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🌱 Toddler Recovered + Lafayette Stroll + Vasco Road Reopened

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Happy Saturday, people of Concord! Let's get you all caught up to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 72 Low: 51.

Here are the top stories in Concord today:

  1. On Friday, the Pittsburg Police Department announced a 24-year-old female has been arrested in connection with a stolen vehicle that prompted an Amber Alert. Just after 5:45 pm Thursday, Pittsburg Police Officers responded to the business located at 95 Bliss Avenue in regards to a vehicle theft where a one-year-old child was inside the car when it was taken. Police were informed that the father of the child had gotten out of the car and left the vehicle running with his daughter inside secured in a car seat. A woman approached and got into the car and drove off with the child before the father could stop her. A citizen reported seeing the woman on Harbor Street and police responded. The perpetrator is being held at the Martinez Detention Facility pending review of the case by the District Attorney. Thanks to our community for staying alert and assisting in the locating of the vehicle, child and responsible party. (East County Today)
  2. On Wednesday, the 2020 California Citizens Redistricting Commission released draft maps for the state's Congressional, State Senate, Assembly and Board of Equalization districts ahead of the CA Supreme Court mandated November 15, 2021 deadline. Proposed new Congressional Districts for Contra Costa County for the next 10 years put all of Antioch into one district instead of splitting it, as it is currently, and includes it with Concord, Walnut Creek, Lamorinda and the San Ramon Valley. (Antioch Herald)
  3. The Contra Costa Office of the Sheriff Forensic Services Division has been awarded a grant of $80,000 from the California Office of Traffic Safety. The funds will be used for the purchase of required testing supplies to continue supporting the Sheriff's Office testing program for driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) cases. (Claycord.com)
  4. The Lafayette Chamber invites you to a brief outdoor gathering followed by a stroll around the Lafayette Reservoir on Friday morning, November 19, 2021 at 7 am. Those willing are encouraged to join the Chamber for a walk around the paved path of the Reservoir starting at 7:30 am. This free event starts off near the dam with coffee and breakfast treats generously sponsored by Local Kitchens, and its restaurant partner, Wise Sons. Please register for this free event https://lafayettechamber.org/stroll (News 24/680)
  5. Vasco Road was briefly closed on Thursday, after the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District was dispatched to a report of a head-on vehicle crash near the county line of Contra Costa County and Alameda County. First responders reported 4 patients with two sustaining minor injuries, 1 moderate and 1 who was trapped in the vehicle. Per CHP, as of 7:11 pm, the roadway was back open. (East County Today)

Today in Concord:

  • Georgie Jane's 1st Christmas Market features 30+ vendors under one roof offering vintage items, holiday décor, handmade crafts and more. Cain's Corn Dogs will also be available (7:00 AM)
  • Come out for SnowFest 2021 at Sports Basement in Walnut Creek (10:00 AM)
  • The Local Boys will be at Cabarrus Brewing Company in Concord. (4:00 PM)
  • Enjoy an evening of performances by FUNKMODE students and friends. This adult-only showcase will feature adult dance classes, solo acts, singing, and more! (7:00 PM)

Concord Patch Notebook

  • Tears for Fears is coming to the Concord Pavilion in June 2022! (jambands.com)
  • Weekend plans? Have dinner at one of the many dining options at Todos Santos Plaza and watch a movie at @brendentheatres Concord! (Instagram)

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— 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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