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Volunteers collected and sorted books by genre, using signs to streamline searching.

Community gathers for Library Book and Media Sale

Bella Burns, AVT Editor September 17, 2025

From Sept. 11 to 14, the Friends of the Pleasanton Library hosted their Fall Book and Media Sale. Books, CDs, DVDs, and puzzles were sold to raise funds for the Pleasanton Public Library.  “It's...

As the closing date nears, items and produce empty out. The produce section has now been completely removed.

Neighborhood Walmart shuts doors

Emma Luey and Jyoshika Mukundhu September 11, 2025

The Walmart Neighborhood Market on 3112 Santa Rita Rd, Pleasanton, CA will permanently close on October 3rd 2025. Locals and workers will have to find other alternatives for a main grocery store. “It's...

Pleasanton's annual Concert in the Park Series Receives a Makeover

Pleasanton’s annual Concert in the Park Series Receives a Makeover

Sarina Lashkarian and Hunter Gapol September 2, 2025

A New Chapter to the Concerts For over forty years, Pleasanton’s annual “Concert in the Park” series has been a key part of the community. Each summer, Pleasanton’s Downtown Association (PDA)...

Amador students say farewell to favorite spots in Downtown

Amador students say farewell to favorite spots in Downtown

Pareena Gupta and Riya Upadhyaya August 29, 2025

After years in business, Starbucks and i-Tea closed their downtown locations this summer, with Starbucks shutting down on July 27 and i-Tea on August 16. These downtown establishments have been a gathering...

Inside, the coffee bar offers a variety of drinks for prices as low as $2.50.

Latte Da Vinci opens on Main Street

Bella Burns, AVT Editor August 19, 2025

On Aug. 16, Latte Da Vinci opened on Main Street. Artists and visitors gathered to view the gallery, enjoy coffee from their mobile cart and listen to local musicians. Lewis Liu founded the nonprofit,...

An estimated 2.5 million people aged 18 or older struggled with an opioid use disorder in 2021 because of the intense "high" experienced when using.

Highjacked: How opioids take over the brain

Alyssa Vu, Amadon Page Editor June 19, 2025

There is a silent but deadly force terrorizing the nation. It does not discriminate between man or woman; rich or poor. It starts out as an invited guest, turns into a close friend, and then eventually...

Hand made goods from India of different metals sold by Festive Celebration.

The Great Indian Food Fest Brings Flavor and Culture to San Ramon

Anjali Bemarkar, Staff Writer May 13, 2025

On May 10, 2025, the Association of Indo Americans hosted The Great Indian Food Fest, a vibrant cultural celebration held in the parking lot behind Bishop Ranch City Center in San Ramon. The event offered...

AV Journalism students pose with news anchors Marcus Washington and Laura Garcia, after watching a live taping of the midday newscast.

Amador Valley Journalism Visits NBC Bay Area’s Studio Headquarters

Pareena Gupta, Amadon Page Editor May 2, 2025

On April 29th, 15 students from the Amador Valley Journalism program visited the NBC Bay Area news studio in San Jose. Students  gained firsthand knowledge in broadcast journalism at a state-of-the-art...

The 2023 Earth Day event in Pleasanton was hosted at the Alviso Adobe Community Park.

How Earth Month is Celebrated Around Pleasanton

Anjali Bemarkar and Mila Kalezic May 1, 2025

Earth month teaches us to celebrate our earth, but in 2025, it's time to focus on how to save it.  “Earth month is important to celebrate because we need to take care of our planet,” said chemistry...

Prices, online and in-store, have seen an increase as input costs for these products.

New Tariffs Bring Price Hikes Closer to Home for Amador Students

Anjali Bemarkar and Mila Kalezic May 1, 2025

Everyone hears about the new tariffs being announced, but many don’t realize the real impact they can have—especially for students at Amador Valley High School. What the Tariff Means On April 2,...

People of all ages gathered into the Alameda County Fairgrounds, scouring through the racks for clothing, accessories, and every day items.

California Thrift Fest: A Day of Shopping, Selling, and Dining

Natalie Knosp, Staff Writer May 1, 2025

On Saturday April 19, The California Thrift Fest made its long-awaited return to the Alameda County Fairgrounds for a day of shopping, selling, and dining. Hundreds of vendors and small businesses flocked...

Every year. the PPIE run raises money for students, teachers, and schools in the Pleasanton Unified School District.

Annual PPIE Run Brings Together Avid Runners in the Community

Abigail Jones, Staff Writer May 1, 2025

For the past 13 years, the Pleasanton United School District has organized a running fundraiser for children, parents, and the entire community. This annual event occurs on either Sunday the 27th or 28th...

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