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Fighting polio with pedal power

Glen Ellen man to journey 900 miles via hand cycle



When Steve Brumme was 13 years old, he went to a watercolor class with his older sister. The teacher was less than impressed. He told Brumme that he had no talent but that since his sister showed promise, he could come back if he wanted to. Two years later, he was awarded first prize at the Ohio Annual Governor’s Art Exhibition as the best painter in the state. more...

GE Fire Department unveils building project

At its annual Mother’s Day pancake breakfast on May 12, visitors to the Glen Ellen Fire Station got a first look at a proposed new addition to the main Arnold Dr. building. more...

Oak disease is here to stay

Citizens can take a direct hand in monitoring SOD

A pervasive disease is spreading throughout California, striking at some of the most beautiful and durable of its magnificent trees. While there’s not a lot that can be done to save the majority of California’s many susceptible oaks and tan oaks, individual trees can be rescued and even cured if the infection is found early enough. And that’s where SODBlitz comes in. more...