‘Some folks wonder why our city is named Walnut Creek. Especially if they only drive in and out of town, without walking about much, they may very well miss sight of the creeks running below our streets. And what with the extensive development of the downtown area, they’re not likely to notice any walnut trees, either. You’ve heard ‘em say it—“No walnuts, and no creeks!” Well, it’s the purpose of this here blog to dispel such urban myths and set the record straight. We have walnuts and we have creeks, as well as a whole lot of history running beneath the surface of our fine city. All you’ve got to do is stop and take a look.’