Irene Dalis' career didn't really start until she stopped singing (San Jose Mercury News)

5 September 2008, 4:00 pm

The company she launched in her home town, Opera San Jose, opens its 25th season Saturday, then formally celebrates its anniversary Sept. 20 with a gala concert at the California Theatre. Dalis talks about her life, career... read more

Nation's ignorance on Alaska and its issues shines (Alaska Journal of Commerce)

5 September 2008, 2:45 pm

The announcement that Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin will be listed on the republican vice presidential ticket was a shocker for America.... read more

Jazz 'N Caz to feature Brubeck Brothers, Jane Monheit (The Oneida Daily Dispatch)

5 September 2008, 11:57 am

CAZENOVIA - Jazz `N Caz on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 12 and 13, will present a mix of local and national names on the Time Warner Cable Mainstage at the Catherine Cummings Theatre, 8 Lincklaen St., Cazenovia, at Cazenovia College.... read more

Still work to be done in WJUSD schools (The Daily Democrat)

5 September 2008, 3:35 am

School officials say that while district progress is increasing overall, there's still more work to be done. The California Department of Education released the 2008 Academic Performance Index report scores for state schools and district Thursday morning.... read more

The known and the unknown (Montana Kaimin)

5 September 2008, 1:17 am

Quarterback Senior Cole Bergquist enters his third starting season ranked ninth in school history with 4,349 passing yards. He was named second team All-Big Sky last season after throwing for 2,623 yards and 20 touchdowns. He was also Montana’s second leading rusher last season, piling up 383 yard... read more

Art Galleries (Palo Alto Weekly)

5 September 2008, 12:08 am

"Barnyard Portraits" by Karen Barone Exhibition of new oil paintings titled "Barnyard Portraits" by artist Karen Barone of Campbell. Reception Sept. 6, from 1-4 p.m. Exhibit runs through September. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 650-321-0220 or visit www.portolaartgallery.com . Portola Art Gallery, 75 Arbor Ro... read more