Our Story
We were founded to prevent the imminent collapse of the Calistoga Tribune and Yountville Sun - two beloved local newspapers that have been serving their communities with local ownership and local staff for over 20 years each.
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Who We Are
We're Napa Valley News Group (NVNG), a 501(c)(3) non-profit that evolved from Highway 29 Media.
Marc Hand
CEO & Chairman of the Board
marc@highway29.com
100% of your tax deductible contribution goes to support local news and local journalists right here in Napa Valley.
Tax ID: 93-4662744
All funds previously raised for Highway 29 have been transferred to NVNG, ensuring that every donation continues to support our mission of preserving local news.
We Operate
Serving Calistoga for generations, the Tribune remains a trusted source for local news, with a dedicated readership in Calistoga and beyond.
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The Sun provides in-depth coverage of local events, issues, and community stories, maintaining its role as an essential source of information for Yountville residents.
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Our digital platform offering the most important stories from our print editions, alongside additional content, serving as a central hub for valley-wide news.
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To preserve and strengthen local journalism in Napa Valley by operating community newspapers with local ownership and staff, expanding news coverage across the valley including St. Helena, and building a sustainable model for independent local news that keeps our communities informed, connected, and engaged for generations to come.
Our Impact
- Informing you about local government decisions
- Celebrating community achievements
- Investigating issues affecting our daily lives
- Providing a platform for local voices
How You Can Help
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Local news is vanishing across America. Don't let Napa Valley become a news desert. Join us in preserving our community's voice for future generations.