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August 1 marks Gabriela and Ernst Freitag's 30th year anniversary since purchasing the iconic bakery. Salute to and cel...
07/30/2025

August 1 marks Gabriela and Ernst Freitag's 30th year anniversary since purchasing the iconic bakery. Salute to and celebrate with them on August 1, for free coffee, free cake samples and enter win a free cake.
1848 Willow Pass Rd. Congratualtions.

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/1462aff4cc.htmlPapa Jake Larson WWII is on the cover again for his passing. But over the w...
07/28/2025

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Papa Jake Larson WWII is on the cover again for his passing. But over the weekend, Normandy conducted an incredible farewell on Omaha Beach in homage to his service. They sent photos and video as it was happening. To the people of Normandy, he was far more than just a soldier. Link above is flip pages, mobile phone users, this is pdf.https://www.diablogazette.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DiabloGazette-Aug-25-16pgs.pdf

07/19/2025

Sadly, Jake Larson, the decorated World War II veteran who is featured on the cover our July’s Diablo Gazette, passed away on Thursday, July 17 in Martinez. He was 102.

Larson survived the D-Day and later captivated millions as the social media sensation "Papa Jake.”

Jake enlisted in the National Guard in 1938 at just 15 years old, fibbing about his age to serve his country. His military journey took him through some of the most intense battles of World War II. As a staff sergeant, he played a role in planning the D-Day operation and landed on Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944, amid relentless enemy fire.

Jake often recounted miraculous escapes, including stumbling over a large pebble that saved him from machine gun bullets and narrowly avoiding an artillery shell that struck a stretcher where he had been resting.

He participated in six major battles, including the Battle of the Bulge, and advanced with Allied forces through France and into Germany, emerging unscathed and dubbing himself "the luckiest man in the world."

After the war, Jake returned to civilian life, settling in the Bay Area

Reat in Peace, Papa Jake.

Here's a neat calendar for those looking for a new pet. there are several adoption events coming up this month. Calenda...
07/09/2025

Here's a neat calendar for those looking for a new pet. there are several adoption events coming up this month. Calendar provided by County Supervisor Ken Carlson's office.

Pancakes, Runs, Parades, pyrotechnics show everywhere! Have a Happy and Safe Fourth of July.
07/04/2025

Pancakes, Runs, Parades, pyrotechnics show everywhere! Have a Happy and Safe Fourth of July.

07/04/2025

KVHS SPARED!
For those who weren't aware, KVHS 90.5 FM had become a fine (free form) music station ran by volunteers, but operationally funded by MDUSD, who has no money for things like this. Under the threat of forfeiting their license, a truly valuable asset to sacrifice, they have agreed to sell the license to Contra Costa County Office of Education, marking a new chapter for the noncommercial educational FM station.

KVHS has served the central Contra Costa County community since its founding at Clayton Valley High School in 1966.

“KVHS has a rich legacy of serving the local community and empowering young people through radio, and we are excited to be part of the next chapter in that legacy,” Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey said.

Last week, the MDUSD Board of Education unanimously approved a purchase agreement to transfer the KVHS license to CCCOE for $1.

“We are thrilled to work with the Contra Costa County Office of Education on preserving the radio station,” MDUSD Superintendent Dr. Adam Clark said. “The station is in good hands."

The transfer is pending approval by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), a process that typically takes approximately three months. In the meantime, CCCOE is working to secure a temporary home for the station’s antenna and will apply for a Special Temporary Authority (STA) from the FCC to resume over-the-air broadcasting.


Until the antenna is relocated and the STA is approved, KVHS will continue to broadcast online at kvhs.com, ensuring continued access to community content.

KVHS started as a project at Clayton Valley High School more than 50 years ago and has undergone significant change since it first began broadcasting. The initiative aligns with CCCOE’s broader goals of expanding career technical education (CTE) pathways and ensuring equitable access to innovative learning experiences across the county.


As a community supported station, KVHS can accept donations to help support operations. Donations can be accepted at https://donorbox.org/support-kvhs-radio-station.

https://heyzine.com/flip-book/e8bb7d2c1b.htmlDiablo Gazette July 2025Veteran Papa Jake wins Emmy, Normandy Checks in wit...
06/30/2025

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Diablo Gazette July 2025
Veteran Papa Jake wins Emmy, Normandy Checks in with Diablo Gazette for D-Day Festival, Welch Family Historical Reunion, Clayton Responds to Disappointing Grand Jury Report, July Events, Summertime Wine Pairing, A Visit to Beautiful Bodega Bay, Sugartown Music and Street Fai

06/20/2025

First day of summer. Don't forget your free shake today at Wayback Burger at 4375 Clayton road in Concord. No purchases necessary. Get one free 12 0z. vanilla shake per person.
It's our (Diablo Gazette) treat.

Meet columnist Jill Hedgecock this Saturday at her book signing at Reasonable Books in Lafayette. (3645 C Mt. Diablo Blv...
06/18/2025

Meet columnist Jill Hedgecock this Saturday at her book signing at Reasonable Books in Lafayette. (3645 C Mt. Diablo Blvd.) for her latest release, "Pizco".
Reasonable Books is one of very few bookstores that will feature and support local authors.

First day of summer is only a few days away. Join us for a Free shake this Friday! No purchase necessary.
06/18/2025

First day of summer is only a few days away. Join us for a Free shake this Friday! No purchase necessary.

Here is the band line up at King of County BBQ and Musical Festival this weekend at Waterfront Park in Martinez. Startin...
06/13/2025

Here is the band line up at King of County BBQ and Musical Festival this weekend at Waterfront Park in Martinez. Starting today.

Friday, June 13, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. The Floorshakers - High Energy Funk, Soul & Rock n Roll

Saturday, June 14, 2025
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Evan Thomas & The Brotherhood - Funk, Soul & Blues
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Garage Land Rodeo- Rock, Blues & Soul
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sixteen Scandals- 80's Cover
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. RJae Hass Band - Latin Rock
Saturday BBQ Competition Awards! 4:00 p.m. -1st, 2nd, and 3rd place

Sunday, June 15, 2025
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The Landbirds - High Energy 60's Rock & Roll
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Michelle Lambert - Pop/Folk, Singer/Songwriter
4:30p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Ruby Party Band - Rock/Pop/Dance
Sunday's BBQ Competition Awards 4:00 p.m. - 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place

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