North Bay Voice: Finding happiness in a chaotic world

“You showed us what excellence, respect and friendship look like in a world that sometimes forgets these values.”

— Kristy Coventry, president of the International Olympic Committee, speaking to athletes at the closing ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Olympics. 

At a time of so much turmoil, people do what they can to bring joy into their lives.

They cheer when the real comeback kid, Bay Area figure skater Alysa Liu, skates into history with confidence and verve. They spend time in the outdoors...