So This Happened…Week of Aug. 5 through 11, 2024
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA (August 11, 2024) — Olympic wrestler, Amit Elor, brings home the gold to Contra Costa County from Paris. At 20 years old, she became the youngest American wrestler ever to win an Olympic Gold Medal, male or female. Read the complete story.
Pioneer sports editor Jay continued his adventures at the Olympics as well. Read about his accidental brush with history.
Meanwhile back home, communities all over the country got together for the annual National Night Out celebrations. Temperatures near 100 degrees, but those who braved the heat got a chance to meet local government officials and first responders. Check out our photos from NNO events in Clayton and Pleasant Hill.
White Pony Express will continue to help feed the hungry at their brand new headquarters in Concord. All are invited to their grand opening celebration on Aug. 23. Click below to read more.
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Here are some other stories the Pioneer covered recently:
Emergency blood shortage: Red Cross donors needed now
ADUs can provide rental income, or home for family member
Contra Costa County warns residents of election scams
Brookfield Properties to host community workshop on parks and open space
Downtown Pleasant Hill Announces FREE August 2024 Summer Concert
Walnut Creek Arts and Rec promotes senior programs for wellness month<
Clayton Library will close for HVAC replacement starting Aug. 10
Contra Costa Health recommends indoor masking as COVID infections rise
Bill AB017 will help to rein in junk fees for consumers
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