Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Rosa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families attended the third annual Día del Niño Festival at Old Courthouse Square on Sunday, April 26, enjoying a toy giveaway, martial arts demonstrations, a 'crazy hair' contest, live music and food truck treats. Community leaders highlighted local cultural groups with raffles that celebrated Latin American heritage. KSRO Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 390 residents signed a petition to save the French program at Sonoma Valley High after officials planned to cut the (40‑year) department for the 2026‑27 school year due to a teacher retirement, declining enrollment, and budget concerns. Supporters say the decision will leave only Spanish available. KSRO Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Casa Grande High School football coach Joe Mercado, 50, was diagnosed with a heart condition after feeling lightheaded on the field and now uses daily exercise to strengthen his heart. Local cardiologists say regular movement serves as natural medicine to lower the risk of chronic diseases. KSRO Radio
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The former Bank of America building at 10 Santa Rosa Avenue, a 31,000-square-foot property vacant since the pandemic start, is set for an online auction starting June 1. Brokers set a minimum bid at $650,000 on Ten-X, offering an opportunity for redevelopment in downtown Santa Rosa. KSRO Radio
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The only thing that interferes with my learning is my education.
~ Albert Einstein
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