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Girl scout Simran Shinkre ‘27 showing girl scout cookies.

New Girl Scout Cookies Hit the Shelves: Toast-Yay! and Caramel Chocolate Chip Join the Lineup

Briahna Ma, Staff Writer March 2, 2025

As Girl Scout cookie season arrives, orders for popular classics like Thin Mints and Samoas are rolling in. However, this year introduces two new cookies to the lineup! Delicious Lineup “The first...

While shadowing the Public Works department, students gear up with helmets and high visibility clothing for a visit to an ongoing construction project.

Empowering Young Students: Youth in Government Day

Pareena Gupta, Amadon Editor March 2, 2025

Over 70 high school students from PUSD gathered at the Veterans Memorial Building on Feb. 27 to deepen their understanding of local government. The students were set to shadow officials in two city departments...

Harvest Park's Comp Civics hopes to achieve success in the future and set up kids in high school civics.

Harvest Park Middle School Begins Their Own Competition Civics Team

Mila Kalezic and Rebecca Mestel February 27, 2025

At Harvest Park Middle School, a new afterschool activity has emerged: competition civics. Similar to the high school program, it works to encourage civic engagement and learning about the United States...

People wanting to see the planetary parade are best off moving to a location with minimal lights.

Every to Know About Planet Parades

Amogh Belgal and Abhay Girish February 25, 2025

On the night of February 28, astronomy lovers will have the chance to witness a planetary parade, where multiple planets will appear aligned in the night sky. This event, best viewed after dusk, offers...

An Amador and Foothill student face off head to head as a continuous rivalry, ready to tackle one another.

Amador vs. Foothill: Rivalry Wrestling Match-Up

Izzy Cantu, Staff Writer January 31, 2025

Amador wrestling started as a small program, but through the influence of coaches and teammates, more students have developed a strong passion for the sport. “I started wrestling through Coach Chubb...

Pleasanton's beloved and historic Meadowlark Dairy plans to extend its business to the city of Livermore in 2025.

Meadowlark Dairy Opening New Location in Livermore

Kiki Yasui and Ashlynn Suh January 31, 2025

Pleasanton’s renowned landmark, the Meadowlark Dairy, will branch out to Livermore. The new location will open in the spring of 2025. “I think it's good to share our culture and what makes us unique....

The Lunar New Year celebration event included performances by the Diablo Taiko Drumming Ensemble, KungFu Dragon USA, and Xiaopei Chinese Dance.

Pleasanton Families Gather to Celebrate Lunar New Year

Lauren Tran, AVRadio Editor-in-Chief January 30, 2025

On Jan. 26, the Firehouse Arts Center hosted a Lunar New Year celebration at the Pleasanton Senior Center to ring in the Year of the Snake. The celebration kicks off their Cultural Celebration Series where...

Amador and Foothill held dual drama practices to create the perfect cast for the Addam's Family.

AVHS Joins FHS to Begin Rehearsals for Spring Musical: “The Addams Family”

Amber Wong, Senior Staff Writer January 27, 2025

This semester, Amador Valley High School and Foothill High School are collaborating on their annual production showcasing the musical The Addams Family, rehearsing relentlessly to delight audiences with...

PPIE (Pleasanton Partnerships in Education Foundation) hosts a table at the Make a Difference Festival to recruit volunteers and promote its annual Run for Education fundraiser.

Make a Difference Festival: A Showcase of Nonprofit Organizations

Pareena Gupta, Amadon Editor January 21, 2025

The Pleasanton Senior center was bustling when more than 500 Tri-Valley residents gathered at the Make a Difference Festival last Saturday, looking for ways to make a meaningful impact in their community....

Many birds from across the world were exhibited at the County grounds as a way to highlight their beauty.

Exotic Birds arrive at Alameda County

Gabi Minto and Reese Zhou January 17, 2025

The Alameda County Fairgrounds hosts its exotic bird market three to four times a year, drawing bird lovers and visitors alike. The event showcases a variety of birds, from small and delicate to colorful...

Musicians Play Merry Tunes at Fezziwigs Holiday party.

Dickens Fair: Stepping Into Holiday Wonder

Owen Corpora, Senior Staff Writer December 20, 2024

Every year across the bay, during christmas time, a magical place comes to life. This place is the Dickens Fair. For those unfamiliar with it, the fair is a special paid event, hosted in San Francisco...

Unit 3 holds up the regionals belt trophy.

AV Comp Civics Takes Home a Victory At Regional Competiton

Mila Kalezic and Abhay Girish December 14, 2024

Last Sunday, Amador Valley’s “We the People” team took home the regional belt after winning their first competition against foothill. Foothill and Amador’s competition team met in Las Positas...

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