That’s not just the name of a middling Beach Boys album (seen here with a portion of my CD collection behind it). Fifteen big ones also sums up my tenure at the Daily Bulletin. Today (Saturday, March 10) is my 15th anniversary. Huzzah!

Yes, it was March 10, 1997, 15 years ago, when I first reported for duty here at 2041 E. Fourth St. in Ontario, assigned to cover the city of Fontana. From there I was assigned to Upland, features, general assignment and, of course, columnist duties.

I began as a twice-a-week columnist (in addition to other duties) in 1998 and was promoted to three-times-a-week (with no other duties) in 2001. Of course since then I’ve launched this very blog, plus a Facebook page and a Twitter page.

Needless to say, this is the longest I’ve held a job (previous record: four years), and I expect to stay here, if they let me. I like my job. And you folks reading this help make it fun.

I’ll be celebrating the occasion Saturday night with friends at Vince’s Spaghetti in Ontario. Is there a more quintessential Daily Bulletin-area restaurant than Vince’s? It was the only possible choice. If you’re there too, give me a wave or say hello.

Here’s to another 15 big ones.