MexiHibachi chef turns TikTok success into Richmond business
By Mike Kinney
Chef Francisco Arce gets an idea, does a little dance, then he's off to the races creating delicious meals in front of thousands of his adoring TikTok fans from around the world.
With...
‘The Blue Store’ aims to provide more than convenience
By Mike Kinney
Lovingly known as The Blue Store because of the building's bright blue exterior, the market at 23rd Street and Maricopa Avenue in Richmond has both a legacy and a relatively new owner...
Central Pharmacy continues long track record of community care
By Mike Kinney
Richie Duenas, a Richmond resident and owner of the Central Pharmacy, with locations at 23rd Street and Macdonald Avenue in Richmond and also at the Redwood Square Shopping Center in Vallejo, insists...
Weekly ‘Coffee Pop-Up’ coming to CoBiz
By Kathy Chouteau
Coffee, matcha, nitro cold brews and pastries…Whatever your pleasure, you can find it every Thursday at the “Coffee Pop-Up” from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at CoBiz Richmond.
The downtown Richmond co-working site and business incubator...
Ted the Handychick breaks ground helping clients ‘from the studs up’
By Kathy Chouteau
Ted the Handychick is known for repairing, remodeling and upgrading whatever is needed around the house, but she’s also broken the mold by being a successful woman in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Since...
The Grout Guys are about family, community and results
By Mike Kinney
Mark Torres is well known for putting in long hours for his community as president of the Richmond Little League Baseball and Girl’s Softball for the last 17 years, and as a...
R&R Cafe enjoys successful first year in business
By Mike Kinney
One year after opening, R&R Cafe in San Pablo is thriving, largely thanks to its welcoming menu and environment.
Recently, the Standard stopped by the eatery at at 1260 Rumrill Blvd. to see...
Richmond business sells gear to keep outdoor workers safe
By Mike Kinney
California Safety Gear owner Michael Sierra believes in equipping working people of Richmond and the Bay Area with the right safety equipment and clothing to get the job done.
California Safety Gear moved...
Monvera Glass Decoration innovates, expands at Richmond’s Ford Point
By Mike Aldax
The historic Ford Point has been a symbol of innovation on Richmond’s waterfront for nearly a century, and Monvera Glass Decoration, which has operated there since 2011, is keeping that tradition alive.
Launched...
How local grocer became a natural wonder
By Mike Kinney
Bob Gerner, founder of the popular El Cerrito Natural Grocery Company (which, in fact, is actually located within Richmond city limits), has been dedicated to the natural food business for more than...
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Winter Solstice gathering at Point Pinole to feature singing and ‘shrooms
By Kathy Chouteau
Got plans for the Winter Solstice? How about a community song circle and mushroom walk?
Eileen Hazel of Eileen Hazel Music out of...
Richmond Fire Youth Academy to host Open House for prospective recruits
By Kathy Chouteau
The Richmond Fire Youth Academy will host an “Open House and Sign-Up Info Day” Saturday, Dec. 9 from 8 a.m. to 2...
From its first campus in a Richmond shipyard, 4CD marks 75 years
By Kathy Chouteau
The Contra Costa Community College District (4CD) is celebrating its 75th anniversary.
The Governing Board of 4CD will launch a year of celebrations...
