Russian River.
river in California
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Lewis, a recent law graduate, is advocating for the use of Russian River water in a pipeline project near Stafford Lake.Some support1 report
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The Marin Municipal Water District plans to build a pipeline to capture rainwater from the Russian River.Some support1 report
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Supervisor Williams proposes composting toilets for land use in Mendocino County as river overflow poses flood risk to low-lying areas.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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El Niño threatens flooding on the West Coast, affecting Sonoma County and the Russian River area.Some support1 report
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A Guerneville wastewater system along the Russian River has been identified as vulnerable to weather events.Some support1 report
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Brewers are commissioning ranches to grow hops along the Russian River near Windsor.Some support1 report
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A new outfitter, Russian River Adventures, has started providing trips on the Russian River within Sonoma County.Some support2 reports
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A retreat inspired by the Mendocino/Russian River area served as the source of song lyrics for Willie Nelson on August 11th.Some support1 report
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Local news in Russian River and Sonoma County covers Coho Salmon restoration, logging targets, and a local address in Jenner.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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A county ordinance was passed affecting the Russian River watershed in Sonoma County.Some support2 reports
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Ken Burns is delivering a history talk at a retreat related to the Russian River.Some support1 report
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The Russian River provides additional water source for MMWD in Sonoma.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Dam removal threatens water needs in the watershed, which is overseen by FERC.Some support1 report
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Cal Fire is reviewing a timber harvest plan for a property near the mouth of the Russian River, which is upstream of Jenner village in Sonoma County.Some support1 report
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Discussions are underway regarding the future of the Potter Valley Project and efforts by a shared coalition to continue diversions affecting the river system.Some support1 report
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The Eel River flows into the upper Russian River.Some support1 report
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Around Russian River this week
News at the entities that move Russian River most-
Sonoma County StructuralSanta Rosa City Schools operates within Sonoma County.Moves Russian River
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Eel River StructuralA new trail is planned along a defunct rail line in Humboldt County, near the Eel River.Moves Russian River
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company StructuralPG&E warns of potential power shutoffs in areas including Monterey, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara.Moves Russian River
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Sonoma StructuralNew fire safety regulations have been issued by the California Board of Forestry affecting property owners in Napa, Mendocino, and Sonoma.Moves Russian River
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Northern California Shared contextFarm boss Georgi Antonov operated an illegal cannabis farm in Northern California.Moves Russian River
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Mendocino County Shared contextLocal political races and tribal council disputes are underway in Mendocino County, involving candidates Eric Hart and Buffey Bourassa.Moves Russian River
Connections
The 15 strongest of 21, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Sonoma County Structural
Sonoma County regulates the Russian River watershed and relies on the river for water resources and environmental management.
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Eel River Structural
The Russian River receives water supply from the Eel River via the Potter Valley Project, managed under a shared coalition.
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Sonoma Structural
The Russian River is a critical geographical feature and water source utilized by Sonoma County.
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Pacific Gas and Electric Company Structural
PG&E's operational status and decommissioning plans directly impact the river's flows and water supply.
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Scott Dam Structural
The Scott Dam is a critical piece of infrastructure whose operational status impacts the water flow and needs of the Russian River watershed.
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Riverkeeper Operational
Riverkeeper operates to monitor and clean the Russian River.
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Mendocino Structural
The Russian River provides essential resources and defines the geographical location for the Mendocino entity.
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Northern California Shared context
The Russian River is a geographical feature that flows through and operates within the boundaries of Northern California.
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Mendocino County Shared context
Mendocino County shares a geographical context with the Russian River, which poses environmental risks to the county.
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Ken Burns Shared context
The Russian River serves as the location or primary subject matter for Ken Burns' history talk at a retreat.
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Windsor Shared context
Windsor is located near the Russian River, which is situated within the hop industry region.
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Pat Higgins Shared context
Pat Higgins focuses on Coho Salmon restoration issues within the geographic area of the Russian River.
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Cloverdale Municipal Airport Shared context
The Cloverdale Municipal Airport is geographically situated near the Russian River.
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Lewis Mentioned together
Lewis has publicly advocated for the use of Russian River water.
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Berry Mentioned together
Insufficient evidence to establish a coupled relationship between the Russian River and Berry.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
4 events- The Marin Municipal Water District plans to build a pipeline to capture rainwater from the Russian River.
- Supervisor Williams proposes composting toilets for land use in Mendocino County as river overflow poses flood risk to low-lying areas.
- El Niño threatens flooding on the West Coast, affecting Sonoma County and the Russian River area.
- A Guerneville wastewater system along the Russian River has been identified as vulnerable to weather events.
August 2026
4 events- Brewers are commissioning ranches to grow hops along the Russian River near Windsor.
- A new outfitter, Russian River Adventures, has started providing trips on the Russian River within Sonoma County.
- A retreat inspired by the Mendocino/Russian River area served as the source of song lyrics for Willie Nelson on August 11th.
- A county ordinance was passed affecting the Russian River watershed in Sonoma County.
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July 2026
2 eventsJune 2026
5 events- Local news in Russian River and Sonoma County covers Coho Salmon restoration, logging targets, and a local address in Jenner.
- Dam removal threatens water needs in the watershed, which is overseen by FERC.
- Cal Fire is reviewing a timber harvest plan for a property near the mouth of the Russian River, which is upstream of Jenner village in Sonoma County.
- Discussions are underway regarding the future of the Potter Valley Project and efforts by a shared coalition to continue diversions affecting the river system.
- The Eel River flows into the upper Russian River.