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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Fremont dentist is helping oversee California’s dental standards?
  • How much did this Farragut Drive Fremont home just sell for?
  • How is Tesla’s Fremont line shaping the next wave of robots?

Also on today's calendar: New Year's Eve with Matt Axton & Badmoon and 5 more events.

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Today's riddle: Playing golf is bad for your brain. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Periods of rain, with a high of 61 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Friday: Occasional rain and drizzle, temps: high: 64, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Rain; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 65 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Governor Newsom announces appointments 12.30.2025 (ca.gov) — A Fremont-based dentist, Steven Chan, has been reappointed to the state Dental Board of California, continuing his role overseeing dental regulation statewide. Governor Newsom’s announcement also includes several other health-related board reappointments, but Chan’s continued service gives Fremont residents a direct voice in statewide dental policy and professional standards.
   

2. Sale closed in Fremont: $3.1 million for a four-bedroom home (eastbaytimes.com) — A single-story home on Farragut Drive in Fremont recently sold for $3.12 million, highlighting the city’s high housing prices. Built in 1956 with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, the 2,328-square-foot house sits on a generous 0.3-acre lot and includes a double carport.
   

3. Inside 2026: The Technological Zenith of the Modern Era (apexhours.com) — Fremont gets a notable mention as Tesla’s pilot line there refines algorithms for its Optimus humanoid robots before large-scale production shifts to Texas. The broader piece explores how 2026 could transform chips, AI, robotics, and global tech policy, outlining changes that may indirectly shape jobs, transportation, and everyday devices used by Fremont residents.
   

4. Best Bay Area Stroller Hikes to Bring Family This New Years (kqed.org) — Families looking to get outside this New Year will find two stroller-friendly options right in Fremont: Coyote Hills and the Alameda Creek Trail. They’re featured alongside other Bay Area walks, with details on accessibility, scenery, and parking so you can plan an easy local outing or explore farther afield.
   

5. 2025: A look back at Bay Area images that made our year (marinij.com) — Several striking 2025 photos spotlight Fremont, from unhoused residents living near Quarry Lakes to peaceful wildlife at Lake Elizabeth and a Deaflympian training locally. The gallery weaves these Fremont moments into a broader Bay Area year-in-pictures, mixing protest, sports, celebrations and quiet natural scenes that defined a turbulent year.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday January 2
  • Bilingual Storytime / Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe
    East Palo Alto Library , 2415 University Avenue , East Palo Alto
    10:30 am
  • Qi Gong Meditation & Exercise Class at Milpitas Library
    Milpitas Community Library 160 North Main Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
    1:00 pm
  • Knit & Crochet Circle at Milpitas Library
    Milpitas Community Library 160 North Main Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
    2:00 pm
  • Free Meals at the Library / Comida gratis en la biblioteca
    East Palo Alto Library , 2415 University Avenue , East Palo Alto
    3:15 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Meet the Tri-City Animal Shelter’s 5 longest term shelter dogs.
    These beautiful dogs have been overlooked and need a second chance: Raye, female, 2.5 yrs Brownie, male, 4 yrs Latte, male, 8 months Kenzie, female,… (Nextdoor Niles Hacienda)
  • For those that may not know, there is a new pizza place that replaced the old Roundtable Pizza in the Franciscan Shopping Center near Taco Bell.
    The new pizza place is called: Roll N Crust. Owned by a local Fremont family. They provide thin, regular and Chicago style deep dish pizzas. In order… (Nextdoor South Mission San Jose)
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Lot Associate in Fremont. Apply here.
  • Target posted a job opening for Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1422) in Fremont. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fremont here.

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