By Brandon Roberts

Top athletes and performers challenge their physical and mental limits everyday. They don’t wait until they get sick or injured to take care of themselves. They fine tune their bodies regularly with Chiropractic Lifestyle Care.

A recent study found that athletes who participated in regular chiropractic care enjoyed a 10% improvement in their overall performance time and results compared to athletes who were not under chiropractic care. World-class athletes like Lance Armstrong, Roger Craig, Emmitt Smith, the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team and others know that chiropractic care can give you the extra edge you need in your athletic performance and in life.

In fact, many amateur and professional athletes would not even consider competing without first being adjusted by their chiropractor. Olympic gold medalist, Dan O’Brien said, “You obviously can’t compete at your fullest if you’re not in alignment. Chiropractic is essential for my training.”

A 10% improvement in athletic performance is a huge amount for an athlete or for anyone. Just think about it. 10% can mean the difference between running a 10 second hundred-meter dash or an 11 second hundred-meter dash. For a runner it could mean winning the race versus not even making the team.

What if your immune system functioned 10% better and you got 10 % better sleep? Chiropractic can help you heal quickly, maximize your athletic potential and make the most of your training. On the other side of the coin, what if your spine had a subluxation, spinal injury with nerve pressure, and your body functioned 10% worse?

With the right support team in place, pro-athletes, and young athletes alike, can increase their performance while they maximize their future health potential.

Research has shown that spinal nerves are much more susceptible to pressure than previously thought. A University of Colorado study concluded that only 5-10mm of mercury pressure (about the weight of a dime) can reduce nerve transmission while the stretching of a nerve by as little as 6% can decrease its strength by up to 70%. Unbalanced spines lead to increased incidence of sports injury and disc degeneration while also affecting the function of your entire body.

Coaches, athletes, and doctors are realizing that pain-killing drugs are not the answer to sports-related injuries. They merely cover up the symptoms, deceiving the athlete into actions which could make the injury more serious.

Chiropractic Lifestyle Care can get you in the best health possible. These checkups will ensure that your spine is growing and developing in a healthy, balanced way without pressure on the nerves or spinal cord.

Too many amateur and professional athletes are sidelined with injuries that could be avoided. Others sit it out on the bench because their injuries are not responding to common treatments. Still others are playing, but at less than peak efficiency, simply because their spine is out of balance.

Make chiropractic care a part of your lifestyle today. If your body were functioning at a 10% higher level, the difference over time would be extraordinary!

Deer Valley Chiropractic is a 100 Year Lifestyle Affiliate Office. This newsletter is reprinted with permission of The Family Practice, Inc.

Update
On August 4 the District Attorney filed the following charges on the suspects arrested in this case: Eric Walker: Felony 2nd Degree Robbery, Felony 2nd Degree Burglary, Felony Carjacking, Felony Possession of a dangerous weapon and Firearm Enhancements. Hassan Ameer Ford: Felony 2nd Degree Robbery, Felony Carjacking and Firearm Enhancements.

Both are scheduled to appear in court on August 5.
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Update
Antioch Police have arrested Ford, who was the subject of the Amber Alert related to the robbery/kidnapping case. He has admitted his involvement in the robbery of the barber shop and feigning of his kidnapping, according to police.

Antioch Police served a search warrant on an apartment in the 3100 block of Lone Tree Way in Antioch and arrested 23-year-old Eric Lerone Walker, who has been identified as the gunman. During the search of the premises, the sawed-off shotgun believed to have been used in the robbery was located in a van, along with property stolen during the robbery.

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Hassan Ameer Ford, 16, has been released by his captor after a car jacking at Al’s Barber Shop at 11 West 18th Street on Aug. 1 at 3:41 p.m. He has been in personal contact with family and friends since the incident, according to police.

Although police have not been able to speak to Ford personally, they said they are confident he has been released and is no longer under duress. As a result, an Amber Alert that had been in effect has been cancelled. In addition, the victim’s vehicle, a 2-door, black, 1996 GMC Yukon, has been located in Antioch and is currently being processed for evidence.

The incident began when a black male adult robbed Al’s Barber Shop at gunpoint, taking the owner’s wallet, car keys and Yukon. On his way out of the business the suspect grabbed Ford, who is an employee of the business, ordered him into the owner’s car and told him to drive. The suspect is described as 25 years old, 5-foot-7, 180 pounds, wearing a blue shirt, big pants, and a knitted cap. He is considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information is asked to call 911 immediately or the Antioch Police Dispatch Center at (925) 778-2441.

By Doris Bedford
Soroptimist International of Pittsburg Kidz on Target chair

I still need about 40 volunteers for Kidz on Target. It is next Saturday the 6th of August. Your help is very much appreciated. This is a wonderful event where underprivileged children get $100 worth of back-to-school clothes/shoes at the Target in Pittsburg.

Each child goes shopping with an adult volunteer shopper from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. (before the store opens) for tops, pants, uniforms, shoes, etc. Having new clothes for the first day of school is a big boost for kids whose families may not be able to afford them. A new backpack with school supplies also helps them start the year off right.

The wonderful Soroptimists of Pittsburg have worked SO hard to make this a reality for 100 local elementary/middle students. I help as a volunteer shopper every year and look forward to it. The 7 year old boy I shopped with happily exclaimed, “This is the BEST day of my whole life!” as he left the store with his new “purchases.”

This year’s event is coming up fast this Sat. August 6th, MORE adult shoppers are still needed. This allows for one adult to give their full attention to one child. PLEASE help us shop if you can. You’ll be glad you did. Volunteers need to be at Target in Pittsburg at 6:30 am. THANKS in advance.

Just email me with your name, address and your phone info to doris@dorisbedford.com.

By Harry Stoll

Out of Louisiana bringing barbeque Creole and Cajun comes Robert Duncan — chef and owner of Bobby D’s, a carnivorous cornucopia, a get it catered, take it out or eat it there, down home endeavor. He learned cooking from his 102-year-old grandmother. Grandma taught him right. Good ingredients go in and everything comes out right.

T-shirted, simple, dignified Bobby D stands behind the standup counter, writes down a take out order, clips it to the stainless steel wheel for the cook and calls out: “Crab cakes, blackened catfish, half rack pork.”

The crab cakes come covered with a crispy crust. The fork releases the savory flavor of the tasty bits of crab as it is in heaven. The blackened catfish evokes visceral thrills. At one of the simple serviceable tables a skinny kid gets on the outside of five of the seven pork ribs. “Meaty and firm, but easy to chew” is his verdict. Get the barbeque sauce on the meat or on the side. Nice touch.

The place smells like meat. It arrives in big plastic platters. $8 to $16. You get jalapeno or regular corn bread or bread. Choose two sides from many.

“Yams — fried okra — collard greens — red beans and rice — more ….”

No corporation-dispatched, standard-themed cutesy venue here — we’re talking local owned and operated. But the best reason is the food served in this well-fluorescent-lighted clean place with the kitchen open to the dining room.

“Chicken manifestations …”

Get wings, or get it fried, barbequed or grilled or blackened in a salad. Tuesdays Felicia McDaniel and nephew Jamari take out takeout chicken after teaching Zumba at Delta Park. Half chicken for him, quarter for her.

“Pulled pork — tri-tip — Louisiana hot link sandwiches …”

And on and on as the attentive, not gushy waitress brings it on. The windows face Louisiana. Eating is the aesthetic. Check this: no checks and no pay by swipe or blink, but an AnyTimeMoney machine lets you slot your card because it’s cash only.

“Seafood gumbo — blackened shrimp — poh-boys — hush puppies …”

The sugar bowls are the traditional fluted heavy glass with a metal top. Drink from a hefty plastic glass with Coke writ on the side.

“Lemonade — soda pop …”

Get a dessert; pack it if you can’t handle it.

“Sweet potato pie — four layer red velvet cake — peach cobbler …”

Bobby D’s is at 1635 A Street in Antioch. Call them at 925-775-4025. Or better yet, just drop by. It’s open late morning to late evening.

By Josie Monaghan
Proud Mother of a Combat Veteran USMC/Law Enforcement

SSGT. Daniel Fye, is an EOD Tech in the Air Force. He was wounded in action about a month ago. Daniel has undergone 7 surgeries to date. Daniel is a graduate of Pittsburg High and grew up in Pittsburg and Antioch. His family still resides in Antioch. I met his mom Janis through our Blue star families group; she has been involved since 2005.

WE NEED TO DO WHATEVER WE CAN TO HELP THIS FAMILY, not out of pity or sympathy, rather that we OWE IT TO THEM. Daniel has a wife and 4 children. Please contact me to volunteer, donate or help get the word out.

The benefit is on Saturday, August 20th from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Winners Circle Western Wear parking lot, 10th and A streets in Antioch. $20 a plate per person for a choice of either BBQ of hamburgers, hot dogs, or chicken plus salads and one drink.

Please mail checks to ECMFF/SSGT FYE 520 F. Garcia Ave. Pittsburg, CA 94565. We will have your tickets at the door and you will receive your wrist band.

RAFFLE BASKETS – 50/50 – LIVE MUSIC – DANCING – This is an outdoor event compliments of Fred & Sue Pederson, owners of the Winners Circle Western Wear Store. Josie 925.642.7537, ecmilitary@yahoo.com www.eastcountyveterans.org.

The Antioch Police Department is excited to announce the 26th installment of the Neighborhood Cleanup Program. This is a collaborative community effort which involves active participation from United Citizens for Better Neighborhoods, community volunteers, the Antioch Police Department Crime Prevention Commission, Neighborhood Watch Program and the Public Works Department.

Collectively, “We”, everyone who works and lives in the City 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 26th Neighborhood Cleanup event will occur on Saturday, August 6th from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Volunteers should report to Knoll Park located at 5000 Country Hills Drive. 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!

All lanes on westbound Highway 4 at Loveridge Road will be closed for several hours on Monday, August 1 between 10 p.m. and 3:30 a.m. This work is to ensure public and crew safety while crews work to place steel piles for the bridge structure at Loveridge Road.

The detour for this work will be as follows: motorists will be directed off the highway at Somersville Road/Auto Center Drive, left on Somersville Road, continue on to Auto Center Drive, left on Tenth Street, left on Loveridge Road, right on California Avenue, and left on westbound Highway 4.

Motorists are advised to expect delays and allow extra time for their commute. Please drive with caution through the detour and leave a safe traveling distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you. Caltrans and CCTA appreciate your patience as they work to improve the highways.

National Night Out (NNO), scheduled for Tuesday, August 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., is an annual nationwide event designed to strengthen neighborhood spirit and unity, raise crime prevention awareness, and develop partnerships between the City and the community on a street, block and city-wide level.

This unique safety and community event is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). Residents do not need to be involved in any type of Neighborhood Watch to participate in NNO; however, NNO provides the perfect incentive to begin a program on your block.

This year representatives from the City of Antioch, Antioch Police Department, Crime Prevention Commission and Neighborhood Watch Program will be visiting (23) block parties throughout the City.

The block parties and barbecues are a great way for people to meet one another, have fun, promote police-community partnerships, and explore how they might work together to improve the safety and the quality of their neighborhoods.

If you are interested in starting a Neighborhood Watch Program in your neighborhood, please call (925) 779-6980 or email neighborhoodwatch@ci.antioch.ca.us.