Graton Economic Development Authority (Graton Resort & Casino and Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria)

Coverage

2026

• Daily Bruin: Student regent-designate Jordan Roiland wants to solve problems from the ground up (08-15-26)
• News from Native California: Graton Heyday Berkeley Roundhouse Writing Internship (2026-27) (08-07-26)
• Federal Register: Notice of Intended Repatriation: Stanford University, Stanford, CA (08-03-26)
• 48hills: ‘The Last Human Bear’ came to Jack Kerouac Alley (08-02-26)
• Federal Register: Notice of Inventory Completion: California Department of Parks and Recreation, Sacramento, CA (07-31-26)
• Local News Matters: August 2026 author events: Chloe Benjamin, Robert Hass, Nina LaCour, Dorothy Lazard, Chang-rae Lee, Téa Obreht, Bora Lee Reed, Randy Ribay, Scott Simon, Elisa Sunga, Emil Wilson (07-30-26)
• California Sun: Greg Sarris tells stories of Native California (podcast) (07-23-26)
• KSRO: Longtime Graton Rancheria Chairman Greg Sarris To Retire (07-20-26)
• Casino Life Magazine: Greg Sarris to Step Down as Graton Rancheria Chairman After Decades of Tribal Leadership (07-20-26)
• CDC Gaming: California: Greg Sarris to step down as Graton Rancheria chairman (07-19-26)
• Pechanga.net: Greg Sarris to step down as Graton Rancheria chairman, ending transformative tenure leading Sonoma County tribe into prosperity and political power (07-19-26)
• Patch: Greg Sarris to step down as Graton Rancheria chairman, ending transformative tenure leading Sonoma County tribe into prosperity and political power (07-19-26)
• The Press Democrat: Greg Sarris to step down as Graton Rancheria chairman, ending transformative tenure leading Sonoma County tribe into prosperity and political power (07-18-26)
• Hoodline: Sonoma Casino Power Broker Greg Sarris to Exit Graton Throne After 34-Year Reign (07-18-26)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Greg Sarris Weaves Powerful New Myth in The Last Human Bear (07-16-26)
• PBS: First Peoples (Generations: California @250) (07-06-26)
• Local News Matters: Bay City Books: New books by NorCal authors June-July 2026 (07-02-26)
• Local News Matters: July 2026 author events: Catherine Cho, Phil Cousineau, Maria Lenhart, Daniel Mason, Greg Sarris, Parini Shroff, Richie Unterberger, Jonathan Weber, Miranda Yaver (07-01-26)
• SFGATE: July 2026 author events: Catherine Cho, Phil Cousineau, Maria Lenhart, Daniel Mason, Greg Sarris, Parini Shroff, Richie Unterberger, Jonathan Weber, Miranda Yaver (07-01-26)
• WorldNews.com: June Fiction: 6 Books to Read Now (06-30-26)
• MSN: June fiction: 6 books to read now (06-30-26)
• The Wall Street Journal: June fiction: 6 books to read now (06-30-26)
• Piedmont Exedra: Local Lit highlights for July (06-30-26)
• SF Bay Times: Crescendo 2026 Raises Record-Breaking $1.65 Million for the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus (06-25-26)
• ICT: Shapeshifter secrets haunt new novel, ‘The Last Human Bear’ (06-25-26)
• PodBean: Acclaimed Author Greg Sarris (06-25-26)
• San Francisco Bay Times: About Our Cover: How to Build Something That Endures (06-25-26)
• Library Journal: Ann Patchett Will Receive Library of Congress Prize for American Fiction (06-24-26)
• LA Times: He’s wine country’s reluctant casino mogul. His new novel is rich with Native history (06-24-26)
• WorldNews.com: He’s wine country’s reluctant casino mogul. His new novel is rich with Native history (06-24-26)
• DNYUZ: He’s wine country’s reluctant casino mogul. His new novel is rich with Native history (06-24-26)
• Yahoo! News: He’s wine country’s reluctant casino mogul. His new novel is rich with Native history (06-24-26)
• Pechanga.net: He’s wine country’s reluctant casino mogul. His new novel is rich with Native history (06-24-26)
• Broadway World: Lauren Yee and More to be Honored at PlayGround’s 2026 Four-City Gala (06-17-26)
• Literary Hub: Lit Hub Daily: June 16, 2026 (06-16-26)
• Literary Hub: Greg Sarris on Telling the Stories of California’s Native Communities (06-16-26)
• Library Journal: ‘Choke Point’ by Brad Thor Tops Holds Lists | Book Pulse (06-15-26)
• Book Nation: Beach Reads for June: Top Picks for Your Summer Bag (06-12-26)
• MSN: 14 books we read this summer (06-12-26)
• The Wall Street Journal: Fiction: ‘The Last Human Bear’ by Greg Sarris (06-11-26)
• MSN: Fiction: ‘The Last Human Bear’ by Greg Sarris (06-11-26)
• Marin Independent Journal: Upcoming author talks, book events in Marin (06-10-26)
• Substack: Beneath the Loud Talk (06-06-26)
• Bay Nature: Point Reyes Is ‘Reimagining’ Its Trails, and Wants Your Input (05-27-26)
• Modern Luxury: Greg Sarris and the Graton Rancheria: Stewardship, Storytelling & Sustainable Prosperity (05-22-26)
• The Community Voice: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria to Host 35th Annual California Indian Basketweavers’ Association Gathering (05-15-26)
• Marin Magazine: Greg Sarris Talks About His Recent Novel “The Last Human Bear” (05-12-26)
• Tribal Gaming & Hospitality: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria to Host 35th Annual California Indian Basketweavers’ Association Gathering (05-12-26)
• Bay Area Reporter: News Briefs: Graton unveils resort, casino expansion (05-06-26)
• Point Reyes Light: Park seeks opinions on trail access (05-06-26)
• The Good Men Project: How Protecting Wilderness Could Mean Purposefully Tending It, Not Just Leaving It Alone (04-13-26)
• Native News Online: Sundance Institute Names 2026 Native Lab Fellows, Spotlighting Indigenous Storytelling (04-07-26)
• Sonoma Valley Sun: Sonoma County Prepares for FREE Community Event Focused on Wildfire Safety & Preparedness (04-01-26)
• San Francisco Chronicle: Bay Area Book Festival returns with Boots Riley, Rebecca Solnit and expanded programming (03-29-26)
• Bay Area Book Festival returns with Boots Riley, Rebecca Solnit and expanded programming (03-29-26)
• Governor Gavin Newsom: Governor Newsom announces appointments (03-23-26)
• Sonoma Valley Sun: Sonoma County Highlights Earthquake Preparedness at 2026 Wildfire & Earthquake Expo (03-23-26)
• Marin Independent Journal: How protecting wilderness could mean purposefully tending it, not just leaving it alone (03-22-26)
• The Observer: Rebecca Solnit and the audacity of hope (03-18-26)
• 7×7: 13 New Books by Local Authors to Break for This Spring (03-12-26)
• The Press Democrat: State grant gives Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation chance to restore 175 acres of farmland (03-10-26)
• Sebastopol Times:  Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation wins million-dollar grant to kick off 175-acre wetlands restoration (02-28-26)
• The Conversation: How protecting wilderness could mean purposefully tending it, not just leaving it alone (02-25-26)
• Yahoo!News: How protecting wilderness could mean purposefully tending it, not just leaving it alone (02-25-26)
• Newsbreak: How protecting wilderness could mean purposefully tending it, not just leaving it alone (02-25-26)
• Greenwich Time: How protecting wilderness could mean purposefully tending it, not just leaving it alone (02-25-26)
• MSN: How protecting wilderness could mean purposefully tending it, not just leaving it alone (02-25-26)
• Alta: A Grand Avenue Runs Through It (02-16-26)
• Press Democrat: Sonoma County names Sonoma City Manager David Guhin as next county executive (02-10-26)
• Publishers Weekly: Book Club Picks (02-10-26)
• Alta: Yearning for Stories (02-03-26)
• Sundance Institute: Merata Mita and Graton Fellows Celebrated at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival (01-24-26)
• San Francisco Chronicle: Controversy erupts in the North Bay’s largest city over the fate of its crumbling birthplace (01-17-26)
• SFGATE: Regional: Organizers Of Training On Missing And Murdered Indigenous People Urge Law Enforcement To Notice The Crisis (01-16-26)
• Local News Matters: Regional: Organizers Of Training On Missing And Murdered Indigenous People Urge Law Enforcement To Notice The Crisis (01-16-26)
• The Mendocino Voice: Regional: Organizers Of Training On Missing And Murdered Indigenous People Urge Law Enforcement To Notice The Crisis (01-16-26)
• San Francisco Bay Times: San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus 2025 Holiday Concerts and a Preview of Upcoming Events (01-15-26)
• The Press Democrat: Letters to the Editor, Sunday Jan. 11 (01-11-26)
• Bay Nature: Monte Rio Grows, Connecting Sonoma’s Redwood Corridor (01-08-26)
• KGOAM: The John Phillips Show – Susan Crabtree (01-06-26)
• KABC: The John Phillips Show – Susan Crabtree (01-06-26)
• The Press Democrat: Final phase of Colgan Creek restoration project complete, adding 15 acres of habitat, recreation space in south Santa Rosa (01-02-26)
• The Mendocino Beacon: Final phase of Colgan Creek restoration project complete, adding 15 acres of habitat, recreation space in south Santa Rosa (01-02-26)
• Fort Bragg Advocate-News: Final phase of Colgan Creek restoration project complete, adding 15 acres of habitat, recreation space in south Santa Rosa (01-02-26)
• The Ukiah Daily Journal: Final phase of Colgan Creek restoration project complete, adding 15 acres of habitat, recreation space in south Santa Rosa (01-02-26)
• The Willits News: Final phase of Colgan Creek restoration project complete, adding 15 acres of habitat, recreation space in south Santa Rosa (01-02-26)
• The Baffler: Last herd on earth (01-02-26)
• Food & Environment Reporting Network: Last herd on earth (01-02-26)

2025

• Recordnet.com: Holiday concerts and casino parties light up Central, Northern California (12-22-25)
• Yahoo!Entertainment: Holiday concerts and casino parties light up Central, Northern California (12-22-25)
• Alta: Why I Write: To Give Voice to a People’s Struggles (12-19-25)
• SFGATE: Conservation group purchases historic Bay Area family ranch (12-19-25)
• MSN: Conservation group purchases historic Bay Area family ranch (12-19-25)
• Yahoo!News: Conservation group purchases historic Bay Area family ranch (12-19-25)
• Asia Gaming Brief: Konami’s BOMBERMAN slots make world premiere at Graton Resort & Casino (12-19-25)
• KSRO: Graton Resort & Casino Adds New “Bomberman” Slot Machine (12-19-25)
• News Break: Graton Resort & Casino Adds New “Bomberman” Slot Machine (12-19-25)
• GGR Asia: Konami debuts Solstice cabinet, Bomberman games in U.S. casino (12-19-25)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Ringing in the New Year and Holidays in Style (12-18-25)
• Press Democrat: Graton casino first to get ‘Bomberman’ slot machine (12-18-25)
• CDC Gaming: Konami Gaming debuts Bomberman slot games at Graton Resort & Casino (12-18-25)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts World Premiere of Konami’s Bomberman Slot Games (12-18-25)
• Pechanga.net: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts World Premiere of Konami’s Bomberman Slot Games (12-18-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts World Premiere of Konami’s Bomberman Slot Games (12-18-25)
• Soloazar: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts World Premiere of Konami’s Bomberman Slot Games (12-18-25)
• Bohemian: ’90s Three-Way, Ezra Ray Hart Does X-Mas at Graton (12-16-25)
• News Break: ’90s Three-Way, Ezra Ray Hart Does X-Mas at Graton (12-16-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Continues Holiday Tradition of Giving Back to Community in Need (12-08-25)
• California Construction News: Santa Rosa breaks ground on Hearn Community Hub in Roseland (12-01-25)
• San Francisco Examiner: Holiday Dining At Graton Resort & Casino’s 630 Park Is An Unforgettable Experience (12-01-25)
• Nob Hill Gazette: Holiday Dining At Graton Resort & Casino’s 630 Park Is An Unforgettable Experience (12-01-25)
• Indian Gaming: 2025 Indian Country Architectural Showcase (11-29-25)
• Pechanga.Net: 2025 Indian Country Architectural Showcase (11-29-25)
• Stay Happening: Aloud / Out Loud: Indigenous Voices (11-29-25)
• The Healdsburg Tribune: Best of Arts and Entertainment 2025 (11-28-25)
• Best of Healdsburg 2025: Best of Arts and Entertainment 2025 (11-28-25)
• The Press Democrat: The best Italian restaurants in Sonoma County (11-24-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: The best Italian restaurants in Sonoma County (11-24-25)
• The Fresno Bee: The best Italian restaurants in Sonoma County (11-24-25)
• The San Luis Obispo Tribune: The best Italian restaurants in Sonoma County (11-24-25)
• Sonoma Valley Sun: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn Has Become Unionized (11-21-25)
• City of Santa Rosa: Construction Officially Begins on Hearn Community Hub (11-19-25)
• The Press Democrat: Long-awaited Roseland civic hub breaks ground, bringing fire station and permanent library (11-17-25)
• Happening Next: Never Ending ’90s Xmas (11-16-25)
• CDC Gaming: Focus on IGT: IGT heralds jackpot year for Wheel of Fortune game family, big plans for 2026 (11-14-25)
• Art+ Magazine: A Shoot for the Stars (11-11-25)
• Citizen Portal: Sonoma proclaims November as Native American Heritage Month; Graton Rancheria representative accepts (11-09-25)
• Marin Independent Journal: Upcoming author talks, book events in Marin (11-06-25)
• New York Post: Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top announces 2026 tour, four NY shows. Get tickets (11-05-25)
• Yahoo!Entertainment: Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top announces 2026 tour, four NY shows. Get tickets (11-05-25)
• Instagram: Dia De Los Muertos at Graton Resort & Casino (10-27-25)
• TikTok: Dia De Los Muertos at Graton Resort & Casino (10-27-25)
• KTVU (FOX 2): KTVU Mornings on 2 – October 22, 2025 (10-22-25)
• KSRO: Graton Dealer Named “Best Dealer In America” (10-22-25)
• Alta: ‘Grand Avenue’ – Greg Sarris’s novel in stories is the California Book Club’s February 2026 selection (10-21-25)
• The Press Democrat: Graton casino dealer crowned ‘Best Dealer in America’ at Las Vegas competition (10-21-25)
• The Mercury News: Graton casino dealer crowned ‘Best Dealer in America’ at Las Vegas competition (10-21-25)
• Marin Independent Journal: Graton casino dealer crowned ‘Best Dealer in America’ at Las Vegas competition (10-21-25)
• East Bay Times: Graton casino dealer crowned ‘Best Dealer in America’ at Las Vegas competition (10-21-25)
• News Break: Graton casino dealer crowned ‘Best Dealer in America’ at Las Vegas competition (10-21-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: Where To Celebrate Halloween in Sonoma County (10-21-25)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Welcomes New Sommelier (10-16-25)
• News Break: Graton Resort & Casino Welcomes New Sommelier (10-16-25)
• Techcentral: These Will Be The 12-15 Luckiest Casinos Within Vegas, In Accordance With Tripadvisor (10-15-25)
• Philippine Concerts: Cup of Joe Makes History with Sold-Out Stardust Concert Run at Araneta, Receives Multiple Honors Before Kicking Off World Tour (10-14-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino’s 630 Park Steakhouse Welcomes New Sommelier (10-14-25)
• Pechanga.Net: Graton Resort & Casino’s 630 Park Steakhouse Welcomes New Sommelier (10-14-25)
• News Break: Graton Resort & Casino’s 630 Park Steakhouse Welcomes New Sommelier (10-14-25)
• Balitang Marino: Cup of Joe makes historic firsts (10-14-25)
• CDC Gaming: G2E: New AI tools help casinos maximize marketing ROI and unlock revenue (10-13-25)
• Casinoreviews.net: Graton Dealer Wins First-Ever G2E Dealer Championship (10-13-25)
• G3 Newswire: Graton Dealer Wins First-Ever G2E Dealer Championship (10-13-25)
• Indian Gaming: Elleonor Hoffman of Graton Casino Wins G2E Dealer Championship (10-13-25)
• Pechanga.Net: Elleonor Hoffman of Graton Casino Wins G2E Dealer Championship (10-13-25)
• Casinos.com: US Dealer Championships Introduced at G2E 2025 (10-13-25)
• Audilous: Elleonor Hoffman Wins Inaugural G2E Dealer Championship at Global Gaming Expo (10-13-25)
• World Casino News: Elleonor Hoffman Crowned ‘Best Dealer in America’ at G2E 2025 in Las Vegas (10-13-25)
• CDC Gaming: G2E’s first-ever dealer tournament crowns U.S. champion (10-12-25)
• Casino News Press: Ellie Hoffman Wins Inaugural G2E Dealer Championship (10-12-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino’s Elleonor Hoffman Wins Inaugural G2E Dealer Championship (10-10-25)
• Casino.org: ‘World’s Best Dealer’ Couldn’t Find Job in Las Vegas! (10-10-25)
• Yogonet: Graton Resort & Casino’s Elleonor Hoffman Wins Inaugural G2E Dealer Championship (10-10-25)
• Las Vegas Review-Journal: ‘Best Dealer in America’ crowned at G2E in Las Vegas (10-10-25)
• The Community Voice Wine Country’s best: Graton Resort & Casino’s winning streak continues (10-10-25)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino brings the laughs to Sonoma County (10-09-25)
• Yogonet: California’s Graton Resort & Casino wins top awards for gaming and hospitality (10-08-25)
• Pechanga.Net: California’s Graton Resort & Casino wins top awards for gaming and hospitality (10-08-25)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Recognized With Numerous Awards (10-07-25)
• News Break: Graton Resort & Casino Recognized With Numerous Awards (10-07-25)
• CDC Gaming: CDC Gaming and Global Gaming Women celebrate Day Zero Party ahead of 2025 G2E at Resorts World Las Vegas (10-06-25)
• PW Insider: The Top 10 US Casinos That Offer More Than Just Gambling (10-02-25)
• University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources: Tribal teachers, UCCE advisors open doors for next Native scientists (09-29-25)
• Yogonet: G2E to launch inaugural US Dealer Championship in Las Vegas with 34 participants (09-29-25)
• TownLift: Sundance Institute announces 2025 Documentary Fund grant recipients (09-25-25)
• News Break: Sundance Institute announces 2025 Documentary Fund grant recipients (09-25-25)
• CDC Gaming: 10 Women Rising in Gaming: Lana Rivera (09-25-25)
• Miami Living: Sundance Institute Awards $1.5 Million in Documentary Fund Grants to 32 Global Projects (09-24-25)
• Patch: Guy Fieri, Celebrity Chefs Serve Up Gratitude For First Responders in Healdsburg (09-23-25)
• Inside Asian Gaming: Global Gaming Women and CDC Gaming unveil this year’s 10 Women Rising in Gaming (09-23-25)
• Marin Independent Journal: Point Reyes National Seashore conservation plan gets $2.7M grant (09-20-25)
• RU24: Point Reyes National Seashore conservation plan gets $2.7M grant (09-20-25)
• The Sacramento Bee: The best casino outside of Las Vegas is in California, USA Today says. Here’s why (09-19-25)
• The San Luis Obispo Tribune: The best casino outside of Las Vegas is in California, USA Today says. Here’s why (09-19-25)
• The Modesto Bee: The best casino outside of Las Vegas is in California, USA Today says. Here’s why (09-19-25)
• The Fresno Bee: The best casino outside of Las Vegas is in California, USA Today says. Here’s why (09-19-25)
• NBC Bay Area: San Francisco to Celebrate the 35th Annual Autumn Moon Festival (09-19-25)
• Times News Online: Mt. Airy makes USA Today Readers’ Choice casino list (09-13-25)
• Gaming America: Global Gaming Awards Americas 2025: se revela la lista completa de finalists (09-12-25)
•  The Press Democrat: Photos: Scenes from North Bay Business Journal’s Best Places to Work awards event (09-11-25)
• KRON 4: LIST: Bay Area watch parties for Canelo-Crawford superfight (09-11-25)
• MSN: Bay Area watch parties for Canelo-Crawford superfight (09-11-25)
• News Break: Bay Area watch parties for Canelo-Crawford superfight (09-11-25)
• Asian Journal: Graton Resort & Casino Welcomes Autumn Moon Festival with new promotions and entertainment (09-10-25)
• The Bulletin: Two CT casinos just won multiple awards in USA TODAY’s 10BEST of 2025. See rankings (09-05-25)
• Hotel Executive: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground for Major Hotel Expansion (09-05-25)
• App.: Hit the jackpot at the top 10 best casinos ranked by USA Today; How did NJ casinos rate? (09-04-25)
• Click On Detroit: Michigan casino ranks among the best casinos outside Las Vegas (09-04-25)
• Hattiesburg American: USA Today ranks Gulf Coast casino with great hotel as one of the best outside Las Vegas (09-03-25)
• Clarion Ledger: USA Today ranks Gulf Coast casino with great hotel as one of the best outside Las Vegas (09-03-25)
• Yahoo!Life: USA Today ranks Gulf Coast casino with great hotel as one of the best outside Las Vegas (09-03-25)
• WFMZ-TV News: Pocono casino named a top place to stay and play (09-03-25)
• Ionia Sentinel-Standard: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Times Herald: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Lenconnect.com: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Sturgis Journal: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Cheboygan Daily Tribune: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• The Monroe News: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Lansing State Journal: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• The Daily Reporter: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• The Sault News: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Battle Creek Enquirer: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Holland Sentinel: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Hometown Life: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Potesky News-Review: Michigan’s FireKeepers Casino Hotel named 1 of best outside of Sin City (09-03-25)
• Brave Words: ZZ TOP Drummer FRANK BEARD To Rejoin Band On The Road This Friday Following Medical Issue (09-02-25)
• Poker News: Stefan Clemens Wins WSOPC Graton Main Event for $151k and First Tournament Title (08-27-25)
• Card Player: Bay Area Soccer Coach Wins World Series of Poker Circuit Graton Casino Main Event (08-27-25)
• Poker.org: First-time winner books Bahamas trip with WSOPC ring at Graton (08-26-25)
• The Press Democrat: ‘Parks and Recreation’ star Aziz Ansari coming to Graton Resort and Casino in Rohnert Park (08-26-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: The Best Poolside Restaurants and Bars in Sonoma (08-22-25)
• Casino Player: Casino Player’s Best Of Gaming 2025: Native Northwest (08-22-25)
• Casino Center: Casino Player’s Best Of Gaming 2025: Native Northwest (08-22-25)
• The Press Democrat: ‘Vanderpump Rules’ DJ, ‘Silicon Valley’ star among late-summer acts coming to Graton Resort and Casino (08-21-25)
• Poker.org: Bin Weng advice sends Primus to Paradise after third WSOPC ring (08-20-25)
• The Press Democrat: Here are this year’s Best Places to Work in Sonoma, Solano, Napa, Marin counties (08-19-25)
• Poker.org: Peter Thao tops Day 1A of $600 Deep Stack No-Limit Hold’Em (08-15-25)
• That Eric Alper: Ezra Ray Hart Brings Rock & Holiday Cheer on ‘90s Hits & Xmas Riffs’ Tour (08-14-25)
• San Francisco Chronicle: This 30-year Bay Area highway project is almost completed. Will it ease traffic? (08-10-25)
• MSN: This 30-year Bay Area highway project is almost completed. Will it ease traffic? (08-10-25)
• Poker.org: Wine country welcomes WSOPC back to Graton on August 14 (08-07-25)
• The Press Democrat: I Love The 90’s Tour with Vanilla Ice, Young MC coming to Sonoma County (08-01-25)
• Hotel Management: California resort, casino breaks ground on expansion (07-30-25)
• Broadway World: Jimmy O. Yang – 2nd Show Added at Graton Resort and Casino (07-25-25)
• UCNet: UC President’s Native American Advisory Council celebrates President Drake’s legacy of impactful change and leadership (07-22-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: Daughtry (07-21-25)
• Tribal Business News: PEOPLE ON THE MOVE IN INDIAN COUNTRY (07-17-25)
• Punch: We Asked: “What Does Sustainability Mean to You?” (07-15-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: DJ Cal: B – Side Lounge @ 10:00PM (07-15-25)
• The Press Democrat: DJ Cal: B – Side Lounge @ 10:00PM (07-15-25)
• Card Player: World Series of Poker Circuit Heads To Graton Resort & Casino In August (07-14-25)
• Sonoma County Gazette: Salmon, songs, and secret protests: Camp Meeker brings the heat (07-14-25)
• Fabulous California: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground on Hotel Expansion (07-11-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: Art Padilla: Acoustic Loops at Lobby Bar inside Graton Casino (07-10-25) 
• Meetings and Conventions: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground on Hotel Expansion (07-10-25) 
• Hotel Online: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground for Major Hotel Expansion (07-06-25)
• Poker News: The WSOP Circuit Returns For A New Season Starting At Choctaw Durant (07-04-25) 
• Yogonet: Graton Resort & Casino breaks ground for major hotel expansion (06-30-25)
• Pechanga.net: Graton Resort & Casino breaks ground for major hotel expansion (06-28-25)
• The Community Voice: Juneteenth Celebration (06-27-25)
• Northern California Public Media: Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park & Open Space adds 1,500 acres (06-27-25)
• The Community Voice: Graton Resort & Casino breaks ground for major hotel expansion (06-27-25)
• Local News Matters: Land purchase, donation adds more than 1,500 acres to Monte Rio Redwoods park (06-26-25)
• Sonoma County Regional Parks: Monte Rio Redwoods Regional Park Quadruples in Size with Newly Conserved Addition (06-24-25)
• The Bay Area Reporter: Sarris named to Sundance Institute board (06-17-25)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Resort and Casino breaks ground on hotel expansion (06-13-25)
• North Bay Business Journal: Graton Resort and Casino breaks ground on hotel expansion (06-13-25)
• The Press Democrat Instagram: Work begins on next phase of Graton resort’s $1 billion expansion. Here’s what’s coming (06-13-25)
• Focus Gaming News: Graton Resort & Casino in California breaks ground for major hotel expansion (06-12-25)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground on Hotel Expansion (06-12-25)
• CDC Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground on Hotel Expansion (06-12-25)
• G3 Newswire: Graton Resort & Casino starts work on new hotel wings (06-12-25)
• Newsylist: Graton Casino Hotel Expansion: Groundbreaking News (06-12-25)
• Harlem World: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground For Major Luxury Hotel Expansion (06-11-25)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Resort and Casino ‘ramping up’ its entertainment lineup with Jay Leno, other big-name acts (06-11-25) 
• CDC Gaming: Graton Resort and Casino ‘ramping up’ its entertainment lineup with Jay Leno, other big-name acts (06-11-25) 
• The Press Democrat: Wolfgang Puck visits Graton Resort and Casino for cooking demo (06-11-25)
• Pechanga.net: Wolfgang Puck visits Graton Resort and Casino for cooking demo (06-11-25)
• The Press Democrat YouTube: Graton Resort and Casino hosts Wolfgang Puck cooking demo (06-10-25)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino hosts Wolfgang Puck (06-10-25) 
• RGT Online: Graton Resort & Casino hosts Wolfgang Puck (06-10-25) 
• Memesita: Sundance Institute Welcomes Fresh Voices: New Trustees and the Future of Independent Film (06-10-25)
• Time.News: Sundance Institute Board: Scott Frank & New Trustees Added (06-10-25)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Rancheria’s Greg joins Sundance board as film festival plans big move (06-06-25)
• YouTube: The risks of this year’s wildfire season and the Koi Nation Casino proposal (06-05-25)
• Tribal Gaming & Hospitality: Sundance Institute Adds Scott Frank, David Nevins, Greg Sarris, and Blair Ligelis Stein to Board of Trustees (06-04-25)
• The Press Democrat: Matt Stell concert at Graton Resort and Casino raises $10,000 for veterans (06-03-25)
• The Hollywood Reporter: Sundance Institute Adds Four to Board (Exclusive) (06-03-25)
• IMDb: Sundance Institute Adds Four to Board (Exclusive) (06-03-25)
• y!Entertainment: Sundance Institute Adds Four to Board (Exclusive) (06-03-25)
• MSN: Sundance Institute Adds Four to Board (Exclusive) (06-03-25)
• Archyde: Sundance Institute: Frank, Nevins & New Trustees Join Board (06-03-25) 
• Sundance Institute: Sundance Institute Adds Scott Frank, David Nevins, Greg Sarris, and Blair Ligelis Stein to Board of Trustees (06-02-25)
• Modern Luxury: Graton Resort & Casino Transforms its Food and Beverage Program (06-02-25)
• CDC Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Transforms its Food and Beverage Program (06-02-25)
• Archnewsy: Sundance Institute Adds Scott Frank, David Nevins, Greg Sarris, and Blair Ligelis Stein to Board of Trustees (06-02-25)
• 4rfv.com: Sundance Institute Adds Scott Frank, David Nevins, Greg Sarris, and Blair Ligelis Stein to Board of Trustees (06-02-25)
• Creators Faire: Sundance Institute Adds Scott Frank, David Nevins, Greg Sarris, and Blair Ligelis Stein to Board of Trustees (06-02-25)
• Infrared Magazine: Sundance Institute Adds Scott Frank, David Nevins, Greg Sarris, and Blair Ligelis Stein to Board of Trustees (06-02-25)
• The Press Democrat: Sonoma County supervisors, Windsor town manager join legal fight challenging Koi Nation casino (05-31-25)
• CDC Gaming: Sonoma County supervisors, Windsor town manager join legal fight challenging Koi Nation casino (05-31-25)
• India Currents: “Writing as an Other” w/Tara Dorabji, Viet Thanh Nguyen, and Greg Sarris (05-31-25)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Charity Concert Raises $10K for Veterans (05-30-25)
• Wine Country This Month: Graton Resort & Casino: Sun, Sounds, and Style (05-30-25)
• 94.1 KPFA: May 29, 2025: J.K. Fowler/The Bay Area Book Festival – Joan Baez (05-29-25)
• The Mercury News: Bay Area arts: 10 shows, concerts and fests to catch this weekend (05-29-25)
• Press Bee: Bay Area arts: 10 shows, concerts and fests to catch this weekend (05-29-25)
• Bohemian: Loud and Proud, Pride Month Events Abound in North Bay (05-27-25)
• SFist: Last Week, This Week: SF LGBT Center’s Building the Block House Party (05-25-25)
• The Press Democrat: Close to Home: Don’t rewrite Native American history (05-25-25)
• Pechanga.net: Close to Home: Don’t rewrite Native American history (05-25-25)
• SFGate: Authors, readers to converge at 11th Bay Area Book Festival in Berkeley (05-22-25)
• Piedmont Exedra: Authors, readers to converge at 11th Bay Area Book Festival in Berkeley (05-22-25)
• Local News Matters: Authors, readers to converge at 11th Bay Area Book Festival in Berkeley (05-22-25)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Resort and Casino presents celebrity DJ Steve Aoki (05-21-25)
• Tribal Gaming & Hospitality: Sonoma County Pride Celebrates 40 Years with a Host of Events, Presented by Graton Resort & Casino (05-21-25)
• Pechanga.net: Sonoma County Pride Celebrates 40 Years with a Host of Events, Presented by Graton Resort & Casino (05-21-25)
• We The People: Sonoma County Pride Announces Main Stage Entertainment Lineup for 2025 Festival (05-20-25)
• 48 Hills: Bay Area Book Festival turns to the power of the page (05-18-25)
• Casino Center: BODN 2025 Nightlife (05-15-25) 
• Casino Center: BODN 2025 Dining Out (05-15-25)
• Indian Gaming: Voices of Innovation: Game Technology at IGA 2025 (05-07-25)
• Do The Bay: Fedeerated Indians of Graton Rancheria Presents: 11th Annual Bay Area Book Festival (05-02-25)
• The Community Voice: Roseland Library funding in place (05-02-25)
• Native News Online: The Sundance Institute Names Its 2025 Native Lab Cohort (05-01-25)
• Donji Vakuf: The Leading 5 Best Casinos In Las Las Vegas And Where To Play To Win Big (05-01-25) 
• Wine Country This Month: Escape to Graton Resort & Casino (04-29-25) 
• Piedmont Exedra: May 2025 author events:  Isabel Allende, Susanna Kwan, Christopher Moore, Pat Murphy, Aimee Phan, Jemimah Wei and more (04-28-25) 
• The Wildlife News: Point Reyes Settlement Offers Massive Public and Ecological Benefits (04-28-25) 
• The Community Voice: Rohnert Park Unveils Parks and Recreation Master Plan Draft (04-25-25)
• Press Democrat: Superstar performers set to play poolside concerts at Graton Resort and Casino (04-24-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Steve Aoki, G-Eazy to Headline Summer Celebrity DJ Pool Parties at Graton Resort & Casino (04-23-25) 
• Asian Journal: Graton Resort & Casino hosts ‘Topping Off’ ceremony to celebrate expansion milestone (04-16-25) 
• Poker News: RunGood Bay Area Stop Coming Up w/ $300,000 Guaranteed Main Event (04-16-25)
• Card Player: Mission RunGood Bay Area Takes Flight At Graton Resort And Casino In May (04-14-25)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Donna’s Chronicles, “Our listing of the weekend of activities…” (04-10-25)
• Bay Area Family Travel: Where To See Blooms (04-09-25) 
• Gambling News: Brian Christopher’s World Cruise Slot Proves a Success (04-07-25)
• Bonus.com: Brian Christopher Has a Second Slot Out, Available First in California (04-07-25)
• Play CA: California: Brian Christopher’s World Cruise Slot debuts at Graton Casino (04-07-25)
• AntiMusic: Manuel Turizo Launching 201 Tour (04-07-25)
• Casino.org: Brian Christopher Unveils New World Cruise Slot Game (04-06-25) 
• G3 Newswire: Graton Resort & Casino celebrates expansion milestone (04-01-25)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts Topping Off Ceremony for Expansion (03-31-25)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino celebrates expansion milestone (03-31-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts Renown YouTube Slot Influencer Brian Christopher (03-28-25)
• Gambling News: Graton Rancheria Celebrates Topping Out of Its $1B Graton Resort Expansion (03-28-25)
• Indian Gaming: AGS To Showcase Slot & Table Game Innovations at IGA 2025 (03-28-25)
• Focus Gaming News: Graton Rancheria Resort & Casino holds topping-off ceremony for expansion (03-28-25)
• Chilled: Mixologist Jessica Christensen Is Taking Her Shot Behind the Bar (03-27-25)
• Newsy Today: Graton Casino And Resort Marks Milestone In $1 Billion Expansion (03-27-25)
• Yogonet: California’s Graton Rancheria tops off $1 billion casino expansion project (03-27-25)
• Casino Industry News: Gaming Arts and BC Ventures Set Sail with Brian Christopher’s World Cruise (03-26-25)
• The Press Democrat: Tribe celebrates major step in $1 billion expansion of Graton Resort and Casino (03-26-25)
• Wise Guys Presales: Chris Distefano at The Event at Graton Resort & Casino in Rohnert Park Jun 13, 2025 – official presale password (03-25-25)
• AG Daily: Point Reyes lawsuits to force closures after decade-long battles (03-25-25)
• The Community Voice: Building Rohnert Park: A quarterly update (03-21-25)
• IGaming News: ‘Nudge Me I’m Irish’: AGS Premieres Gold Nudge™ and Diamond Nudge™ at Graton Casino This St. Patrick’s Day (03-19-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: ‘Nudge Me I’m Irish’: AGS Premiered Gold Nudge™ and Diamond Nudge™ at Graton Resort & Casino on St. Patrick’s Day (03-19-25)
• The Press Democrat: The O’Jays bringing 60 years of soul to Graton Resort & Casino (03-19-25)
• CDC Gaming: AGS premieres Gold Nudge and Diamond Nudge slot games at Graton Resort & Casino (03-18-25)
• The Nation: Why The Living Mountain Endures (03-13-25)
• SFGate: Bay Area hotel converts into housing for 700 people (03-12-25)
• Indian Gaming: Architectural Preview: Iconic Designs that Inspire (03-12-25)
• The Wildlife News: Point Reyes Myths – The Settlement (03-08-25)
• The Community Voice: Things to do this weekend (03-07-25)
• Poker.org: Lee Jones: Can the Graton Big Game save high stakes public cash games? (03-02-25)
• Poker News: Alexandr Lipkin Wins First WSOP Circuit Ring, $163k at Graton Casino (02-28-25)
• Times Standard: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Summit addresses crisis in tribal communities (02-28-25)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Greg Sarris at The Chan National Queer Arts Center (02-27-25)
• San Francisco Chronicle: A historic barbecue spot is coming to the S.F. waterfront (02-26-25)
• The Press Democrat: Tracy Lawrence (02-26-25)
• Wine Country This Month: Graton Resort & Casino – The Premier Destination for Fun in San Francisco Bay Area & Wine Country (02-26-25)
• SFist: Oakland’s Famed Everett & Jones BBQ Taking Over Vacant Lou’s Fish Shack Space in Fisherman’s Wharf (02-26-25)
• KSRO: Three More Sonoma County Indian Tribes Sue Federal Government Over Koi Nation’s Resort-Casino Approval (02-25-25) 
• Poker.org: ‘Ultimate Amateur’ beats the champs in WSOPC Graton Main Event (02-25-25)
• Tribal Business News: Three California tribes sue to block Koi Nation casino project in Sonoma County (02-24-25)
• Yogonet: Graton Rancheria sues U.S. Interior Department over Koi Nation casino approval (02-24-25)
• The Press Democrat: Federal approval of Koi Nation casino challenged in court by three more tribes (02-24-25)
• Poker News: Hard Rock Tulsa Offers the Ideal WSOP Circuit Festival For Beginners (02-24-25)
• KSRO: Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria Files New Lawsuit Against Federal Government (02-21-25)
• Casino.org: U.S. Interior Department Sued Over Decision Approving Sonoma County Tribal Casino (02-21-25)
• Smithsonian: Smithsonian Launches Online Lesson That Investigates Long-Omitted Information on California’s History ( 02-21-25)
• RTT News: Peter Frampton Adds Dates To 2025 Tour (02-21-25)
• Pechanga.net: Graton Rancheria sues Interior Department over Koi casino (02-20-25)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Rancheria sues Interior Department over Koi casino near Windsor (02-20-25)
• San Jose Inside: Environmental Groups Praise Plan to Conserve Coastal Redwoods, Expand Protected Land (02-20-25)
• Patch: Greg Sarris and ‘The Forgetters: An Evolving Story’ (02-20-25)
• KSRO: (VIDEO) Want To See What A MILLION DOLLAR Slot Machine Jackpot Looks Like? (02-18-25)
• The Press Democrat: Social media star The Big Jackpot coming to Graton Resort and Casino (02-17-25)
• Easy Reader & Peninsula: WSOP Circuit Returns to Graton Resort & Casino in February 2025 (02-14-25)
• The Community Voice: Rohnert Park Foundation invests in community through the Small Grants Program (02-14-25)
• Yogonet: California: IGT holds Wheel of Fortune Trio cabinet world premiere at Graton Casino (02-14-25)
• CDC Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino hosts debut of IGT’s Wheel of Fortune cabinet, Cash Link Big Money slot game (02-13-25)
• Poker.org: Dual WSOP Circuit stops ramp up with live coverage on both coasts (02-13-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Hosts Meet & Greet with Social Media Star The Big Jackpot Feb. 22 (02-13-25)
• Patch: YouTube Star In Sonoma County For World Premiere (02-13-25)
• PR Newswire: IGT and Graton Resort & Casino Celebrate Global Debut of Wheel of Fortune Trio Cabinet (02-12-25)
• T4C: Peter Frampton Adds Additional Tour Dates In Select Cities (02-12-25)
• The Winchester Sun: Save the Redwoods League Enters Agreement to Purchase 1,500+ Acres of Redwood Forest That Will Expand Adjacent Regional Park Near Russian River in Sonoma County (02-11-25)
• Rock Cellar: Peter Frampton Expands ‘Let’s Do It Again!’ 2025 Tour with More Dates, Cities (02-11-25)
• UCR: PETER FRAMPTON ADDS NINE MORE 2025 SHOWS (02-11-25)
• Grateful Web: PETER FRAMPTON ADDS ADDITIONAL TOUR DATES IN SELECT CITIES, “LET’S DO IT AGAIN!” KICKS OFF IN MARCH (02-11-25)
• The Press Democrat: Save the Redwoods League signs $24 million deal to purchase Monte Rio redwood forest and expand county park (02-11-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: Best Pizza in Sonoma County: 24 Favorite Restaurants for Tasty Pies (02-10-25)
• Sonoma Magazine: DJ Cal: B-Side Lounge @ 10:00PM (02-07-25)
• The Press Democrat: Banda Manchos (02-06-25)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino celebrates the Year of the Snake (02-05-25)
• Poker News: Harrah’s Cherokee Expect Huge WSOPC Turnout With $5.87m In Guarantees (02-04-25)
• CDC Gaming: Table-game progressives gaining interest from players, operators (02-03-25)
• Poker News: WSOP Circuit Returns to Graton Casino for Stacked Festival in February (02-01-25)
• Pokerati: Best Live Tournaments to Play in February 2025 (02-01-25)
• Wine Country This Month: Graton Resort & Casino Unwind and Enjoy: Top Spots for Nightly Entertainment (01-31-25)
• Patch: Where To Watch The Big Game In Petaluma (01-31-25)
• DealTown: World Series of Poker Circuit Returns To Graton Resort & Casino This February (01-30-25)
• KSRO: Climate Resilience Summit Hosted by Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria Underway (01-30-25)
• CardsChat: Short Stacks: World Poker Tour Drops Media Staff, Leaf Releasing Collectable Cards Featuring Players (01-30-25)
• TownLift: Indigenous film ‘Free Leonard Peltier’ makes powerful Sundance debut (01-30-25)
• The Press Democrat: Sonoma County climate conference showcases tribal and county efforts to address water and wildfire issues (01-29-25)
• Morning Picker: Sundance Film Festival Unveils 2025 Fellows: Stefan Perez, Roni Jo Draper & Rhayne Vermette Join Exclusive Club! (01-29-25)
• Deadline: Sundance Institute Names Stefan Perez, Roni Jo Draper & Rhayne Vermette 2025 Merata Mita & Graton Fellows (01-28-25)
• North Bay Business Journal: Rohnert Park mayor, business respond to Sonoma State University cuts: ‘A lot of people say we aren’t a college town, but we are’ (01-27-25)
• Broadway World: Sundance Institute Announces Merata Mita and Graton Fellows at The 2025 Sundance Film Festival (01-25-25)
• Card Player: World Series of Poker Circuit Returns To Graton Resort & Casino This February (01-24-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Celebrates the Year of the Snake (01-23-25)
• Philippine News Today: Through a Looking Glass (Alice H. Reyes): Ogie Alcasid at Graton Hotel and Casino (01-19-25)
• Decatur Daily: Democrat Esselen Tribe of Monterey County and Western Rivers Conservancy Conserve Second Stretch of Little Sur River Through Land Back (01-15-25)
• Press Democrat: Graton Resort & Casino celebrates Year of the Snake (01-14-25)
• RTT: News KISS’ GENE SIMMONS ADDS EVEN MORE DATES TO SOLO TOUR (01-12-25)
• MarinIJ: Goals set to construct new county fire center (01-08-25)
• UCR: Gene Simmons Adds More Solo Band Tour Dates (01-08-25)
• Brave Words: KISS LEGEND GENE SIMMONS – MORE DATES ADDED TO SOLO TOUR (01-08-25)
• iHeart: Gene Simmons Expands Solo North American Tour: See The Dates (01-08-25)
• MarinIJ: Marin County ramps up work to build fire headquarters (01-07-25)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Featuring Richie Jen in an exclusive Northern California performance (01-06-25)

2024

• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino, 49ers Partnership Announced (12-23-24)
• iHeart: Gene Simmons Adds Dates To Solo North American Tour (12-18-24)
• Where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Sonoma, Napa and Lake counties 2024 (12-16-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: Classically A-List in 2024 (12-03-24)
• CBS News: Donors provide matching gifts for Bay Area food banks on Giving Tuesday (12-03-24)
• The Community Voice: Graton Resort & Casino sweetens the pot with exclusive Honey Bomb slot (11-29-24)
• The Press Democrat: Haaland and Newland: Northern California’s place in Indigenous history (11-22-24)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Premieres Bluberi’s Honey Bomb (11-22-24)
• The College Fix: Southern Illinois U. creates new position to give back museum’s Native American (11-22-24)
• RGT Online: Graton Resort & Casino exclusively debuts the Honey Bomb slot (11-20-24)
• Salinas Valley Tribune: The Future of California’s Casino Industry (11-18-24)
• Native News Online: Honoring Our Ancestors: Strengthening Kinship and Combating Ethnic Fraud (11-13-24)
• Washingtonian: 5 Great Travel Deals to Book Now (11-05-24)
• Indianz: Honoring Our Ancestors: Strengthening Kinship and Combating Ethnic Fraud (11-04-24)
• The Sonoma Index-Tribune: Sonoma designates November as Native American Heritage Month (11-04-24)
• CasinoPlayer’s Women Rising: Women Leaders Paving the Way in the Gaming Industry (11-01-24)
• Open Secrets: State ballot measures attract more than $417 million ahead of Election Day (10-30-24)
• The Press Democrat: Construction contract awarded for long-awaited Roseland library, fire station (10-26-24)
• KPFA: Making History in Riverland Conservation (10-25-24)
• Bohemian: The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Receive Ranchland (10-22-24)
• The Press Democrat: Chumash people in California to co-steward marine sanctuary in historic partnership (10-21-24)
• Sonoma County Regional Parks: Prescribed burning operations planned at Tolay Lake Regional Park (10-21-24)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Rancheria celebrates historic ‘land back’ acquisition on Marin Coast (10-18-24)
• The Press Democrat: ‘The major player’: Graton Rancheria is largest tribal donor in US elections and among biggest in California (10-18-24)
• Electric Lit: Decolonize Your Bookshelf With These Buzzy New Books by Native American Writers (10-14-24)
• The Press Democrat: ‘This is our day.’ SRJC honors Indigenous Peoples Day (10-14-24)
• Los Angeles Blade: Equality California celebrates 25 years of championing LGBTQ+ rights (10-08-24)
• Fullerton Observer: FOLLOW THE MONEY: Groups Backing the Statewide Ballot Measures (10-04-24)
• The Press Democrat: Farming’s place in Point Reyes National Seashore more tenuous than ever (10-03-24)
• Outtake: Equality California 25th LA Award Event (10-02-24)
• Petaluma Argus-Courier: Brewsters’ Cappy Sorentino wins big at Graton’s Full Tilt cocktail contest (10-02-24)
• KSRO: Raise the Roof with Letitia Hanke – Clean Energy with Tyla Brown (10-01-24)
• American Indian Magazine: The Dark History of California’s Gold Rush (10-01-24)
• Advocate: Rustin co-writer Julian Breece to be honored for uplifting queer stories in film and television (10-01-24)
• San Francisco Bay Times: France Meets India: Bombay Brasserie Opens With a Splash at Campton Place (10-01-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Graton Resort & Casino adds chef to culinary team (09-27-24)
• Publishers Weekly: ‘News from Native California’ Invites Subscribers (09-26-24)
• The Hollywood Times: Senator Alex Padilla Joins the 25th Anniversary Los Angeles Equality Awards Honoring Julian Breece on October 5 (09-26-24)
• Wine Country this Week: The Premier Destination for Fun in San Francisco Bay Area & Wine Country (09-25-24)
• PRLOG: The Canal Arts Announces a Groundbreaking Public Art Mural Project: “Peoples of the Canal” (09-24-24)
• Native America Calling: Balanced lessons on missions and the gold rush in California (09-23-24)
• Tribal Business News: TRIBAL LAND: Hualapai fight lithium drilling; Lac du Flambeau banishes state senator; Osage Nation celebrates major land acquisition (09-22-24)
• Meetings Mags: Wine Country’s Hidden Gem: Premier Event Hosting at Graton Resort & Casino (09-23-24)
• The Community Voice: Graton Casino welcomes renowned chef to culinary team (09-20-24)
• Tribal Gaming & Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Supports San Francisco Autumn Moon Festival, Celebrating Cultural Heritage and Community Spirit (09-18-24)
• KGO (ABC7): Agreement reached to return land to Indigenous tribe (09-16-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Photos: Best Places to Work 2024 awards event (09-16-24)
• The Chatsworth Times: The 10 best casino hotels in the U.S. (09-16-24)
• Las Vegas Review-Journal: 2 Las Vegas resorts make list of nation’s top casino hotels (09-16-24)
• West Island Blog: Chef Roy Ellamar Exits Vegas for New Eateries; Las Vegas Dining News Unveils Thrilling Developments (09-16-24)
• Las Vegas Review-Journal: Why a beloved chef is leaving Las Vegas for California (09-13-24)
• Indian Gaming: Chef Roy Ellamar Joins Graton Resort & Casino Culinary Team (09-13-24)
• Casino.org: VEGAS DINING ROUNDUP: Big Chef Leaving Las Vegas, Wasting Away Again?, MGM Closes Café (09-13-24)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Welcomes Renowned Chef Roy Ellamar To Culinary Team (09-12-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Petaluma’s Brewsters Beer Garden wins cocktail mixology contest (09-11-24)
• Northern California Public Media: Coastal ranch land returned to tribal hands for stewardship (09-11-24)
• Point Reyes Light: Dillon Beach land given to Miwok tribe (09-11-24)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Resort and Casino named 1 of the best casinos outside of Las Vegas by USA Today (09-11-24)
• National Native News: Wednesday, September 11, 2024 (09-11-24)
• Indian Gaming: 466 Acres Returned to Graton Rancheria Through Land Back Agreement (09-10-24)
• KQED: California Nears Historic Conservation Goal With Over 25% of State Protected (09-09-24)
• North Bay Biz: Graton tribe acquires Dillon Beach (09-09-24)
• The Mercury News: The 10 best casino hotels in the U.S. include a Sonoma wine country resort (09-09-24)
• Marin Independent Journal: Marin coastal property acquired by tribe in conservation deal (09-08-24)
• Northern California Public Media: Graton tribe gifted coastside West Marin property (09-08-24)
• Sonoma County Gazette: Tribal land reclaimed: Graton Rancheria recovers 466 acres on the coast (09-07-24)
• KQED: Lush Marin County Coastal Land Returned to Graton Rancheria (09-06-24)
• Yahoo!life: These two CT casinos just won multiple awards in USA Today’s 10 best of 2024 (09-06-24)
• The Bulletin: These two CT casinos just won multiple awards in USA Today’s 10 best of 2024 (09-05-24)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Rancheria acquires prized Marin coastal property in ‘land back’ conservation deal (09-05-24)
• Casino City Times: Ask the Slot Expert: Slot jackpot denied playing with another’s card (09-04-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Discover why these 102 North Bay companies are Best Places to Work in 2024 (09-04-24)
• Democrat & Chronicle: Upstate NY casino named among USA Today’s top non-Vegas casinos (09-04-24)
• Marin Independent Journal: Betty Goerke, Mill Valley Miwok scholar, dies (09-04-24)
• CNBC News Today: Mount Airy Casino named in Top Ten Casino Hotels by USA TODAY (09-04-24)
• The Press Democrat: Adam Schiff leads slate of politicians rallying support for Harris at North Bay’s annual Labor Day pancake breakfast (09-02-24)
• Sunset: 630 Park Steakhouse at Graton Resort & Casino (09-01-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: The Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma County (09-01-24)
• Bay Area Reporter: Editorial: Stop hiding same-sex couples (08-28-24)
• Poker.org: WSOP Circuit: Sabbaghian wins Main, women scoop 3 rings at Graton (08-27-24)
• Card Player: Sasha Sabbaghian Wins 2024 World Series of Poker Circuit Graton Main Event (08-27-24)
• The San Francisco Standard: Redwood forest with Sonoma County’s most famous tree is now protected forever (08-22-24)
• The Press Democrat: Newsom’s office urges Department of Interior to reject Koi casino near Windsor (08-21-24)
• Northern California Public Media: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria backs Newsom’s call to halt new casinos (08-21-24)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Supports California Governor Newsom’s Call to Halt Tribal Gaming Projects That Are Contrary to U.S. Department of Interior Precedent (08-20-24)
• Motorsport: Best Places to Visit in the East Bay (08-20-24)
• The Hotel Guide: Graton Resort & Casino Offers Fun in the Heart of Sonoma County (08-19-24)
• Politico: Is the $18 minimum wage beatable? (08-19-24)
• The Almanac: Cocktails and Mocktails – Free Bartending School (08-17-24)
• The Community Voice: Ming Tsai cooks for hundreds at Graton Casino (08-16-24)
• Poker.org: WSOP Circuit: Husband and wife battle at Cherokee, Graton begins (08-16-24)
• Marin Local News: Graton Resort & Casino hosts ‘Full Tilt Mixology Contest’ (08-15-24)
• KSRO: Graton Tribe Lands Grow by 66 Acres from Rohnert Park (08-15-24)
• The Press Democrat: Rohnert Park city limits to shrink as Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria expand territory (08-14-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Graton Resort & Casino finishes parking structure as it continues expansion work (08-14-24)
• Patch: New 5-Story Parking Structure Unveiled At Graton Resort & Casino (08-13-24)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Graton Resort & Casino opens new five-story parking garage (08-12-24)
• Poker.org: WSOP Circuit: Donovan Dean wins second Cherokee Main Event (08-12-24)
• San Francisco Chronicle: This deserted cove away from civilization in Marin County refreshes the soul (08-10-24)
• Cal Matters: Sometimes California officials do things that are mind-boggling, or just interesting (08-08-24)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino To Open New Five-Story Parking Garage (08-08-24)
• PokerNews: What Will Allen Kessler Do with His $1.2 Million Slot Jackpot Win? | PokerNews Podcast #850 (08-02-24)
• The Healdsburg Tribune: Letters to the Editor, Aug. 8, 2024 (08-07-24)
• ArcaMax: Lessons from the land: Greg Sarris’ new stories reflect on the natural world and Native America identity (08-07-24)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino New Parking Garage Opening August 12 (08-06-24)
• Northern California Public Media: Proposed Koi casino raises concerns from leader of Graton Rancheria (08-06-24)
• San Francisco Chronicle: California’s lieutenant governor bashes J.D. Vance in new ad (08-05-24)
• News from Native California: Roundhouse Intern Tavi Lorelle Carpenter Celebrates Her Last Day (08-02-24)
• PokerNews: WSOP Circuit to Make Cross-Country Trip in August (07-31-24)
• CardsChat: Short Stacks: Daniel Turns 50, ‘Chainsaw’ Hits a $1.2 Million Jackpot, Poker Returns to Hollywood Casinos (07-31-24)
• PokerNews: And We’re Off! Justin Lapka Gets WSOP Circuit Season Underway With Choctaw Victory (07-30-24)
• PokerNews: Allen Kessler Hits $1.2 Million Jackpot on Buffalo Slot Machine (07-30-24)
• Northern California Public Media: Russian River Redwoods destined for long-term preservation (07-30-24)

• Sonoma Magazine: The Forgetters: An Evening with GREG SARRIS (07-27-24)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Carmel’s New Culinary Hits (and Misses) (07-25-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Here are this year’s Best Places to Work in Sonoma, Solano, Napa, Marin counties (07-25-24)
• Next Avenue: Mellowing with Age, but Not Slowing Down (07-25-24)
• Daily Bruin: UC Regents discusses UC Press, math requirements, recovery programs at meeting (07-22-24)
• San Francisco Business Times: Viewpoint: San Francisco cleaned up for APEC. Why can’t it stay that way? (07-22-24)
• UCLA Law: Four professors receive faculty chair appointments (07-19-24)
• The Mercury News: Lessons from the land: Greg Sarris’ new stories reflect on the natural world and Native America identity (07-18-24)
• Bohemian: Never Too Late — To Dine (07-16-24)
• Casino Life Magazine: A bigger, better Graton Resort & Casino relies upon new technological initiatives. By David McKee (07-14-24)
• The Community Voice: 2024-25 fiscal year budget (07-12-24)
• Stanford: Native American Stories – Greg Sarris: A Reading, Conversation & Book Signing (07-10-24)
• City Buzz: Graton Resort & Casino Unveils B-Side Lounge: A New Hub for Live Music and Entertainment (07-09-24)
• News from Native California: Graton Heyday Berkeley Roundhouse Writing Internship (07-08-24)
• Card Player: WSOP Circuit Schedule Released For 2024 (07-04-24)
• Poker.org: WSOP announces first Circuit stops of 24/25 season (07-03-24)
• Poker Firma: WSOP Announces First Half of WSOP Circuit. 2024/2025 (07-02-24)
• CardsChat: World Series of Poker Releases First Half of 2024/25 Circuit Schedule (07-02-24)
• Santa Barbara Independent: Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, UCSB Host Panel Discussions on NAGPRA (07-02-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: Art Padilla: Acoustic Loops at G Bar inside Graton Casino (07-01-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: 20 Favorite Hotel Pools in Sonoma County (07-01-24)
• The Press Democrat: Bay Area pizza chef behind Tony’s of North Beach in Rohnert Park wins Pizza of the Year honors with a vegan creation (06-28-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: The San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus Raises Over $1 Million (06-26-24)
• The Press Democrat: Greg Sarris’ ‘The Forgetters’ reminds audiences stories are lessons, history that can’t be forgotten (06-19-24)
• Politico: What Kamala Harris isn’t talking about (06-06-24)
• Alta Journal: Bay Area Book Festival Connects Lively Literary Community in Berkeley (06-03-24)
• The Press Democrat: Things to do in Sonoma County, June 7-16 (06-03-24)
• The Community Voice: Chairman Sarris awarded the degree by Acting President of SSU Dr. Nathan Evans (05-31-24)
• CBS News Bay Area: Joan Baez and Amy Tan to appear at the Bay Area Book Festival in Berkeley (05-30-24)
• Wine Country Radio (Brew Ha Ha Podcast): Jessica Christensen, Mixologist at Graton Resort and Casino (05-30-24)
• I Care If You Listen: 5 Questions to Del Sol Quartet (05-29-24)
• SFGATE: Bay Area Book Festival Offers Powerhouse Writers, Thinkers On 10Th Anniversary (05-28-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: Greg Sarris on Tribal Leadership and a Sense of Belonging (05-28-24)
• The Oaklandside: What to expect at the 10th Bay Area Book Festival (05-24-24)
• Local News Matters: Bay Area Book Festival offers powerhouse writers, thinkers on 10th anniversary (05-23-24)
• The Stanford Daily: ‘Against all odds’: Sarris speaks on storytelling (05-22-24)
• Patch: Indigenous Voices – The Forgetters (05-22-24)
• KALW: Storytellers share histories in Greg Sarris’s ‘The Forgetters’ (05-21-24)
• The Almanac: The Almanac Express: Annual Horse Fair in Portola Valley celebrates town’s equestrian culture (05-21-24)
• Silicon Valley Innovation Channel DingDing TV: The California Asian American and Pacific Islander Legislative Caucus Celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (05-20-24)
• KVPR (NPR Network): Members of the UC Board of Regents sit down with pro-Palestinian protesters at UC Merced (05-16-24)
• Daily Bruin: UC Board of Regents debates controversial Thirty Meter Telescope at May meeting (05-16-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: SF Gay Men’s Chorus CRESCENDO GALA (05-15-24)
• Berkeley High Jacket: Berkeley Public Library hosts annual Bay Area Book Festival (05-15-24)
• Patch: Sonoma State University To Graduate 2,000 At 2024 Commencement (05-15-24)
• Casino Center: Meet Jessica Christensen, the mastermind behind Graton Resort & Casino’s unforgettable drink experiences (05-13-24)
• Stanford University: Native American Stories – Greg Sarris: A Reading, Conversation & Book Signing (05-07-24)
• Haute Lifestyle: Joan Baez’s Debut Poetry Collection Out Today (05-03-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: 14 California Restaurant Chains That Became an Instant Hit in Sonoma County (05-01-24)
• Berkeleyside: Bay Area Book Festival returns to Berkeley for its 10th anniversary (04-30-24)
• Native Viewpoint: Sundance Institute Announces 2024 Native Lab Fellows (04-30-24)
• Sonoma State Star: Graduating students reflect on change in presidency at SSU (04-30-24)
• Sundance Institute: Meet the 2024 Sundance Institute Directors, Screenwriters, and Native Lab Fellows (04-29-24)
• Fine Magazine: Unveiling the Charm of San Francisco: A Sophisticated Guide to Day One (04-29-24)
• Petaluma Argus-Courier: Petaluma Profile: Local filmmaker receives grant for Native American Neo Noir comedy (04-28-24)
• The Community Voice: Community engagement for everyone SSU (04-26-24)
• Inside Philanthropy: “New Urgency.” How the Sundance Institute Helps Filmmakers Navigate an Evolving Field (04-17-24)
• Writer’s Digest: Greg Sarris: On Writing About Our Connection with the Environment (04-16-24)
• New Books Network: The Forgetters (04-16-24)
• G.P. Gottlieb: NBN Podcast Episodes Hosted by G.P. Gottlieb (04-16-24)
• City Lights: Greg Sarris in Conversation with Blaise Zerega (04-15-24)
• Marin Independent Journal: Editorial: Fire HQ in San Geronimo would deliver worthwhile ending to disappointing chapter (04-13-24)
• White Mountain Independent: Artists vs. Big Oil Exhibition Brings Communities Together to Raise Millions for the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy California, Working to “Keep the Law” Protecting Neighborhoods from Toxic Drilling (04-11-24)
• Vogue: Jane Fonda Proves She’s the Ultimate Gallery Girl by Raising $10 Million in a Single Night at Gagosian Beverly Hills (04-10-24)
• Politico: This is Fonda’s fight (04-10-24)
• PR Newswire: Hotel Centro Sonoma Wine Country, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Announces Opening (04-10-24)
• The Press Democrat: Things to do in Sonoma County, April 12-21, 2024 (04-09-24)
• Local News Matters: Bay City Books: New Books from Bay Area Authors – April 2024 (04-09-24)
• Datebook: Bay Area Book Festival announces 2024 lineup (04-09-24)
• Cardplayer Lifestyle: Mixed Games Galore at 2024 RunGood Poker Series Graton Next Month (04-08-24)
• Library Journal: Winners of the British Science Fiction Association Awards | Book Pulse (04-05-24)
• Literary Hub: Lit Hub Daily: April 5, 2024 (04-05-24)
• Literary Hub: Greg Sarris on Writing to Remember Our Responsibility To Each Other (04-05-24)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Top of Your Stack: 4.4.24 (04-04-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: North Bay Business Journal names Forty Under 40 winners for 2024 (04-04-24)
• Marin Independent Journal: Marin County finalizes purchase of former San Geronimo Golf Course (04-03-24)
• SFGATE: April 2024 Author Events: Valerie Bertinelli, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Laurie R. King, Anne Lamott, Amy Tan, Amor Towles And More (04-02-24)
• Pacific Sun: The Bookstores of Marin (04-02-24)
• Indian Gaming: Graton’s Lana Rivera Honored at “Inspiring Women of San Francisco” Event (03-29-24)
• Alta: 14 New Books for April (03-29-24)
• Casino City Times: President at Graton Resort & Casino honored (03-29-24)
• The Community Voice: Sarris, Brackett to receive SSU honorary doctorates (03-29-24)
• Patch: Graton’s Lana Rivera Among 20 ‘Inspiring Women of SF’ Honored (03-28-24)
• Patch: Magical Sunrise | Inspiring Women | Secluded Cove: CA In Photos (03-28-24)
• Poker News: The Destination RunGood Convoy Rolls On Through July (03-22-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: Anne Lamott, Michael Ondaatje, Lee Herrick and Greg Sarris All Make April Appearances (03-21-24)
• Sonoma State University: Greg Sarris, Larry Brackett to receive SSU honorary doctorates (03-20-24)
• Gambling 911: Exploring Entertainment Beyond Gambling in California Casino Resorts (03-18-24)
• Bohemian: Sonoma County Gov, Graton Tribe Collab on Public Park (03-15-24)
• Sonoma County Gazette: Sonoma County sees a wave of business departures (03-15-24)
  
• Casino Center: Road Trip Adventure – Take a tour of some of the leading Tribal Casinos for the ultimate vacation destination (03-13-24)
• Casino Center: Poker pros prepare for summer showdown in Las Vegas (03-13-24)
• The Oak Leaf: Writer Greg Sarris brings back the beauty of the moment (03-12-24)
• Sonoma County Regional Parks: New gathering area breaks ground at Tolay Lake Regional Park (03-12-24)
• Cardplayer Lifestyle: RunGood Poker Series Graton 2024 Event Preview (03-11-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: Women in Power (03-06-24)
• Sonoma State University: A sacred trust: Fairfield Osborn Preserve (03-04-24)
• The Sonoma Index-Tribune: Transcendence summer season at Sonoma set (03-04-24)
• The Community Voice: Sonoma Democratic Party presents Trowbridge Lifetime Achievement Award to Greg Sarris (03-01-24)
• Yogonet Gaming News: World Series of Poker unveils 2024 Las Vegas tournament schedule (02-29-24)
• Patch: Graton’s Enchanting Dragon Float Shines In SF Parade: Photo Of The Day (02-28-24)
• Bay Area Book Festival: 2024 Bay Area Book Festival Sneak Peek (02-28-24)
• Local News Matters: March 2024 Bay Area author events: New books from Cara Black, Chelsea Clinton, Angela Davis, Téa Obreht and evocative memoirs from West Coast writers (02-28-24)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Sonoma Democratic Party Presents Trowbridge Lifetime Achievement Award to Greg Sarris (02-28-24)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino’s Enchanting Dragon Float Shines in San Francisco’s Annual Chinese New Year Parade (02-27-24)
• Los Angeles Times: Meet some of the biggest donors shaping California’s U.S. Senate race (02-27-24)
• Datebook: Review: Tommy Orange widens scope of Native American history and trauma in searing sequel (02-26-24)
• SFIST: Photos: SF’s Chinese New Year Parade Celebrates the Year of the Dragon (02-26-24)
• Petaluma Argus Courier: Transcendence Theatre Company finds new performance venue at Sonoma’s Field of Dreams (02-22-24)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Top of Your Stack: 2.22.24 (02-22-24)
• Poker.org: WSOP 2024 schedule revealed, all-new $5k Champions Reunion kicks 55th series off (02-22-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: Angela Davis, Tommy Orange, Kara Swisher, Joyce Carol Oates: Big-Name Authors Talk Shop This Month (02-21-24)
• GGB News: Siva Delivers State of the California Indian Gaming Nations (02-22-24)
• North Bay Business Journal: Operators of Sonoma County’s Graton casino add tribal executive director (02-20-24)
• Play USA: Caesars Releases Full 2024 WSOP Daily Event Schedule (02-19-24)
• San Francisco Examiner: Could San Francisco’s public-private partnerships solve its biggest issues? (02-18-24)
• LodiNews.com: Candidates have both raised over $100,000 in Senate race (02-17-24)
• The Merced Focus: What does Gov. Newsom’s homeless ballot initiative mean for the Central Valley? What to know about Prop. 1 (02-16-24)
• WSOP.com: WORLD SERIES OF POKER REVEALS FULL 2024 WSOP DAILY EVENT SCHEDULE (02-14-24)
• Chilled Magazine: Toast To Love With These 8 Valentine’s Day Cocktails! (02-14-24)
• FoodBeast: 8 Valentine’s Day Cocktails To Sip With Your Boo (02-14-24)
• The Press Democrat: New Highway 37 planning structure elevates focus on environment, San Pablo Baylands (02-14-24)
• Los Angeles Daily News: Susan Shelley: Proposition 1 is an expensive scam that must be rejected on March 5 (02-10-24)
• Pechanga: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Names Alva V. Johnson Executive Director of Tribal Administration (02-10-24)
• La Prensa Sonoma: Photo Gallery: 11 New Sonoma County Restaurants You Should Try (02-09-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: 11 Brand New Sonoma County Restaurants You Gotta Try (02-08-24)
• The Press Democrat: Transcendence Theatre Company looks to Sonoma Plaza for 2024 shows amid limbo over return to Jack London State Historic Park (02-06-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: Local Hotels Named Among ‘Best in the USA’ by U.S. News & World Report (02-01-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: 11 Brand New Sonoma County Restaurants You Gotta Try (02-01-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: The Best Special Occasion Restaurants in Sonoma County (02-01-24)
• Sonoma Magazine: The Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma County (02-01-24)
• Bohemian: Here They Are: Air Supply still rocking (01-31-24)
• Pechanga.net: Sundance Institute Announces 2024 Merata Mita Fellow and Inaugural Graton Fellow (01-24-24)
• Indian Gaming: Two Native Filmmakers Receive Sundance Institute Fellowships, Announced at Annual Festival (01-23-24)
• Tribal Gaming & Hospitality: Sundance Institute Announces 2024 Merata Mita Fellow and Inaugural Graton Fellow Libby Hakaraia and Tazbah Rose Chavez to Be Honored at Native Forum Celebration During the 2024 Sundance Film Festival (01-22-24)
• British Cinematographer: Libby Hakaraia and Tazbah Rose Chavez to receive Sundance Fellowships for Indigenous filmmakers (01-22-24)
• Broadway World: Sundance Institute Reveals 2024 Merata Mita Fellow and Inaugural Graton Fellow (01-21-24)
• NetWorthy Newz: Sundance: Libby Hakaraia and Tazbah Rose Chavez Revealed as Fellowship Recipients for 2024 (01-21-24)
• The Hollywood Reporter: Sundance: Libby Hakaraia and Tazbah Rose Chavez Revealed as Fellowship Recipients for 2024 (01-20-24)
• Yahoo! Entertainment: Sundance: Libby Hakaraia and Tazbah Rose Chavez Revealed as Fellowship Recipients for 2024 (01-20-24)
• The Times Of Update: Sundance Institute honors Libby Hakaraia and Tazbah Rose Chavez with scholarships. (01-20-24)
• Patch: Opening Celebration Held At Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria Learning Center At Sonoma State (01-19-24)
• News from Native California: Meet Leah Mata-Fragua (01-18-24)
• Sonoma State University: Opening celebration at Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Learning Center at Sonoma State (01-18-24)
• Pechanga.net: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria and Sonoma State University Celebrate Opening of Refurbished Center at SSU’s Osborn Preserve (01-18-24)
• Tribal Gaming & Hospitality: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria and Sonoma State University Celebrate Opening of Refurbished Center at SSU’s Osborn Preserve (01-17-24)
• The Press Democrat: Refurbished center at SSU’s Osborn Preserve start of partnership with Federated Indians of the Graton Rancheria (01-17-24)
• Casino.org: California Sports Betting Shows Progress, Says Analyst (01-08-24)
• Casino City Times: Top 10 land-based jackpot wins of 2023 (01-08-24)
• Sonoma County Gazette: Rohnert Park races into 2024 with community pride, virtual cookbook (01-04-24)
• North Bay Biz: Wine flight: Meyye brand honors birds and indigenous peoples (01-04-24)
• Nob Hill Gazette: The Nob Hill Gazette Turns 45! (01-02-24)

2023

• Poker.org: The biggest poker stories of a record-breaking 2023 (12-31-23)
• Global Gaming Business Magazine: Writing the Perfect Story (12-22-23)
• Pokernews: Daniel Lowery Caps Off Career Year With WPT Seniors Win Just Weeks After His 50th (12-22-23)
• Patch: Sonoma State University: Hoping To Make ‘Never Again’ More Than A Slogan (12-06-23)
• The Sonoma Index-Tribune: A history of Tolay Lake, a medicinal center in pre-colonial California (12-06-23)
• North Bay Biz: Tourism Economics and the North Bay (12-04-23)
• Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation: APEC Advances Indigenous Peoples’ Economic Priorities through Trade (12-01-23)
• ForeignAffairs co nz: MIL-OSI Economics: APEC Advances Indigenous Peoples’ Economic Priorities through Trade San Francisco, The United States | 01 December 2023 2023 APEC Ministerial Meeting (12-01-23)
• The Community Voice: Graton Resort & Casino Donates 200+ Turkeys/Hams to Redwood Empire Food Bank (12-01-23)
• Alta Online: Alta Live: Place and Purpose’s Greg Sarris and Obi Kaufmann (11-29-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: 2023 Human Resources Professionals Awards Winner (11-27-23)
• BNN: Guy Fieri’s Charity Dinner Raises $1.5 Million; Culinary World Mourns Loss of Russell Norman (11-26-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: A winning bet: Graton Resort and Casino celebrates decade in business (11-22-23)
• Global Gaming News: Graton Resort & Casino Observes First 10 Years (11-18-23)
• The Press Democrat: Caltrans completes $77 million Highway 1 reroute along Sonoma Coast (11-16-23)
• San Francisco Examiner: Newsom-led Biden-Harris event in SF raises more than $3M (11-15-23)
• Loop Your News Now: Tai advocates for indigenous voices at APEC (11-15-23)
• The San Francisco Standard: Mayor Breed Throws Lavish Party at City Hall To Kick Off APEC (11-13-23)
• Petaluma Argus-Courier: Widening the path of knowledge (11-13-23)
• Petaluma Argus-Courier: A brief history of Petaluma’s first people (11-13-23)
• NBC Bay Area: APEC parties welcome global leaders in business, policy to San Francisco (11-12-23)
• Pechanga.net: Graton Resort & Casino Marks 10-Year Anniversary (11-12-23)
• Patch: Graton Resort & Casino Marks 10-Year Anniversary (11-10-23)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Celebrates 10th Anniversary (11-10-23)
• The Community Voice: What to do this week (11-10-23)
• Yahoo Finance:Graton Resort & Casino Celebrates 10th Anniversary (11-09-23)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Celebrates 10th Anniversary (11-09-23)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Secretary Haaland Completes 12th and Final Stop on “The Road to Healing” (11-06-23)
• Cal Matters: 10 California congressional races could tip the 2024 balance (11-02-23)
• Patch: Guy Fieri, Celebrity Chefs Raise Over $1.5M For Maui Recovery, Relief (10-31-23)
• US Gambling Sites: Anne Bui Wins $87,425 at the RGPS Graton Main Event (10-31-23)
• PokerNews: 2023 RGPS Graton Casino (10-30-23)
• San Francisco Examiner: APEC is San Francisco’s Pan-Pacific moment. Is it ready for the spotlight? (10-27-23)
• HRO Today: Amy Ellis Promoted to CHRO of Graton Resort & Casino (10-27-23)
• The Community Voice: Graton Resort & Casino sponsors Guy Fieri Foundation’s Chefs for Maui fundraiser (10-27-23)
• Pechanga.net: Mayor Breed recognizes Graton Resort & Casino as premier sponsor of APEC leaders’ conference in SF (10-27-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: Photos: Diversity in Business Awards event in Santa Rosa (10-26-23)
• World Nation News: New UC-backed research is helping California communities respond to the climate crisis (10-24-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Amy Ellis promoted to executive team at Graton Resort & Casino (10-23-23)
• Indian Gaming: Amy Ellis Promoted to Chief HR Officer at Graton Resort & Casino (10-23-23)
• Local News Matters: Review: Actors soar in Word for Word’s Santa Rosa-set ‘Citizen’ (10-23-23)
• Nation World News: New UC-backed research is helping California communities respond to the climate crisis (10-23-23)
• The Press Democrat: ‘A great day under the oaks again’: SRJC to hold Indigenous Peoples Day gathering (10-07-23)
• Bloomberg: San Francisco Gets APEC Cash From Billionaires and Indian Tribe (10-06-23)
• The Press Democrat: Save the Redwoods League secures purchase of 2,000-year-old Clar Tree, nearly 400 acres of Russian River Redwoods (10-03-23)
• Wine Country This Month: Don Eats! Late Nights (09-27-23)
• Sonoma Magazine: The Best Italian Restaurants in Sonoma County (09-25-23)
• Diablo Magazine: East Bay Podcasts: Stream these locally inspired programs on your laptop or phone. (09-22-23)
• Stateline: In new collaborations, tribes become stewards of parks and monuments (09-22-23)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Ethnic Gold: Exploring San Francisco’s Multicultural Culinary Treasures (09-21-23)
• YouTube: KRON 4 TV: Autumn Moon Festival in SF returns Sept. 23 (09-21-23)
• The Oaklandside: Flavorful festivities: Everett and Jones Barbeque celebrates 50 years of serving the East Bay (09-18-23)
• Card Player: RunGood Poker Series Returns To Graton Resort & Casino In October (09-18-23)
• KRON 4 TV: Autumn Moon Festival in SF returns Sept. 23 (09-16-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Graton Resort and Casino names chief marketing officer (09-08-23)
• The Playlist: ‘Joan Baez I Am A Noise’ Trailer: A Folk Icon Finally Gets Her Proper Due (09-08-23)
• East Portland Blog: Joan Baez I Am A Noise — Official Trailer Out Now (09-07-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: Sonoma County’s Graton Resort and Casino names chief marketing officer (09-07-23)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Promotes Mario Maesano to CMO (09-07-23)
• OnlinePoker.net: WSOP Circuit schedule released (09-07-23)
• Patch: Graton Resort & Casino Promotes Mario Maesano To CMO (09-06-23)
• Datebook: Bay Area theater in fall 2023: Classics, California and category-defying (09-06-23)
• The Press Democrat: Local officials call for union support at Santa Rosa Labor Day breakfast (09-05-23)
• News from Native California: It’s been over 30 years, why are California state universities still not in compliance with NAGPRA? (09-04-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: Discover why these 105 North Bay companies are Best Places to Work in 2023 (09-01-23)
• The Press Democrat: Native leaders pressure CSUs (08-30-23)
• Marin Independent Journal: Park seeks comments on Marin elk preserve fence plan (08-29-23)
• Poker Guru: Michael Persky Triumphs in Inaugural WSOP Circuit Graton Casino Main Event ($175, 595) (08-25-23)
• Broadway World: West Coast Premiere of Nollywood Dreams to be Presented at San Francisco Playhouse (08-24-23)
• iGaming.org: Michael Persky Wins $175,595 at Graton Casino & Resort’s World Series of Poker Circuit Main Event (08-24-23)
• Chat Sports: Michael Persky Wins Inaugural WSOP Circuit Graton Main Event ($175,595) (08-23-23)
• Card Player: Michael Persky Wins World Series of Poker Circuit Main Event At Graton Tour Stop (08-23-23)
• Sonoma Magazine: 17 Favorite Restaurants That Are Open Late in Sonoma County (08-22-23)
• 4Flush: Allen Kessler Wins His Fourth World Series of Poker Circuit (08-21-23)
• Chat Sports: Allen Kessler Wins 4th WSOPC Ring; Daniel Lowery Claims 14th (08-20-23)
• Poker News: Allen Kessler Wins 4th WSOPC Ring; Daniel Lowery Claims 14th (08-19-23)
• Card Player: Ari Engel Wins 15th WSOP Circuit Ring, Joins Maurice Hawkins In Tie Atop Titles Leaderboard (08-18-23)
• PokerFirma.com: WSOP Circuit: Ari Engel Sets a Record with Back-to-Back Win (08-18-23)
• Poker.org: Stop press: Ari Engel now has 15 WSOP Circuit rings (08-18-23)
• Poker Guru: 3-Bet: Ari Engel clinches in 14th WSOP Circuit Ring, Micheal Giaedina & Bradley Bragg wins event in Card Player Poker Tour bestbet Jacksonville (08-17-23)
• Poker.org: Ari Engel wins career WSOP Circuit ring #14 in Graton H.O.R.S.E. tourney (08-17-23)
• WPT: Ari Engel’s Back-to-Back Wins at WSOPC Graton Ties Record 15 Rings (08-17-23)
• iGaming: Graton Casino Events (08-16-23)
• Casino City Times: Top 10 casino openings and expansions for August 2023 (08-14-23)
• GGB News: Brian Green Named COO of Graton Resort & Casino (08-13-23)
• Easy Branches: The WSOP-C kicks off at the Graton Resort & Casino (08-11-23)
• Zona de Azar USA: Brian Green Elevated to Chief Operating Officer at Graton Resort & Casino (08-10-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Brian Green promoted to COO of Graton Resort & Casino (08-09-23)
• Broadway World: Word for Word 30th Season 2023 Concludes With CITIZEN (08-09-23)
• Indian Gaming: Brian Green Promoted to COO of Graton Resort & Casino (08-09-23)
• RGT Online: Graton Casino promotes Brian Green to Chief Operating Officer (08-08-23)
• Pechanga.net: Graton Resort & Casino Promotes Brian Green to Chief Operating Officer (08-08-23)
• Focus Gaming News: Graton Resort & Casino names Brian Green as chief operating officer (08-08-23)
• Casino City Times: Graton Casino promotes Brian Green to Chief Operating Officer (08-08-23)
• Whisky Advocate: Irish Whiskey’s Versatility Shines in Cocktails (08-07-23)
• KSRO: U.S. Secretary Of The Interior Deb Haaland Visits Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria (08-07-23)
• Los Angeles Times: High hopes for an ancient redwoods Group aims to raise $6.5 million to save giant Clar Tree and young forest around it. (08-07-23)
• The Press Democrat: US Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland hears stories of Bay Area survivors of federal Indian boarding schools (08-06-23)
• The Press Democrat: Full Tilt Cocktail Competition at Graton casino out to see who’s the best mixologist in Sonoma County (08-04-23)
• Los Angeles Times: It survived ‘Stumptown.’ Now an ancient redwood may finally be protected for good (08-03-23)
• KCBS Radio: Bay Area bartenders competes in a “battle of the shakers” charity event (08-02-23)
• The Daily Californian: ‘Love Earth’: Neil Young’s fight for sustainability, future generations (08-01-23)
• Austin Daily Herald: Save the Redwoods League Secures an Opportunity to Protect 394-acre Redwood Forest in Sonoma, Including One of the County’s Tallest Trees (08-01-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Graton Resort & Casino promotes general manager to president (07-31-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: Sonoma County’s Graton Resort & Casino promotes general manager to president (07-31-23)
• The Press Democrat: Future of Santa Rosa school’s historic Indian Museum uncertain due to mold, death of caretaker (07-28-23)
• Visit California: Paddling Into the Future on the Russian River: A member of the Kashia Band guides and educates visitors about the wonders of Sonoma County waters (07-28-23)
• Pechanga.net: Graton Resort & Casino Accepting Applications for Free Dealer School (07-24-23)
• Global Gaming Business Magazine: Perfect Together (07-22-23)
• Users Advice: 8 Best Casinos In California 2023: Golden State Gamble (07-21-23)
• Casino City Times: Graton Casino is accepting applications for free dealer school (07-21-23)
• San Francisco Business Times: People on the Move in San Francisco: Lana Rivera Promoted to President at Graton Resort & Casino (07-20-23)
• Gambling Insider: Lana Rivera appointed President of Graton Resort & Casino (07-19-23)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Names Lana Rivera President (07-19-23)
• Asian Journal: Graton Resort & Casino Launches Mobile App For Hassle-Free Slot Play Alongside Ongoing $1B Expansion (07-19-23)
• Southern Sports Today: Graton Resort & Casino Names Lana Rivera President (07-18-23)
• The Press Democrat: Sonoma County’s best bartenders compete for title (07-18-23)
• Play USA: Graton Resort & Casino Launches New Mobile App For Cashless Gaming (07-18-23)
• NBC Bay Area: Fire crews conduct controlled burn at Tolay Lake Regional Park (07-18-23)
• Yahoo! Finance: Graton Resort & Casino Names Lana Rivera President (07-18-23)
• KSRO: Tolay Lake Regional Park Closed Today For Prescribed Burn (07-18-23)
• LAist | 89.3 FM: Newly-Appointed UC Regent, Longtime Tribal Chairman Gregory Sarris On Being A Voice For Opportunity For Native Americans In Higher Ed (07-17-23)
• Petaluma Argus Courier: Tolay Lake Regional Park set for prescribed burn Tuesday (07-17-23)
• Poker News Daily: 2023-2024 WSOP Circuit Season Begins Monday at Choctaw Durant (07-17-23)
• MSN: Barkeep reveals recipe for St. Patty’s drink for luck and lush all year round (07-17-23)
• The Community Voice: Rohnert Park adopts Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget (07-14-23)
• Broadway World: Z Space Names Vanessa Flores Chacko as Associate Artistic Director of Word For Word (07-13-23)
• Yogonet: California’s Graton Resort & Casino launches new mobile app for enhanced cashless experience (07-13-23)
• Gaming America: Graton Resort & Casino debuts cashless solutions mobile app (07-12-23)
• Patch: New Graton Resort & Casino Mobile App Has Cashless Gaming, Fast Funds (07-11-23)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino launches mobile app (07-11-23)
• SF Gate: Former Sonoma State Professor Appointed To Uc Board Of Regents (07-11-23)
• The Daily Californian: UC announces 2 new regents: Nancy Lee and Gregory Sarris (07-11-23)
• University of California: UC Board of Regents chair, UC president welcome new appointees to Board of Regents (07-10-23)
• London TV: Brief Analysis of IGT Slots Provider: Best Free IGT Slot Games For Newbies (07-10-23)
• YouTube: Full Tilt Cocktail Competition with Charbay Distillery & Fords Gin (07-07-23)
• Casino City Times: Marker Trax brings cashless credit to Northern California’s Graton Casino & Resort (07-06-23)
• Hotel Executive: Resort Spa in Sonoma County: Reconnecting With Nature (07-05-23)
• UCLA Faculty Association: Two New Regents Appointed (07-04-23)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Rancheria Chairman Greg Sarris Appointed to UC Board of Regents (07-03-23)
• The Daily Journal: Newsom appoints two UC regents, CSU trustee from San Mateo (07-03-23)
• Egreenews: Governor Newsom Announces Higher Education Appointments 6.29.23 | California Governor (07-01-23)
• Northern California Public Media: Graton Rancheria tribal chairman appointed to UC Board of Regents (06-30-23)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Governor Newsom Announces Higher Education Appointments (06-30-23)
• EdSource: Gov. Gavin Newsom appoints two UC regents, two CSU trustees (06-30-23)
• The Bay Area Reporter: Newsom appoints gay American Indian man to UC Board of Regents (06-30-23)
• The Press Democrat: Greg Sarris, chairman of Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, appointed to UC Board of Regents (06-29-23)
• East Bay Express (pg. 28): Best Casino – Graton Casino & Resort (06-28-23)
• GGB: Graton Tribe Begins $1 Billion Expansion (06-24-23)
• The Community Voice: Graton starts their expansion (06-23-23)
• The Press Democrat: Graton Rancheria helps Native American artists tell stories on their terms with $4 million gift to Sundance Institute (06-23-23)
• CDC Gaming: California: Here’s what Graton Resort and Casino will look like after its $1 billion expansion (06-22-23)
• Play CA: Graton Resort And Casino Begins Construction On $1 Billion Expansion (06-20-23)
• Hotel Dive: Bay Area resort and casino undergoes $1B expansion (06-20-23)
• Patch: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground On $1B Expansion Project (06-20-23)
• Northern California Public Media: Graton Rancheria to fund, support Native American filmmakers (06-16-23)
• The Press Democrat: Here’s what Graton Resort and Casino will look like after its $1 billion expansion(06-16-23)
• World Casino News: Graton Resort & Casino Holds A Groundbreaking Ceremony To Celebrate New $1B Expansion Project (06-16-23)
• KSRO: Graton Resort And Casino Expansion Begins (06-16-23)
• Indian Gaming: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground on $1 Billion Expansion (06-16-23) 
• The Press Democrat (YouTube): Tribal Chairman Greg Sarris arrives by grinder to the groundbreaking of casino expansion project (06-15-23)
• The Press Democrat: Ceremony marks start of $1 billion Graton Resort and Casino Expansion (06-15-23)
• Yahoo! Finance: Graton Resort & Casino Breaks Ground on $1 Billion Expansion (06-15-23)
• Indian Gaming: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Endow $4M to Sundance Institute (06-15-23)
• Native News Online: California Tribe Gifts the Sundance Institute with $4M for Indigenous Program (06-15-23)
• mxdwn.com: Sundance Institution Receives $4 Million Endowment For Indigenous Talent Programs (06-14-23)
• Variety: Outfest Announces Festival Events, Platinum Maverick and Platinum Alchemy Honorees – Film News in Brief (06-14-23)
• Screen Daily: Sundance Institute receives largest endowment gift in its history (06-14-23)
• Awards Watch: Sundance Institute Receives $4 Million Endowment Gift from Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (06-14-23)
• Deadline: Sundance Institute Lands $4M Endowment Gift From Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria In Support Of Opportunities For Indigenous California Talent (06-14-23)
• HuffPost: Sundance Institute To Expand Indigenous Program Through Largest Endowment In Its History (06-14-23)
• Visit California: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (06-14-23)
• Los Angeles Times: Sundance Institute gets $4 million to support Indigenous filmmakers (06-14-23)
• KPFA: The Herbal Highway (06-13-23)
• Gaming America: Sonoma County approves expansion of Graton Resort & Casino (06-07-23)
• The Press Democrat: Sonoma County approves new payment deal with Graton Resort and Casino tribal owners (06-06-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Sonoma County approves new payment, casino expansion deal with Graton Rancheria (06-06-23)
• The Press Democrat: ‘Who doesn’t love drag and chicken and waffles?’: Pride Month drag brunch wows Graton casino crowd (06-04-23)
• Sonoma Magazine: How to Celebrate Pride Month in Sonoma County (06-04-23)
• San Francisco Chronicle: Pride Month 2023: What to know about the S.F. parade and festivals across the Bay Area (06-04-23)
• Nob Hill Gazette: S.F. Gay Men’s Chorus Rises Up and Raises Money (06-02-23)
• Patch: ‘The Party At Graton Pool’ Summer Series To Kick Off (06-01-23)
• Casino Center: Back-to-Back Million-Dollar Winners at Graton Resort & Casino (05-16-23)
• KGO (ABC7): Shamar Cotton, Manager of Everett and Jones’ Graton Resort & Casino location (05-12-23)
• The Alcohol Professor: From Behind the Bar with Jessica Christensen, Graton Resort & Casino (05-11-23)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino opens its pool (05-08-23)
• San Francisco Bay Times: Sister Dana sez, “MOTHER’S DAY is happening on MAY 14…” (05-04-23)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort & Casino crowns two millionaires (04-26-23)
• Yogonet: IGT’s Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks slots award two massive jackpots totalling $4.5M+ in March (04-25-23)
• North Bay Business Journal: Amal Munayer named among North Bay Forty Under 40 (04-24-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: IGT Wheel of Fortune and Megabucks slots award momentous March jackpots (04-24-23)
• Literary Hub: A Woman Meets an Owl, a Rattlesnake, and a Hummingbird: a Short Story by Greg Sarris (04-17-23)
• Emergence Magazine: A Woman Meets an Owl, a Rattlesnake, and a Hummingbird (04-12-23)
• TechiAzi: Gaming Americas Weekly Roundup – March 27-April 2 (04-04-23)
• Play CA: Yaamava’ Resort & Casino Tops Largest California Casinos List: March 2023 (04-03-23)
• Play USA: CA Tribes Respond To DraftKings Retreat On ’24 California Sports Betting (03-29-23)
• Sports Handle: California Tribal Leaders: We Have Support And 2024 Initiative Not Out Of The Question (03-29-23)
• Gaming Americas: IGT Signs Multi-year Agreement with Graton Resort & Casino (03-21-23)
• Wonderlust: How I Make That Drink (And Why It’s So Good) (03-15-23)
• Casino.org: Jackpot: Slots Player Wins $3.3M at California’s Graton Casino (03-08-23)
• Casino City Times: $3.3 million jackpot winner at Graton Casino in California (03-08-23)
• Patch: Lucky Player Wins $3.3M On Graton Resort & Casino Slot Machine (03-07-23)
• Visit California: Entertainment Venues at California’s Casino Resorts
• Patch: Free Bartender School: Graton Resort And Casino Accepting Applications (02-23-23)
• BARTENDER February 2023 Signature Cocktails (02-22-23)
• The Mercury News: 60 Black-owned Bay Area restaurants, bakeries, coffeehouses, caterers and wineries (02-20-23)
• Broadway World: San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus Presents 17th Annual CRESCENDO Benefit, Saturday, April 22 (02-16-23)
• Focus Gaming News: California’s Graton Casino updates rewards programme (02-14-23)
• CDC Gaming Reports: California: Graton Resort & Casino introduces updated rewards program (02-13-23)
• Yahoo!: Graton Resort & Casino Launches Reimagined Rewards Program (02-13-23)
• LA Story: Graton Resort Shares 4 Cocktail Recipes for LVII Super Bowl!
• Audacy: Take Sunday’s Tailgate to The Next Level (02-10-23)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Greg Sarris Elected Board Chair, Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (02-08-23)
• Original Pechanga Blog: Greg Sarris Elected Chair of Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (02-03-23)
• Sonoma Magazine: Best Pizza in Sonoma County: 24 Favorite Restaurants for Tasty Pies 
• Sonoma Magazine: Where to Get the Best Steak in Sonoma County
• Sonoma Magazine: 25 Sonoma County Hotels Named Among Best in the US
• Broken Palate: Winter Doldrums? You Need a Nightcap (01-26-23)
• National Park Service: National Park Service announces $85.15 million in Historic Preservation Fund grants to states and Tribes (01-24-23)
• Forbes: 21 Hot Cocktail Recipes To Keep You Warm All Winter Long (01-23-23)
• Sonoma Sun Valley: Exploring the Casinos of Sonoma and Sonoma County (01-19-23)
• Spas of America: The Top 100 USA Spas 2022 (01-11-23)
• International Luxury Hotel Association: Spas of America Announces The Top 100 Spa & Wellness Experiences of 2022 (01-06-23)

2022

KGO: Everett and Jones Opens at Graton Resort and Casino (7-7-22)

• Hotel Bars, Restaurants Spice Up Thanksgiving With Unique Dishes and Cocktails (11-23-22)
• The Beer Connoisseur: Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned Cocktail Recipe (11-15-22)
• Los Angeles Times: California’s natural history and future in “Place and Purpose” with Greg Sarris and Obi Kaufmann (9-29-22)
• Sonoma Magazine: Sept/Oct issue featuring Everett & Jones
• KALW: Greg Sarris essay collection is about what it means to be connected to one’s home (9-6-22)
• Philanthropy News Digest: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria donate $3.5 million for library (9-6-22)
• Press Democrat: In time for Labor Day, North Bay workers, union ramp up organizing efforts coming out of pandemic (9-4-22)
• Global Gaming Business Magazine: Graton’s Lana Rivera featured in “5 Women Who Shine” (8-26-22)
• KGO: Should sports betting be legalized in CA? Gov. Newsom, Graton Casino, Bay Area groups weigh-in (8-25-22)
• Sonoma State University: Dr. Greg Sarris Receives Top Academic Honor at Sonoma State (8-12-22)
  
• American Spa: A Look at The Spa at Graton Resort & Casino’s CBD Treatments (8-1-22)
• Press Democrat: Graton Rancheria donates $4.2 million to UCLA Law, endowing 2 faculty chairs (7-25-22)
  
• San Francisco Bay Times: Bits and Bites (7-14-22)
• Department of Energy: Solar Array Reflects Restored Tribe’s Path to a Brighter Future for All (7-12-22)
• KSRO Radio: Barbecue, Taco Festival, Hamburgers (7-2-22)
• Press Democrat: Eagerly awaited Everett & Jones opens at Graton Casino in Rohnert Park (7-1-22)
  
• Bay Nature: Bay Nature Summer 2022 Editor’s Letter: Summer Reading (6-22-22)
• Chronicle of Philanthropy: Race on Campus: Colleges Are Waiving Tuition for Native Students. Is Your Institution Next?(6-21-22)
• Sonoma Magazine: How to Celebrate Pride Month in Sonoma County (5-19-22)
• ABA Journal: Starting this fall, many Native American students won’t be charged tuition at University of California law schools (5-19-22)
• North Bay Business Journal: Everett & Jones barbecue to open first North Bay location in Rohnert Park (5-19-22)
  
• Press Democrat: Everett & Jones barbecue to open first North Bay location in Rohnert Park (5-19-22)
• KTVU: Iconic Oakland Everett & Jones BBQ expands to North Bay for the first time (5-18-22)
• San Francisco Chronicle: Beloved East Bay barbecue restaurant Everett & Jones to open first North Bay location (5-17-22)
• Mercury News: Oakland’s Everett and Jones bringing their barbecue to the North Bay for the first time (5-17-22)
• Arkansas Democrat Gazette: Indigenous novel merits rediscovery (5-8-22)
• GGB News: Small Nuggets of News- Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (5-7-22)
• Bradenton Herald: More Native American students to get free tuition at California universities after donation (5-5-22)
• Lost Coast Outpost: North Coast Tribes to Receive $1M in Historic Preservation Grants, Huffman Announces (5-9-22)
• Times Standard: Huffman announces over $1M in historic preservation funding for 17 North Coast tribes (5-9-22)
• Arkansas Democrat Gazette: OPINION | ON BOOKS: Indigenous novel merits rediscovery (5-8-22)
• Global Gaming Business News: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Scholarship Fund will provide tuition and fees for California Native Americans from non-federally recognized tribes (5-7-22)
• Bradenton Herald: More Native American students to get free tuition at California universities after donation (5-5-22) 
• Indian Country Today: California universities, tribe make tuition free for many Indigenous students (4-29-22)
• Indian Gaming: FIGR Creates $2.5M Fund for University of California Native American Students (4-29-22)
• Insider Voice: University of California to offer free tuition for Native American students (4-28-22)
• The Center Square: UC system to waive $2.4 million in tuition, fees for many Native American students (4-28-22)
• The Daily Californian: ‘Long overdue’: UC to waive tuition for Native American students (4-28-22)
• Daily Kos: ‘Well, hallelujah’: University of California to offer free tuition for Native American students (4-28-22)
• Sacramento Bee: More Native American students to get free tuition at California universities after donation  (4-28-22)
• Los Angeles Times: UC to pay full tuition for Native American students from federally recognized tribes (4-27-22)
• KCBS: UC President announces free tuition for Native American students (4-27-22)
• Chronicle of Higher Education: Native American Students Can Now Attend U. of California Tuition-Free (4-27-22)
• News AKMI: Native American Students Can Now Attend U. of California Tuition-Free (4-27-22)
• San Francisco Chronicle: UC will offer free tuition to Native American students. But not all are included (4-26-22)
• North Bay Business Journal: How California North Coast casino owners up the ante in search for new workers (4-21-22)
  
• North Bay Business Journal: Beverage executive at Sonoma County’s Graton Resort & Casino wins North Bay Forty Under 40 award (4-19-22)
• Los Angeles Times: Op-Ed: How a national park can honor Coast Miwok ancestors and their living descendants (4-18-22)
• Washington Post: Transcript: Race in America: Giving Voice with Greg Sarris (4-14-22)
• Indian Country Today: Greg Sarris’ Becoming Story Trailer included in “Dr. Siobhan Wescott: ‘Sorting out the pandemic'” (4-5-22)
• Norcal Public Media: A proposed Native American-owned casino just south of Windsor is running into official opposition. (4-4-22)
• Press Democrat: Sonoma County Board of Supervisors to vote on resolution opposing Koi Nation’s casino (4-4-22)
• Marin Independent Journal: Greg Sarris discusses ‘Becoming Story’ among this week’s author talks (4-2-22)
• KRON: A Conversation with Renowned Author Greg Sarris (3-30-22)
• Northern California Public Media: Graton Chairman details tribal relationship with controlled fire (3-24-22)
• Global Gaming Business: Graton Resort & Casino featured in “No ‘Great Resignation’ at California Tribal Casino” (3-23-22)
• KCRW: Chairman Greg Sarris on the reincarnation of the American Indian (3-4-22)
• Augusta Magazine: Graton’s SuperBowl cocktail featured in “Celebrate the Big Game with these Super Bowl Cocktail Recipes” (2-11-22)
• Patch.com: LionDanceMe performs at Graton Resort & Casino to celebrate Lunar New Year (2-10-22)
• CalMatters: Greg Sarris featured in “Online gambling measure would hurt Indian tribes” (2-7-22)
• “Augusta Magazine: Graton’s Valentines Day cocktails featured in “14 Valentine’s Day Cocktails to Make Your Day More Memorable” (2-4-22)
• Healdsburg Living: Graton makes donation to Redwood Empire Food Bank (February 2022 issue)

2021

• Brownie Bites Blog: Graton’s Blood Orange Cosmos (12-28-21)
• Fabulous California: Fabulous People: William Becker (12-14-21)
• Patch.com: Graton Donates Over 1,000 Meals To Redwood Empire Food Bank (11-23-21)
• Smithsonian: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Donate $1.5 Million to the National Native American Veterans Memorial (11-10-21)
• New York Times: Graton mentioned in “He Unleashed a California Massacre. Should This School Be Named for Him?” for donating proceeds to fund efforts at the Smithsonian (10-27-21)
• North Bay Business Journal: Sonoma County’s Graton Resort & Casino names VP for food, beverage (10-19-21)
• Foodservice: Becker Becomes VP of F&B for Grafton Resort and Casino (10-15-21)
• Hospitality.net: William Becker Named Vice President of Food & Beverage at Graton Casino & Resort (10-15-21)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort and Casino names William Becker VP of Food and Beverage (10-13-21)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton Resort & Casino Names Industry Veteran William Becker Vice President of Food and Beverage (10-13-21)
• UCLA News: Graton makes the largest donation ever by a tribe to a law school (10-5-21)
• Point Reyes Light: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria fund elk troughs and mineral licks (9-29-21)
• Marin IJ: Graton mentioned in “North Bay tribe proposes $600M casino project” (9-19-21)
• Press Democrat: Graton mentioned in “Windsor casino deserves a fair and open hearing” (9-19-21)
• Press Democrat: Long battle has begun for Koi Nation’s casino project near Windsor (9-18-21)
• Press Democrat: The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria oppose Koi Nation’s application to build a casino (9-18-21)
• San Francisco Chronicle: Graton included in “No smoking inside a casino? Koi Nation’s plans in Wine Country are part of a wider trend” (9-18-21)
• San Francisco Chronicle: Greg Sarris quoted in “Koi Nation tribe’s plan to build Sonoma County casino sees pushback from rival tribal gaming operation” (9-17-21)
• KPIX: Graton mentioned in “Plans For Koi Nation Casino On Sonoma County Farmland Stuns Neighbors In Nearby Windsor (9-16-21)
• Smithsonian: Greg Sarris mentioned “Smithsonian To Host the Virtual Symposium “The Other Slavery” Sept. 24–27” (9-9-21)
• Los Angeles Review of Books: Greg Sarris’ book, “Watermelon Nights,” receives a stellar review (8-22-21)
• The Sacramento Bee: The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria featured in “Tribes, National Park Service agree to co-management plan for Point Reyes seashore” (8-13-21)
• The Community Voice: The City of Rohnert opens a new fire station thanks to a donation from the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (8-6-21)
• The Community Voice: The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria donates to City of Rohnert Park for new fire station (8-6-21)
• Point Reyes Light: The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria mentioned in “Calling the question on Kule Loklo” (8-4-21)
• The Marin Independent Journal: The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria commit to rebuilding damaged roundhouse (7-31-21)
• Asian Journal: Graton Resort & Casino Awarded Coveted AAA Four Diamond Rating (7-2-21)
• Fodor’s Travel: How Will Hotels Ensure Unvaccinated Guests Remain Masked? (6-25-21)
• Point Reyes Light: Graton mentioned in “Tribal council seeks protection for Miwok sites” (6-23-21)
• North Bay Business Journal: Chairman Greg Sarris wins Pride Business Leadership award (6-21-21)
• Point Reyes Light: Chairman Greg Sarris discusses the importance of preservation of the Tule Elk (6-16-21)
• Casino.org: Graton receives the coveted Four Diamond rating from AAA (6-15-21)
• Tribal Gaming and Hospitality: Graton earns Four Diamond rating from AAA (6-8-21)
• Casino City Times: Graton Resort and Casino awarded AAA Four Diamond Rating (6-8-21)
• Argus-Courier: Ways to celebrate Pride Month 2021 in Sonoma (includes Graton) (6-8-21)
• MSN.com: Fun Things To Do in Sonoma (including Graton) (6-4-21)
• Business Insider: Graton featured in “9 Places To Celebrate Pride” (6-3-21)
• SF Chronicle: Graton and Chairman Sarris featured in “Sports Betting Ignites Battle” (5-31-21)
• North Bay Business Journal: Graton featured as sponsor of Sonoma County Pride Event (5-26-21)
• Bohemian: Graton sponsors re-imagined Sonoma County Pride (5-3-21)
• Casino.org: Graton may offer sports betting (5-22-21)
• Trip 101: 10 Best Things To Do In Rohnert Park features Graton Resort & Casino (5-21-21)
• iGamingBusiness: Graton discusses casino gaming during COVID (4-21-21)
• Patch: Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Tribal Council members break ground at new farm site (4-7-21) 
• SF Chronicle: Graton raised wages during the pandemic. Will more companies follow? (3-29-21)
• Press Democrat: Graton increases pay for all employees (3-3-21)
• Casino News: Graton raises minimum wage for workers (3-3-21)
• RedLake Nation News: Greg Sarris Named Vice Chair of Board of Trustees for Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (2-23-21)
• Berkeley News: Graton mentioned in “Indigenous Archeology Plows Forward” (2-4-21)
• San Francisco Chronicle features Greg Sarris’ work, “Citizen” (1-11-21)
• Point Reyes Light: Supervisors hold panel on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard renaming quotes Graton’s Lorelle Ross (1-27-21)
• BBC Radio: “Native American Tribes Threatened By Online Sports Betting” features Graton (5-5-21)
• Yahoo! News: How the pandemic impacted workers’ wages (features Graton’s wage increase) (4-9-21)
• NBC Nightly News (National) features Graton’s employee raise as one of the highest in the country (4-9-21)
• MSN.com: Graton raises minimum wage for employees (3-29-21)
• KRON TV: Graton supports Sonoma migrant families (3-29-21)
• KCBS Radio: FIGR Chairman Sarris comments on Deb Haaland’s appointment as Secretary of the Department of Interior (3-21-21)
• KCBS Radio: Graton raises minimum wage (3-7-21)
• KQED Radio – Forum: Graton raises minimum wage (3-8-21)
• NPR All Things Considered: Graton raises minimum wage (3-7-21)
• KRON TV: Graton raises minimum wage (3-3-21)
• KQED features Greg Sarris’ “Citizen,” performed as part of “Word for Word.” (1-26-21)

Past Broadcast Coverage

2020

• Activists Call For Better Understanding of History as Statues and Monuments Come Down – KQED Radio “Forum”
• Graton Resort & Casino to Reopen Thursday – KTVU (FOX San Francisco)
• Graton closes amid coronavirus concerns – KTVU (FOX San Francisco)
• “Connect the Bay 2020” – Northern California Public Media
• North Bay Voters To Determine SMART Train Funding Ballot Measure I – KPIX-TV (CBS San Francisco)

2019

• Large Turnout At ‘Sonoma Ready Day’ As Residents Seek To Prepare For Fire Season – KPIX (CBS San Francisco)
• Graton Casino sends message to immigrant community: ‘You are safe from ICE’ – KGO (ABC San Francisco)
• Sonoma Co. Sheriff appears at Latino event to affirm non-cooperation with ICE – KTVU (Fox San Francisco)
• Sheriff’s immigration message at Graton Resort’s Latin dance event – KTVU (Fox San Francisco)
• Sonoma Sheriff Looks To Reassure Immigrants, Affirm Non-Cooperation With ICE – KPIX (CBS San Francisco)
• Sonoma County Sheriff says he doesn’t cooperate with ICE – Telemundo 

Past Print and Online Coverage

2020

• Native America Calling: Interview with Graton Chairman Greg Sarris on the state of Indian gaming during COVID (12-16-20)
• Pacific Sun: Apocalypse Cow quotes Graton Chairman Greg Sarris (12-9-20)
• Chronicle of Philanthropy: Graton donates $ 5.67 million to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian (12-8-20)
• North Bay Business Journal – Graton’s Greg Sarris quoted in “What’s behind North Bay’s expanding ranks of the working poor” (11-30-20)
• Philanthropy News Digest highlights Graton’s grant to the Smithsonian (11-30-20)
• Casino.org: Graton donates $15 million to UCLA Law for Native American Studies (9-24-20)
• Atlas Obscura: To Protect a Recreated Native Village, California Firefighters Fought Fire With Fire (9-4-20)
• Native News Online – Graton Rancheria Donates Nearly $6 Million  to National Museum of the American Indian
• Sonoma State University – Dr. Greg Sarris Given Lifetime Achievement Award By Sonoma State University
• Chronicle of Philanthropy – Graton Rancheria’s $15 million gift to UCLA School of Law
• North Bay Business Journal – Longtime Santa Rosa official David Guhin to take leadership role with Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
• ESSENCE: Color Psychology, Anyone? Hotel Destinations Inspired By Your Favorite Color
• The Community Voice: Rohnert Park breaks ground on new fire station
• Bay Area Reporter: Online Extra: Sonoma County greenlights return of tourist lodging
• Bay Area Reporter: News briefs: Graton casino set to reopen
• Press-Democrat: Graton Resort & Casino set to reopen Thursday after three-month closure
• San Francisco Chronicle: Coronavirus: Bay Area casinos pump the brakes on reopening — for now
• The New York Times: Asserting Sovereignty, Indian Casinos Defy California’s Governor and Reopen
• Global Gaming News: California Tribes Consider Reopening Plans
• Press-Democrat: Graton Resort and Casino announces plan to close amid coronavirus outbreak
• MSN: Coronavirus Closure: Graton Resort & Casino To Pay All Employees
• The Mercury News / Bay Area News Group – Modern Bay Area casinos: Culinary escapes with luxurious spas and high-tech slots
• San Francisco Bay Times – Greg Sarris: Novelist, Screenwriter, Professor, and Indian Chief
• Santa Rosa Press-Democrat – Boathouse Asian Eatery at Graton casino in Rohnert Park shines with authentic dim sum
• Asian Journal – New dim sum menu unveiled by Graton’s Boathouse Asian Eatery
• Marin IJ – Editorial: SMART train tax – IJ recommends no vote on Measure I
• Press Democrat – Gallaher Homes executive’s donations surpass $1 million in campaign against SMART’s Measure I
• NorCal Public Media – Campaign Donations For and Against SMART Tax Measure Exceed $2 Million
• Mass Transit Mag – CA: SMART tax battle nears $2.4M in campaign donations
• Sonoma State Star – Measure I stirs SMART train controversy

2019

• Press Democrat – ‘Wheel of Fortune’ coming to Rohnert Park looking for contestants
• Press Democrat – Seeking their fortune: puzzle lovers line up for a chance to appear on ‘Wheel of Fortune’
• Press Democrat – Emergency preparedness event, alert system test set for Sonoma County
• Sonoma County Gazette – Sonoma Ready Day Event – Sept 8 Prepares Community for Disasters
• Healdsburg Patch – Emergency Preparedness Fair & Kit Giveaways: Santa Rosa
• Kenwood Press – Sonoma Ready Day
• SFGATE – Disaster Preparedness And Survival Event At County Fairgrounds On Sunday
• Press Democrat – Sonoma County’s ‘Ready Day’ provides residents tips on preparing for next natural disaster
• News of the North Bay – Thousands Snap Up Emergency Kits on Sonoma Ready Day
• The Press-Democrat – Close to Home: A new sheriff, a new direction for Sonoma County law enforcement
• Rohnert Park-Cotati Patch – Local Native American Youth Attend Unique ‘Sound In Silence’ Camp
• Sonoma County Gazette –  Sonoma Ready Day Event Prepares Community for Disasters
• Sonoma West – Sonoma Ready Day prepares community for disasters
• Sonoma Valley Patch – Sonoma County Holds First Community Evacuation Drill
• The Press Democrat – Sonoma County Sheriff speaks at Graton casino concert to reassure undocumented residents of rights
• Bohemian.com – Dances with ICE
• The Healdsburg Tribune – Sheriff speaks out on immigration
• The Healdsburg Tribune – Sheriff to speak on ICE and protecting rights
• Rohnert Park-Cotati Patch – Graton Resort & Casino celebrates team members’ citizenship
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• Sonoma Co. Gazette –  Gambling & Cannabis Saving our Budget
• SFGate – Federated Indians Of Graton Rancheria Donate $2.85M For Ssu Preserve
• Patch – Graton Rancheria Donate $2.85M For SSU Preserve In Penngrove 
• The Press Democrat – Graton Rancheria tribe will donate $2.85 million to Sonoma State University nature preserve

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