Napa County has given the county’s wineries the green light to reopen their tasting rooms to the public, a county spokesperson confirmed late Friday afternoon. The announcement comes after weeks of anticipation on the part of the county’s wineries, which have been shuttered for on-premise wine tastings since March 15. “The impact of the COVID-19

With the kids out of school and you off of work, the 4th of July weekend is the best time to cross a couple of items off your summer bucket list. Sure you could just let it be a typical summer day. But why not break away from the same old routine and plan some

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Being a good partner to the agent you pick will make you both happier house hunters. When you buy a home, your agent is effectively a business partner. You’re both working toward the same goal: Closing a real estate deal. That’s why it’s in your best interest to to know both how to hire a

With this super-simple breakdown of loan types, you won’t get overwhelmed — you’ll find the right mortgage. When it comes to buying a house, most people know what they prefer: a bungalow or a condo, a hot neighborhood or a sleepy street. Mortgages, too, come in many styles — and recognizing which type you should

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