Los Banos Junior High student awarded first place in VFW district essay contest
What are the odds of entering a contest with 700 entries and being named the winner? They weren’t...
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Author: John Spevak
The gift of math for students who don’t think they’re mathematical
Here’s a good question for the Christmas season: What’s the most usual gift you’ve ever heard of? I think I have a gift that can top your answer — the gift of math. And I know how that gift can be given—through an innovative...
Read MoreBeing thankful for freedom, especially freedom of the press
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I’m writing a column on what I’m thankful for. My gratitude extends to many things–my health (still good as I turn 78 this month), a wonderful family, good friends, to name a few. I’m...
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Does everybody love walking in a parade?Columnist seeks to answer that question
Everybody loves a parade. So goes the adage. But does everybody love walking in a parade?...
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New LB police chief gets warm welcome
The Nov. 3 afternoon swearing-in ceremony for new Los Banos Police Chief Ray Reyna, Jr., brought a...
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