What is a native plant? California hosts approximately 6,500 species, subspecies, and varieties of plants that occur naturally in the state, and many of these are found nowhere else in the world. Some are adapted to unique habitats or harsh…
On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence. Two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th…
There is a soundtrack to the different moments in our lives. Background music that comes unbidden into our minds at times of emotion or nostalgia. This month, for me, the song has been “For what it’s worth” by Buffalo Springfield,…
Just as the reality of COVID-19 began rearing its head, a new business opened in the old corner building on K Street. The building has been home to numerous businesses and vocations over the years, including a corner store, preschool,…
Having worked in retail since I was 17 years old, I have seen it all ...or maybe not. Business is not as usual in the summer of 2020. Retail stores in Solano County were allowed to reopen May 8, but…
As the social distancing restrictions are loosening, home buyers and sellers are re-engaging in the real estate market. While there was already a shortage of homes on the market, we saw a drop in the number of new listings compared…
Maritime signal flags are various flags used by ships to communicate with other ships or sailing vessels. Generally they are used singly to indicate a course of action (like diving or underwater danger) that a ship or vessel is undertaking,…
