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Super rushed: On PUSD’s perplexing play to not disclose popular Diolazo as next superintendent
“Pleasanton Unified has built a strong reputation in education by being more than a bare minimum district, yet it is the pass-fail grading scale they want to be measured on here.”
925 GIVES: Daylong donation drive benefits Tri-Valley nonprofits, including our own Embarcadero Media Foundation
“Today is an important 24 hours for nonprofit fundraising in the Tri-Valley. 3VCF is holding its second annual 925 GIVES campaign, which aptly falls on Sept. 25 in reference to the 925 area code that most of the eligible organizations operate out of.”
Musings, reflections and reactions about Tri-Valley community news (plus the occasional scoop) from editorial director Jeremy Walsh. Published every Thursday, What A Week covers cities, schools, special districts, counties, crime, courts, local and regional politics, nonprofits, A&E and the people who make it all happen in Pleasanton, Livermore, San Ramon, Danville, Alamo, Blackhawk, Sunol and Dublin.
105 years of service: Couple retire with enduring legacy in rural volunteer firefighting in Morgan Territory
Two of the most dedicated volunteer firefighters in the Tri-Valley are settling into a well-earned retirement.
Unifying Dublin: New Superintendent Campbell looks to rebuild community in first year after strike
It remains to be seen whether employee negotiations will dominate the headlines for DUSD in 2026-27 – which is the only year for which Campbell is currently under contract. There has certainly been a variety of news for the district since summer break…
Shows in September: Jazz, comedy, MTV original VJs, ‘Glee’ alum and more at Bankhead Theater
The momentum is building for Livermore Valley Arts’ 2026-27 entertainment season with a crowded September calendar on the heels of last weekend’s successful Opening Night at the Bankhead showcase fundraiser featuring Grammy winner Lyle Lovett in concert.
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Reading the obits (and writing one)
“I’ll always remember the image of her embracing Jerry Thorne – Tanya Ludden with a huge smile, equal parts surprise and joy – onstage after he revealed her as the recipient of his Mayor’s Award in 2016, a photo that accompanied the article written by my predecessor Jeb Bing. Less than 10 years later and…
Concert in the Park, candidate forums, 925 GIVES and more on our plate in weeks ahead
We’re getting into the community more than ever before the rest of this year – and it all starts Aug. 21 with the Concert in the Park in downtown Pleasanton.
In their element: Spotlight on student fellows at Livermore Lab Foundation 10th anniversary showcase
“While I was out of my element during many of the technical conversations that night in Livermore, the fellows seemed right at home describing their work for movers and shakers in a community whose scientific reputation is well-established…”
The Korten era: East Bay Parks hires acting general manager to permanent post
District solidifies cabinet leadership while uncertainty lingers with upcoming election, ongoing litigation with ex-GM.
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