Good morning, Santa Rosa.

Residents in West Sonoma County are rallying to save a 250-year-old Heritage oak scheduled for removal today by PG&E due to decay risks (neighbors insist the tree is healthy and petitioned State Senator Mike McGuire for a delay).

Hapa’s on the Mainland is set to debut late 2026 in a long-vacant Santa Rosa site on the Old Redwood Highway.

Co-owners Ann and Dennis Tussey of Sweet T’s are reviving the former Cricklewood building with authentic Hawaiian flavors and a venue for over 200 guests + indoor and outdoor bars.

Montgomery High Principal April Santos spoke out on Monday after district layoffs prompted more than a third of the staff to stage a sick-out, aiming to reduce a $30 million budget gap.

She noted strong community support following her pink slip two weeks ago.

Residents met Monday at a local recreation center to express concerns about a proposed 275-unit senior housing project off Highway 12; some say added residents could impede wildfire evacuations.

City planners and Burbank Housing now face a lengthy environmental review.