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Coachella Valley History Museum Celebrates 100 Years of Date Farming

The museum is highlighting the region's rich agricultural history with a special exhibit.

Tehama County Museum Announces Lecture Series

Experts to give free talks at local museum, donations accepted

North Beach Carol Doda Mural to Be Revived

After beloved tribute to legendary topless dancer is removed, artist plans to create an even bigger and better mural in the heart of the neighborhood.

Exhibit honors Japanese Americans who fought for U.S. in WWII

New traveling exhibit highlights Nisei soldiers' service despite their families being locked up in internment camps

1950s San Bernardino County Fair Photos Offer Nostalgic Blast

Vintage photos capture how the fair brought families together decades ago.

California Hall of Fame Welcomes New Inductees

Politicians, Olympians, and entertainers join prestigious group

Rainbow Grocery Cooperative Celebrates 50 Years in San Francisco

The community-focused natural foods store marks a major milestone in a changing retail landscape.

Historic Fremont Theater Temporarily Closed for Signage Repair

Part of the theater's iconic sign broke off during a storm, leading to a street closure and safety concerns.

Retro Photos Capture California's Golden Era

Nostalgic images showcase the vibrant culture and carefree spirit of 1970s California

Fremont Theatre Closed Over Safety Concerns

Iconic theater shuttered again after sign damage incident

California's Oldest State Park Expands With 153-Acre Redwood Forest Addition

Big Basin Redwoods State Park acquires critical gateway property to aid long-term recovery from 2020 wildfire

Central Valley Man Discovers Father Served Alongside Medal of Honor Recipient

Journal entry reveals connection to legendary dogfight with Soviet MiG-15s

Fark Weird News Quiz Covers Diverse Topics from Music to World Leaders

The February 20-26 edition of the Fark Weird News Quiz features a wide range of unusual news stories.

Valley Center Woman Drove Stagecoach in 19th Century

Mrs. Brubaker made daily runs from Valley Center to Escondido for three decades.

Ansel Adams' Lens Captures LA Architecture

Architectural historian analyzes photographer's 1940s work in free public lecture

Yuba-Sutter Bridge Renamed to Honor POWs and MIAs

Ceremony dedicates 10th Street Bridge between Yuba City and Marysville to recognize sacrifices of American prisoners of war and missing in action service members.

Renowned Santa Barbara Historian Patrick O'Dowd Dies at 80

O'Dowd, a cultural historian and passionate advocate for preserving Santa Barbara's history, passed away in North Carolina.

Palo Alto's Lawrence Tract Pioneered Integrated Housing in 1950s

The 6-acre, 25-home development was an experiment in interracial living, a radical idea at the time.

La Jolla's Iconic Mushroom House Becomes Public Nuisance

Graffiti, trespassing, and disrepair plague the historic property as owner battles to maintain it.

Shanghai's Grand Opera House Nears Completion

Snøhetta's design prioritizes public space, sustainability, and adaptability in a new cultural landmark.

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