Living in Contra Costa County

Pittsburg Data Center, Pinole Mayor Vote & Summer Events 2026

Real estate agent and host Amanda Abillano breaks down what is actually happening in Contra Costa County this week. In Episode 11, we cover Pittsburg's first major data center on the old Delta View Golf Course and what its power and water use could mean for nearby homeowners, why Pinole voters rejected directly electing their mayor, family-friendly Pride Month events across the county, and two can't-miss summer events: the Old Town Pittsburg Car Show and the Mrs. Roper Romp bar crawl in Brentwood. Whether you live in Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Concord, Pinole, or anywhere in the East Bay, this is your local guide to the events, development, and decisions shaping where we live. Stay connected with us for more real estate updates, community insights, and everything you need to know about living in Contra Costa County. 🌐 Website: LivinginContraCostaCounty.com 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/livingincontracostacounty Be sure to follow, subscribe, and share this podcast with anyone looking to make a move or stay informed about the East Bay!

Juneteenth, Concord Pride, $250 Underwater SF Land & an Orinda Spelling Bee Star | Ep. 10

What's happening in Contra Costa County this week? Episode 10 covers the Pleasant Hill Juneteenth celebration (June 5) and Concord Pride in the Plaza (June 6), the wild story of three underwater San Francisco lots that sold for under $250, an Orinda 7th grader headed to the national spelling bee, and Concord's new $1.5 million homeless outreach plan. Local news, real estate, and Bay Area life, with a sense of humor. Stay connected with us for more real estate updates, community insights, and everything you need to know about living in Contra Costa County. 🌐 Website: LivinginContraCostaCounty.com 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/livingincontracostacounty Be sure to follow, subscribe, and share this podcast with anyone looking to make a move or stay informed about the East Bay!

Living in Contra Costa County – Ep. 9: Oakley Bans AI Data Centers, Bay Area Transit Tax, 2026 Graduates & Summer Events

In Episode 9 of Living in Contra Costa County, we cover everything you need to know about what's happening in Contra Costa County right now. This week: Oakley becomes the first city in the Bay Area to extend an AI data center ban — we break down what it means for residents and property owners. We also cover the Connect Bay Area Act, the half-cent transit sales tax headed to the November 2026 ballot that could affect every commuter in the county. We shout out the Class of 2026 — from Diablo Valley College and Contra Costa College to high school seniors across Antioch, Concord, Walnut Creek, Brentwood, and beyond. Plus, we highlight two must-attend summer events: the Pleasant Hill Night Market and the Walnut Creek Art and Wine Festival. Have a new business in Contra Costa County? Email us at livingincontracostacounty@Gmail.com to be featured. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Contra Costa County? We can help. Reach out today. Subscribe for weekly local news, real estate tips, and community updates from Contra Costa County, California. Stay connected with us for more real estate updates, community insights, and everything you need to know about living in Contra Costa County. 🌐 Website: LivinginContraCostaCounty.com 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/livingincontracostacounty Be sure to follow, subscribe, and share this podcast with anyone looking to make a move or stay informed about the East Bay!

What's Happening in Contra Costa County This Week | KidFest, Navy Land Deal, Home Kitchens & More

What's happening in Contra Costa County this week? Episode 8 of Living in Contra Costa County covers local events, real estate, small business, schools, and local government news across the East Bay — including Concord, San Ramon, Pittsburg, Richmond, San Pablo, Brentwood, Walnut Creek, Antioch, and beyond. This week: Bay Area KidFest returns to the Toyota Pavilion at Concord for its 35th year over Memorial Day Weekend — May 24th and 25th — with rides, character meet-and-greets, Python Ron's Reptile Kingdom, a BMX stunt team, and a special Memorial Day ceremony. The San Ramon Art and Wind Festival is back at Central Park on May 24th and 25th with professional kite flying, three entertainment stages, fine arts, crafts, and food. In Concord, the City Council is set to vote on the Navy Term Sheet for the former Naval Weapons Station Reuse Project — a 30-year, $628 million redevelopment of 2,422 acres into 12,272 homes, commercial space, and parks. Contra Costa County made Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations permanent, allowing residents to earn up to $100,000 a year selling food from their home kitchens — and the county is now ranked 5th in California for home kitchen permits. Volunteers hit Point Pinole Regional Shoreline to pull invasive plants and protect the endangered salt marsh harvest mouse as part of East Bay Regional Park District's Earth Day effort. And the City of San Pablo is hosting community budget meetings after projecting a $2 million structural deficit driven by flattening casino revenues and rising costs. If you live in Concord, San Ramon, San Pablo, Pittsburg, Richmond, Walnut Creek, Antioch, Brentwood, Oakley, Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Clayton, Danville, El Cerrito, or anywhere in Contra Costa County — this episode is for you. 🎙️ Subscribe to Living in Contra Costa County for weekly local news, events, real estate, small business spotlights, and government updates across the East Bay. Topics Covered: Bay Area KidFest Concord 2026 | San Ramon Art and Wind Festival 2026 | Concord Naval Weapons Station reuse project | Contra Costa County home kitchen permit MEHKO | Point Pinole invasive plants volunteers Earth Day | San Pablo budget deficit 2026 | things to do in Contra Costa County Memorial Day weekend | Contra Costa County news | East Bay local news | living in Contra Costa County Stay connected with us for more real estate updates, community insights, and everything you need to know about living in Contra Costa County. 🌐 Website: LivinginContraCostaCounty.com 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/livingincontracostacounty Be sure to follow, subscribe, and share this podcast with anyone looking to make a move or stay informed about the East Bay!

Walnut Creek Senior Housing Breaks Records + El Cerrito Drops Flock Cameras | Contra Costa County News Ep. 7

Episode 7 of Living in Contra Costa County covers everything happening in the East Bay this week — from community events and local business to real estate, schools, and local government. This week:  The Pleasant Hill Art, Wine & Music Festival returns May 16–17 with free admission, 13 live acts, and a beer from the world's oldest brewery. Bay Area KidFest hits Concord Pavilion for its 35th year over Memorial Day Weekend with Python Ron, Super Mario, and a family dance party. In Walnut Creek, a senior housing initiative collected 7,200 signatures in just 25 days — the fastest in city history — putting 200+ senior housing units near BART on the November 2026 ballot. We spotlight Clayton Valley Farms in Clayton, the family-run farm where Farmer Mike is growing fresh produce, pressing juice, and hosting alpacas. San Ramon launches its new Third Thursday Arts & Eats series starting May 15th at Dougherty Station. And El Cerrito becomes the first city in Contra Costa County to drop its Flock Safety contract after federal agencies accessed local license plate data without authorization. If you live in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, Concord, San Ramon, Clayton, El Cerrito, or anywhere in Contra Costa County — this episode is for you. Stay connected with us for more real estate updates, community insights, and everything you need to know about living in Contra Costa County. 🌐 Website: LivinginContraCostaCounty.com 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/livingincontracostacounty Be sure to follow, subscribe, and share this podcast with anyone looking to make a move or stay informed about the East Bay!