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🌱 Patch AM: Walnut Creek Police Chief Readies End Of 30-Year Career

Coming up on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar: Joybound People & Pets Free Pet Food Pantry

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In today's newsletter:

  • Walnut Creek police chief retires as new local leader steps up
  • Were you at these Walnut Creek spots during the measles exposure window?
  • Who’s joining Tony La Russa onstage at Walnut Creek’s animal-rescue gala?

Also on today's calendar: Joybound People & Pets Free Pet Food Pantry and 9 more events.

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  • Tuesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 52 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mainly cloudy, showers around, temps: high: 50, low: 46.
  • Thursday: Periods of rain, with a high of 58 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Walnut Creek Police Chief Readies End Of 30-Year Career (patch.com) — Walnut Creek residents will soon see a change at the top of their police department as Chief Jamie Knox retires after leading the city through historically low crime and major modernization efforts. Captain Ryan Hibbs, a longtime Walnut Creek officer, will step into the chief’s role, pledging to strengthen community trust, support officers, and keep the city safe and welcoming.
   

2. Concerning Disease Exposure Reported in Walnut Creek--Did You Visit These Places? Bay Area Telegraph (bayareatelegraph.com) — Health officials warn that a confirmed measles case may have exposed people at several Walnut Creek businesses and the Kaiser ER between December 17 and 24, and urge anyone who visited those locations to check their vaccination status and watch for symptoms through mid-January. Measles is highly contagious, so residents—especially unvaccinated, pregnant, immunocompromised people and infants—are advised to call ahead before seeking care and consult Contra Costa Health for detailed guidance.
   

3. Eye on the Hills: La Russa's new animal rescue group to hold Jan. 25 gala (mercurynews.com) — Tony La Russa’s new nonprofit, La Russa Rescue Champions, is kicking off with a star-studded Jan. 25 gala at Walnut Creek’s Lesher Center, supporting grassroots animal rescues. The event features big-name musicians, comedians, and former A’s players, while a separate Glowfari light show at the Oakland Zoo continues drawing East Bay families through Jan. 25.
   

4. BART fares, bridge tolls set to rise Jan. 1 (mercurynews.com) — If you park or ride BART at Walnut Creek, expect higher costs starting January 1, with daily and monthly parking rates jumping alongside a 6.2% systemwide fare increase. The hikes are part of BART’s effort to close a looming budget gap and avoid major service cuts, while Bay Area bridge tolls will also rise by 50 cents for most drivers.
   

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    Wednesday December 31
  • StoryWalkÂŽ with Dougherty Station and San Ramon Libraries
    San Ramon Library 100 Montgomery St, San Ramon, CA 94583
  • Noon Years Eve
    Ygnacio Valley Library , 2661 Oak Grove Rd , Walnut Creek
    11:00 am
  • Noon Year's Eve Celebration
    San Ramon Library 100 Montgomery St, San Ramon, CA 94583
    11:15 am
  • K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance Party!
    Walnut Creek Library , 1644 N Broadway , Walnut Creek
    11:15 am
  • JV Boys Basketball @ San Ramon Valley
    San Ramon Valley High School , 501 Danville Blvd , Danville
    5:00 pm
    • Thursday January 1
  • "Voting Challenges Ahead" by League of Women Voters, Diablo Valley
    Diablo Valley Area
    9:00 am
    • Thursday January 8
  • Mt.Diablo Village Book Talk: "Super Agers" by Dr. Eric Topol
    Hillside Covenant Church , 2060 Magnolia Way , Walnut Creek
    3:00 pm
    • Saturday January 10
  • Pilates Foundations Pop-up
    The Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery , 1552 Bancroft Rd , Walnut Creek
    9:30 am
    • Monday January 12
  • Walnut Creek Garden Club Free Monthly Meeting
    Walnut Creek Elks Lodge #1811 , 1475 Creekside Dr , Walnut Creek
    9:00 am

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    Thank you to EVERYONE that reached out and or helped look for her! We’re elated to have her back where she belongs! (Nextdoor Countrywood)
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    Scout is a wonderful 8 month old Puppy. He loves walks on the canal trails, hiking in the hills, and playing with other active pups! Surprisingly… (Nextdoor Rancho San Miguel)
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