• Voting

    Vote!-Milpitas General Election Results 11/3/2026

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    Last Update Results Monday, November 9, 2026, 5:00PM. Next update after 5 PM tomorrow. Based on estimated total ballots expected to be cast, including ballots that will be counted after Election Day. Polling place and early Vote by Mail ballots are counted on Election Night. Last-minute Vote by Mail ballots and provisional ballots are counted after Election Day. Actual number of ballots cast is not known until counting is completed. The Milpitas General Election day held November 3, 2026. Voting Centers were open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Milpitas, CA, and other California cities. First results became available slightly after 8 pm on Election Night and continuing as more ballots…

  • Dining & Food

    Asian Pacific Dining in Milpitas

    Chinese food restaurants in Milpitas

    Chinese, Filipino, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Vietnamese Restaurants – with reviews. Milpitas has the largest selection of Asian restaurants outside of San Francisco, and all have free parking. Chinese – Taiwanese – Shanghainese – Hunan Chef P’s Yelp. “The shrimp in the walnut shrimp and vegetable shrimp are cooked to perfection. I really love the egg rolls, too, and the house chow mien.” 1535 Landess Ave. Ste 162 408-586-8389 China Palace Restaurant Yelp. Open until 3am. This is kind of a hole in the wall place. It’s great if your looking for some authentic Chinese food that’s good on the wallet. Its open late for those late night munchies. Don’t…

  • Dining & Food

    Filipino Dining in Milpitas

    Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining There is a good choice of Filipino restaurants in the shopping center on Landess just west of S. Park Victoria in Milpitas.  Most are offering take-out and some offer delivery service during Covid-19. Please let me know if you see any with more than 2-3 tables in their patio for outside dining. Chez Christina by Casa Tala Under new owner, so now Filipino menu. Live music Friday and Saturday nights. Buffet on Sundays. All day breakfast. Website under construction. 339 Jacklin Rd Chow King Yelp. “One thing to know about this chain: it’s Chinese fastfood in the Philippines, brought…

  • Dining & Food

    Vietnamese Dining in Milpitas

    Dining and Food ~ Restaurants in Milpitas ~ Asian Pacific Dining There’s nothing quite so comforting as some hot Vietnamese pho on a rainy day. Vietnamese home-style cooking is often the best buy for a filling meal. Anh Hong Saigon Menu. The entire restaurant seemed to be packed with Vietnamese families when we walked in on a Sunday night. It was noisy and felt very homey right up until closing. Yelp 233 W Calaveras Blvd 408-946-9046 BBH Noodle Yelp. “The Bun Bo here is so delicious! I love their broth. It’s so rich and full of flavors.” 1203 E Calaveras Blvd. 408-263-8985 Com Tam Thien Huong Yelp reviews. “I love broken…

  • Voting

    Official Ballot Drop Box and Vote Center Sites in Milpitas

    Official Ballot Box

    While you MAY mail in the ballot for free, some are concerned that the Post Office may not be to handle the deluge of ballots, some may wish to use a drop box. These are the locations of the ONLY ballot return boxes in Milpitas and in nearby cities. Vote by Mail Ballot Tracking Vote by Mail Ballot Tracking Use this link to find out if your ballot has been received by the Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters. See also Vote Centers in Milpitas to Vote in Person Milpitas Innovation Campus 1331 East Calaveras Boulevard Drive into the east (upper, uphill) parking lot. Photo is of past location. This is what…

  • Dining & Food

    Japanese Dining in Milpitas

    Japanese dining is renowned for its emphasis on quality, presentation, and tradition. Here are some key features that define the Japanese dining experience: 1. **Seasonality**: Japanese cuisine places a strong emphasis on using seasonal ingredients. Dishes are often designed to highlight the flavors and textures of ingredients that are at their peak during a particular season. 2. **Presentation**: The visual presentation of food is incredibly important in Japanese dining. Meals are often arranged to be aesthetically pleasing, with attention to color, balance, and arrangement. This is sometimes referred to as “eating with the eyes.” 3. **Variety and Balance**: A traditional Japanese meal typically includes a variety of dishes to ensure…

  • High Tech

    Wi-Fi – Wireless Internet Access Points

    Free Wi-Fi

    According to Yelp, these are the best spots for free public wi-fi in Milpitas, CA. Most are restaurants, where you would be expected to order, but the public library is in the list, too. Welcome to the GoMilpitas High-Tech Wi-Fi page! While we focus on providing insights into Wi-Fi technology and services in the Milpitas area, we also want to highlight some of the best local spots where you can enjoy reliable internet access. Whether you’re working remotely, studying, or simply browsing, check out top-rated restaurants with great Wi-Fi for a productive meal or cozy cafes perfect for getting online. Don’t forget to visit the Milpitas Library, a fantastic place…

  • History

    Indigenous People (Ohlone Indians) of Silicon Valley

    Ohlone Indigenous people

    History of the Ohlone Indians, the indigenous people who inhabited the south San Francisco Bay region of California. Bloody Island Massacre To this day, the US Army, State of California, or County of Lake, have made no attempt to apologize for nearly annihilating the innocent Pomo people of Bodanapotti. California Powwow Calendar Check here for powwows of indigenous people being held in California. California Cultures: Native Americans At the time of Spanish colonization in the late 1700s, California was home to more than 300,000 indigenous people in more than 200 tribes. Their centuries-old way of life was brought to an end relatively quickly: native Californians soon established regular trading relationships with…

  • History

    Computer History

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    Apple II History This project began as a description of how the Apple II evolved into a IIGS, and some of the standards that emerged along the way. It has grown into a history of Apple Computer, with an emphasis on the place of the Apple II in that history. By Steven Weyhrich. Atari Games Museum The following pictures were taken in May of 2003, when Midway decided to close their Milpitas facility. The Milpitas facility was the old ‘Atari Games’ building. I was able to get some pictures, before everything was moved out of the building. Chief Yahoos:David Filo and Jerry Yang This interview was done over two meetings…

  • Arts & Entertainment

    Radio Stations to Listen Live Online

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    Most, but not all of these radio stations can be picked up in Milpitas, but several stations have been added for your online listening enjoyment that can only otherwise be picked up in nearby counties. Still, these are all northern California radio stations. First radio station link usually goes straight to their streaming service; second to the station’s home page. Most stations can also play through your Echo (Alexa). Just say “Alexa, play ….” and say the call letters of the radio station. If there is no comment that the station will work with Alexa, then it doesn’t work when I set up this page. I have not tested with…