Trainings upcoming for those wishing to volunteer as writer coaches at Richmond high schools
The highly-touted WriterCoach Connection program is holding upcoming training dates for volunteers in the community who would like to help strengthen students' writing skills at Kennedy and Richmond high schools.
The program, a partnership between the...
Inspiring Kennedy High grad needs advice on becoming voice actor for animated films
A remarkable graduate from Kennedy High school has a voice made for animated movies -- all she needs now is advice on how to break into the field, according to her former teachers.
Kennedy teachers...
Local youth invited to free financial bootcamp in Richmond on Monday called Mad City...
Local youth are encouraged to attend a free educational event in Richmond on Monday called Mad City Money, which intends to simulate the realities of financial independence.
The unique program sponsored by Travis Credit Union...
Local YMCA’s work to create healthier, safer communities highlighted in NY Times health blog
The local YMCA's work to build healthier and safer communities in Richmond was highlighted Monday in the New York Times' personal health blog.
The post centered on the YMCA of the USA's Healthier Communities Initiatives,...
WCCUSD educator invited to speak on White House ‘makers’ panel
The West Contra Costa Unified educator known for his unique approach at getting youth interested in STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) can now also say he's also won the attention of President...
500 residents expected at Richmond wellness event honoring legendary cyclist Major Taylor
While plans to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists in the Iron Triangle are in the works, community organizations are being proactive about promoting active lifestyles among local families.
On Saturday, an annual cycling and...
Before summer break, Grant Elementary families warned about lingering effects of smoke breaks
Shining a light on the consequences of second-hand smoke at Grant Elementary will hopefully convince parents not to light up around their kids or allow others to do so.
That was the main message from...
Exploring Richmond’s Rosie the Riveter Museum
The Santa Rosa Press Democrat explored the heroic efforts of the Richmond community this weekend in a feature and visitor's guide to the Rosie the Riveter Museum.
Carole Terwilliger Meyers writes that the City of Richmond does not...
Councilmember criticizes proposal to exclude students from Richmond Promise
The current proposal to exclude Richmond residents who attend charter schools from the $35 million Richmond Promise college scholarship program (CC Times article here) has angered community members who said the program was supposed...
Community advocates raising funds to send 15 Pullman Point kids to Oakland A’s game
Richmond community advocates are fundraising to send 15 kids from the Pullman Point housing complex to the Oakland A's game against the Texas Rangers on Thursday.
Local advocates Rodney Alamo Brown, David Simmons and Andre...
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What should San Pablo’s slogan be in 2020?
Time for a game of ad lib. Fill in the blank: "San Pablo 2020: The Year of ____."
At its meeting Monday, the San Pablo...
Richmond brewery launches comedy show
Another opportunity for live comedy is coming to Richmond. Armistice Brewing Company announced today it is planning to host its first "Barrel of Laughs...
La Selva Taqueria’s wild side
By Kathy Chouteau
Eater SF recently named La Selva Taqueria on a list of "destination-worthy tacos." But what we're here to talk about is the...
