Gary Mills said one of his childhood ambitions was to become a doctor or Superman. While Mills isn’t flying around as the Man of Steel, it would seem one of his wishes came true. Today, Dr. Mills owns and runs Pacifica Pain Management Services in St. Helena.

Rick Reiger, owner of Headfeathers at 1330 Third St. (next to the Uptown), has been cutting hair in downtown Napa for 32 years. To show his appreciation for Napa's support and to welcome new clients, he is offering free haircuts to new customers (men and women) from now through February. As if this isn’t enough, he gives great haircuts. In a year that looks uncertain, what better way to start? For an appointment, call and ask for Rick at 252-6455.

Dear Len & Rosie, My father died recently and the court made me the executor of his estate. I am the last survivor of his four children. My mother died many years ago. I thought I would inherit the entire estate, after Dad’s credit cards were paid off.

Continuing its support of the local community, Sterling Vineyards has distributed $20,000 from its Stars & Vines Fund with the Napa Valley Community Foundation.