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Source: online.wsj.com --- 7 days ago
Williams-Sonoma posted a 29% drop in second-quarter net income as the home-goods retailer again slashed its third-quarter and fiscal-year views. ...

Source: www.signonsandiego.com --- 32 days ago
Sonoma County has filed a lawsuit blaming Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital for the death of a mentally distressed teenager who was fatally shot by two sheriff's deputies. ...

Source: upcoming.yahoo.com --- 2 days ago
In 2001, Tom Golden, the unofficial mayor of the small Northern California town of Freestone in Sonoma County, donated his collection of works by renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude to the Sonoma County Museum. Golden's personal and professional relationship with the artists began when he met them during the 1974 public hearings for of their project Running Fence, Sonoma and Marin counties, 1972-1976. Golden went on to manage or assist with a number of the artists' large scale projects including 'The Umbrellas, Joint Project for Japan and the USA, 1984-1991 and, more recently, the as yet unrealized Over the River, Project for the Arkansas River. Actively engaged with the art he so loved for nearly 30 years, Golden passed away at his home in late 2002. ...

Source: upcoming.yahoo.com --- 2 days ago
In 2001, Tom Golden, the unofficial mayor of the small Northern California town of Freestone in Sonoma County, donated his collection of works by renowned artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude to the Sonoma County Museum. Golden's personal and professional relationship with the artists began when he met them during the 1974 public hearings for of their project Running Fence, Sonoma and Marin counties, 1972-1976. Golden went on to manage or assist with a number of the artists' large scale projects including 'The Umbrellas, Joint Project for Japan and the USA, 1984-1991 and, more recently, the as yet unrealized Over the River, Project for the Arkansas River. Actively engaged with the art he so loved for nearly 30 years, Golden passed away at his home in late 2002. ...

Source: www.moreover.com --- 3 days ago
The Open Press Sep 1 2008 7:56PM GMT ...

Source: seekingalpha.com --- 3 days ago
Greg Feirman submits: On Thursday, four prominent retailers released earnings reports that show that U.S. consumer spending is clearly in a recession: Men’s Warehouse (MW) - “You’re gonna like the way you look.  I guarantee it!” - reported a 7.8% decrease in same store sales  at the 572 U.S. locations of its flagship store in its second quarter ended August 2, 2008.  EPS was down 28% from the year ago period ($0.72 vs. $1.00) ( MW Earnings Release ). Tiffany’s (TIF) said that comparable sales at its U.S. stores , excluding the flagship New York store which continues to benefit from non-U.S. visitors, declined 6% in its second quarter ended July 31, 2008.  Sales at the 19 European stores continue to be strong - up 11%, excluding currency effects, on a comparable basis ( TIF Earnings Release ). Williams Sonoma (WSM) same store sales were crushed at its 613 Williams Sonoma and Pottery Barn stores - down 11.7% from the year ago period.  As a result, EPS, exluding gains from the sale of a corporate jet, were off 65% from the year ago period ( WSM Earnings Release ). Same store sales at Sears Holdings (SHLD) Sears and Kmart stores were down 6.2% from the year ago period ( SHLD Earnings Release ). It is interesting that shares of Men’s Warehouse, Tiffany’s and Sear’s were all up significantly on the day as the reports were apparently not as bad as expected.  Complete Story » ...

Source: www.localwineevents.com --- 7 days ago
Sep 04, 2008 (Thu): RNI'S SEPTEMBER NETWORKING at Sonoma CAFE ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Enjoy fine wines and intimate networking in an upscale yet cozy atmosphere in Delray Beach Includes: - Entrance to business card exchange for the evening - Sonoma Cafe's amazing appetizers - 2 for 1 d[...] ...

Source: www.localwineevents.com --- 33 days ago
Aug 23, 2008 (Sat): Cannot attendthe 2008Sonoma Wine Country Weekend? Join us for Sizzling Sonoma Summer Sampling: Prime Filet Mignon & Wild Mushroom Ragout Pan seared Ahi Tuna with Petite Pairings Braised Brandied Pork Tenderloin& Apple Macadamia Beurre Blanc Roasted Red Pepper & Eggplant Involti[...] ...

Source: www.winespectator.com --- 1 day ago
Festive live auction brings the swinging '60s--and bidders' paddles--to life ...

Source: www.pressdemocrat.com --- 1 day ago
An arsonist struck again Tuesday night in rural northwest Sonoma County.<br>This time a suspicious fire burned a small area along Mark West Station Road near Trenton-Healdsburg Road. It was reported at about 8 p.m., said Windsor Battalion Chief Matt Gustafson. ...

Source: www.winespectator.com --- 3 hours ago
Firm and intense. Spicy wild berry, loamy earth, dusty herb, sage and mineral notes fan out nicely, gaining depth and dimension on the long, complex finish. Drink now through 2012. 2,700 cases made. ...

Source: www.localwineevents.com --- 1 day ago
Sep 18, 2008 (Thu): Consumer Tasting Wine lovers who appreciate fine wines will be treated to a wide array of Sonoma products during the consumer tasting to be held from 7:00 p.m.to 9:30 p.m . The tasting will also feature a silent auction in support of Rebeccas Hope. The auction will feature a[...] ...

Source: www.kcra.com --- 32 days ago
The U.S. Geological Survey is reporting three small earthquakes near The Geysers in Sonoma County. ...

Source: directmag.com --- 6 days ago
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Source: www.kcra.com --- 30 days ago
Sonoma County authorities say they've destroyed nearly $2 million worth of marijuana plants during a weeklong operation to find marijuana gardens. ...

Source: www.ktvu.com --- 30 days ago
A week-long operation by the Sonoma County Sheriff's Department Narcotics Unit and the California Department of Justice has ended with the eradication of 62,000 marijuana plants, authorities said Tuesday. ...

Source: www.bignewsnetwork.com --- 7 days ago
Williams-Sonoma Inc., the biggest U.S. gourmet-cookware chain and owner of stores in Shrewsbury and Wall, said second-quarter earnings dropped after it reduced prices to lure shoppers discouraged by t... ...

Source: www.statesmanjournal.com --- 32 days ago
The very best California red wines depend on several factors such as the vines, the soil, the climate and the winemaker's skills. ...

Source: www.wineloverspage.com --- 1 day ago
Well-balanced and appealing estate-bottled Chardonnay from a maker that may readjust your attitude toward California Chardonnay. ...

Source: www.dividend.com --- 7 days ago
High-end kitchenware maker Williams Sonoma (WSM) has just reported a lackluster quarter of earnings. The company reported revenues that fell 5 percent to $819.6 million. During the second quarter, same-store sales fell 11.7 percent. ...