Spring has arrived, and now is the time for parents to begin planning their children’s summer activities, says local businessman Jim Lark, owner of The Little Gym of Brentwood.
Parents want to find...
Nearly two years ago, Antioch resident Brittney Gougeon shone a spotlight on crime and blight in the community by quietly starting a Facebook group called Take Back Antioch (TBA).
But last Friday, ...
Homeowners looking to reduce their utility bills might start by looking on the roof.
Local residents who install solar panels can save as much as $200,000 on electric bills over the life of the sy...
Hannah Nicole Vineyards and Winery in Brentwood has announced that its 18,000-square-foot winery, tasting room and event venue is under new ownership. Daily operations will continue under current m...
If you’re feeling uneasy about jumping onto the solar bandwagon, consider easing yourself into it with the help of Smart Energy Consultants. Tim Rolan, Bryan Swiers and Denise Dimock make up the tr...
Shantell and Damon Owens sat down at a Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Livermore for the first time two years ago, and by the time they walked out the door, they were converts. The Dallas-based barbecue h...
The Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce unveiled its new and improved website to a standing-room-only crowd at the Chamber’s Feb. 26 mixer.
Kicking off 2013 with the introduction of its new Board of ...
Each year thousands of women are unable to secure employment because they don’t have access to appropriate ensembles to wear on job interviews. To address the problem, the company dressbarn is team...
Dynese Mouzakis Hess, licensed esthetician/acne specialist and owner of The Skin Liaison Skin Care & Acne Clinic, located at 729 First St. in Brentwood, is celebrating five years of successfully tr...
Andrew Spears, a Farmers Insurance agent operating out of Antioch, has completed the Career Agents Course at the University of Farmers training facility in Agoura Hills, Calif. The university, whic...
If you enjoy German food, this is your lucky day. If you’ve never ventured to Island Joe’s on Bethel Island, where Donna Simon and granddaughter Tracey Kropelnicki have begun serving up a variety o...
The Discovery Bay Lions Club hosts its first Chamber of Commerce mixer of the year on Tuesday, Feb. 26 at Aladino’s Pizza, 1555 Riverlake Road.
“We’re looking forward to another great year of fun a...
For more than 25 years, Body by Jose at Lifestyle Health & Fitness (BBJ@Lifestyle) co-owner Jose Garcia has been immersed in the health and fitness industry as a competitor, coach and rehabilitatio...
Coffee connoisseur and tireless entrepreneur Sam Seibaa runs What a Grind in Brentwood out of what used to be the fro-yo shop Yogurt Jungle. Not to be confused with the defunct It’s a Grind coffeeh...
Cathie Marples is a 4-foot 1-inch dynamo. “I certainly am a special breed, a real character and all that,” she said with wry self-awareness. “I have a zest for life. I’m smart, and I’m fast, too.”
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Ever thought about owning your own business, but didn’t want to start from scratch? A career in franchise ownership might be right for you. Exploring Business Ownership looks into how franchising c...
Wedding dresses are more than just yards and yards of gorgeous fabric: The elegant garments ignite myriad emotions as well.
Prior to opening His & Hers Formal Wear, Susanne Larson and Annette Becks...
Before there’s a wedding to plan, you need a proposal. And in order to wow her into accepting your proposal, you’ll need an engagement ring worthy of your bride-to-be. Enter Donna Ross, owner of Cr...
When little girls dream about their wedding day, they picture themselves gliding down a petal-strewn aisle in a flowing beaded gown as soft candlelight reflects off their misty eyes and beaming smi...
Glen Skelton has been in the restaurant business for most of his life. A rich family history of culinary skills and years of experience has helped him maintain his own catering business in Brentwoo...