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Cal student relives moment winning $100,000 at ESPN's 'College GameDay'
The 19-year-old civil engineering student who kicked a $100,000 field goal during ESPN's "College GameDay" broadcast in Berkeley over the weekend is sharing how he pulled off the winning kick. Daniel Villasenor's family and former soccer coach are also sharing in his excitement."He scored a couple of what kids these days call bangers!" smiles Dario Fabian, coach of the Livermore High School Cowboys soccer team.Fabian has fond memories from Daniel's time as captain of the team and says his leadership and determination were apparent, despite being a "quiet" teen. One instance came when Fabian was assessing players to be on...
Bear’s-Eye View of Alameda for October 6, 2024
Well, it’s official! October marks the beginning of the best time of the year here in Alameda. Indian summer is in full swing and this past week, it was downright hot . My daytime walks were very limited due to the hot sidewalk, leaving only early morning and late night for those three-mile excursions. I have noticed that my shadow keeps getting taller and taller as the days get shorter and shorter.
The Food Security Collaborative of Contra Costa County Wins $100,000 Impact Grant
In a major step toward addressing food insecurity in Contra Costa County, the newly formed Food Security Collaborative of Contra Costa County has been awarded the Impact Grant of $100,000 by Impact100 East Bay. This collaborative, composed of five leading organizations – the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, Loaves and Fishes of Contra Costa, Meals on Wheels Diablo Region, St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County, and White Pony Express – was honored on September 29, 2024, for its innovative work aimed at creating long-term food security in the region.
50th Annual Castro Street Fair Brings Celebration and Street Closures to San Francisco
The Castro neighborhood is set to transform into a vibrant celebration this Sunday for the 50th Annual Castro Street Fair. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., locals and visitors alike will gather for this iconic event that promotes the neighborhood’s LGBTQ+ community and businesses. Founded in 1974 by gay-rights activist and politician Harvey Milk, the fair has grown into one of San Francisco's most beloved annual gatherings.
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