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🌱Martinez Town Hall Recording + Opportunity Junction Alums Earn $100M

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Good morning, Concord! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know that's going on around town.

  • A fatal vehicle-vs.-pedestrian collision happened on Marsh Drive on Wednesday.
  • San Ramon Valley fire crews rescued a man near the summit of Mt. Diablo.
  • A Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Delta Conveyance Project is out for public review.

But first, today's weather:

Clouds giving way to some sun. High: 58 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories today in Concord:

  1. The City of Martinez held a Town Hall meeting on Monday night regarding recent events at the Martinez Refinery, along with related reports from Contra Costa Health (CCH) and the Air District. If you missed the meeting, you can see the recording at www.cityofmartinez.org/martinezrefinery. (Claycord.com)
  2. A vehicle-vs.-pedestrian collision on Marsh Drive at Mobile Drive in Pacheco resulted in the death of one individual. The fire department reported to the police that it was a possible hit and run. The roadway was shut down for a time on Wednesday due to the accident. (Claycord.com)
  3. San Ramon Valley fire crews were summoned to the peak of Mt. Diablo late Wednesday night when a driver phoned to tell them that "Satan had instructed him to stab himself and drive off the roadway." Crews were challenged by the late hour and the terrain, but they were able to rescue the driver, who had sustained injuries. (News 24/680)
  4. Opportunity Junction alumni have earned a collective $100 million since graduation! "We are incredibly proud of the hard work our alumni have put in to make their families and our community stronger and more prosperous," said Alissa Friedman, president and CEO. "I love it when alumni come in to tell us about a promotion or a new car or even a home purchase. These relationships mean so much to me." (Contra Costa News)


Today in Concord:

  • Heart & Soul will be at Retro Junkie in Walnut Creek. (6:00 PM)
  • Howell Devine will be at Roxx on Main in Martinez. (7:00 PM)
  • "California Stand Up Presents Kabir Singh & Jeremy Curry" at Tommy T's in Pleasanton. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The Pioneer has tips and suggestions for keeping your pets safe during the holidays.
  • "The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has issued a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Delta Conveyance Project for public review. The document is available here and the USACE Draft EIS public review and comment period lasts until February 14, 2023." (Contra Costa News)
  • Have you downloaded your Walnut Creek shopping and dining guide? It's the best resource for shopping local this holiday season.

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday! 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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