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Vol. 17, No. 19
Cities working to develop key properties
May 12, 2017
Out Blue ribbon winner Getting On The Water
by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer
Over the next few weeks, The Press will explore the plans for the 2,712 acres in southeast Antioch and 431 acres – 285 of which are undeveloped – in northwest Brentwood. The proposed future extension of Brentwood’s Sand Creek Road, westerly into Antioch to Deer Valley Road and possibly to the southerly end of Dallas Ranch Road, will connect key pieces of property in the two cities. A 12-person working group, comprised of city councilmembers, planning commissioners, property owners, business leaders and residents, is in the early stages of developing a specific plan for a key piece of real estate in northwest Brentwood. The property – surrounded by Lone Tree Way to the north, Heidorn Ranch Road to the west, Sand Creek Road to the south and Shady Willow Lane to the east – is expected to be the city’s future job-generating hub and an ideal location for mixed-use development. The area is owned by an estimated 20 different owners, including local farmers. The effort will create an outline see Develop page 26A
Check out this week’s special Boating & Yachting edition for all things nautical. Page 1B
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ami Gibson, on her horse Finn, holds up her blue ribbon following participation in the Contra Costa County Fair competition, held at the Rafter D Ranch in Brentwood. Some of the winners from that event will go on to compete again at the fair in Antioch this weekend. “It was a fabulous day,” said Kelly Mykrantz, event organizer. “I am very proud of these kids; they worked hard, and it was really amazing to see how they cheered for each other.” For more information, visit www.contracostafair.com.
Freedom honors top students by Aly Brown Staff Writer
As summer rapidly approaches, area schools have begun to announce their highest-ranking and second highest-ranking students – valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively – and Freedom High School has two individuals worth celebrating. Wyatt Hamrick – Valedictorian Recognized as the student with the highest cumulative GPA, Wyatt Hamrick landed the coveted valedictorian title for the class of 2017 with a 4.42 GPA. An academically geared individual, he also obtained a place on the Principal’s Honor Roll for the past four years and participated in the Heritage STEM Club, in addition to playing football his freshman year. In the community, Wyatt has spent the last seven years volunteer-
Photo by Tony Kukulich
Photo by Tony Kukulich
Wyatt Hamrick is Freedom High School’s valedictorian for the class of 2017.
Nicholas Pels is Freedom High School’s salutatorian for the class of 2017.
ing at the Monument Crisis Center and the Contra Costa Food Bank, as well as two years volunteering at Menlo Park Veterans Hospital. “Wyatt is a thoughtful contemplative young man,” said AP
English teacher Megan LaVallee. “His quiet demeanor masks an intellectual mastermind and a maturity beyond his years. His tenacity with his critical thinking provokes stimulus in his peers, uplifting all
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who surround him. His diligent and persevering nature will serve him well as he embarks into his future.” When it comes to his future, Wyatt will attend the University of California Los Angeles to study aerospace engineering, with plans to pursue a career in the development of aircraft, spacecraft or electrical technology. “My mom was always there for support and motivation during my academic endeavors,” Wyatt said. “She never let me doubt my potential to succeed, which allowed me to focus on getting good grades. I know she will always be there with unconditional love, as I pursue my dream to be an aerospace engineer at UCLA.” Wyatt’s mother, Marcia Hamrick, said ever since he was a small child, her son would look into the stars with wonder, telling her he see Students page 26A
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Day Trippin’ On The Delta
Explore the Delta for day trips filled with folklore, food and breathtaking scenery. Page 10A
Heritage Fells Freedom
Heritage avenges a loss from earlier in the season, beating the Falcons 4-0. Page 21A Calendar............................. 11B Classifieds..........................11A Cop Logs............................. 10B Entertainment.................... 9A Food....................................... 8A Health & Beauty...............17A Milestones.........................27A Opinion...............................18A Pets......................................20A Sports..................................21A
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Goodguys 24th Summer GetTogether comes to the Alameda Fairgrounds.
Brentwood Police Department joins in National Motorcycle Safety Awareness.