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NEWS ABOUT: Sonoma

Sonoma stories: 3 news summaries

 Calif. Faces Worst Drought Ever 

With snowpack well below normal, state likely to face water rationing, higher food prices

Jan 30, 09 3:45 PM CST
(Newser) - With winter precipitation lagging well below normal, California officials say residents should prepare for the state’s worst drought on record, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. The snowpack in the Sierra Nevada—the state’s main water supply—is at just 61% of normal after an unusually sunny and dry... More »

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weather • California • drought • Sonoma • water restrictions • Sierra Nevada

 Sonoma-Napa Rivalry Escalates 

Larger Sonoma frowns upon high-end Valley

Mar 26, 08 2:54 PM CDT
(Newser) - The friendly rivalry between California’s two leading wine regions has evolved into an out-and-out marketing duel, reports Reuters. Sonoma winemakers frown upon the more famous—and much pricier—wine made by their neighbors over the hills. Collectors covet Napa Valley’s exclusive vintages, paying from $400-$1,000 a bottle... More »

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California • wine • rivalry • Napa Valley • Sonoma • wine industry

Elwood Named Ugliest Dog

Jun 23, 07 7:31 AM CDT
(Newser) - A 2-year old mixed breed, Chinese Crested and Chihuahua, dog named Elwood won top honors as the world's ugliest dog at the Marin-Sonoma County Fair.  Elwood's owner, Karen Quigley was delighted with the outcome.  This was Elwood's second try at the title.  No word on whether Karen... More »

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pets • California • Chinese Crested • Karen Quigley • Sonoma • Marin County • dog • chihuahua

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