Representatives of the Antioch Chamber of Commerce join Simone Theus, center, her family and friends, at the ribbon cutting of Simone’s Double Double Day Spa in Antioch on Saturday, December 1st.

By Allen Payton, Publisher

Licensed esthetician, Simone Theus thanked those who helped her realize her dream of opening her own business, before cutting the red ribbon to officially open her day spa in Antioch, on Saturday, December 1st. The name, Double Double Day Spa, got its origin from a verse in scripture, Isaiah 61:7, which states “Instead of your shame you will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace you will rejoice in your inheritance. And so you will inherit a double portion in your land, and everlasting joy will be yours.”

Located at 1614 A Street, Simone’s Double Double Day Spa offers facials, plus massage from The On Call Therapist inside the same location. Call Simone at 925-727-1458 to set an appointment.

By Sergeant Dimitri Barakos, Antioch Police Department Community Policing

On Sunday, December 9, 2012 at approximately 1:38 a.m., officers were dispatched to a residence on West 17th Street in Antioch. The resident called to report a suspicious male on his front porch. Upon arrival at the residence officers located the male on the front porch and determined he had been stabbed multiple times. Officers provided medical assistance until emergency medical personnel arrived.

Officers were able to determine where the stabbing occurred, but that information is not being released at this time. The investigation is ongoing and there is no suspect information available. The victim is in stable condition with non life-threatening injuries.

You may text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using key word ANTIOCH.

By Lieutenant Diane Aguinaga, Antioch Police Investigations Bureau

The Antioch Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 10:37 p.m. in the 2300 block of Banyan Way. The victim is a 43 year-old male. He was shot multiple times in front of his residence.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Rob Green at (925) 779-6932. You may also text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using key word ANTIOCH.

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Sophomore outfielder Anjelina Mayjoffo from Antioch, California was among thousands of student-athletes from 600 institutions named 2012 National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) All-America Scholar-Athlete Award winners, announced late Thursday afternoon.

The NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete Award is presented to any player submitted by a member coach who achieved a grade-point average north of 3.50 during the 2011-12 academic year. The prestigious honor marks the second component of the Association’s academic award program. Back in late October the squads with the highest GPAs in each membership category were recognized as the 2012 NFCA Top Ten All-Academic Teams.

Mayjoffo not only excelled on the diamond earning New England Collegiate Conference (NECC) Rookie of the Week honors twice while hitting a team-high .406 in 24 games but also in the classroom receiving the honors for the first time. The Antioch native looks to build off her impressive freshman season where she tied Nighthawk career single-game highs with four hits and four runs scored against non-conference Framingham State College on April 5, 2012. She plays both infield and outfield for the team.

Mayjoffo, a 2011 graduate of Deer Valley High School, was a two-sport athlete in high school. She played four years of varsity softball under Head Coach Amy Tillson and three years of varsity soccer. She’s the daughter of Julie and Don Mayjoffo. Anjelina volunteered in local little league and church.

Newbury College has been a leader in career focused education for 50 years. The school is located in Brookline, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston. For more information visit www.newbury.edu.

Griffin

On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, Antioch Police Detectives presented their case to the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office and formal charges were filed on 24 year-old Jeremy Mark Griffin of Oakley, 24 year-old Boise Alexander Duggan of Concord and 28 year-old Johntue Felix-Hinds of Antioch for the shooting death of 32 year-old Juan Jose Hernandez on November 14, 2012. All three suspects were charged with murder and assault with a firearm.

Griffin was additionally charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm and dissuading a witness, which are both felonies.

Duggan was additionally charged with being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, dissuading a

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witness, felony evading of a police officer, first degree residential burglary as well as a “Three Strikes” enhancement.

During the investigation, police learned that the incident began after clothes belonging to Griffin, Duggan and a third person came up missing from the apartment complex laundry room. Griffin, Duggan and Hinds went to Apartment 43 to locate the missing clothes when an argument ensued between them and the occupants. Hernandez, who was not involved in the theft of the clothes was

Felix-Hinds

attacked by the group and fatally shot.

You may text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using key word ANTIOCH.

Join us this Saturday, December 8, 2012 for our HOLIDAY Event! Take advantage of our holiday sales, free product with purchase, samples, and the opportunity to WIN PRIZES!

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ATTENTION MMA FANS: We will be having a meet and greet with Professional MMA Fighter, Strikeforce veteran and Zuffa Top Bantamweight superstar ALEXIS DAVIS! Receive your own personal autographed photo too!

Stop by from 12 to 4PM!

MaxMuscle is located at 5887 Lone Tree Way, Suite R, in Antioch near Lumpy’s and Office Depot. For more information call 757-6299 or visit www.MaxMuscleAntioch.com.

Dear Editor:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Antioch voters for electing me to the Antioch School Board. Your overwhelming support will not go unheeded. I plan to be an advocate for all children and their families. I will be visible at the schools and listen to concerns from all school employees and parents.

I am proud to be a member of this wonderful city and this dedicated board, and will uphold the vision it has for Antioch schools.

Barbara Jean Cowan
Antioch School Board Member-Elect