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Also on today's calendar: Martini Shake Off and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• UPDATE: Threats Prompt Lockdown At Alhambra High School; Police Say Messages Came From Overseas Source (claycord.com) — Alhambra High School in Martinez briefly went into lockdown after anonymous messages falsely claimed someone on campus had weapons and explosives. Martinez police, aided by other agencies, cleared the school, deemed the threats not credible, and contacted the FBI; counseling is available for students, and anyone with information is urged to reach out to Martinez detectives.
• Martinez officials reiterate commitment to marina improvements (mercurynews.com) — Martinez leaders are grappling with costly deterioration at the city's marina, warning that without a private partner they may face service cuts or even a managed retreat from the waterfront. Officials have entered exclusive talks with a development firm, insist no new taxpayer funding will be used, and are simultaneously planning backup options as state shoreline-adaptation deadlines loom.
• County accepting applications for Fish and Wildlife Committee at-large seats (thepress.net) — Contra Costa County is seeking applicants for two at-large seats on its Fish and Wildlife Committee, with applications due by Nov. 9 and processed through county offices in Martinez. Any county resident can apply online or by mailing or delivering forms to Escobar Street, with interviews expected later in November for those interested in shaping local habitat and wildlife policy.
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