Apple trees blossom in an orchard along Bodega Highway, at Spring Hill School Road, west of Sebastopol on Monday, March 31, 2014. (Christopher Chung/ The Press Democrat)

From the Archives: The Battle to Save Apples in Wine Country

The area around Sebastopol was once well known for its apples, but vineyards have replaced many orchards. Farmers, cidermakers, environmentalists and chefs are now working hard to preserve the area's apple heritage.

PC: The Running Fence follows the contours of the land as it rises to cross a ridge. Photo must be credited to Wolfgang Volz, copyright Christo 1976. From a large-format color transparency lent by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. 8/26/2001: 13-B: The Running Fence follows the contours of the land as it rises to cross a ridge.

From the Archives: Memories of Christo’s Running Fence

In 1976, Christo's large-scale artwork "Running Fence" was installed over 24.5 miles of Sonoma and Marin farmland. The artist made as much of an impression on the local community as his artwork did.