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🌱Martinez Blaze Kills One + Pleasant Hill Burglary Suspects Arrested
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- A Concord man being investigated for a fentanyl overdose was arrested on child pornography charges.
- Apply for the new Antioch Police Oversight Commission.
- Join a hike in the new Thurgood Marshall Regional Park: Home of the Port Chicago 50!
But first, today's weather:
Turning cloudy and cool. High: 56 Low: 36.
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Here are the top stories today in Concord:
- A blaze erupted around 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday at an apartment complex in Martinez. One firefighting unit was involved and two people were rescued from the apartment. One later succumbed to their injuries. The other injured party was taken to John Muir Hospital in Concord. Neither victim was identified. The cause of the fire is under investigation. (The Legal Advocate)
- A Concord man was charged with receiving child pornography. Javier Antonio Ramirez was being investigated in a fentanyl overdose case that involved a Contra Costa minor. During the investigation, authorities checked the suspect's phone, and allegedly uncovered "multiple videos and images taken of him having sexual intercourse or engaging in sexually explicit conduct with a minor." Ramirez was taken into federal custody, where he remains. (Concord Patch)
- The Lindsay Wildlife Experience reminds people that this is baby animal season. Baby squirrels may be taking up residence in your trees. The Lindsay Wildlife Hospital notes an uptick in squirrel patients, due to residents trimming their trees. Save a baby squirrel. Wait until November to trim your trees. (Claycord.com)
- Two suspects were arrested in connection with more than 30 vehicle burglaries in the Ellinwood area of Pleasant Hill on February 3 and 4. Surveillance video revealed a suspect vehicle, and police recovered stolen property at locations where that vehicle was spotted.(Claycord.com)
- In her State of the City address, Concord Mayor Laura Hoffmeister highlighted several technological advances since she took office in Concord. "Hoffmeister pointed to the Police Department's use of drones and license plate readers to help solve crimes and find missing persons." She also asked citizens to consider joining Concord's Community Camera Registry program to help law enforcement with a few more "technological eyes" across the city landscape. (Pioneer Publishers)
Today in Concord:
- Hang up that apron and head over to Food Truck Thursday at Antioch Community Center and Water Park. (5:00 PM)
- Attend the closing reception for the memorial exhibition of photography by John Spence Weir at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill. (6:30 PM)
- Every Thursday, learn to dance the Salsa and Bachata at Vinnie's Bar in Concord. (8:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- You can still apply for Antioch's new Police Oversight Commission! The application deadline was extended until tomorrow, February 17. (Antioch Herald)
- Try Tai Chi at the Walnut Creek Library on February 20! "T'ai-chi Ch'uan is an ancient Chinese art which combines meditation in movement and healthful exercise. "
- "In honor of Black History month, join us for a public tour to explore the southern end of the new Thurgood Marshall Regional Park: Home of the Port Chicago 50, site of the former Concord Naval Weapons Station. As we hike, learn about the history of this land, stories of resistance and bravery, and the events here that played a vital role in the desegregation of the armed forces." The hike takes place on February 26. (Visit Concord)
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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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