Napa Valley in the Fall
We are so lucky to live in Benicia. We are close to some of the most beautiful places on this planet! From Lake Tahoe to Yosemite, Mendocino, Bodega, San Francisco, Gold Country, and Napa Valley. Napa Valley is one of our most spectacular areas, and in the fall, it is...
David Horn: A symbol of service, optimism, and community spirit
If you’ve been to a Torchlight Parade, tree lighting, or one of the many other beloved local events, chances are you’ve heard the voice of David Horn. Known affectionately by many as the “voice of Bencia,” David is more than just the town’s emcee. He’s a symbol of...
A place of wonder, San Francisco’s Presidio
The Presidio: San Francisco’s Backyard Adventure for Bay Area Families Looking for a place where kids can run wild, parents can unwind, and the whole family can reconnect with nature, history, and each other? This summer, The Presidio in San Francisco is your answer....
Michael Van Auken: The Master of Point and Shoot
Michael Van Auken was born to be a photographer. The Benicia resident, who grew up in Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek, first picked up a camera when he was a student at Pleasant Hill High School. “I thought photography would be an easy class and a nice way to meet...
Jameelah Hanif: Empowering Resilience and Transformation in Youth, Women, and Families Throughout Solano County and Beyond!
In every community, there are individuals who dedicate themselves to making a difference, and Jameelah Hanif is one of those remarkable leaders. Inspired by her mother and other trauma-informed care leaders, Hanif has become a powerful advocate for youth, women, and...
Meet the Candidates
Meet the CandidatesSTEVE YOUNG Mayor - Email: steveyoung94510@gmail.com Steve Young, a lifelong Californian, graduated from UC Berkeley with a BA in 1973 and earned an MA in Urban Policy and Administration from San Francisco State University in 1975. Steve spent...
Lindsey McCabe and Cully Pratt: 156 Ardmore Way
A Remodeled Romance Lindsey McCabe and Cully Pratt are sitting on top of the world. At least it feels that way, as they make coffee in the kitchen of their home atop the Benicia hills, which features spectacular views of the Delta river system, the Carquinez Straits,...
The Benicia Bambino
Benicia Bambino Our local home run hero and his dad talk all things baseball. Nothing says small town Americana quite like the game of baseball. In Benicia, many kiddos start young, giving our community a sizable Little League crew. This year, the nine teams of Benica...
Opening Day Tribute to Rich Freedman
Opening Day Tribute to Rich Freedman On the phone in early April with an acquaintance of mine who lives in New Hampshire, he informed me that he wouldn’t be able to talk long because that day was Opening Day of the baseball season for the New York Yankees. “I’m the...
