By Jill Hedgecock Back in the early 20th Century, playwright Eugene O’Neill’s name was as recognizable to the public as film director Stephen Spielberg’s is today. O’Neill’s genius in bringing…
By Misty Bruns An accident occurred in June 1882 on the line of the Northern Railroad which was almost a tragedy. Thomas Davis was among the passengers on the train…
Spring is the season of new beginnings, and the perfect time to share some exciting news about special events and happenings coming soon to Concord.On Friday, May 27th, the Concord…
with Misty Bruns Henry McNamara dies in France -104 years agoFirst Martinez Soldier to Fall in World War “Henry McNamara was the first Contra Costa boy to give his life…
It is often talked about that in the original Constitution of 1787 African Americans were considered as 3/5th of other folks and that it reflected the racist attitude of the…
A WALK THROUGH TIME As the people of Contra Costa county were enjoying the festivities of the Christmas season, the town of Byron comes together. It started out as a…
