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Coffee in hand, Walnut Creek? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. β˜•οΈοΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Walnut Creek attacker just became an All-American standout
  • How much did Walnut Creek-area gas prices drop before the holidays?
  • Why Rossmore is called a β€˜retirement mecca’ for LGBTQ+ seniors

Also on today's calendar: Local playwrights looking for teen actors and 9 more events.

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  • Saturday: Occasional rain and drizzle, with a high of 60 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, temps: high: 60, low: 52.
  • Monday: Rain; breezy in the morning, with a high of 59 and low of 50 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

1. Leggett and Richards Earn ACWPC All-America Honors - Air Force Academy Athletics (goairforcefalcons.com) β€” A Walnut Creek native, junior attacker Richards has earned All-America honorable mention after a standout season with Air Force men’s water polo, ranking among national leaders in goals, assists, and points. Fellow junior Leggett, from Santa Barbara, set multiple scoring records while receiving second-team All-America honors, marking a rare dual All-American season for the program.
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2. Holiday Season Delivers Lower California Gas Prices to End 2025 (contracosta.news) β€” Walnut Creek drivers are heading into the holidays with slightly cheaper gas, as Contra Costa County’s average price has dipped to $4.31 per gallon, down from earlier fall highs. The statewide average is $4.33, and both gas and public EV charging prices remain relatively stable, giving local travelers clearer expectations for road trips and commutes.
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3. East Bay LGBTQ+ Owned and Allied Destinations Beyond Oakland (sfbaytimes.com) β€” Walnut Creek’s Rossmore community gets a special shout-out as a β€œretirement mecca for LGBTQ+ seniors,” praised for living up to its inclusive reputation. The piece also spotlights other LGBTQ+-owned or allied destinations around the East Bay, from Berkeley bagels to Emeryville dining and Hayward nightlife, positioning Rossmore as part of a broader, growing queer-friendly scene.
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4. Walnut Creek man charged with wage theft, money laundering in San Mateo County (eastbaytimes.com) β€” A Walnut Creek resident is facing multiple felony charges in San Mateo County, accused of diverting more than $200,000 from a senior facility catering contract and failing to pay staff over $8,000 in wages. Prosecutors also allege significant unreported income and unpaid state taxes, while the defense says the case is still in its early stages and under review.
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