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April 16, 2014

100 Years Ago: Santa Clara News (April 7, 1914) Municipal Election Landslide for Administration Ticket: Roll, Franck and Howell Elected…

Arts & Entertainment

Mission College Symphony Takes Listeners on Musical Journey

Carolyn Schuk

April 16, 2014

There is probably no better place to hear symphonic music in the South Bay than the Santa Clara Mission Church,…

Opinion

Sherlock Season 3/Blu-ray Edition Not rated, but would be PG for adult themes and violence.

Karl Scott

April 16, 2014

I have been a big fan of this series since its inception. It did well its first year, picked up…

Schools

Program Helps High School Students See Reality of Drunk Driving

Admin

April 16, 2014

Getting a first hand glimpse into the dangers of drunk driving and texting while driving, Wilcox High School students witnessed…

City Politics

Santa Clara Residents Celebrate Northside Library Victory

Cynthia Cheng

April 16, 2014

People signed their names on an orange “Save Our Library” t-shirt, now a memento. Mayor Jamie Matthews cheerfully helped hang…

Community

Santa Clara Women’s League: More Than Just Showtime

Carolyn Schuk

April 16, 2014

In addition to sponsoring the annual Showtime show – an endeavor that takes a team of nearly 30 – the…

Community

Santa Claran Dedicated to Helping Autistic Adults and Children

Diane Andrews

April 16, 2014

Santa Clara resident James T. Spelman has some amazing stories to tell about his experiences as founder and executive director…

Business

WalMart

Admin

April 16, 2014

Walmart celebrated the grand opening of a new Walmart Neighborhood Market at Mercado Shopping Center on April 2. To celebrate…

Community

Wildflowers in Bright Bloom at Ulistac Natural Area

Diane Andrews

April 16, 2014

Ulistac Natural Area, Santa Clara’s reclaimed natural open space, is bright with spring wildflowers: clumps of golden California poppies in…

Opinion

Naked Success

Admin

April 16, 2014

Did you see the photo? It’s all over the Internet — a snapshot of billionaire CEO Richard Branson, in board…

City Politics

City Desk: Apr. 9, 2014

Carolyn Schuk

April 16, 2014

49ers and SCUSD Discussed Soccer Park Alternatives in 2011, 2012 Last month, a dispute broke out between the Santa Clara…

Community

Colorful Run Supports Autism Center

Melissa McKenzie

April 16, 2014

Families, runners and supporters came out in droves to run the Color Me Rad 5K event at California’s Great America…

Schools

Education Desk: Apr. 9, 2014

Carolyn Schuk

April 16, 2014

Grant in Memory of Long-Time SCUSD Psychologist, Richard Knowles A group of students that get recognized far too seldom for…

Schools

Impressive Santa Clara High School Day of the Arts Exhibition

Diane Andrews

April 16, 2014

Everyone sang the praises of the Santa Clara High School Visual and Performing Arts Department at its annual Day of…

Community Public Safety

SCPD Helps Raise Funds for Special Olympics

Admin

April 9, 2014

Helping to raise funds for Special Olympics Northern California (SONC), approximately two dozen Santa Clara Police Department officers participated in…

Arts & Entertainment

Art in Our City: Small Statue Marks Mission Site

Melissa McKenzie

April 9, 2014

There are plenty of interesting historical finds throughout the City of Santa Clara – from the houses featured on the…

City Politics

City Desk: Apr. 2, 2014

Carolyn Schuk

April 9, 2014

Last Tuesday’s City Council was certainly one of the year’s most significant. A study session prior to the meeting included…

Schools

Education Desk: Apr. 2, 2014

Carolyn Schuk

April 9, 2014

District Not Meeting Federal Requirements for English Learners SCUSD failed to meet federal Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives (AMAO) measures for…