Snowshoeing in Truckee
by John Cooper After four years of draught conditions, we’re finally seeing the return of significant snowfall in the mountains of Northern California. I’ll leave the specific details on the…
Protecting the Trumps: Logistics for the First Family
Editor’s Note: Most of our understanding of Secret Service work comes from Hollywood. Few of us have ever met a Secret Service Agent, or maybe you have and don’t know…
The Kite Man of Martinez
By David King Visit the park at Martinez Marina and you may be fortunate to see some of the world’s most amazing kites. Some are huuuge! And that’s not Trump…
The Presidential Election, a Border Crossing, and Why You’re Not Moving to Canada
Journey-man’s Journey by John cooper There has been a lot of chatter following the recent Presidential election, and with the inauguration just weeks away, I’ve heard some celebrities stating that…
Tears of Laughter, Tears of Loss
Inside Secret Service Editors Note: Most of our understanding of Secret Service work comes from Hollywood. Few of us have ever met a Secret Service Agent, or maybe you have…
Zombie Trademark War Ends
For those following the “Cheese Zombies” trademark battle, Patty’s Original Cheese Zombies prevailed. The United States Trademark Office has ruled that the phrase “Cheese Zombies” may not be used exclusively…
Clayton Author Recalls Escape from Idi Amin’s Genocide
Clayton resident Urmila Patel came to the US in a flee for her and her family’s life escaping the genocide of Dictator Idi Amin. She wrote of the harrowing experience…
Close Encounters with ‘A-list’ Celebrities
Sometimes, you don’t know who you’ve met, even after you’ve met them. In early August 2000, I was detailed to The First Family in Martha’s Vineyard where the Clinton’s were…
Tip-of-the Hat to Clayton’s Robert Chislett of Chisel-It Ice
2016 was a grand year for Chisel-It Ice. He was called upon to sculpt ice structures for the trifecta of championship events; SuperBowl 50, the NBA Finals, and the NHL…