By Capt. Leonard Orman, Support Services, Antioch Police Department

On Monday, June 9, 2014 at approximately 4:16 pm, officers of the Antioch Police Department made contact with a group of subjects in the 1600 block of Sycamore Drive in Antioch. One of the subjects was armed with a handgun and fled from police. While attempting to detain the suspect, one of the officers shot the suspect. The suspect was transported to the hospital with what appears to be a non-life threatening wound. The officer involved is a veteran officer of the Antioch Police Department and was not injured. No further details are being released at this time.

Dr. John Copeland receives his alumni award from Grinnell Alumni Council President Susan Henken-Thielen during the Alumni Assembly on Saturday May 31, 2014. photo by Justin Hayworth

Grinnell, Iowa — Grinnell College recognized the professional accomplishments and service contributions of 10 alumni during Alumni Reunion Weekend, May 30-June 1, on the Grinnell campus.

Alumni Award recipients are members of reunion classes who have distinguished themselves in their careers and communities and embody Grinnell’s mission of lifelong learning and service.

The honored alumni are:

Dr. John Copeland. photo by Justin Hayworth

— M. Anne Brineman Anderson, a member of the Class of 1964 from Washington, D.C., for decades of work toward peace as a leader with activist and advocacy groups.

— Noga Ashkenazi, a member of the Class of 2009 from Tel Aviv, Israel, who used her documentary film work to bring attention—and reform—to the issues faced by women in prison. (Ashkenazi is one of two recipients of this year’s Pioneer Awards, which recognize distinctive achievements made by alumni who have graduated within the past 10 years.)

— Elizabeth Barnard Brooke ’54, from Vienna, Va., for decades of leadership in journalism at U.S. News & World Report, and for her extensive community service.

— Martha Grodzins Butt, a member of the Class of 1964, for helping Grinnellians, and others, build connections with Thailand, both through her work at Payap University in Chiang Mai and through her volunteer leadership and service at Grinnell.

— Peter Coyote, a member of the Class of 1964 and a resident of Mill Valley, Calif., for his work as an actor and social activist.

— G. Peter “Pete” Ferrell III, a member of the Class of 1974 and a resident of Beaumont, Kan., for his leadership in sustainability—both through his work with wind energy and through his service on the boards of the Land Institute, the Beaumont Community Association, and other environmental organizations.

— Anthony Hyatt, a 1985 Grinnell graduate now living in Bethesda, Md., for using music to inspire older generations to sing, dance and socialize with each other.

— Sarah B. R. Labowitz, a member of the Class of 2004 and a resident of New York, N.Y., for her nuanced and pioneering work in the areas of human rights, Internet freedom, and cyber policy. (Labowitz is one of two recipients of this year’s Pioneer Awards, which recognize distinctive achievements made by alumni who have graduated within the past 10 years.)

— Samuel Schuman, a member of the Class of 1964 and a resident of Asheville, N.C., for significant contributions—both as a scholar and a chancellor—to the field of higher education.

About Grinnell College

Since its founding in 1846, Grinnell has become one of the nation’s premier liberal arts colleges, enrolling 1,600 students from all 50 states and from as many international countries. Grinnell’s rigorous academic program emphasizes excellence in education for students in the liberal arts; the college offers the B.A. degree in a range of departments across the humanities, arts and sciences. Grinnell has a strong tradition of social responsibility and action, and self-governance and personal responsibility are key components of campus life. More information about Grinnell College is available at www.grinnell.edu.

By Sergeant Morefield, Investigations Bureau, Antioch Police Department

On Thursday, June 5, 2014, between 2:00 and 9:00 PM, officers and detectives of the Antioch Police Department, in partnership with members of the Pittsburg Police Department, as well as the FBI conducted a proactive enforcement detail in the City of Antioch and parts of Pittsburg. This operation was targeted at some of the high crime areas of these cities. A high risk parole search was also conducted in the 1600 block of Sycamore as part of this operation.

The entire operation lasted from early afternoon into the evening hours and yielded a total of 15 arrests for charges ranging from narcotics possession and sales to weapon possession, counterfeiting, and fugitive warrants. In addition to these misdemeanor and felony arrests, three loaded firearms were seized during this operation along with various narcotics and counterfeit bills.

No additional information concerning this operation will be released at this time.

Any further information will be provided by the Investigations Bureau at (925) 779-6939. You may also text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using key word ANTIOCH.

Editor:

There’s mixed news on Antioch’s Fourth of July. The downsides, for many, are the changes. The Parade route has been altered from the traditional E Street kickoff to a now L Street start. The fireworks have been moved from the riverfront to the County Fairgrounds.

I count myself as one who will miss the ambiance of floats and marchers passing the historic Rivertown storefronts and water view. I, too, will miss the excitement of aerial displays over the San Joaquin. It was vintage small-town Americana at its’ best.

The twin culprits forcing the change are two in number; safety and costs.

Despite all the fencing in the world, the crowds simply get unto the railroad tracks. Added to our police manpower shortfalls that spells nightmare. Also, after a two year lapse with the City stopping funding of the event, the strain of raising $65,000, much of which goes for police overtime, just got to be too much.

Let’s dwell, though, on positives. There is plenty to rejoice.

The core of the event is still alive and well. Private security will now man the festivities, aided by some Sheriff Department presence. Security will be less problematic in the more controlled Fairgrounds at Tenth and L. Admission remains free and, much to our delight, parking is ample. Free street lots will be announced and the Fairground lot is available at $5 a car.

The Parade starts at 11 a.m. at 2^nd and L and proceeds to the Fairgrounds. Fireworks begin at 9:15 p.m. This year the aerial show will actually be overhead , so it promises to be spectacular.

The Fairgrounds is a venue that affords great variety of activity. We will have substantial picnic grounds, a classic car show, more food booths than ever, beer booths run by community organizations, circus performers, face painting, pony and kids carnival rides, plus educational exhibits including a library area, fire truck, canine unit demonstration, remote controlled model airplanes and model railroad.

There will also be non-stop music in the band shell featuring such treats as Rick Stevens, the former lead singer of famed Power of Tower, and the acclaimed Vocal-ease group.

There’s definitely something for everyone in this family event.

If you wish to join the car show or to march in the Parade print out an application at www.celebrateantioch.org or contact Betty Smith or me.

See you, family and friends on the Fourth.

Walter Ruehlig, Board Member

Celebrate Antioch Foundation

The City of Antioch’’s Environmental Resources Division is holding its first ever photo contest on Facebook and Instagram:

• Win an eco-ticket to ride with #EcoAntioch!

• Attention Antioch Residents (age 17 & younger)!!

• You Can Win a FREE Tri Delta Summer Youth Transit Pass ($60value)!!

Who:  All Antioch Residents (age 17 & younger)
What: Participate in EcoAntioch photo contest
When:  May 29 -June 11, 2014
Where:  EcoAntioch Facebook page or Instagram account
Why: Promote conservation & recycling in Antioch
How: Get started by taking pictures of you doing something earth friendly such as recycling at a city park, picking up litter, car pooling, walking or biking or on public transit.  Follow EcoAntioch on Facebook or Instagram.  Post your earth friendly pictures and tag #ecoantioch to enter the contest.  The pictures with the most likes by 5pm on June 11th will win!

The Antioch Police Department is excited to announce the 52nd installment of the Neighborhood Cleanup Program. This is a collaborative community effort which involves active participation from the Antioch Police Department Crime Prevention Commission; Neighborhood Watch Program; Volunteers in Police Service; community volunteers and the Public Works Department.

Collectively, “We”, everyone who works and lives in the City of Antioch, can make a difference and improve the quality of life. It’s our community and it’s our chance to make a difference.

The City of Antioch Neighborhood Cleanup program is not just for residential neighborhoods. It is a program that will change venues on a monthly basis and it will include business and commercial areas as well. Neighborhoods that are free of trash and refuse are inviting, and a clean community instills a sense of community pride.

The 52nd Neighborhood Cleanup event will occur on Saturday, June 7th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Vista Grande neighborhoods. Volunteers should report to the parking lot of Carmen Dragon Elementary, 4721 Vista Grande.

Volunteers will receive instructions and the equipment necessary to accomplish the goal. The targeted area is within walking distance. Excluding inclement weather, future Neighborhood Cleanup events are scheduled for the first Saturday of every month and the locations will be announced in advance.

Remember, cleaning up your neighborhood can make life better for your family, your neighbors and your community!

By Sergeant Dimitri Barakos, Patrol Supervisor, Antioch Police Community Policing Bureau

On Wednesday, June 4th at approximately 3:04 AM, the Antioch Police Department received reports of a shooting that had occurred in the parking lot of an apartment complex in the 3400 block of Hudson Court. Upon officers arriving they located two victims, a 46-year-old male Antioch resident and a 23-year-old male Pittsburg resident, both of which had sustained non-life threatening gunshot wounds. One subject sustained a wound to the face and the other sustained wounds to his legs. Officers and medical personnel rendered medical aid to the victims. One victim refused further medical attention and the other was transported to a local hospital. The responsible was not located. The names of the involved subjects are not being released at this time as the investigation is ongoing.

Any further information will be provided by the Investigations Bureau at 925.779.6926. You may also text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using the key word ANTIOCH.

By Sergeant Michael Hulsey #2356, Antioch Police Community Policing Bureau

On Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at approximately 3:46 PM, Antioch Police Officers responded to a call of a shooting in the area of Alpha Way at E. 18th Street. Upon arrival Officers located an individual that was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the lower back. Officers and EMS personnel provided medical aid to the victim, a 22-year-old Antioch man, who was subsequently taken to a local area hospital and is currently listed in critical condition.

Additional Officers conducted an area check for a possible responsible.

During the area check an adult male armed with a hand gun and believed to be involved in the shooting was located and arrested.

The names of those involved are not being released at this time as this case still under investigation.

Any further information will be provided by the Investigations Bureau at 925.779.6926. You may also text a tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using the key word ANTIOCH.