Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, Santa Rosa.
🎓 Education
A student mariachi band from Elsie Allen High School is raising funds for a Disneyland trip after being invited to perform at the park’s 70th anniversary celebration.
🌲 Environment
Bay Area agriculture officials are investigating an invasive grapevine pest brought in by a Fresno County nursery via Costco sales.
Several counties have reported affected grapevines—customers with recent purchases should bag the plants and contact local agriculture authorities if concerned.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission opened a public comment period on PG&E’s plan to remove the Potter Valley Project dams on the Eel River, a move that could restore salmon habitats + change local water supplies.
Public meetings will be held next month in Ukiah to gather community input.
🏛️ Government
At a Sonoma Planning Commission meeting, officials and residents debated a mixed-use plan for Sebastiani Winery (featuring a 100-room hotel, 65 homes, and preserved vineyards) as some locals warned of unsafe evacuation routes.
No action was taken and the community awaits an environmental report this summer.
🏈 Sports
Redwood Empire Baseball League and local youth soccer clubs are challenging the school district's new facility fee policy, which charges up to $3,600 for weekend custodians and restricts portable restrooms, risking a 22-year partnership; the board will review the proposal tonight + address community concerns.
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