Matt Villano

Healdsburg

He/him/el. Father. Writer. Anti-racist. Feminist. Decent, ethical human. Grammar nerd. Runner. #Vegas pro. Yankees fan. Only child. ENFJA. BLM. Views mine.

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I Was Nervous for My 15-Year-Old Autistic Daughter to Fly Alone for the First Time, But She Proved Me Wrong

1 week ago | afar.com | Matt Villano

We all know flying isn’t easy these days. But flying as a minor? By yourself? When you’re neurodivergent? It makes Snakes on a Plane seem like a stroll in the park. So imagine my anxiety last year when Sage, my autistic 15-year-old daughter, needed to fly by herself from school in Utah to our home in California during the holidays. Every autistic person is impacted differently by autism; Sage is no exception.
I Was Nervous for My 15-Year-Old Autistic Daughter to Fly Alone for the First Time, But She Proved Me Wrong

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Matt Villano

California drivers with disabilities may use blue envelopes for police stopsAlmost everyone gets nervous during a traffic stop, but people with disabilities also worry about whether an officer understands their condition or …
Sebastopol farm welcomes spring with new baby sheep

1 week ago | pressdemocrat.com | Matt Villano

Today, including roughly 15 newborns to date, Munchkin Meadows is home to about 55 critters: just over 40 sheep, eight alpacas and six goats. The sheep and goats are visible from Gravenstein Highway; the alpacas tend to hang out on a part of the property that is tucked behind an old house.
A Boston-based construction firm is leveraging AI to keep roughly 30,000 workers safe

1 week ago | businessinsider.com | Matt Villano

As a $2 billion construction management firm overseeing more than 150 active worksites on any given day, Shawmut Design and Construction is responsible for keeping roughly 30,000 employees, contractors, and subcontractors safe. The Boston-based firm has employed AI for about eight years, using it for data collection, risk evaluation, worker safety compliance, and more.
How Uber Freight is leveraging AI to make truck routes more efficient

2 weeks ago | businessinsider.com | Matt Villano

Moving air has become a nuisance for the trucking industry in recent years. A recent industry report estimated that at any given moment, roughly 35% of all trucks on US freeways were empty of goods. For example, a truck driver might secure a load to haul from Long Beach, California, to Chicago, but once they drop off the load, they'll head home with a trailer full of, well, nothing but air. This problem isn't just about inefficiency but also cost.
Rohnert Park woman wins gold in kayak fishing championship

2 weeks ago | pressdemocrat.com | Matt Villano

On its own, saltwater fishing off the Sonoma Coast is no joke. Ocean swell, feisty fish and manic weather can come together to challenge even the most intrepid outdoors person. And sometimes, those are the calm days. Now consider this diversion while sitting alone atop a kayak floating mere inches from the surface of the ocean, with absolutely no deckhands to help haul in a catch. Sounds daunting, right? The combination is an average Saturday for Annie Nagel.
The 11 Best Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada to Book in 2025

3 weeks ago | afar.com | Matt Villano

The Legacy Club at Circa, on the 60th floor, has views of Las Vegas. Photo by Raven Films Las Vegas has evolved beyond its Sin City reputation, and today it’s a destination that truly offers something for everyone. In other words, you don’t have to be a gambler or a “Vegas person” to have a blast. Prefer to geek out over food and drinks? The city has you covered. Enjoy live performances?
Understanding autism in women and girls

3 weeks ago | cnn.com | Matt Villano

While several behaviors have been identified as characteristics of autism, neuroscientist Gina Rippon says they are based on what autism looks like in boys. Mariakray/iStockphoto/Getty Images Get inspired by a weekly roundup on living well, made simple. Sign up for CNN’s Life, But Better newsletter for information and tools designed to improve your well-being. Autism diagnosis often misses girls, with up to 80% receiving incorrect diagnoses first, research suggests.
Santa Rosa choral director reflects on 40 years of celebrating local musicians

1 month ago | pressdemocrat.com | Matt Villano

Cantiamo Sonoma is a Sonoma County a cappella vocal ensemble comprised of 22 singers under the direction of acclaimed soprano Carol Menke. Upcoming performance: 7 p.m., on Friday, April 18 at Presbyterian Church of the Roses in Santa Rosa. Free. More information: cantiamosonoma.org In a region full of exceptional musicians and musical groups, few individuals have been more influential than Carol Menke.
Older adults find companionship in home matching

1 month ago | sfgate.com | Matt Villano

The setup benefits both men — Tom can age peacefully in his home with someone to help look after him, while Choi gets a housing situation that is comfortable and convenient and not exorbitantly expensive. “It’s mostly just keeping an ear out for any sudden noises or crashes and to ensure that Jim hasn’t fallen,” said Choi, who occupies one of the house’s four bedrooms.