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Hello again, everybody! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Concord Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. In this issue, you'll find news about:

  • A violent suspect lost police in Nordstrom Rack in Pleasant Hill. He wasn't found until the next morning.
  • Martinez PD is selling patches to support pediatric cancer patients.
  • The Measure X Community Advisory Board is looking for members. If you're interested you could fill one of three vacancies.

But first, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 84 Low: 56.

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Here are the top stories in Concord today:

  1. A dramatic scene unfolded at Nordstrom Rack in Pleasant Hill on Tuesday and into Wednesday. A suspect, wanted for rape and domestic violence and driving what was believed to be a stolen vehicle, was being pursued by police . At the end of the pursuit, the suspect stopped his vehicle at the Sunvalley Shopping Center and fled into the Nordstrom Rack. Police evacuated the Nordstrom Rack and the Safeway next door without incident. The suspect continued to evade authorities until Wednesday morning, when Nordstrom Rack loss prevention officers saw the suspect lower himself from the store attic and try to flee. They tackled him and he was put under arrest without incident. He has been identified as 26-year-old Concord resident Joseph Alan Ramos. (Claycord.com)
  2. It's pediatric cancer awareness month and the Martinez PD is stepping up to help. They are selling Martinez Police patches, and all proceeds will go toward helping those with pediatric cancer. The patches are $10 and can be purchased at the Martinez Police Department's front counter, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez, Mon. – Fri. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Claycord.com)
  3. If you're interested in hearing from the candidates for City Council or Treasurer for Concord, head over to the Council Chambers at Concord City Hall tonight at 6. According to The Pioneer, "Candidates will field questions from moderator Tamara Steiner, chair of the Chamber's Government and Economic Policy Committee. Audience members can submit their own questions, as well." (Pioneer Publishers)
  4. Join business leaders, Diablo Valley College faculty and staff, community organizers and elected officials in a discussion about the future of Diablo Valley. The Diablo Valley Tech Initiative and Diablo Valley College "invite you to join a discussion about how to enable the Diablo Valley to cultivate and benefit from a thriving technology sector." This special presentation will take place at Diablo Valley College on Friday, September 30. Coffee and pastries will be provided by DVC Culinary Arts starting at 8 am. (dvti.org)
  5. Looking for ways to get out and enjoy this gorgeous autumn? The Pioneer published the fall calendar of amazing things to do in Concord and surrounding areas. Yup! There's definitely an Oktoberfest, but there's also an Eco Fest and a masquerade ball! They've covered all of the election events, concerts and more. Check it out! (Pioneer Publishers)

Today in Concord:

  • Put away that apron and head over to Food Truck Night at the Orinda Community Center. (5:00 PM)
  • It's sad to see it go, but tonight is the last Music and Market of the season! Bring your friends and family and say goodbye to summer at Todos Santos Plaza. (6:30 PM)
  • Learn how the Head of User Experience at Google Search creates the "fire of empathy" to build products that matter, at Bringing Empathy to Google Search. The event will be held in the Jean Hofmann Center for Innovation on Carondelet's main campus. (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The Measure X Community Advisory Board is looking for members. The board was established by the Board of Supervisors on February 2, 2021, to advise the Board of Supervisors on the use of Measure X transactions and use tax funds. Learn more and apply at this county website. Click on "Measure X Advisory Board."
  • It's almost time for the 5th annual Pittsburg Fishing Derby! The event will take place October 15 & 16. This is a target tournament, and anglers will be fishing for striped bass and sturgeon both on-shore and off-shore. You can register online here in September 2022 or in person (only on Saturday 10/15 from 8am-noon) at the Judge's Station at the Pittsburg boat launch ramps.
  • It's almost Halloween, so it must be time to make a monster! At least that's what the Lafayette Library thinks. Design your monster and then send it to them, or bring it to them in person and they'll display it at the library! Visitors will pick their fan favorites in two age categories (5th-8th, 9th-12th). Fan favorite artists will receive an artist's life-sized human skull model and a boba tea gift card. Time to get creepy!

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  • Blue Devils Special Needs Color Guard looking for new members (October 3)
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That's it for today! See you all 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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