Local pregames, AfterDark shows, escape routes

BottleRock takes over downtown this weekend, but there are still ways to orbit it, dodge it, or leave the chaos behind entirely.

BottleRock reminders, Vine transit, rain totals, finals season

Practical BottleRock weekend reminders, free Vine rides, Napa’s latest rainfall numbers, and finals season around town.

Bottle Shock, comic-con, R&B brunch, and one last pre-BottleRock weekend.

A pre-BottleRock weekend with Napa history at Copia, comic-con at the library, R&B brunch downtown, and line dancing at Napa Yard.

Construction cleanup, Harvest site future, parking headaches

Construction finally eased up, the old Harvest site got more interesting, and Napa may be picking up one big-city habit none of us asked for.

A very biased Mother’s Day weekend game plan.

A biased Mother’s Day edition with brunch ideas, simple ways to make the day intentional, and a permission slip for moms to want what they actually want.

Economic diversification, Vine transit updates, library glow-up

A closer look at Napa’s beyond-wine ambitions, two genuinely useful Vine updates, and a library website glow-up that actually matters.

Bikefest, Kids Day, Walk-A-Mile, and a very busy Oxbow weekend

Oxbow Commons is carrying the weekend with a free family day Saturday, Bikefest on Sunday, and NEWS’ Walk-A-Mile nearby at Napa Yard

Napa airport access, tourism buildout, Napa makers momentum

Santa Rosa just got a travel upgrade, another hotel question is bubbling up, and Napa’s makers program has a genuinely good update.

StreamFest, Bookmine + a cause-driven Sunday in Napa

Napa tourism prices, NVC summer registration, Napa’s younger vibe

Hotel prices are climbing, NVC has two practical updates this week, and Napa still feels like it has a lot in motion.

Earth Day Napa secrets + a few very good local add-ons

Earth Day tips from a more local angle, plus a couple quick hitters worth knowing about.

Getting Crowded, Mental Health Services Funding, Dry Creek Road Bridge Done

A practical one this week on how Napa businesses can prepare for the busy season, plus a few quick hitters to keep on your radar.

Pet buttons, George + Kin’s + a very good farm Sunday

Pet buttons at the library, a new one from the Heritage Eats people, yoga, farm time, and more quick local picks.

Property tax reminder, school schedule check + a couple local shoutouts

This week: the April 10 tax deadline, who is back in session around town, a useful Napa food truck site, and a very good local soccer shoutout.

Wilfred’s, Tonewood + two easy Easter kid plans

This weekend in Napa: Wilfred’s on the river, Tonewood & Courage, Bunny Hop at Bel Aire Plaza, and a spring event at Kennedy Park.

March 31 closures, free tax help + a couple local business shoutouts

A quick heads-up on Tuesday closures, a genuinely useful tax help resource, and two local business notes to end on.

Avocado toast jokes, bunny hop + Sunday doughnuts

This weekend in Napa: a very Napa avocado toast moment, a Bel Aire Plaza bunny hop, free library music for kids, and Johnny Doughnuts at Oxbow.

State of the City recap, vote center jobs + stop mailing tax checks

A useful recap from Napa’s State of the City, a flexible local election job, and one important heads up for property owners.

Student artists, karaoke chaos + an easy Saturday art stop

A sweet student arts fest, live band karaoke at The Garden, and a free local artist showcase at Open Studios

State of the City, local job links + St. Paddy’s week in Napa

A look at Napa’s State of the City, some surprisingly notable local job openings, and a few St. Paddy’s things happening around town.

Oscars in Yountville, Nimbus weekend + a grand opening party in Napa

This weekend in Napa: an Oscars Viewing Party in Yountville, another great Nimbus weekend, and a grand opening party for Blue Tin Fabrics and Jeffries General.

Save Yourself From Napa's Latest Scam, The Green Wave + Kohl’s Update

A new Napa scam warning, a City Hall green-energy push, and a check-in on the old Kohl’s site.

Artesa 5K, Nimbus Arts weekend, Tabletop Games Comeback

A little run energy, a very artsy weekend menu, and a library event that proves the nerds are thriving.

March already, school cutoff, and Solano Ave finally

Trimester 2 ends, landscaping rules update, and Solano Ave heads toward a real rehab.

Napa Lowdown history, marathon road closures, mustard season, open mic intel

I missed Monday (AM vs PM). Marathon closures Sunday. Mustard season is back. And I’m crowdsourcing the best open mics.