Local Intrigue
The Stories Shaping the Region
The latest developments, openings, and behind-the-scenes news shaping the region—keeping you connected to what matters locally.
Downtown Rising: The Transformation of Napa's Urban Core
Over $550 million in new development is reshaping downtown Napa's urban core—a 161-room hotel reconstructing the Brown Street Corridor, the long-awaited Post Office transformation, and the kind of sustained investment that signals downtown has fully arrived. This is what urban momentum looks like in Wine Country.
The Arrival of Soho Ranch House Sonoma
When a global hospitality brand makes a $2.7B bet on Wine Country, it's worth paying attention to where they place their chips. The 350-acre Soho Ranch House Sonoma, opening in 2027, isn't just another luxury resort. It's a signal about where the next wave of Wine Country luxury is headed.
Napa Amplified: Beyond the Vineyards
Come for the wine and stay for the music. From BottleRock's massive Memorial Day weekend festival to intimate songwriter sessions in wine caves, discover how Napa has quietly become one of California's most exciting destinations for live music.
The Transformation of Napa’s Gateway
At the south end of Napa Valley’s legendary and scenic Silverado Trail, a metamorphosis is underway.