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How two men former marines went from fist fights to a restaurant partnership; our editor in chief, Allison Joy, on the evolving media industry; where to get your red, white and blueberry wine this Fourth of July; and UC Davis students compete in the DOE’s Solar Decathlon.
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While the project has support from city officials, some residents and special interest groups continue their attempts to stall it. Regardless, plans for the casino move forward.

From the U.S. Marine Corps to The Waffle Experience
Why quitting wasn’t an option for owners of expanding restaurant chain despite roadblocks
The Waffle Experience isn’t just another waffle house with packaged waffle batter and the usual breakfast fare. Instead, Donoho has taken his training in classical cuisines and worked to change the perception of how customers view the traditional belgian-style waffle.

The Forest Through the Pages
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Red, White and Blueberry Wine
Fruit wines propel a Lodi winemaker into local stores just in time for 4th of July
Wine lovers have come to expect the best in red and white wines from Lodi wineries, but the addition of a new blue wine could add a patriotic note to store shelves and barbecues with friends and family this summer.

Students Design Cutting-Edge Solar Home
Two-year process by UCD students to construct house culminates with national competition this fall
Students at UC Davis are building a house. Not just any house, but a solar-powered house, one with the potential to be as affordable as it is innovative and, above all, energy efficient.