The Encinal High School drama department was decimated following a pandemic and the retirement of its director. Kelly Rogers Flynt tells the remarkable story of four students who coaxed the program back to life. Today they celebrate the production of 'Mamma Mia,' once a pipe dream, now on stage. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/spotlight-on-mamma-mia-and-encinal-high-school-drama/

Tired of hearing about City Council's decisions after they've already been made? Karin K. Jensen explains exactly how to be heard and get involved, and gives a preview of the agenda for the upcoming March 18 meeting. https://alamedapost.com/news/preview-of-march-18-city-council-meeting/

Gene Kahane chats with Bailey Buckingham and Sydney Mersch, two local high school seniors planning on majoring or minoring in acting. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/5q4-graduating-actors/

A recent greenhouse gas emissions inventory shows that Alameda's total emissions are down 29% relative to 2005. This reduction has largely been driven by AMP's shift to providing 100% clean energy. The City has set a goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2045. https://alamedapost.com/news/citys-greenhouse-gas-emissions-down-29-from-2005/

“From troubles of the world I turn to ducks…” #Alameda

Mouf the Roving Reporter gives an update on his human companion, 20 days after knee surgery, "Mister 'I will be back on the street in a few weeks' had no idea of the recovery time, and looking back, it was unrealistic for him to think he would be back walking me in just three weeks." https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/bears-eye-view-of-alameda-for-march-16-2025/

"Tall, handsome Tariq is one of those unicorn dogs who possesses everything that makes a stellar pet," writes FAAS about our Pet of the Week for March 15. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/tariq-unicorn/

AUSD Senior Manager of Community Affairs Susan Davis congratulates the Encinal women's basketball team for making it to regional finals and spotlights Otis Teacher-Librarian Paizley Spencer, who has been selected to be one of the six school librarians on the California Young Reader Medal Committee. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-congrats-to-jets-womens-basketball-otis-teacher-librarian-paizley-spencer/

On March 10, the debate surrounding parking spaces at the Alameda Aquatic Center continued during a Planning Board public workshop. The new designs have eliminated 27 parking stalls. Karin K. Jensen also relays updates on the Housing Element, a transportation report, and CARP. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-provides-feedback-updated-aquatic-center-design/

In this week's Letters to the Editor, Jeanne Allen urges reconsideration of the design concept for Fernside between High Street and Eastshore. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/letters-to-the-editor-for-march-14-2025/

Jeff Smith's Math Puzzle for March 14, 2025 - Replacing the belt drive on the family moped. https://alamedapost.com/features/puzzles/math-puzzle-for-march-14-2025/

In Episode 145, Scott Piehler's topics include: latest crime statistics; full agenda for the planning board; Is Alameda the strongest? Annual bird count is in; GrannyCon descends upon the city; A major thank you to Post readers for your support of a worthy cause; And more. https://alamedapost.com/features/podcast/alameda-postcast-for-03-14-2025/

CHP: AN EBONY ALERT HAS BEEN ACTIVATED BY THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL ON BEHALF OF THE OAKLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT. LEILANI BISHOP IS MISSING AND ENDANGERED. LEILANI BISHOP WAS LAST SEEN ON MARCH 10, 2025, AT APPROXIMATELY 0500 HOURS #MissingPerson #Alameda #California

Free concert Friday! #Alameda #BayArea #CommunityBand

Hey #alameda and #bayarea come support a small business opening this weekend at the Grand Ave Marina - Neighbor Tiffany (Aunt Tippy to my kids) is opening Two Mary’s Mercantile for all your nautically themed home goods and vintage adventures. The website is still under construction but here’s the link - https://twomarysmercantile.com/ She’s partnering with Scott from Mosley’s cafe to bring some life to the Marina. You should get over there! It’s always a good day when you see the water!

Gene Kahane reflects on five years of posting poems on trees in Alameda, "I’m writing this to say farewell to the five trees — I hugged each one recently to say thanks — and to thank all of you in this beautiful town." https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-five-years-five-tree-poems/

Richard Bangert examines a 1981 environmental assessment by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers while considering Alameda's plans for sea level rise adaptation. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-handling-alamedas-beach-erosion-problem/

Feeling drained? Alameda has what it takes to fill your cup—literally and figuratively! Alameda Restaurant Week is back, and summer berries have been spotted at the Alameda Farmers' Market. There's a free concert this week, a Fantasy Romance book club, and another Profs and Pints lecture, too! https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/all-around-alameda-food-body-mind/

The birds discuss local phrasing in this installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/two-birds-03-13-2025/

In addition to the Alameda Warming Shelter, Christ Episcopal Church provides a year-round Shower Program that serves the unhoused. Scott Piehler notes that the program has recently seen increased demand, and asks the community for help raising funds to build another shower and two laundry units. https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/opinion-help-christ-episcopal-church-expand-shower-program/