Contributing Writers
After decades working in online and traditional publishing, providing hyper-local news for Rockridge fills my heart with joy. A free press is the cornerstone of democracy, and the support and contributions of community members has made this possible.
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James Rojas is an urban planner, artist, and activist known for participatory urbanism. He founded Place It! and has led 2,000+ workshops worldwide. His work highlights Latino cultural practices in shaping cities through joyful, inclusive engagement.
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John Kamp is a landscape and urban designer and licensed landscape contractor who runs the firm Prairieform. He is the co-author of the book “Dream Play Build: Hands-on Community Engagement for Enduring Spaces and Places” (Island Press 2022).
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Judy is honored to join the Rockridge Voice. She has written Eyes on Rockridge for 14 years, focusing on local life. A former Michigan Daily writer and longtime suburban Detroit journalist, she brings her deep reporting experience to local news.
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Carol Kasparek has been a Rockridge resident for decades, and worked as a former federal analyst and Whole Foods leader. She has covered business, crime, and city politics, and is grateful to continue to serve her community through local journalism.
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Molly spent her career in health care communications, primarily with Kaiser. Since retiring in 2018, she has been politically active through Commit to Democracy.
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I am a Danish-born resident of Rockridge since 1955. I've been a neighborhood organizer and activist since the early 1980s, including three terms on the RCPC board. I've written for the Rockridge News since 1986. I’m especially interested in people.
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A fourth-generation San Franciscan, Skip moved to Rockridge 27 years ago. He loves the weather, architecture, nearby parks, and local schools — perfect for his kids. He had a career in corporate communications and has written for the Rockridge News.
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Debbie is a retired techie and long-term Rockridge resident. She currently runs a business that helps people with special needs access services. You can often find her walking the streets of Rockridge, handing out treats to the neighborhood dogs.
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Originally from NYC, Jo has been a Rockridge resident for 55 years and loved every minute. A Cal graduate and longtime staff member of the Rockridge News, Jo is now excited to begin the next chapter with the Rockridge Voice.
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