Understanding Credit Utilization
Credit utilization refers to the percentage of available credit that you’re using across credit cards and additional lines of credit. This is determined by the balances shown in your credit…
Behind the Scenes, Clayton Community is Gloria-ous!
Many of us are looking forward to the Clayton Oktoberfest on October 5-6. This event has become one of the premier events in the Bay Area. The downtown festival aims…
Know Your Concord Council Candidates
This November, two City Council Districts will be on the ballot, District 2 and District 4. Here is a look at the candidates and a gently edited look at their…
There’s a New Cat Rescue in Town
By Jill Hedgecock, photos by Diane Walsh At first glance, the Cat Lounge, which is changing its name to The Cat Chillin’ Zone (CCZ), in Martinez is in the business…
Domination: There’s No End to Amit Elor’s Competitive Spirit
By David King There’s few who can say at age 20 that they are the best in the world, but Walnut Creek native, Amit Elor, can having walked away with…
The Blue Devils Earns the Bronze Medal at the 2024 Drum Corps International Championship
Blue Devils B Captures Silver Medal at DCI Open Class The Blue Devils organization has once again demonstrated its exceptional artistry and excellence at the 2024 Drum Corps International Finals,…
BLUE DEVILS COMPETING FOR 22ND WORLD TITLE, WATCH PARTY AT TODOS SANTOS
The Blue Devils, 21-time World Champions, are poised to captivate audiences once again at the 2024 Drum Corps International (DCI) Finals in Indianapolis, Indiana. On August 10, 2024, at the…
Clayton Watch Launches Website
At the Clayton City Council meeting on July 16, resident Gary Hood announced that Clayton Watch has formed a Political Action Committee (PAC) and has launched a new website, claytonwatch.org.Clayton…
Election Security: 2-Step Verification? Try 48-Steps
Security is layered into every aspect of Contra Costa County’s elections and local officials take many steps – 48 steps to be exact – to protect our vote. The Contra…