In early results, the Contra Costa County elections division shows that Measure I, which would allow Broadway Plaza to bring a new 92,000-square-foot department store into downtown… Read more “Walnut Creek’s pro-Neiman Marcus Measure I leading so far”
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Measures G & H: Early results show they are passing the 2/3 "yes" vote necessary
In very early results, the two measures to extend parcel taxes in school districts covering Walnut Creek elementary and middle schools and Walnut Creek and Lamorinda high… Read more “Measures G & H: Early results show they are passing the 2/3 "yes" vote necessary”
Associated Press calls Garamendi winner in California’s 10th congressional race; so far, early results show Garamendi in the lead
UPDATE 9:20 p.m. CBS5 says the Associated Press is calling the 10th congressional race, to replace former U.S. Representative Ellen Tauscher, for her fellow Democrat, state Lt.… Read more “Associated Press calls Garamendi winner in California’s 10th congressional race; so far, early results show Garamendi in the lead”
Willows Theatre in Concord will close for good
After 34 years of award-winning plays and musicals, the Willows Theatre Company will shut its doors at its venue at the Willows shopping center. Ongoing financial problems,… Read more “Willows Theatre in Concord will close for good”
Vote Tuesday!
Yeah, 2009 is an off-year for an election, and the ballot list isn’t long, but try as much as you can to vote. We’ve got some vitally… Read more “Vote Tuesday!”
Full moon tonight: Will you sleep?
I’m not sure I will. I predict I’ll fall asleep reasonably well tonight then awake at 1, 2, or 3 a.m. and not be able to go… Read more “Full moon tonight: Will you sleep?”
From Superintendent John Stockton: Final request for voters to say yes to Measure G
This is from John Stockton, superintendent of the Acalanes Union High School District, which covers Las Lomas High School in Walnut Creek, three other high schools in… Read more “From Superintendent John Stockton: Final request for voters to say yes to Measure G”
555YVR’s press release for its affordable housing units
A representative for the 555YVR residential complex at 555 Ygnacio Valley Road contacted me today to say that the developer was not trying to “hide” its Below… Read more “555YVR’s press release for its affordable housing units”
Sports dads behaving badly
During my son’s time playing soccer, basketball, and softball with Walnut Creek house leagues, he’s been coached by some really amazing dads, volunteering their time, sharing their… Read more “Sports dads behaving badly”
Is there too much homework and academic pressure on our kids?
Especially at younger ages? And what is the cost to their psychological and emotional well being? You can hear one local psychiatrist’s viewpoint on these issues at… Read more “Is there too much homework and academic pressure on our kids?”
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