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Alyson Chuyang

City Editor

Alyson is based in San Jose, CA, and helped launch SJtoday in February 2022. She graduated from San Jose State, where she reported on the city’s arts + culture scene for her alma mater’s paper, The Spartan Daily. You can find her scouting new South Bay eateries or thrifting around town.

A skyline view of San Jose from the east foothills, showing downtown, Lake Cunningham Park, Reid Hillview County airport, and east side suburbia.
History
San Jose decades: The 2000s
From the tallest residential apartment building in San Jose to the Bill Walsh Legacy Game, we’re taking San Jo back to the ‘00s.
November 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Someone dressed as the Grinch sits in a chair in front of the Santana Row Christmas Tree.
Theater
San Jo-sleigh: 12 local winter plays + concerts
‘Tis the season for holiday classics being brought to the big stage.
November 27, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Several volunteers pose for a picture in front of a house.
Play
30+ volunteer opportunities in San Jose
The list of volunteer opportunities in San Jose includes everything from renovating homes to caring for furry friends.
November 27, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Sierra Vista Feature
Play
Take a hike on one of these 15 South Bay trails
Check out these 15 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around San Jose for outdoor adventures.
November 17, 2023
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Trevor Peters
A plate of turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce from Left Bank Brasserie.
Food
Where to get Thanksgiving dinner in San Jose
Enjoy a seasonal meal made locally without all the cooking.
November 17, 2023
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Trevor Peters
A golden eagle soars through the sky.
Travel and Outdoors
Raptor migration season in Santa Clara Valley
Keep an eye out for these birds of prey while outdoors in Santa Clara Valley.
November 15, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A screenshot of San Jose State Football's Instagram post featuring MC Hammer.
Sports
What’s MC Hammer doing at a San Jose State football game?
Other universities certainly “Can’t Touch This” trivia tidbit about one of the San Jose State football coaches.
November 13, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The view of someone bowling from behind the lane at Bowlero.
Entertainment
Right up your alley: 7 places to go bowling in the South Bay
Check out our roundup for the best bowling alleys for groups, no-frill leagues, and the whole family in the South Bay.
November 13, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A photo of a grey Craftsman-style home with a small front porch with pillars.
Real Estate
The art behind Nashville’s historic homes: Craftsman-style
We’re handing you the keys to the first part of our newest real estate series unpacking the history of historic architecture styles found in Nashville.
November 10, 2023
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Skylar Webb
Plates, wine glasses, and a loaf of bread sit on a table at Goodtime Bar.
Play
Date night ideas for every type of San Josean
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the great 408.
November 9, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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City
Local government 101: The basics of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority
Learn what the work of the BCTDA and Explore Asheville means for locals and how you can connect.
November 7, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Old cameras on display at a vendor booth at a Pop-Up SJ event.
Live
Happy Hauling: Flea markets, co-ops, vintage, and resale shops in San Jose
Here’s the deal — the flea market and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the great 408.
October 31, 2023
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Monica Garske
A collage of four Craftsman-style homes in the Naglee Park neighborhood.
Real Estate
The art behind San Jose homes: Craftsman-style
Let’s visit another common architectural style in San Jose — the Craftsman home, popularized in the early 20th century.
October 31, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
An old picture from the 1960s-1970s of the flea market.
City
Answered: San Jose Flea Market redevelopment
SJtoday readers + followers weighed in on the city’s plans of turning the San Jose’s historic flea market, or “La Pulga,” into a mixed-use urban center.
October 31, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A black and white image showing horsedrawn carriages and wagons surrounded by two-story buildings.
City
Portland decades: the 1910s
We’re traveling all the way back to the 1910s in Portland, when the Pittocks were still alive and the city’s famous rose test garden was still just a seed.
October 27, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
Gregg is wearing a black sweatshirt over a blue button-down flannel. He's wearing a baseball cap. Alyson is wearing a green and blue button-down flannel. They're both smiling, and standing back-to-back in front of a coffee shop with their arms folded across their chests.
Meet your SJtoday editors
Allow us to introduce (or re-introduce) ourselves.
October 27, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
The "Welcome to San Jose" sign at the Garden at the Flea.
City
The future of San Jose’s historic flea market
New 2023 proposals suggest that the flea market could become housing instead of office space, as originally planned in 2021.
October 26, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The SAP Center from the front, at night.
Live
Give these San Jose live music venues a listen
We’ve made a concerted effort to orchestrate this roadmap, so you can focus on finding the artists you adore.
October 24, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Virginia + Delaware construction-INDYtoday photo
City
A guide to city departments in Indianapolis
We’re here to connect you with the right Indy city departments to address your needs.
October 23, 2023
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Shea Stapley
The courtyard of Pellier Park.
City
Restored Pellier Park opens in downtown San Jose
The restored + historic Pellier Park is officially open and tells the story of a French immigrant who helped make Santa Clara Valley the “Valley of Heart’s Delight.”
October 20, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
The front entrance of the Signia by Hilton Hotel in downtown San Jose.
Real Estate
San Jose hotel tower sale greenlit for SJSU student housing
San Jose city council unanimously approved the sale of the Signia by Hilton hotel to San Jose State University for student housing.
October 19, 2023
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Gregg Aronica
A women dressed in Día de Los Muertos attire, stands in front of San Jose Museum of Art.
Culture
Dia de los Muertos in San Jose
Explore the Day of the Dead festivals + events happening around town.
October 17, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Buncombe County courthouse and Asheville City Hall
Live
Local Government 101: The difference between city and county services
Learn about where you can go for specific services between the City of Asheville and Buncombe County.
October 17, 2023
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Grace Powers
Danil Gushchin tries to keep the puck in his possession from an opponent.
Sports
All Under One Reef: San Jose Barracuda’s 2023-2024 season
See what’s to come for San Jose’s AHL team this season.
October 10, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Dan Gordon poses behind the bar with Gordon Biersch beer infront of him.
Culture
San Josean spotlight: Dan Gordon of Gordon Biersch
Let’s talk about this local legend who brought not just the highly popular Gordon Biersch Brewery to San Jose, but even more internationally loved beer.
October 6, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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City
Heinlenville Park opens in Japantown
October 6, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Singing pumpkins at History Park.
Play
Fall + Halloween events in San Jose
Check out fall and Halloween-themed events happening in and around San Jose in this seasonal guide.
October 4, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A rendering of the Story Road light rail design concept.
Development
Art designs unveiled for future East San Jose light rail stations
See what the Valley Transportation Authority is up to on the progress of its future light rail stations at Eastridge and Story Road.
October 3, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
A pink breast cancer ribbon juxtaposed on a photo of Plaza de Cesar Chavez.
Nonprofits
Here’s how you can support the fight against breast cancer
Join in on events happening around San Jose to support breast cancer awareness + research.
October 3, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
Two people hold steins of beer out while dressed in Oktoberfest gear.
Bars
5 Oktoberfest 2023 celebrations in San Jose
Grab your stein and put on your lederhosen to celebrate Oktoberfest at these five events in San Jose.
September 28, 2023
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Alyson Chuyang
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