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NOTES ON THE VALLEY
Now we're cooking with gasAs I’ve gotten more into cooking over the past few years, I’ve fallen in love with gas stoves. After years of using old electric stoves I felt like my eyes were...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on Jan. 25, 2023Last comment by DKHSK, on Jan 30, 2023 at 10:40 am | 6 comments | 2732 Views
TIM TALK
Foster explains how Strategic Defense Initiative won approval in two daysJohnny Foster, the fourth director of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, has learned quite a bit during his 75 years in and about the United States’ national...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Sep. 13, 2022Last comment by Rich Buckley, on Sep 13, 2022 at 9:53 am | 2 comments | 2724 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
The rich history of Reinhardt Redwood ParkThe beautiful weather over the past week finally managed to pull me out of a cold funk. This winter was so long there were moments that I thought I would never be...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on Apr. 26, 2023There are no comments yet. 2723 Views
TIM TALK
Election thoughts as ballots hit the mailThinking about the various propositions on the November ballot, I recall the mantra from a jam-packed ballot several years ago when it was “just say no.”...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Oct. 11, 2022There are no comments yet. 2703 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
That other basketball team in northern CaliforniaThis past weekend I joined a group of friends and drove up to Sacramento to watch a Kings - Warriors game. All but two of our group were Warriors fans. I was the...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on Apr. 12, 2023There are no comments yet. 2680 Views
TIM TALK
Coming soon: a free speech coaching appThe talent and commitment of Tri-Valley high school students continues to impress me. They’re featured in the Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership’s annual...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jul. 13, 2023Last comment by Pton Resident, on Jul 17, 2023 at 10:45 am | 1 comment | 2668 Views
COUPLE'S NET
How to Do a Systems Review of Your RelationshipI’ve seen a lot of couples over the years that want to “fix” their marriage. They mostly want to continue doing exactly what they’ve been...
Original post made by Chandrama Anderson on Feb. 18, 2022There are no comments yet. 2662 Views
DOING COLLEGE
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine FAQsThere’s always lots to consider when deciding on an academic and/or career path. Here, I answer five questions about the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine pathway,...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Jul. 6, 2023There are no comments yet. 2644 Views
DOING COLLEGE
The 7 Cs of College Admissions Part 1: Competition and CompletionIn my last article, I described what in general defines a good college. In the next series of articles, I...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Dec. 16, 2022There are no comments yet. 2614 Views
DOING COLLEGE
Four College Visit Must DosThere is no better way to find out if a college is a good match for you than by scheduling a campus visit. Today’s busy families make sacrifices in time and...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Mar. 2, 2023There are no comments yet. 2609 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
The simple beauty of arranging natureAs a kid whenever I went to the library or bookstore with my mom I would always head straight to the comic section. While I was absorbed in the stories about people...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on May. 10, 2023There are no comments yet. 2604 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
Don't press your luckThis past week California lottery officials confirmed that the winning ticket for the $1 billion Powerball prize was sold in Los Angeles. In addition, three lucky...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on Jul. 26, 2023Last comment by Mike Danson, on Jul 26, 2023 at 11:58 am | 2 comments | 2601 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
A tale of sister citiesIn April, Pleasanton welcomed more than two dozen officials and community representatives from Tulancingo, Mexico. As Jeremy Walsh documented in a
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on May. 17, 2023Last comment by Carole Lee Manning, on May 18, 2023 at 10:14 am | 1 comment | 2599 Views
TIM TALK
Valley Humane Society set to open its new clinicJanuary is shaping up to be a great month for Melanie Sadek and the Valley Humane Society. After a challenging year of construction on its operating room in an...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Dec. 29, 2022There are no comments yet. 2597 Views
DOING COLLEGE
Take a Closer Look at UC-RiversideLocated in California’s Inland Empire, UC-Riverside is approximately an hour’s drive from Los Angeles and 40 minutes from Anaheim, home of Disneyland....
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Feb. 23, 2023There are no comments yet. 2587 Views
TIM TALK
Health care agencies collaborate as well as compete hereAttending Innovation Tri-Valley’s 9th annual Innovation Forum, you cannot help but be impressed by all that’s going on in health care and the life sciences...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jan. 26, 2023Last comment by Jake Waters, on Jan 26, 2023 at 11:30 am | 1 comment | 2585 Views
TIM TALK
Shining a spotlight on Tri-Valley start-upsLast week was a great one to gain further insight into the thriving Tri-Valley economy. I reported Thursday about Innovation Tri-Valley’s annual forum that...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Jan. 30, 2023Last comment by Harrison Tamaki, on Feb 1, 2023 at 7:26 am | 1 comment | 2575 Views
TIM TALK
Labor unions win big in SacramentoThe California Legislature wrapped up its two-year session a week ago and sent more than 900 bills to Gov. Gavin Newsom. Checking out the post-session news coverage,...
Original post made by Tim Hunt on Sep. 21, 2023Last comment by Rich Buckley, on Sep 28, 2023 at 7:16 am | 9 comments | 2548 Views
NOTES ON THE VALLEY
Strawberry trails foreverThe lower trailhead of the Strawberry Canyon fire trail is easy to find. The road touches the south eastern edge of the Berkeley campus and then takes you through...
Original post made by Monith Ilavarasan on May. 3, 2023There are no comments yet. 2547 Views
DOING COLLEGE
The Most Important Essay You Will Write for Your College ApplicationsAfter the personal essay is done many students think the hardest part of their application is behind them. In my view, the personal essay is the easier part. In...
Original post made by Elizabeth LaScala on Oct. 28, 2022There are no comments yet. 2538 Views
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