Jessica Caylyn sings the National Anthem at the Oakland A’s playoff game in the Coliseum on Thursday night, October 11, 2012.

Antioch resident Jessica Caylyn was chosen to sing the National Anthem before the sell-out crowd at the Oakland A’s American League Division Series game against the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night, October 11, 2012.

Here’s what she had to say about the experience: “I’ve sang the Anthem at several games, races, etc., but I was a little nervous because my voice was more tired then usual. Also, I could feel the energy level of the crowd and it was much bigger then regular season games. I didn’t meet any of the players this time around, that’s okay though I got my fair share of eye candy. Ha! It’s not only an honor but very exciting to sing our nation’s most well respected song, for so many people. I think artists tend to forget what the song actually represents, in that moment it’s not all about shining as a vocalist. It’s about delivering the song in a classy manner. I just hope the crowd felt that I did it justice!”

For more information about Jessica, visit www.JessicaCaylyn.com.

From 8 a.m to 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 13 (no early dropoffs) Somersville Town Center (Fairview Drive side)

Surprise gift for the first 100 donors

Special Electronics Collection Fundraiser to benefit East County Military Veterans, Families and Friends

Computer monitors, computers (laptop, desktop, servers), cameras, cell phones, copy & fax machines, cords and wiring, scanners, DVD/VCR/CD players, keyboards, mouse, printer & toner cartridges and TVs (big & small screen) are acceptable.

For more information on East County Military Veterans, Families and Friends visit www.eastcountyveterans.org.

The Garage Sale and Roundup are a joint effort by the City of Antioch & Allied Waste Services to protect the environment and conserve resources through reuse.

On 8:30 a.m., Friday, July 9th, as I was on my way to work (I had just started as a contractor at AT&T San Ramon), I collided with a vehicle that ran a red turn signal at the Hillcrest/Davison/Deer Valley intersection.

I was on a motorcycle. I was immediately taken by emergency to the hospital. After I came to, I remember seeing quite a few people (concerned citizens) gather around me, telling me not to move.

About two weeks ago, the police report was finally available.

Even though it shows the other driver as being at fault, their insurance company still has not accepted liability or responsibility.

The officer did not take statements from witnesses.

I need statement from witnesses that are willing to come forward in order to apply pressure to their insurance company.

I am in need of two surgeries directly related to/from the accident.

I’m a resident of Antioch and the sole breadwinner for my family (5 + 2 small dogs)

It’s that ‘cold numbers’ mentality that I believe is behind the stalling.

I was shocked at their position as well as my own carrier with whom I have a uninsured/underinsured rider.
Since the other party is insured then my policy does not cover ‘ insured but unwilling to pay’ situation.

I posted a bunch of flyers at local businesses, recently. All were sympathetic. But many were bound by corporate rules. So I couldn’t post them, there.

Please contact me at gilher13@gmail.com or on my cell phone 408-891-3317.

Thank you.

Gil Hernandez

Guests dance to the sounds of the California Cowboys at the 2012 Roddy Ranch Roundup on Saturday, September 29.

By Allen Payton, Publisher

Almost 300 people attended the 2012 Roddy Ranch Roundup fundraiser benefiting the Delta Advocacy Foundation at

Guests enjoy the steak dinner at the Roddy Ranch Roundup.

the home of Jack and Donna Roddy on Saturday night, September 29.

The crowd enjoyed a barbeque steak dinner served by Boy Scouts Troop 451 and the local 4-H club, as well as silent andlive auctions and dancing to the music of the California Cowboys band. Jack Roddy joined in and sang a few tunes, as did former 49er Safety Jeff Severson, who has his own band in Southern California. (www.SingingSafety.com) and a local rancher Kati Myers.

Funds from the bi-annual event in the horse arena at the Roddys benefit local needs in Antioch and East County. Foundation President Scott Bergerhouse said the organization has raised and distributed $285,000 since its formation in the 1990’s.

Former 49er Safety Jeff Severson plays guitar as Jack Roddy sings with the California Cowboys at Delta Advocacy Foundation’s 2012 Roddy Ranch Roundup on Saturday, September 29.

The Delta Advocacy Board of Directors

Ladies enjoy line dancing to the sounds of the California Cowboys.

Kati Myers belts out a tune with the California Cowboys.

Over Troubled Waters, a documentary about the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, will premiere in Antioch on Tuesday, October 2, at the El Campanil Theatre. Following the screening will be a question and answer session with water policy advocates. Over Troubled Waters will be the centerpiece of a public education effort to stop the building of peripheral tunnels.

In this visually rich documentary, Ed Begley Jr. narrates the story of how the people of the Delta are fighting to protect the region they love and to encourage saner, sustainable water policies for all the people of California.

“This is our chance to tell the real Delta story,” said Barbara Barrigan-Parrilla, executive director of Restore the Delta, which produced the documentary. “This film reveals how powerful forces are using fear of flooding and earthquakes to make a case for transforming a unique, beautiful, productive region into a permanent way station for water going somewhere else. They are trying to shore up an outdated water system with a massive, multi-billion dollar water transfer project that Californians will be paying for decades.”

It should be noted that, Over Troubled Waters has been designated as a participant in this year’s 9th Annual Artivist Film Festival to be held November 1-4 in Hollywood, California. “ARTIVIST” is the only Film Festival dedicated to ‘Raising Awareness for Human Rights, Children’s Advocacy, Environmental Preservation, and Animal Advocacy through International Films’. In 2012, the UNITED NATIONS officially accepted the Artivist Collective, Inc., producer of the annual Artivist Film Festival and Artivist Awards, as an NGO member of the United Nations Department of Public Information (UN-DPI). For more information go to www.Artivist.com.

Tickets are sponsored by Assembly candidate Jim Frazier. For information on additional screenings, go to http://overtroubledwaters.org/buy-tickets/.

What: Over Troubled Waters
Film screening: 7:00 p.m.
Where: El Campanil Theatre, 604 W. 2nd Street, Antioch
When: Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Who: Water advocates, Delta residents, including farmers and fishermen

The Antioch Police Department is excited to announce the 39th installment of the Neighborhood Cleanup Program. This is a collaborative community effort which involves active participation from United Citizens for Better Neighborhoods (UCBN), community volunteers, and the Antioch Police Department Crime Prevention Commission; Neighborhood Watch Program, Target Volunteers, 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 39th Neighborhood Cleanup event will occur on Saturday, October 6th, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  Volunteers should report to the Prosserville Park located at W. 6th and O Streets. There should be plenty of curbside parking along W. 6th Street adjacent to the park. 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 will be scheduled for the first Saturday of every month and the locations will be announced in advance. 

If you have a suggestion for a future cleanup area, please inform the assigned Volunteer in Police Services (VIP) or you can call (925) 779- 6878.  If there is no answer please feel free to leave a message regarding your suggested cleanup area.  

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

Antioch resident Izabella Caldas on the day her wish was delivered.

Antioch Girl, Five-Year-Old Izabella Caldas, is Celebrity Server & Wish Child

EVENT: Cold Stone Creamery hosts World’s Largest Ice Cream Social

Thursday, September 27 marks Cold Stone Creamery’s 11^th Annual World’s Largest Ice Cream Social, a nationwide fundraising event to benefit Make-A-Wish^®.

New this year, the Ice Cream Social will take place all day. During the Ice Cream Social, Cold Stone will donate $1 from the sale of any “Love It” or “Gotta Have It” size Ice Cream, Yogurt or Sorbet Creation™ to Make-A-Wish.

WHO: We invite Make-A-Wish^® supporters to join us for this indulgent event to cool off with ice cream and support a great cause.

WHERE: 32 participating Cold Stone Creamery locations in the Bay Area including the Antioch location at 5779 Lone Tree Way, Suite F, in the Slatten Ranch shopping center.

For additional store locations, please visit www.coldstonecreamery.com.

WHEN: Thursday, September 27^th all day

WHAT: Since 2002, Cold Stone Creamery has supported Make-A-Wish in its mission to change the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions. Raising more than $4 million over the last 10 years, Cold Stone aims to grant more wishes than ever before in 2012 by once again hosting Make-A-Wish^® month in our stores which will culminate in another famous World’s Largest Ice Cream Social. This is the event’s 10^th anniversary, and we hope to do more than ever for seriously ill children in the communities we serve.

Celebrity server and Wish Child Izabella Caldas. a five-year-old Antioch resident, enjoyed her wish to go to Disneyland and will be in the Antioch Cold Stone Creamery store serving as “Wish Ambassador from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

About Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area

Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. During its first year of operation, in 1984, the Greater Bay Area chapter granted 27 wishes. Now one of the largest nationwide, the Greater Bay Area chapter grants over 300 wishes per year and has granted over 6,000 wishes to date. The chapter covers 17 Northern California counties. The goal of Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area is to grant a wish to every eligible child in its territory. Anyone can suggest a child for a wish. For more information, please call 415-982-9474 or visit www.SFWish.org. 

About Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery delivers The Ultimate Ice Cream Experience^® through a community of franchisees who are passionate about ice cream. The secret recipe for smooth and creamy ice cream is handcrafted fresh daily in each store, and then customized by combining a variety of mix-ins on a frozen granite stone. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Cold Stone Creamery is a subsidiary of Kahala, one of the fastest growing franchising companies in the world, with a portfolio of 14 quick-service restaurant brands. Cold Stone Creamery operates more than 1,500 locations in 17 countries.

For more information about Cold Stone Creamery, visit www.coldstonecreamery.com. For more information about Kahala, visit www.kahalacorp.com.