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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.”
Who is the Independent’s ‘Community Coalition’?
Something called the “Community Coalition” has emerged with a website and a competing plan that it claims is better. What’s strange, even by The Independent’s “standards”, is no member of the coalition is identified. It’s an anonymous group.
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.”
Tense contract renewal negotiations continue between county and fair board
The contract is set to renew Sept. 30 and it’s up to the supervisors to decide whether they want to modify the contract as part of the five-year extension. A county lawyer told them it was their option to tie the renewal and contract changes together, but they could proceed with changes apart from the…
College Profile: University of Tennessee-Knoxville (UTK)
Admissions to many flagship state universities used to be taken for granted, but this is not true for the University of Tennessee-Knoxville (UTK). The university reported a record-low acceptance rate of just over 33% for the incoming Class of 2028.
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.
2026 is a year to celebrate anniversaries
“You can check out the church through the years at the central exhibit area at the Museum on Main through the month — look for the banner over Main St. this month and all are welcome Oct. 11 for the special celebration service.”
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…
Valley has been well-served by local restaurateurs with corporate experience
Four successful local hospitality operators share a common trait — they all cut their teeth with big operators.
Fusion Wine Bar for Vietnamese and American flavors
Pan-Asian, Vietnamese and American comfort food and beverages abound at Fusion Wine Bar in Pleasanton.
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.
Corks popping to celebrate 45 years at Sunshine Saloon
Remembering Pleasanton in 1981, before Hacienda and three other major business parks, it’s difficult to imagine a successful dive bar doing comedy shows in a strip shopping center.
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…
Loan default may open broad market for Pleasanton office complex
Rosewood Commons, originally built as the western headquarters of AT&T, has seen a variety of owners and tenants over its 40-plus year history in Pleasanton’s Hacienda Business Park.
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.
Look for a big spending close race in East Bay
The special election preview for the November general election showed that it will be a tight horse race come fall.
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…”
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