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Strategic Digital Cuts Through the Marketing Noise, Right Here in Brentwood

If digital marketing advice makes your head spin, good news— Strategic Digital right here in Brentwood does things differently. Founder Bob Mankin and his team skip the overwhelm and focus on what actually works for local businesses.

Hometown pride on display in downtown Antioch

If you were in Antioch on the 4th, you know — this year's Independence Day was something special. Thousands turned out for a full day of parade action, live music from the band Serpentine at Waldie Plaza, food trucks, a kids zone, and a fireworks show that had everyone cheering. Melody's Dance Studio took home the "Best Performance" trophy in the parade, Mayor Ron Bernal and the city's parks team were out in force, and the whole scene was pure East County summer magic. Happy belated 250th, America.

Source: AntiochHerald.com

A Pittsburg Theater's Second Act: Council Considers Management Deal

The Pittsburg City Council is being asked to extend its management contract with Entertainment Lane, Inc. for the California Theatre, a deal that could reach $1.4 million. The one-year extension includes monthly payments of about $29,166 and a revenue-sharing agreement that gives the company 20% of gross revenue above $650,000. The council will vote on the proposal at its July 20 meeting.

Source: contracosta.news

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If you haven't made it to a Friday night concert in Downtown Brentwood yet, the second half of the season is packed — July 17th brings Adam Aldama & The Aces (Throwback Hip Hop & R&B), July 24th has Carlos Xavier (Latin/Salsa), and July 31st wraps the month with The Billy Martini Show. All shows are 7 PM – 9 PM at City Park, all free, all ages.

Over in Pittsburg, Old Town keeps the party going with Car Shows & Music on Railroad Avenue on July 23rd and a Family Fun Friday on July 31st. Summer in East County is good.

Source: contracosta.news

Here's an event to mark on your calendar right now. On Monday, August 17th, Downtown Brentwood is hosting the 2nd Annual Catwalk of Courage — an evening where local cancer warriors and their families take the runway in fashions donated by Downtown Brentwood boutiques. The night kicks off with a reception at Co. Co. County Wine Co., then moves to The Delta Theatre for the fashion show, all to benefit the Adventure Therapy Foundation and Dylan's Dream, two nonprofits helping families going through cancer right here in our community.

Grab your tickets — this one is going to be beautiful. Two shows, One evening. $50 with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Adventure Therapy Foundation and Dylan’s Dream.

A familiar face will be the head of the Brentwood Police Department starting on July 16th, 2026.

Yesterday was officially Day 1 for Walter O'Grodnick as Brentwood's 13th Chief of Police, and it's hard to imagine a better fit. With 28 years of service in Brentwood, he brings deep local knowledge and a commitment to professionalism and transparency.

The decision by Acting City Manager Terrance Davis followed a community survey where over 240 participants identified key leadership qualities that aligned with O'Grodnick's experience, such as public safety, integrity, accountability, and community-oriented policing.

O'Grodnick has served as Brentwood’s Interm Chief of Police since September of 2025. There will be an open house on August 22nd, 2026 from 11 AM - 1 PM held by Brentwood PD so the public can say hello and meet their new chief in person.