So This Happened… Week of Nov. 8-14, 2021
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA (Nov. 14, 2021) — From turkeys gone awry to suffering through trauma at the kids’ table, Pioneer contributors share their Thanksgiving memories. Don’t worry, there’s some heartwarming stuff in there about Grandma, too.
Meanwhile, we delve into the history of the Indigenous people who once populated Contra Costa County and their relationship with the mountain they called Tuyshtak.
Mangini Ranch preview: Hit the Trail columnist Kevin Parker offers an inside peek into the 208-acre Mangini Ranch, which is set to open this spring. Acquired by Save Mount Diablo, the area is between Mt. Diablo State Park and the Lime Ridge and Crystal Ranch open spaces.
Going long: In his new column, Concord resident Dave Hughes looks at the trend toward full-length album releases by some local artists – including “Born in Trouble” from The 151 and “PP3” from Price Point.
Legal battle over charter school: After Clayton Valley Charter High School (CVCHS) got a favorable ruling from the California First District Court of Appeal, the Mount Diablo Unified School District said it will appeal to the state Supreme Court. At issue is CVCHS’ reimbursement to the district for use of the Concord campus, which the district owns.
More stories
Here are some other stories the Pioneer covered in the last week:
Child in stolen vehicle found safely, plus Concord PD report for Nov. 3-9.
Concord Council inks CNWS master developer deal.
Clayton seeks help on housing.
Saltwater returns to Pacheco Marsh; birds will follow.
Cry me a river – an atmospheric river.
Clayton officials quiz D.A. over prosecution policies.
Bon Appétit at Clayton Valley Charter High School with Chef Waller.
Despite turbulence, Concord PD moves forward with drones.
Concord mayor reflects on serving in extraordinary times.
Clayton council honors ‘respectful’ students.
Seven fall sports league titles go to five local schools.
Mt. Diablo High Jr. ROTC overall top performers at Weston Ranch High Sports Competition.
Pioneer Athlete Spotlights on Kiarra Henderson and Jianna Cereghino.
Fresh flavors at Kinja Sushi another reason to dine in downtown Concord.
Despite A-list cast, weak storylines mar “French Dispatch.”
“Deathtrap” keeps the audience guessing – and laughing.
Diablo Ballet celebrates 28th season with a return to the stage.
Understand your computer before opting for Windows 11.
Learning to trust again is part of the healing process.
Training bunnies may not be a lickety-split process.
Meet ARF’s adoption stars looking for forever homes.
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Bev Britton
Bev Britton graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of North Dakota and moved to the Bay Area with her soon-to-be husband Jim in 1986. She was features editor at the Contra Costa Times in Walnut Creek before becoming managing editor of the Contra Costa Sun in Lafayette in 1995. She retired from newsrooms in 2001, but an ad for the Clayton Pioneer drew her back in. The family moved to Lake Wildwood in the Gold Country a few years ago - but working at the Pioneer keeps her in touch with her old neighborhoods in Concord and Clayton.