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Have a drink with me: Judging PCO’s Tri-Valley Craft Cocktail Competition
“Eighteen top local mixologists put their skills to the test for hundreds of thirsty attendees and four judges, including yours truly, during the annual Craft Cocktail Competition fundraiser for Pacific Chamber Orchestra.”
Lawrence lab moves toward power upgrades on the National Ignition Facility
The National Ignition Facility at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, the only facility to achieve nuclear fusion in a lab, is moving toward a significant enhancement in its capabilities.
Take Us Along: A drink in Montréal
Our Tri-Valley Foodist Deborah Grossman relaxes with a well-made cocktail and lunch in Montréal’s Bar George.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Programs
Once you familiarize yourself with the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS) website, you will see there are many options for Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs. Here are seven factors you should consider when choosing a program…
Rep reckoning: Reflections as national scandal hits Tri-Valley with Swalwell sex abuse allegations
“I tend to think the words someone uses along the way are a signal about their true character … Maybe the writing was always on the wall that Eric Swalwell would be the author of his own political downfall.”
Thanks John Sensiba for your leadership
Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley’s leadership saluted one of its own and one of the valley’s most valuable citizens last week when the crew named its Pleasanton board room for John Sensiba.
A trip to the theater: Concerts, plays, comedy and dinosaurs for Bankhead this spring
“The excitement is building at the Bankhead Theater for its milestone 20th season arriving in August. Not to be missed in these forward-looking announcements is a crowded catalog for the heart of spring to put a bow on 2025-26 for LVA and its resident theater companies.”
Feds asking right question about return on high education investment
“There was the predictable angst with the federal Dept. of Education announcement that it would no longer fund college loans for majors that did not yield jobs that paid for the education. In other words, what’s the return on investment?”
Why oral exams matter more than ever
“Alongside widespread access to tutoring and editing support, this AI shift has led colleges to reconsider how intellectual engagement is assessed. One approach gaining traction is the oral examination, a format that evaluates how students think in real time.”
Noshing at Norm’s Place and Primos in Danville
Norm’s Place and Primos, known for good pizza and chicken wings, recently welcomed new owners.
On ‘Conversations’: Catching up with host Mel McKay and TV30 after my appearance on show
“Sharing our story is especially important now that we are a nonprofit journalism foundation. And I had a great opportunity to do just that with this month’s episode of ‘Conversations’ with Mel McKay on Tri-Valley Community Television, the local access station.”
How do heat pumps affect your utility bill?
Heat pumps mean higher electricity bills and lower gas bills. How does that net out?
Swalwell plunges from penthouse to dog house
“Eric Swalwell’s political implosion happened stunningly quick.”
Open hearts change lives: Nonprofit for food, shelter in Tri-Valley looks to build on big 2025
Coming off a 30th anniversary year in which its staff, volunteers and supporters accomplished incredible, inspirational results and milestones, Open Heart Kitchen is motivated to keep the momentum going throughout 2026.
Livermore school trustees in too big a hurry?
Given their challenges with the superintendent position, you can understand why Livermore school trustees want to get a new person in place before the new school year in July.
A better way to prevent bird collisions
Acopian BirdSavers are sparse curtains made of paracord that prevent bird collisions.
New judges appointed in Alameda, Contra Costa counties
“One addition to the Alameda County Superior Court and three new judges in Contra Costa County, plus a former local prosecutor assigned to the bench in San Francisco. Those were among the 25 judicial appointments and nominations announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom up and down the state so far this year.”
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