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Soaring like an eagle

Leland senior completes Eagle Scout project despite obstacles

By Jeanne Carbone Lewis
Staff Writer

Those who say teenagers today only care about violent video games and MySpace should read about some of the impressive work done by local Boy and Girl Scouts.
Leland senior Louis Stephan just finished his Eagle Scout project, an animal containment area at Calero County Park. Not only does this represent a needed improvement at the recreation area, but along the way Stephan learned the value of leadership and giving back to the community through service projects.
“Eagle Scout projects like Louis’ really
help improve the area,” Read more...

Los Angeles mayor endorses her candidacy

Vice Mayor Cindy Chavez announced a number of proposals on Monday to strengthen San Jose’s business and economic climate. She announced the measures during a press conference surrounded by six business owners and officials and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, who also endorsed her candidacy for mayor.
“As your next mayor, my job is to cultivate a diverse economy that can take advantage of a boom and weather a downturn,” said Chavez at the conference. “The blueprint I am offering today is the first Read more...