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🌱Car Slams Into Concord Home + Old Martinez Schooner Visible

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Good morning, Concord! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know that's going on around town. Today you'll find news about these stories and more...

  • Here we go again! Another atmospheric river is bearing down upon us.
  • Catch a county road update from Contra Costa County Public Works.
  • Free groceries are available for low-income seniors at the Antioch Senior Center.

But first, today's weather:

Downpours; breezy in the a.m.. High: 53 Low: 44.

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Here are the top stories today in Concord:

  1. Just when you thought it was safe to go outside, another atmospheric river is slamming into the Bay Area. The worst of the weather is expected today. The rain will lighter than past storms, but the wind is expected to be the real threat. After this storm dies down, the next one is on its heels coming through tomorrow and possibly Thursday. Batten down the hatches, yet again, Concord! (Claycord.com)
  2. At low tide along the Martinez shoreline, the remains of an old schooner can still be seen. This schooner, called the Forester, was first launched in 1900 and was part of the lumber trade. In 1927 one of the partners bought out the other two and used the schooner as a tidal break for the newly built Carquinez Bridge. Ultimately, the Forester's only master lived out his days on the ship in the Martinez harbor. In 1975 a fire swept through the ship, burning it to the waterline and leaving what you see today. (martinezhistory.org)
  3. At approximately 9:45 am on Monday, a car being pursued by police slammed into a home on Port Chicago Highway. Police had backed off the pursuit due to safety concerns just before the incident happened. The suspect tried to flee on foot, allegedly trying to forcibly enter a nearby home. Police were able to intervene and arrest the suspect. (News 24/680)
  4. Contra Costa County Public Works runs updates on all of the county-maintained roads in unincorporated Contra Costa. Many of the roadways were impacted by the recent (and current) storms. "For road closure updates & other important information: www.contracosta.ca.gov" (Contra Costa News)

Today in Concord:

  • It's Family Fun Night at the Solano Drive-in in Concord. "Adults $6, kids 5-11 $2. 4 & Under free. Most screens are double features - 2 movies for 1 price." (5:30 PM)
  • Head over to the Pleasant Hill Library "for a lively and interactive performance by Unique Derique featuring hambone body percussion, history, and humor." (6:30 PM)
  • "DJ Delta Dave provides Free Line Dancing Lessons with a country-themed night" at Vinnie's Bar in Concord. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Low-income seniors (55+) can get free groceries at the Antioch Senior Center every second and fourth Wednesday. Registration is required. (Antioch Herald)
  • So many pretty spring greens are available at the local farmers' markets these days! Walnut Creek Magazine is here to help you figure out how to use all of that beautiful bounty of the season in a risotto with fresh fava beans and pea shoots. Yum!
  • "Come meet award-winning author and illustrator Rafael López in the Pittsburg Library. Rafael will draw and share his art process. Free books and tickets to Small World Park will be awarded to attendees." The Story Walk event takes place April 15.

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next 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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