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🌱Dominic Aliano Named District Coordinator + Concord Date Night Ideas
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Concord.
Hi there, Concord! I'm here in your inbox today to get you up to speed on everything you need to know that's going on around town. Today you'll find news about:
- A 19-year-old Pittsburg man is missing.
- A Pittsburg DUI checkpoint caught three people driving under the influence.
- Learn to sew at Pleasant Hill Library's makers space.
But first, today's weather:
Rain; breezy in the morning. High: 55 Low: 42.
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Here are the top stories today in Concord:
- Senator Steve Glazer hired ex-Concord mayor Dominic Aliano as his new District Coordinator. Aliano replaces George Escutia, who held the position for the last 3 1/2 years. Senator Glazer said, "Dominic has a strong background in delivering on the needs of local constituents. And he brings a personal history to my Senate District, having been raised in Concord and serving their residents on the City Council." (Contra Costa News)
- Friends and family of a missing 19-year-old Pittsburg man are asking for help locating him. Damond Lazenby went missing early on New Year's Day. His phone last pinged at the Chevron on Willow Pass, according to a family friend. Lazenby's "clothes were found outside his still running car, which was located in the Port Chicago area." Right now, foul play isn't expected, according to the Concord Police. (KTVU FOX 2 San Francisco)
- A Pittsburg police DUI checkpoint held right before New Year's Eve nabbed three drivers who were allegedly driving under the influence. The officers at the checkpoint also cited 15 others for offenses, including driving without a valid license. (Claycord.com)
- An inmate who was brought to the Martinez Detention Center on January 31 and had tested positive for COVID upon arrival, has died while in custody. Officials have not released his name. "The countywide law enforcement involved fatal incident protocol was invoked and the investigation is ongoing." (Claycord.com)
- Thieves smashed the car window of a customer at the Wells Fargo branch in Danville. That wouldn't be too alarming, except that the driver of the vehicle was in the car at the time! "A purse, laptop and money were taken though the driver was not believed to be injured." (News 24/680)
Today in Concord:
- Learn to sew in the library maker space at the Pleasant Hill Library. (3:00 PM)
- Paint a Cosmic Lagoon at Painting with a Twist in Pleasant Hill. Drinks are just $4. (4:00 PM)
- It's '90s Comedy Night at Retro Junkie in Walnut Creek. (7:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- "Look inside the homes currently on the market near you! ...We've made a list of the three recently listed open houses scheduled in the Concord area." (Concord Patch)
- Want to find date ideas in Concord? Here's a list of 41 romantic things to do with your date in and near our fair city. (Dymabroad)
- "The City of Concord is currently recruiting community members to serve on its boards and commissions. Applications are due by Friday, Jan. 20 at 5 p.m." (City of Concord, California via Facebook)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!
— 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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