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POPS continues long-term mission for educational equity

By Maggie Black | Exedra Intern | September 4, 2020
Student-led group has built momentum around effort to get Piedmonters engaged with Oakland schools.
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Commentary | To prevent blackouts, California needs more clean energy – and a bigger, better run grid

By Sonia Agarwal | Special to CALmatters | September 4, 2020
A regional electric grid coordinating diverse power resources with neighboring states and modernized grid planning would help CA avoid blackouts.
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Spotted: Beware of … the cat?

By Exedra Staff | September 1, 2020
You've been warned!
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Letter to the Editor | Cory Smegal a passionate, informed school board member

By Jace Porter | 2019-20 PHS ASB President and Student Rep to the School Board | September 1, 2020
PHS Student Body President Jace Porter says Smegal has been connected to school issues at the state and local level and is always willing to think outside the box.
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Letter to the Editor | Veronica Thigpen is the right person at the right time for school board

By Richard Turner | September 1, 2020
Richard Turner says Thigpen's pragmatic decision-making style coupled with a commitment to equity issues make her the right person for a seat on the school board.
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Photos: “Let’s Keep Moving” event in Piedmont Park keeps focus on racial justice

By Exedra Staff | September 1, 2020
Two newly formed groups in town hosted the gathering, intended to build on the momentum of the Black Lives Matter protest earlier this summer.
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‘Sign, sign, everywhere a sign’ signifying campaign season is upon us

By Damin Esper | September 1, 2020
As signage starts to sprout, candidates are mostly complying with city's regulations.
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Letter to the Editor | Hilary Cooper brings the right mix of skills and enthusiasm to school board candidacy

By Molly Waste Ashford | September 1, 2020
Molly Waste Ashford admires Art Hecht awardee Cooper for deepening her commitment to our schools.
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Letter to the Editor | Hilary Cooper’s leadership makes her an ideal school board candidate

By Mary Alice McNeil | September 1, 2020
Mary Alice McNeil says Cooper has made a significant impact on important school-related issues over the years, making her an ideal school board candidate.
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Local ‘boys team charity’ league doubles down on volunteerism during pandemic

By Kim Barsi | August 28, 2020
'btc' Oaks League has openings -- but hurry -- the current membership drive for Piedmont/Oakland boys ends on Sept 12.
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