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Steinbeck Scholar in Our Midst

Steinbeck Scholar in Our Midst

Suzy Paluzzi

February 22, 2012

Dr. Audry Lynch has been a teacher at Mission College for almost 30 years. She is best known for her…

The Oscars are Comin’ / Rated W for which ones did you miss?

Karl Scott

February 22, 2012

On 1/24/12 the group that handles the Oscar nominations announced the 2011 slate of Best Films. For the last couple…

Wind Power Purchase Pushes SVP Renewables Up to 33 Percent

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February 22, 2012

City of Santa Clara Utility Makes 20-Year Wind Deal to Increase Green, Renewable Power Resources for Customers SANTA CLARA, Calif….

Surprise! Being Stressed-Out Is in!

Bob Goldman

February 22, 2012

There must be a lot of stress at The Wall Street Journal. I found two articles and a blog post…

40 Years Later, Santa Clara Discussing Same Governance Questions

40 Years Later, Santa Clara Discussing Same Governance Questions

Carolyn Schuk

February 22, 2012

As the City Council considers changes in the way its members are elected, it’s a good time to reflect that…

Basis in Prior Legislation Doesn’t Necessarily Exempt Council Actions From Referendum, Argues Stadium Opponents’ Attorney

Carolyn Schuk

February 22, 2012

By filing suit against Santa Clara Plays Fair’s (SCPF) petition for a referendum on the 49ers stadium agreements, Santa Clara…

Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show Reminds Us Why We Get Up and Go

Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show Reminds Us Why We Get Up and Go

Diane Andrews

February 22, 2012

“It’s kind of scary. But that’s the point, isn’t it?” said Nate with Redwood Canopy Tours as he hooked up…

Cell Phone Users Beware

Melissa McKenzie

February 22, 2012

Nearly everyone has received a spam text. The texts, typically stating the recipient will “receive a FREE $50 Target Gift…

CLASS NOTES – Get Moving

Margaret Lavin

February 22, 2012

According to Santa Clara County Officials, one in four kids in Santa Clara County are either overweight or obese, and…

Britney Takes Over Retro Dome Stage

Britney Takes Over Retro Dome Stage

Melissa McKenzie

February 15, 2012

Oh Brit Brit. You were a child star on the Mickey Mouse Club, turned it into a successful music career,…

Mission City Opera Goes Bats in Upcoming Show

Mission City Opera Goes Bats in Upcoming Show

Carolyn Schuk

February 15, 2012

Next Saturday in Santa Clara will see an evening of practical jokes, mistaken identities, romance and revelry as Mission City…

Mission College hosts Tuskegee Airman for Black History Month Presentation

Mission College hosts Tuskegee Airman for Black History Month Presentation

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February 15, 2012

On Thursday, February 23rd, Mission College will host a one-hour presentation by Captain Lester Williams of the Tuskegee Airmen. The…

The Artist / Rated PG-13 for a disturbing dream sequence and a rude gesture right out of a Nancy Sinatra, Kris Kristoferson biker film from the 60’s.

Karl Scott

February 15, 2012

Ninety-nine percent of The Artist is silent. While there are some sounds heard for dramatic purpose, silence is what this…

Politics and Power Decoded at Triton

Politics and Power Decoded at Triton

Melissa McKenzie

February 15, 2012

In 2003, President George W. Bush, dressed in a flight suit, landed on the deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln…

Santa Clara Hosts Second Ethics and Democracy Summit

Site Admin

February 15, 2012

More than 30 City Clerk professionals from across the state recently met in the Santa Clara City Council Chambers for…

SC Career Center for Homeless

SC Career Center for Homeless

Diane Andrews

February 15, 2012

It’s bad break after bad break, says John (not his real name), who was homeless about a year before obtaining…

Showtime Celebrates 30

Showtime Celebrates 30

Admin

February 15, 2012

When California’s Proposition 13 passed in 1978, some called it a tax-slashing revolution. As things turned out, Proposition 13 unfolded…

The Bar Method Opens in Santa Clara

The Bar Method Opens in Santa Clara

Cynthia Cheng

February 15, 2012

It’s time to get off that treadmill. Local residents are flocking to The Bar Method, a work-out facility that recently…

An Office Kind of Love

Bob Goldman

February 15, 2012

I’m in the mood for love. Every year, as we get closer to Valentine’s Day, cards and candy start showing…

Depressing, Ain’t It?

Bob Goldman

February 8, 2012

You know what’s really depressing? The fact that your job is really depressing. Really! I feel your pain. With all…