North Bay Biz Archives
Sudden, unexplained shakeup at Santa Rosa planning department
The City of Santa Rosa has had a management shakeup at the top of its planning department. Clare Hartman, longtime city planner and leader of the department since 2022, was replaced this week by Gabe Oswald, who
Is the Clock Winding Down on TikTok? North Bay state Sen. Bill Dodd pens long-form legislation to rein in short-form video platform
The potential security risk of the social media giant TikTok is what inspired 3rd District state Sen. Bill Dodd to join fellow legislator Brian Jones in crafting SB 74, legislation that would ban the installation of high-risk
Welcome to the Machine: Advances in technology have revolutionized viticulture—but can AI replace the ‘human touch’?
In 2023, wineries have access to better technology, information and equipment than was available even just a decade ago—and its use isn’t limited to the cellar. Technological advancements are affecting winemaking at every level, from the vineyard
‘Voice of Sonoma County’ Brent Farris Announces Retirement
Brent Farris, the longtime on-air personality at KZST radio in Santa Rosa, is hanging up his microphone. Farris announced his retirement Monday during his 5:30 to 10 a.m. broadcast with co-host Debbie Abrams. His last show will