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Good morning, Concord! Let's get this Thursday started off right, with a quick dive into everything you need to know that's happening in town these days. In today's newsletter, we have these stories and more...

  • To celebrate American Red Cross Month, county blood donation sites are ready.
  • The Aquatic Invasive Plant Control Program aims to clean out the Delta.
  • Congressman Mark DeSaulnier is holding a town hall meeting today.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cool. High: 60 Low: 39.

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Here are the top stories in Concord today:

  1. Got a jones for a great burger, but your favorite burger joint is dark? Don't worry! Nation's Giant Hamburgers on Clayton Road is closed, but it's only temporary. The building is undergoing a $325,000 remodel that will take a few months. In the meantime, you can take your jones over to the location in Pleasant Hill. That location was recently remodeled. The Pittsburg location is next up for a facelift. (Claycord.com)
  2. This poor guy got a flat tire in the rain running through the mother of all potholes on I-680 in Pacheco on Tuesday. But he was soon hosting a party on the side of the road for a dozen or so other cars that got caught in the same pothole! CHP finally posted a car over the hole so more motorists would not succumb to its curse. (News 24/680)
  3. It's American Red Cross Month and "the Northern California Coastal Region of the Red Cross is honoring those who make its mission possible during the 80th annual American Red Cross Month celebration." As part of that celebration, you can give back by donating blood at several locations across Contra Costa County, including Pleasant Hill and Walnut Creek. (Contra Costa News)
  4. The Delta's gettin' a haircut! California State Parks' Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) just started "this year's Aquatic Invasive Plant Control Program in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and its southern tributaries." Without this program, invasive plants would grow out of control. You can see the list of control actions in this article from Contra Costa News.
  5. Contra Costa College will participate in the Achieving the Dream program, which uses data collection and analysis to "help students succeed." (Concord Patch)

Today in Concord:

  • Satisfy the whole family's cravings at Food Truck Night at the Antioch Community Center and Water Park. (5:00 PM)
  • It's Salsa and Bachata Dance Night at Vinnie's Bar in Concord. (8:00 PM)
  • Don't miss Live Band Karaoke at Retro Junkie in Walnut Creek. (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • "Plan the best summer or interview for a seasonal position at our Summer Camp Expo and Job Fair this Saturday, March 4! Free face painting, crafts, games and more!" (City of Concord, California via Facebook)
  • "Exploring new properties in and around Concord? Check out the local homes currently on the market near you." (Concord Patch)
  • "Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) will host a virtual town hall today, March 2, at 12 p.m. PT. The congressman will answer questions and give an update about House Democrats' legislative priorities to support American families." (Pioneer Publishers)

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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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