- Posted January 23, 2026
I’m sitting down with Kim Thompson, retired CAL FIRE Battalion Chief, to talk about the 63rd Annual Forestry Crab…
Today, we’re welcoming Rosie Padilla, Associate Editor at NorthBay biz. From writing and editing to managing social media, Rosie plays a big role in keeping us all informed and inspired. Originally from Daly City, she moved to Southern California as a kid, but Northern California eventually called her back. Rosie graduated from Sonoma State in 2023, where her love for journalism truly took off – she even served as editor-in-chief of the school newspaper, The STAR.
Let’s find out what it’s like chasing stories, working in local media, and what horror novels and journalism have in common. Welcome, Rosie!