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April 23, 2026

‘It’s a … baby!’: Revving it up for a gender reveal

Just when you think you've seen everything, it's guaranteed that a ginormous high-tech/societal tidal wave will roll in, squashing you like a little sand crab.

Local with epilepsy receiving donated service dog

The Milk-Bone brand and Raley’s partnered to make a service dog donation to Rosa Zuno of Hollister, seen at left at the ceremony in Pleasanton last week.

Marty: The brother-in-law effect

The most frequently asked question I get about government is this – if we’re so broke that we can’t afford essential services, why are so few people concerned about the money we waste due to bad decisions or excess spending? I always give the same answer - it’s the brother-in-law effect. I’m going to explain the brother-in-law effect, then you can retain this column and the next time we err and no one cares, just take it out and read it.

Briefs: Instrument drive; library award; 10-year reunion

Save the Music instrument drive

NBA: Big second half carries Golden State past Phoenix

Monta Ellis suffered through one of his worst shooting nights of the season on Monday night, but the Golden State Warriors reserves made sure it didn't matter.

MLB: A’s sudden spending spree prompts more questions

While awaiting word on the location of their home, the A's on Monday decided to empty their allegedly shallow pockets on unproven talent.

Getting Out: Backpacking along the Pacific Ocean

The Skyline-to-the-Sea Trail is a classic Bay Area backpack trip. Any journey that goes from hilltops cloaked with Douglas fir through forests of old growth redwoods, past an 80-foot waterfall to the Pacific Ocean has a lot to recommend it.

Basketball: Late 3-pointer sinks Gavilan

There have been glimpses into the potential of the Gavilan men's basketball team through its tumultuous season on the court. A handful of plays here and there that if corrected or flipped-flopped, fortunes turn in the Rams' favor.

Artistry drives love for Valentine’s Day

Sandy Lesnewsky wouldn’t miss her Valentine’s Day rush for the world.

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