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🌱CoCo Humanitarian Noms Open + Drive-by Shooting in Orinda

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Hi all! I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Concord Daily, full of all the local information you need to know right now.Keep reading for the latest.

First, today's weather:

Clouds giving way to sun. High: 77 Low: 61.

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Here are the top five stories today in Concord:

  1. Concord Vice-Mayor Laura Hoffmeister has been found guilty of driving under the influence of alcohol. She was sentenced to two days in jail and three years of probation. As part of her sentence Hoffmeister must also complete a three month DUI licensed program and pay a fine of almost $2,000. According to Claycord.com "Hoffmeister, who recently resigned from her day job as the Assistant to the City Manager in Clayton, was arrested on May 26 for DUI after being pulled over by Clayton Police for driving on the wrong side of the road on Pine Hollow Road." The DA and the Clayton police have declined to report what her blood alcohol was at the time of her arrest. (Claycord.com)
  2. A woman was grazed by gunfire after having her driver's side window allegedly shot out by a passing motorist on Highway 24 in Orinda on Monday night. Police investigated the area of the highway where the woman said the incident took place, but it is believed that they were unable to find any bullet casings. (News 24/680)
  3. On August 31 and then again on September 7, seventeen search warrants were executed throughout the city of Antioch, related to illegal cultivation of cannabis plants. According to News 24/680 "with the assistance of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Drug Enforcement Agency, and Antioch Code Enforcement, approximately 10,451 unlicensed indoor cannabis plants were seized with an estimated value of $7.3 million." Six firearms were also confiscated. (News 24/680)
  4. Two homes caught fire in Antioch just before midnight on Monday night. Firefighters responded to a call from one of the houses. Cypress trees that caught fire threw off some embers that likely set the neighboring house's attic on fire. The fire went to two alarms. Contra Costa County Fire is investigating the fire. No injuries were reported. (East County Today)
  5. Contra Costa County is seeking nominations for Humanitarian of the Year. The award will be given at the 45th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ceremony on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. According to the press release: "in the spirit of Dr. King's work, this year's theme is 'The Future Belongs to All.' Contra Costa County's Board of Supervisors will recognize two individuals, (1) a community member and (2) a student leader, whose dedication to others embodies the spirit and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the January event." The deadline to submit candidates for consideration is Friday, November 4. To submit online nominations and learn more about the county's celebration, visit the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ceremony website. (East County Today)

Today in Concord:

  • Grab a cup of coffee and join the Walnut Creek Chamber at a meet & mingle @victory_workspace in Downtown Walnut Creek. Open to the public. (7:30 a.m.)
  • Come join your neighbors for The Veranda Unplugged concert series! Bring a Blanket. Bring your friends & family. Stay for the fun. Bring a Blanket. Bring your friends & family. Stay for the fun. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Come feel like a Rockstar singing Karaoke on a professional stage at Vinnie's Bar in Concord. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Are you ready to take on the Taco Trail Challenge? Download this year's official passport and then use it to check-in at participating Concord taquerias and restaurants. The competition starts Thursday, September 15th! (Visit Concord via Instagram)
  • Don't forget Bay Area Rapid Transit is offering 50% off all fares for the entire month of September in celebration of their 50th anniversary! Visit bart.gov to learn more and plan your next transit ride. (City of Concord, California via Facebook)
  • Hot Rods 4 Paws Benefit Car show is coming to Historic Downtown Antioch for a 2nd year. On Sunday, September 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. come out for a fun family friendly event to help raise money for Furry Friends Pet Relief.

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  • The 12th Annual Martini Shake Off Gala & Competition (September 17)
  • Big-band Blues: Delta Wires at Almost Famous (September 17)
  • Stageright Drama Presents: "The Butler Did It" by Todd Wallinger (September 22)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you tomorrow for another 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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