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🌱New Concord Officials Sworn In + DUI Patrol Friday + New Transit COO

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Good morning, everybody. It's Thursday in Concord and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally, including updates on...

  • High school service clubs make the holidays count.
  • Danville's Michelin-approved Thai House Restaurant is closing.
  • Don't miss Yappy Hour with American Rescue Foundation (ARF)!

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with afternoon rain. High: 56 Low: 40.

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Here are the top stories in Concord today:

  1. Concord police is adding officers to patrol for DUI drivers on Friday night. "We want everyone to be as safe as possible, especially when they are on the road," Lt. Gregory Rodriguez said. CPD reminds you that impaired driving is not always drunk driving. Driving under the influence of other drugs, and even some over-the-counter drugs, is dangerous and illegal. (Claycord.com)
  2. We have some impressive young people in and around the Concord area. They're stepping up this holiday season as part of the service clubs at their high schools. "So many people today face harsh living situations, and it's our responsibility to ensure that they are heard and supported," said Tommy Nguyen, president of Concord High School's Key Club. (Pioneer Publishers)
  3. Tri-Delta Transit has a new Chief Operating Officer. Toan Tran will take over the position on December 12. He "comes to Tri Delta Transit with over 20 years of experience working in the transit industry." (Contra Costa News)
  4. In a split decision, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors decided Tuesday to allow the sale of non-flavored cannabis products in the unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County. The vote was 3-2 in favor of the ordinance, with supervisors Candace Andersen and Federal Glover dissenting. (Contra Costa News)
  5. Danville is losing a beloved "Michelin-approved" restaurant! The Sendee family is closing the doors of the revered Thai House Restaurant as of Christmas Day. They will focus on rest and retirement, they say. Good for them! But bad for my taste buds. (Mercury News via MSN)

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Today in Concord:

  • "Try some hands-on coding fun with different games and kits: Turing Tumble, Cubelets, and Bee-Bots" at the Danville Public Library. (4:00 PM)
  • "Unwind after work over cold drinks, smiling faces, and the company of furry, new friends" at Animal Rescue Foundation's Yappy Hour. (6:00 PM)
  • Join Retro Junkie in Walnut Creek for Comedian's Got Talent. (7:00 PM)

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You're officially in the loop for today. 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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