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Happy Tuesday, Concord! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything you need to know today in town.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 71 Low: 42.

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Here are the top five stories today in Concord:

  1. On Wednesday, Feb. 9, Suisun City Mayor Lori D. Wilson officially filed for candidacy in the April 5th Special Primary Election race for California's current 11th Assembly District. The vacancy was caused by former Assemblyman Jim Frazier's resignation at the end of December. By 5:00 PM the next day, Wilson, a Democrat, learned she was the only candidate to file. However, there is still time for write-in candidates to file and run in the race, through March 22. Those interested and who live in Contra Costa County must obtain the necessary documents from the Elections Office in Martinez. (Antioch Herald)
  2. The Antioch-based An Elderly Wish Foundation had a great turnout for its 21st Annual Heart to Heart Gala fundraiser on February 5. This year's theme was "Fiesta for Wishes" and featured a Mexican buffet dinner and Mariachi band. The event helped raise funds to grant wishes to individuals aged 50 or older who have a serious or chronic illness and live in Contra Costa County. To raise funds during the event both a live auction and silent auction of donated gift baskets and other valuable items were held. In addition sales of mystery envelopes and a 50/50 card raffle helped raise funds. To learn more follow on Facebook or visit the website where you can read about the wishes that have been granted through the years and you can make a tax-deductible donation at www.elderlywish.org. (Antioch Herald)
  3. As you enter the music room at Concord High, you'll be struck by the eye-catching acrylic paintings by Sabrina Willett. A recent graduate of San Diego State, Willett began her creative journey in 2017 as a self-taught special-effects makeup artist. In 2020, she began experimenting with different "canvases," such as worn vinyl records, jeans, leather jackets and basically anything that could be painted on. "Sabrina's artwork has brought color, relevance and inspiration to the classroom," says Martin Lejano, director of instrumental music and chair of the Performing Arts Department. "Existing in this artistic space filled with beautiful paintings of influential musicians can only lead to more musical inspiration." (Pioneer Publishers)
  4. A Valley soccer team from Sanger High School in the Central Valley was left speechless after parents say they were the target of racial insults from the opposing side, De La Salle. The Sanger High School soccer team traveled three hours north to De La Salle High School in Concord on Tuesday, ready to play in the state quarterfinals. Once the game kicked off, the intensity was felt on the field and the bleachers. "Some of them were calling our kids 'Edgar' and 'Juan,' and [asking] 'Do you need a burrito?'" according to one of the Sanger parents. De La Salle High School president David Holquin said remarks like that would be reprehensible and unacceptable. "We have spoken with CIF [California Interscholastic Federation] and the Sanger High principal and with individuals here as we continue to investigate," said Holquin. (ABC7)
  5. Supporters turned out in a show of support for the people of Ukraine at the Lafayette Hillside Crosses Memorial Sunday. See the touching tribute, here. (News 24/680)

Today in Concord:

  • Get the freshest produce Concord has to offer at the Farmers Market at Todos Santos Plaza. (9:00 AM)
  • Head out for the Eats & Beats Food Trucks at Giacomelli Park in Pittsburg. (5:00 PM)
  • It's Family Fun Night at the Solano Drive-in in Concord. (5:30 PM)
  • Learn line dancing at Vinnie's Bar and Grill in Concord. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Antioch Rivertown Veterans Lions club will host a Mardi Gras Crab Feed Saturday, March 12 at the VFW hall. Follow the Antioch Rivertown Veterans Lions club on its Facebook page.
  • Antioch police officers had the opportunity to share some heart-shaped greetings with beloved community members at the Bedford Center. The Bedford Center primarily serves East Contra Costa County and is the only licensed adult day health care center in this region. (antiochonthemove.com)
  • Check out the newest Moraga newsletter and learn about their summer concert series, the garden club, service awards and more!

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Events:

  • Comedy Night in Danville, CA Starring Kabir Singh From "AGT) (March 10)
  • Comedy Night in Danville, CA Starring Kabir Singh From "AGT) (March 10)
  • 27th Annual East Bay International Jewish Film Festival (March 12)
  • Arbor Day Tree Planting (March 12)
  • Arbor Day Tree Planting (March 12)
  • Forejour: The Ultimate Tribute to FOREigner and JOURney Live at the Lesher Center for the Arts! (March 12)
  • Diablo Symphony Presents "Sounds from California to Alaska" (March 13)
  • Contra Costa Wind Symphony - "Myths, Legends and Epic Tales" (March 20)
  • Employment for Everyone: Award-Winning Film Showcases at the Bankhead (March 26)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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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