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Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Santa Rosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mercado Rosa made its historic debut last Sunday at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds — organized by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce — and featured more than 50 vendors from Latino small businesses, local creators and food makers. The free monthly market will return each Sunday at Bennett Valley Road. KSRO Radio
- ➤ Drivers on Highway 101 between Santa Rosa and Cloverdale saw colorful cables as Caltrans launches a $150 million broadband project for underserved communities. The stretch between Windsor and Cloverdale is 95% complete (with full completion expected by year's end). KSRO Radio
- ➤ A memorial service for legendary Sonoma State soccer coach Marcus Ziemer is set for Saturday, April 18, at 3 p.m. in the old gymnasium overlooking the field where he built a championship legacy — he died on March 17 in a scooter accident. KSRO Radio
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ NorthBay Biz is set to publish six issues annually after recent staffing changes, deepening its coverage of local businesses, nonprofit challenges, and community journalism. The new schedule comes as funding shifts and community needs reshape regional economic reporting (a sign of evolving market dynamics). KSRO Radio
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Charmian’s Circle and the Valley of the Moon Music Festival will host an intimate concert on Thursday, April 30 at the House of Happy Walls Museum in Jack London State Historic Park. The event—featuring Tanya Tomkins, Eric Zivian, and Cindy Wu—includes a 5:00 p.m. wine reception and benefits Sonoma Valley children's education. KSRO Radio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Sonoma County has seen more seniors re-enter the workforce as local businesses seek experienced, reliable workers in a tight economic climate. Job programs and flexible schedules are available to help residents over 60 overcome tech skill gaps (according to local labor experts). KSRO Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jen Hansen became the new assistant superintendent of human resources at Petaluma City Schools on March 23 following her tenure at Santa Rosa Junior College. She steps into the role during a period marked by six million dollars in upcoming budget cuts and a search for a new superintendent. KSRO Radio
- ➤ A state audit blamed poor management for a multi-million dollar deficit at Rincon Valley Union School District — the report noted weak pay tracking and inflated raises. The district closed an elementary school and conducted layoffs as it implements strict oversight to secure future finances. KSRO Radio
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