National champions: Foothill civics team wins We the People competition in Washington
Foothill High School’s competitive civics team erupted in cheers of joy Sunday after they were named as this year’s We the People national champions.
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PUSD will not be laying off certain staffers after successful negotiations with classified employees union
Some of the positions that will not be laid off include social workers, district parent liaisons, child welfare and attendance specialists, elementary library media assistants, and elementary reading intervention support specialists.
Candidates line up for Congressional District 14 special election
The race is on to fill a partial term for California’s Congressional District 14, a post vacated by Eric Swalwell last week amid sexual assault allegations.
Company that dubbed itself ‘Earth friendly’ to pay over $175K to settle allegations of misleading advertising
Multiple district attorney’s offices in Northern California resolved a misleading advertising case with a company that wrongly marketed its materials as plastic-free, the Monterey County District Attorney’s Office said Monday.
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Lifestyle
Honoring Pleasanton’s 2026 Community Patriots
Three people with long records of giving back to the Pleasanton community are set to be recognized next week during a reception outside of the Museum on Main.
Tennessee Williams classic up close and personal in Tri-Valley
An intimate presentation of American playwright Tennessee Williams’ classic tale of family dynamics, “The Glass Menagerie”, is coming to the Tri-Valley in May.
New retail, dining options coming to Stoneridge Shopping Center later this year
Clothing retailer Hollister is set to open a new store inside the Stoneridge Shopping Center later this year, according to a recent press release from the Pleasanton mall that also announced two new dining spots on the horizon.
A&E
Guitar music of Latin America, Spain playing at DVFA show
The Grammy-nominated Texas Guitar Quartet is set to be in concert next weekend at the Bankhead Theater in Livermore for the final show of Del Valle Fine Arts’ 2025-26 season.
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…
Scratch the itch for stitch at AVQ’s annual Quilt Show
The beauty and bond of the blocks are the common thread for the Amador Valley Quilters and their 19th biennial Quilt Show next weekend.
Spotlight
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
Moving insurance vs. moving coverage: What California consumers need to know
Many people assume their movers provide “insurance” for household goods. In reality, most licensed movers in California are required to provide coverage, which is different from insurance and comes with important limitations.
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Electric ride: Jurisdictions grapple with how to regulate e-bikes while also still encouraging safe use
Commute. Exercise. Leisure. Electric bicycles have gained popularity in recent years for a variety of uses, including in the Tri-Valley where residents can be seen cycling across the region.
Lawsuit alleges electric vehicle to blame for crash that killed Pleasanton family of four
The parents and grandparents of a family of four who died two years ago in Pleasanton after the electric car they were driving crashed and caught on fire on Foothill Road have filed suit, alleging the company knowingly sold and…
Sports
Tri-Valley athletes to run Boston Marathon for cancer charity team
A trio of runners from the Tri-Valley are taking part in the Boston Marathon next week as part of a fundraiser benefiting cancer research.
Pleasanton Preps: Tri-Valley teams prepare for playoff push
“The postseason is not here yet, but it’s coming and it will be chaos – but wonderful, exciting chaos. EBAL excels in spring sports, and if you’re not aware, there are a lot of prep sports in the spring.”
Livermore softball dominates hometown Stampede tournament
“This week we are here to announce Livermore High went 5-0 in the tournament and won the title of the Championship flight.”
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Blueprint for Bay Area future adopted by regional agencies
MTC adopted Plan Bay Area 2050+ and certified its environmental impact report last month, giving final approval to the region’s long-range blueprint for transportation, housing, economic resiliency and environmental sustainability.
Golden Gate Fields could become huge bayfront park after agreement reached to purchase former racetrack
A plan to transform the former Alameda County horse racetrack Golden Gate Fields into an enormous community park could give a whole new meaning to the term “photo finish.”
Myth vs. reality: What’s really holding back homebuyers?
“For many renters, homeownership feels increasingly out of reach, especially in the Bay Area. New research shows the biggest barrier may not be desire, but instead misinformation.”
