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🌱DUI Rollover Crash on Hwy 4 + Diamond Terrace Food Drive
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Concord.
Happy Wednesday, people of Concord! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.
First, today's weather:
Mostly sunny and cool. High: 70 Low: 48.
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Here are the top five stories today in Concord:
- DUI is suspected to be a factor in a fatal rollover crash late Sunday night on state Highway 4 near Antioch, the California Highway Patrol said. The crash involved one car, a blue Chrysler PT Cruiser, and was reported at 11:50 p.m. Sunday on eastbound SR-4 near state Highway 160. Four people were injured and one was pronounced dead at the hospital. "Our preliminary investigation indicates the Chrysler was traveling eastbound on SR-4, at a speed yet to be determined, when the driver allowed the vehicle to veer to the right completely off the roadway," the CHP said. "The driver was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence but ultimately released to the hospital to be treated for her injuries sustained in the collision." (Concord Patch)
- The Contra Costa Board of Supervisors took up several spending initiatives at their meeting on Tuesday. Agenda items were centered on the CARES program, Sheriff's department staffing in unincorporated areas, increasing wages for county employees, wellness programs for African American residents and tenant legal services. (Claycord.com)
- Clayton Valley Charter High School Junior Kyle Hetherton is organizing a food drive at Diamond Terrace senior-living community in Clayton. From now until May 14, the public will be able to donate non-perishable food to the Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano through bins at the Diamond Terrace, which is located at 6401 Center St. (Claycord.com)
- Welcome Daniel Sohn as the Antioch Chamber of Commerce President & CEO! Sohn is the current CEO of the Sonoma County Alliance located in the North Bay Area. He will succeed outgoing Chamber CEO Sean Wright and assume the overall direction of the chamber's operations in June. For more information on the Antioch Chamber of Commerce, visit: www.antiochchamber.com. (East County Today)
- And while we're at it... Welcome Chief Dr. Steve A. Ford Ed.D, M.S., B.S., as the new Chief of Police for Antioch! Dr. Ford, recently retired from the San Francisco Police Department as a Commander. He holds an Associate of Sciences Degree from San Francisco City College, a Bachelor of Science Degree from San Francisco State University, a Master of Science Degree from California State University-Long Beach, and a Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership from Saint Mary's College-California. (Antioch on the Move)
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Today in Concord:
- Ever thought about dining out at the Pleasant Hill Library? Well, tonight you can with Food Truck Nights! (5 p.m.)
- Love strawberries and milk? Paint a Strawberry Cow at Painting with a Twist in Pleasant Hill. (6:30 p.m.)
- It's Open Mic Night at Tommy T's in Pleasanton. (7 p.m.)
- How well do you know your Friend's episodes or Hole songs? Test your knowledge at Throwback Trivia Night every Wednesday @ Retro Junkie Bar in Walnut Creek. (7 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Looking for things to do in your retirement? Consider joining SIR San Ramon Valley Branch 128. It has monthly luncheon meetings with interesting speakers and good fellowship. The next luncheon will occur on Wednesday May 18 at 11 a.m. at the Bridges, 9000 S. Gale Ridge, San Ramon. (News 24/680)
- "Let's go fly a kite!" at The San Ramon Art & Wind Festival! The Art & Wind Festival is scheduled for Sunday and Monday, May 29–30 in San Ramon's Central Park, 12501 Alcosta Boulevard from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.
- Wanna get out into nature, but aren't sure what to do when you get there? The East Bay Regional Parks have TONS of suggestions! Search this interactive database for all of the activities in and around the East Bay.
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- 2022 Hike for Hope (May 14)
- Blues, Soul & R&B: Tia Carroll at Almost Famous Wine Lounge (May 14)
- ONLINE WAREHOUSE SALE: MAY 13 - 15 (Le Marché Pop Up Spring 2022) (May 15)
- Ygnacio Valley High School Class of 1971 50th (+1) Reunion (May 21)
- Mt. Diablo: A Symphonic Portrait (May 22)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow morning 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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