Syncing Traffic Lights To Be Completed by 2027
Since I first ran for Concord City Council in 2010, I have been asked, “When is the city going to sync the traffic lights?” The good news: much work has…
Bring on the Lion Dance
The Chinese New Year is a celebration recognized by many Asian cultures, not just the Chinese. In China, it’s referred to as the Spring Festival. Lunar New Year date changes…
Diablo Ballet’s Fiona Hutchen’s Near Deaf Experience
Meet Fiona Hutchens, 22, a ballerina with the Diablo Ballet and certified in American Ballet Theatre curriculum. She also teaches at Oakland Ballet School and at Diablo Ballet School. Her…
Clayton’s MK-ULTRA Victim’s Revealing New Novel
Project MK-ULTRA was the code name for a covert CIA mind-control and chemical interrogation research program, run by the Office of Scientific Intelligence. This official U.S. government program began in…
Save Mount Diablo’s All-Volunteer Band, Blue-Eyed Grass Releases Album
Save Mount Diablo’s all-volunteer band, Blue-Eyed Grass, has just released their new album containing mostly original songs about nature and conservation.Of the 11 songs on the album, which is entitled…
Concord Showing Pride with Adopt-A-Program
Nearly a month has passed since I was sworn in for my third term on the Concord City Council and was honored to accept the gavel and the title of…
Pairing with Christmas Ales
I love traditions because taking part in them allows you to recall fond memories of years past. Traditions are worth preserving whether they are spending time with people you see…
Microgreens Deliver Major Nutritional Benefits
Many all-natural gardeners tend to their indoor veggies this time of year. The hottest trend in indoor food production is growing “Microgreens.” They only need water, indirect sun, a flat…
Plan B is for Bambino’s, the Best Pizza in Town
When Henryk Glodek purchased Bambino’s in Concord in March of 2023, it was his life’s Plan B should his primary job end. He knew he would be tasked with carrying…
The Future of Banking: How Capital One and Discover are Redefining Service and Community Impact in the East Bay
By David King Walnut Creek, Calif. — In an age where convenience, technology, and community are more connected than ever, the future of banking is poised to transform the customer…