Deb Wandell

3 weeks ago | nobhillgazette.com | Deb Wandell

It took millions of years for Lake Tahoe to become the natural marvel it is today. It could take just a few decades to destroy it. That warning from League to Save Lake Tahoe Board Chair Steve Spurlock set the tone May 22, as 90 guests gathered in South Lake Tahoe for a private event celebrating the opening of the Spurlock/Evers Environment and Education Center. The center is a legacy project co-led by Spurlock and William “Will” D.

Mar 29, 2025 | sfgate.com | Deb Wandell

By 10:20 a.m., the doors open, and the line moves forward. Wong is in the thick of it as he hands out produce, smiles and kind words, and makes sure everyone gets what they need because for some clients of the pantry, this isn’t a grocery run, it’s a lifeline. Wong’s path to becoming what might be a “super volunteer” began in Berkeley, where his parents, Bing and May Wong, instilled in him the values of compassion and community.

Feb 25, 2025 | nobhillgazette.com | Deb Wandell

A woman on a mission is an irresistible force. Across the Bay Area, that force drives progress from boardrooms to courtrooms to newsrooms. While national debates rage over leadership and policy, meaningful change takes root at the community level. Here in Northern California, women are turning ideas into impact — and demonstrating that action is the antidote for anxiety. It’s times like these when we need to honor the women who roll up their sleeves and get the work done.

Dec 5, 2024 | sfgate.com | Deb Wandell

Advertising Feature: This article is not produced by the newsroom. It is editorially independent of both the newsroom and any one advertiser. Time, today, is a number glowing on a phone screen or in the corner of a computer. Dorian Clair remembers when time was art, craftsmanship and a reminder of perpetual change. From the huge and ornate to the amusing and noisy to the humble and minimal, clocks were the ticking heart of the rhythms of life in motion.

Nov 18, 2024 | sfgate.com | Deb Wandell

Advertising Feature: This article is not produced by the newsroom. It is editorially independent of both the newsroom and any one advertiser. Monterey County is one of the most varied hiking destinations in California with a mix of trails, vistas and natural environments for every kind of hiker. Whether you’re a coastal peak-bagger, a forest wanderer through towering pines or just want a flat, scenic walk with ocean views, there’s a trail for you.