Despite the Wine Institute’s recent statement that no genetically modified organisms (GMOs) should be used in winemaking, the Sacramento Bee recently reported that, according to American Tartaric Products, the first wines made with a genetically modified wine yeast, ML01, will be released this year.

Two commissions in recent years have concluded that only bold policies can prevent the collapse of coastal ecosystems.

Dear editor, The majority of Americans want the war in Iraq to end.

Dear editor, Regarding Anna Abbott’s column, “Christianizing a Jewish Holiday,” (Dec. 1), this is the second time Ms. Abbott has featured the group Jews for Jesus making presentations about Judaism to local churches.

Dear editor, I, too, have dealt with the Child Support Services and the court system. In fact, for 10 years I have been trying to receive monetary help for the children.

Dear editor, As this year rolls to an end, the staff at Napa County Animal Shelter would like to wish all happy holidays and a happy new year!