SANTA ROSA BASE

Apr 24 2026FINANCE

Santa Rosa's Budget Struggle: Why Cutting Services May Not Be the Only Answer

Santa Rosa's financial problems didn't appear overnight. Over the past three years, the city has watched its sales tax income shrink steadily, a trend that mirrors broader changes in how people shop. More purchases happen online now, and spending has shifted from goods to services, leaving local sto

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Sports roundup: How local teams performed last weekend

Baseball saw some big wins last Saturday. Bay Port crushed De Pere in two straight games, scoring nine runs in the first match and five in the second. Pitcher Quinn Boeckman held his own early on, while Parker Broehm and Ethan Hawley stepped up later. Meanwhile, Notre Dame completely shut out Green

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Head Pat Signals Bring New Replay Rules to Baseball

Baseball now has a fresh way for teams to challenge calls. When a pitcher, batter or catcher thinks the umpire missed a ball‑strike, they can tap their head a few times and say “challenge. ” The new system uses cameras that automatically check whether the ball crossed the strike zone. Each team can

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Watching Braves Games in South Carolina Just Got Easier

Baseball fans in South Carolina have a great way to catch the Atlanta Braves this season without paying for cable. Thanks to a deal between the team and Gray Media, 25 regular-season games will air for free on local stations like Palmetto Sports & Entertainment and WIS. No subscription needed—just a

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

Head‑Pat Hype: How Baseball’s New Replay Signal Is Changing the Game

Baseball fans have a new way to shout out a bad call: a quick pat on the head. The Automated Ball‑Strike Challenge System (ABS) lets each team challenge two calls in a game, and the signal is as simple as tapping the crown of the head while saying “challenge. ” It’s easy for players, coaches and eve

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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

Santa Clarita Celebrates Its Diverse Business Community

Santa Clarita Valley recently showcased its thriving business community at a unique event. The usual venue was swapped for an artsy setting, bringing together local leaders and government officials. The diverse range of businesses, from a yoga studio to a historical society, highlighted the valley's

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Santa Fe Brewing Takes a Bold Step with New Mexico's First Non-Alcoholic Beer

Santa Fe Brewing, a well-known name in New Mexico's craft beer scene, has just launched something new and exciting. They've created the first non-alcoholic beer brewed in the state. This isn't just any non-alcoholic beer, though. It's a Pilsner called Santa Fe NA, and it's made using a special yeast

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Jan 09 2026SPORTS

Baseball Fever: NBC and Peacock's 2026 MLB Showdown

Baseball fans, get ready for a treat in 2026! NBC and Peacock are bringing back Major League Baseball with a bang. They've packed the schedule with exciting games and special events that will keep you glued to your screens. The season kicks off on March 26 with a doubleheader featuring the Pittsburg

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Dec 25 2025HEALTH

Santa's Health: A Jolly but Risky Lifestyle

Santa Claus, the beloved figure of Christmas, has a lifestyle that raises some serious health concerns. Despite his magical longevity, experts worry about his well-being due to his habits and environment. Santa's diet is a major concern. While he has access to healthy foods like reindeer meat and s

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Dec 16 2025HEALTH

Understanding Rosacea: Why It Gets Trickier As You Grow Older

Rosacea is a skin condition that affects over 14 million people in the United States. It is characterized by frequent redness, acne-like breakouts, and visible blood vessels. It is more common in women and those with fair skin. Interestingly, it can be diagnosed at any age, but many people start not

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