A Veteran’s Story: I Survived Pinatubo
Somebody once wrote that there is a book in each of us waiting to be written, and veteran Marine Staff Sergeant Mark Clifford, from Lafayette, has done just that and…
Shop Local to Keep Your Sales Tax Dollars in Martinez
By Bianne Zorn, Mayor, City of Martinez The holiday season has begun! We all inherently know that we should shop locally and support our local businesses, but there are some…
Sugar Plum Coffee Shop Turns 65!
By David King Sugar Plum, known as the 2nd oldest-running restaurant in Concord, is now another year older (Barney’s Hickory Pit is the oldest) and will be celebrating its 65th…
The Blue Devils C Corps Announces 2025 Auditions for Young Performers
The Blue Devils C Corps, which is part of the world-renowned Blue Devils Performing Arts organization, is announcing auditions for its 2025 season. This is a perfect opportunity for beginner…
Identity Theft: What to Know and How to Protect Yourself
In today’s digital era, taps and clicks are part of everyday conveniences that help us shop, pay bills, and order food. Websites and apps allow quick and easy communication, money…