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Jeanita Lyman
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About Jeanita
Jeanita Lyman is a second-generation Bay Area local who has been closely observing the changes to her home and surrounding area since childhood. Since coming aboard the Pleasanton Weekly staff in 2020, the San Ramon Valley has been her primary area of focus and coverage.In addition to regular coverage of officials and activities in Danville and San Ramon, Jeanita has gravitated towards stories surrounding education, policing, and local history. These have included coverage of turmoil resulting in the chancellor's resignation at the Contra Costa Community College District, personal accounts from the mother of Laudemer Arboleda and father of Tyrell Wilson, both victims of fatal police shootings by the same former Danville officer, and a historically accurate account of Dublin's Irish roots.
Prior to joining Embarcadero Media, Jeanita covered the Peninsula for the San Mateo Daily Journal, while studying journalism at Skyline College in San Bruno and Mills College in Oakland.
Stories by Jeanita
DeSaulnier seeks to bolster local news with recent legislation
Tri-Valley Rep. DeSaulnier introduced two pieces of federal legislation late last month aimed at bolstering local news amid ongoing social and economic threats to the industry and recognizing the role of local journalism in democracy.[Thursday, December 9, 2021]
Tri-Valley ranks high among Bay Area communities for pavement quality
In a recently released survey of pavement conditions throughout the Bay Area, the Tri-Valley cities collectively earned high marks compared to some other parts of the region, with Dublin earning the highest score locally.[Tuesday, December 7, 2021]
Tri-Valley takes to the ice
As the sounds of music, chatter and laughing children filled Dublin Iceland, members of the local Jewish community came together on Sunday to mark the in-person return of one of the Tri-Valley's popular holiday celebrations...[Thursday, December 2, 2021]
'Eye of Diablo' to be re-illuminated for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
This week, community members are set to come together for a commemorative event recognizing the 80th anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor, as well as what has come to be a symbol of resilience in the Tri-Valley.[Monday, December 6, 2021]
San Ramon: Golden Skate roller rink set to close; townhouse project eyed for site
The owner of The Golden Skate recently announced the impending closure of the longstanding roller rink in San Ramon, all while the application for a proposed 47-unit townhouse project to redevelop the property proceeds with the city.[Wednesday, November 10, 2021]
A fair in the fall
Looking ahead to the closing weekend of the Alameda County Fair's fall run, some highlights include Halloween movies and live concerts, in addition to the usual fair offerings such as carnival rides, food, vendors and exhibits.[Thursday, October 28, 2021]
Staying Healthy: Work-life harmony as a 'three-legged stool'
A study in selflessness, Reena Gupta's work has centered on helping others, and her personal life has been deeply affected by a strongly communal household and close family ties. However, Gupta does not advocate self-abdication.[Saturday, September 25, 2021]
Staying Healthy: Work-life harmony as a 'three-legged stool'
A study in selflessness, Reena Gupta's work has centered on helping others, and her personal life has been deeply affected by a strongly communal household and close family ties. However, Gupta does not advocate self-abdication.[Thursday, September 23, 2021]
Blackhawk Museum to host National Geographic photographer speaker tour
A handful of prolific photographers will make the journey to the San Ramon Valley in the coming months as part of the lineup for a touring National Geographic speaker series being hosted by the Blackhawk Museum.[Wednesday, September 15, 2021]
