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🌱Wet Weather Ahead + Co Co's Woman of the Year + Wall Safe Ripped Out

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Good morning, everybody! Let's get this day started off right with a quick dive into everything you need to know that's going on these days in town.

  • Thieves ripped the safe out of the wall at Bestoff Windows.
  • Input on the annual Amtrak San Joaquins' business plan is due next week.
  • Join the Neighborhood Cleanup Program in Antioch this weekend.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy and cool. High: 55 Low: 41.

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Here are the top stories in Concord today:

  1. Hunker down, Concord. It's going to be another nasty week. "There will be a chance of sub-freezing temperatures Tuesday into Thursday, with 'impactful' rain and wind potential late in the week and into the weekend," according to the National Weather Service. (Claycord.com)
  2. Thieves made a real mess of things at Bestoff Windows on Detroit Avenue in Concord. They stole a safe by literally ripping it out of the wall with a truck! You can see by the pictures that it's going to take a while to get everything cleaned up and put back in order. (Claycord.com)
  3. Senator Bill Dodd named Debbie Smith as Contra Costa County Woman of the Year. Smith was recognized due to her work with eliminating hazing from college campuses. Her son, Matt, died in a hazing incident and Smith "has channeled personal heartbreak and determination into something that will help make all of our kids safer. I am extremely grateful for her work, which is nothing short of inspiring, and am happy to recognize her for her many achievements," Dodd said. (Contra Costa News)
  4. Today the Clayton City Council will "consider termination of the Clayton Business and Community Association Master User Agreement." Mayor Jeff Wan requested the agenda item. The discussion will center around the cost-effectiveness of the agreement and whether taxpayers are subsidizing it. The meeting takes place at 7:00 p.m. (Contra Costa News)
  5. If you ride the Amtrak San Joaquins passenger rail line and bus service, and want to comment on its annual business plan, you have until March 15. The line serves Antioch, Martinez and Richmond and the deadline for its draft update is April 1, with a final version published in June. "Public comments must be submitted to Dan Leavitt at dan@sjjpa.com no later than Wednesday, March 15, 2023. DRAFT-2023-SJJPA-Business-Plan-Update_Public-Review-Draft.pdf" (Antioch Herald)

Today in Concord:

  • It's Family Fun Night at the Solano Drive-in in Concord. "Adults $6, kids 5-11 $2. 4 & Under free. Most screens are double features - 2 movies for 1 price." (5:30 PM)
  • Paint a gorgeous Tropical Teal Sunset at Painting with a Twist in Pleasant Hill. (6:30 PM)
  • "DJ Delta Dave provides free line dancing lessons with a country-themed night" at Vinnie's Bar in Concord. (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • "The East Bay Regional Park District is looking to hire over 50 new lifeguards for the 2023 swim season at its 12 East Bay swim facilities, which include lakes, lagoons, and swimming pools. All new lifeguard positions are seasonal, full-time positions from May through September. Anyone ages 16 and over before April 22, 2023, are encouraged to apply." (Contra Costa News)
  • Join Antioch Police on March 11 for the Neighborhood Cleanup Program. This time the focus will be Chichibu Park, at the corner of Acorn Road and G Street in Antioch. (Antioch Herald)
  • "Join Contra Costa County Library for a tournament of children's books! Each week books will go head-to-head until only one remains. Readers can vote online, right now. Vote for one book in each game. Vote for your favorites in the Sweet 16 until March 12. "

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday! 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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