Best Consumer Bank: Exchange Bank

Troy Sanderson, president and CEO of Exchange Bank, considers winning best consumer bank again to be a tremendous honor. “May 1 marks the 133rd anniversary for Exchange Bank, we’re essentially carrying forth the tradition of supporting local

Rush’s Alex Lifeson shares the story of his first guitar

Scott Dudelson/Getty Images Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson is featured in the latest episode of Gibson TV’s My First Gibson, and in it he explains that he was 12 years old when he got his guitar. “I wanted to play guitar because I

Gov’t Mule replaces bassist on eve of tour

Debra L Rothenberg/Getty Images Gov’t Mule heads out on their June tour starting Friday, June 8, and the lineup will look a little different at the shows.  The band announced on social media that bassist Jorgen Carlsson is leaving the group, and

Celebrate Pride Month in the North Bay

The North Bay offers several Pride Month celebrations and activities. Here are a few taking place in the coming weeks: June 8: Trivia Night: Yountville Pride Weekend Cornerstone Cellars and Matthew McElroy of Trivia by Thew will

Peter Frampton set for Tommy Emmanuel’s Guitar Camp in Nashville

Mickey Bernal/Getty Images Here’s a chance to get up close and personal with Peter Frampton. The legendary guitarist just announced he’s taking part in Tommy Emmanuel’s Guitar Camp USA, set for September 21-24 at the Grand Hyatt in Nashville. “I’m honored

Novato Narrows Widening Project Takes Next Step

Sonoma County’s Highway 101 commute into Marin is about to look a little different. Starting June 10, southbound drivers out of Petaluma will be diverted onto newly opened lanes beginning near San Antonio Creek and continuing to

Reimagining of The Who’s Tommy extends Chicago run

Rick Kern/Getty Images for The Who A new reimagining of the musical version of The Who’s Tommy, featuring a cast of 28, a nine-piece band and brand new staging, is set to open at Chicago’s Goodman Theatre later this

Best Chamber of Commerce: Rohnert Park Chamber

The Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce was again voted the best in the North Bay by NorthBay biz readers. Chamber Executive Director Lisa Orloff says she’s super excited about the recognition from a community she truly loves.

Ace Frehley & Night Ranger headlining Gettysburg Bike Week

Daniel Knighton/Getty Images Former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley and Night Ranger are booked to perform at Gettysburg Bike Week, happening July 6-9 in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Frehley will kick off the performances at the All Star Events Complex Friday night, with Night Ranger booked for