Clayton Council to Explore Governance Training
For years City of Clayton has suffered from high staff turnover. Councilmember Holly Tillman has repeatedly asked Council for an independent investigation since October 2023. She felt it was the…
Close Encounters Thrill at Galapagos Islands
I was over the moon when my dream vacation to visit the Galapagos Islands became a reality. Although land-based tours of the Galapagos Islands are possible, where you sleep in…
Old-Fashioned Police Work Catches Birdnapper
On September 7, Feathered Follies store owner Mercedes Kemp opened her store and noticed in a back room the blinds were messed up, the cages were pushed over, the window…
Mobility Matters Volunteers Wanted
Mobility Matters is looking for people that are willing and able to give a little time each month to a senior in their community or a disabled veteran to take…
Concord City Council Moves to Amend Just Cause and Rent Control Ordinance
In a packed Council Chamber, at its meeting on February 25, 2025, Concord City Council directed staff to prepare amendments to the Residential Tenant Protection Program in the following two…
Mayor Obringer Delivers State of the City
On February 6, Mayor Carlyn Obringer speaks with former KPIX reporter, Ann Notarangelo, at the 40th State of the City luncheon at Concord Hilton. You can watch the entire interview…
Addressing the Needs of the City
As we embark on a new year in the City of Clayton, one of my highest priorities was to ensure that our City Administrative Team has the support that they…
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…