Contested elections for San Ramon, Danville councils; one SRVUSD incumbent faces challenge
Half a dozen San Ramon Valley elected officials are seeking to defend their seats this November, with the pending departures of two incumbents set to provide extra time for additional candidates to come forward in those notable races.
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‘Modestly improves’: SRVUSD receives nearly $35 million in additional state funding
SRVUSD celebrated a rare piece of good news last week amid funding challenges at the state and district level, with its 45-day budget revision pointing to a more optimistic picture than what was foreseen in previous projections.
$30 minimum wage won’t be on November ballot in Alameda County
Alameda County’s Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to delay adding a $30 minimum wage proposal to the November ballot, opting instead for additional study to be conducted on the measure’s effects before going before voters.
Online community raises funds to honor man killed in Jeep accident in Pleasanton
A GoFundMe that was created after a man died in a Jeep accident in Pleasanton nearly two months ago has raised over $10,000 to help build a well near a school in Afghanistan in his memory.
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Lifestyle
2026 county fair drew 400,000 guests, generated millions in revenue in Pleasanton
This year’s Alameda County Fair tallied almost 400,000 attendees and produced millions in sales tax revenue for Pleasanton, the Tri-Valley area and Alameda County, organizers said.
Culinary Angels set for 10th anniversary gala at Concannon Vineyard
Tri-Valley nonprofit Culinary Angels is celebrating its major milestone in 2026 with a gala in Livermore Valley wine country this fall to raise funds and awareness upon the occasion.
Dublin: Student-led neurodivergence support nonprofit expands globally
One Dublin high school student’s wish to better support neurodivergent children and families led to the development and growth of a youth-led nonprofit aiming to do just that.
A&E
‘Masters of Illusion’ making for a magical night at the Bankhead
The Bankhead Theater is set to close out its summer season with an evening of magic expected to thrill, engage and entertain audiences – while also keeping them guessing.
‘Flora in Focus’ exhibition opens at Livermore Library
Floral art has blossomed once again at Livermore’s Civic Center Library – a showcase of local artists that “highlights the power of creativity, collaboration and friendship”.
Livermore author goes to ‘Otter Space’ for book series debut
Pip, pip, hooray! Livermore author Jen de Oliveira recently released “Pip & Pals: Otter Space” – the first installment of her new, kid-friendly graphic novel series.
Spotlight
This California Delta community is drawing Bay Area homebuyers to the water
Bay Area residents understand the value of open space. That’s why it’s no surprise a private waterfront enclave on the California Delta is drawing homebuyers who are ready for a different kind of life.
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,…
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Community rallies to aid Blackhawk Plaza ducks following pond’s closure
The ongoing saga of Blackhawk Plaza’s troubles amid tenant vacancies, turnovers, and multiple legal proceedings including its owners’ bankruptcy came home to roost in recent weeks as the longstanding pond closed for repairs just before the start of summer.
Pleasanton Weekly wins General Excellence, nine other first-place honors in California Journalism Awards
“The winning categories capture the quality, range and impact of our journalism: General Excellence, Investigative Reporting, Enterprise Series, Best Newsletter, Columns, Editorial Comment, Business and the Economy, Sports Feature, Profile Story and Fine Arts.”
Sports
World Series action in Livermore
Twelve teams from across the world – including two from the Tri-Valley – have been competing in the Little League Intermediate 50/70 Baseball World Series in Livermore.
Pleasanton Preps: Jiu-jitsu journey takes Tri-Valley native to doorstep of UFC
It might have been a given that Joseph Kropschot ended up fighting in the UFC, but earlier in his life he didn’t realize it. Kropschot, now 31, was raised in San Ramon and went to San Ramon Valley High School…
San Ramon Valley wins NorCal tournament, keeping Little League World Series dream alive
Danville-based San Ramon Valley Little League won the Northern California regional tournament, the third of four tournaments a Bay Area youth baseball team must win to make it to the Little League World Series.
ReAL Estate
Parkview condo development opens in Livermore
A residential project in Livermore’s Isabel neighborhood saw its grand opening earlier this summer.
Bay Area residents more likely to own homes after leaving region, study finds
Many Bay Area residents who leave the region are finding a more affordable path to homeownership, but often at the cost of lower incomes, lower-performing schools and greater climate risk, according to a new report by a UC research institute.
Four myths about insurance in California
As the state’s residents prepare to vote for a new insurance commissioner in November, here’s a look at a few common myths about insurance in California.
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