Wine Country Times

Wood: 'Every part of the health care system needs to a part of the solution, not the problem'

By Timothy Stuckey | Jun 1, 2021

Assembly member Jim Wood (D-Santa Rosa) has introduced several bills targeting various elements of health care, including affordability, access, equality, quality and cost management, according to his website.

'This bill ensures telehealth can continue, increasing access to health care services for all', California Health Committee unanimously passes AB 32

By Timothy Stuckey | May 2, 2021

The California Health Committee has unanimously passed legislation aimed at improving health care coverage for residents across the state.

Dodd praises Newsom's vaccination efforts: '50% of Californians 16+ now have at least one COVID-19 vaccination shot'

By Timothy Stuckey | Apr 25, 2021

Sen. Bill Dodd recently praised Gov. Gavin Newsom's partnerships with faith-based groups in order to broaden inoculation efforts following a statewide extension of vaccination eligibility that increased the number of vaccinated Californians to 50%.

Schwedhelm: Santa Rosa burn program a 'benefit for the city'

By Timothy Stuckey | Mar 21, 2021

Santa Rosa City Council members approved a limited burn program on March 17 that would allow select landowners within city limits to burn small piles of dead vegetation.

Sonoma County supervisors seek applicants for redistricting commission

By Timothy Stuckey | Mar 4, 2021

The Sonoma County Board of Supervisors is currently seeking applications from residents for the newly established Sonoma County Advisory Redistricting Commission according to a recent press release.