🌱 Update: Matheson St. Death + Veterans Memorial Beach Swimming Open

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Now, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 83 Low: 51.

Here are the top three stories today in Healdsburg:

1. An unidentified man was discovered deceased in a downtown Healdsburg parking lot Monday morning, according to the local police, with his death remaining undetermined pending an autopsy. Authorities are investigating a string of altercations, including assaults on local business employees, threats with a hammer, and a conflict involving multiple individuals who are presently assisting the police. In a bid to gather more evidence about the incident, the Healdsburg Police Department is urging anyone with information to either call their dispatch or email tips to their official address. (CBS News)
2. The popular swimming beach on the Russian River at Healdsburg Veterans Memorial Beach welcomed visitors starting Jun. 30, featuring suitable conditions for various water activities, as confirmed by Sonoma County Regional Parks. After three years of water flow restrictions and pandemic-related challenges, a seasonal dam was successfully installed, creating a designated swim area near the historic Memorial Bridge. The park, which offers life vests, daily lifeguard service, and free entry for Regional Parks members, is open from 7 a.m. until dusk, with paid parking available. (Healdsburg Patch)
3. A Humvee was reported stolen from the National Guard armory in Santa Rosa Monday night, with subsequent sightings across Sonoma County, as reported by California Highway Patrol Officer Marcus Hawkins. The unidentified thief breached the armory's premises around 10:20 p.m., breaking through the gates in the stolen military truck. Last spotted near Forestville, on River Road and Wohler Road, the vehicle has notably been driven without headlights. (KRON 4)

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Today in Healdsburg:

Thursday, July 6

• Trivia Night At Fogbelt Station (6:00 PM)
• Izaak Opatz At Little Saint (7:00 PM)
• "Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" At Ravel Performing Arts Theater (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The next "Sundays in the Plaza" performer is Drew Harrison. Bring a picnic, sit back, relax, and enjoy Harrison's original music and John Lennon tribute songs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. this Sunday, Jul. 9, at Healdsburg Plaza. (City of Healdsburg)
• Sonoma County chef Mateo Granados will be at David Family Vineyards on Saturday, Jul. 15, serving up tamales! This pop-up event will start at noon and go until every last tamale is gone. Enjoy live music until 6:00 p.m. Reserve a spot by emailing reservations@daviswines.com. (Healdsburg Patch)
• Looking to welcome a new furry friend into your home? There are plenty of pets available for adoption at these Healdsburg-area shelters! Visit the link to meet Tiramisu, Oreo, and other adorable animals looking for their forever homes. (Healdsburg Patch)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I'll see you soon.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.