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🌱 AUSD School Safety Grant + East Bay Low Elevation Snow

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Hey, people of Concord! It's me again, Jeri Karges, your host of the Concord Daily.

First, today's weather:

A little rain in the morning. High: 48 Low: 35.

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Here are the top stories in Concord today:

  1. Cold and unsettled weather is expected to continue in the Bay Area through much of the week, according to the National Weather Service. The coldest of the systems is expected to come through the region on Tuesday. Low elevation snow may be possible Tuesday, mainly above 1,500 feet, with possible trace amounts in the North and East Bay Valleys. (Claycord.com)
  2. The Walnut Creek police department cautions you to not advertise what you got for Christmas. Break down all boxes and avoid putting them in the recycle bin right away. Those who wish to burglarize your home, will be looking for those big ticket item boxes in your recycling before and after the holidays. (Claycord.com)
  3. Talk about a Humbug! On Christmas Day, the Antioch Police Department responded to 7-Eleven at Hillcrest and E. Tregallas for a report of a male who pulled out a knife during an armed robbery. The suspect was located and surrendered after police used de-escalation techniques and the threat of a K9. Police took the man into custody. No other information was available. (East County Today)
  4. The Department of Justice announced, Thursday, nearly $126 million in funding to advance school safety under the STOP School Violence Act. The Antioch Unified School District received $492,451 in COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) funds and was the only district in the county, and only one of 10 in the state to be awarded a grant. AUSD will use the funds "for safety and security infrastructure, upgraded cameras, radios, lighting and more," said Superintendent Stephanie Anello. "This grant will free up funding that would have gone to safety and security infrastructure so that we can hire private security." (Antioch Herald)
  5. Two California Highway Patrol officers suffered minor injuries when they were struck by a fleeing suspect's vehicle during a traffic stop in Bay Point early Sunday. The incident took place at around 3:30 a.m. near Bailey Road and Canal Road. Injuries to the officers were described as minor, with both treated at a local hospital and released. (News 24/680)

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Today in Concord:

  • Walk off the holiday excesses at Mt Diablo 6 Peaks Hike. Meet at the Mitchell Canyon Visitor Center in Clayton. (7:00 AM)
  • Paint a couple who are ready for NYE on the town at Painting with a Twist in Pleasant Hill. (7:00 PM)
  • Come out for a Golden State Warriors Watch Party at Retro Junkie on their 15 ft outdoor screen in the Beer Garden. (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Are you thinking of taking the plunge in the new year into home ownership? ECHO Presents a Seminar for First Time Homebuyers. This series of two workshops, January 22nd & 29th, will help you determine if you are ready for homeownership, how to select a lender and shop for a home, all about closing costs, and how to be a successful homeowner.
  • Tree recycling for unincorporated areas of Danville and Walnut Creek, Alamo, Diablo, and Blackhawk as well as the cities and unincorporated areas of Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda will be on the same day as your regular garbage service but picked up by a separate truck. Information on dates and preparation can be found at this link.
  • The San Ramon City Clerk's Office hosts "San Ramon Government 101" - a class designed to enhance residents' understanding of city government, and encourage participation in the City's committees, commissions, and other volunteer opportunities.

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update!

— Jeri Karges

About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...

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