The Rising Influence of the Hispanic Vote: A Growing Force Shaping America’s Elections
  Whether you are celebrating or mourning the results of Tuesday’s election, one thing is for certain. The Hispanic vote continues to be an ever-increasing driving force influencing final election outcomes.  There’s Strength in Numbers Accordin...
Californianos Quieren más Seguridad: Aprueban Prop 36 para Endurecer Sentencias
Los californianos apoyaron abrumadoramente la Propuesta 36 para alargar las sentencias penales por ciertos delitos de robo y drogas, y para dirigir a más personas a tratamientos contra las drogas después de las condenas. Las opiniones de los votant...
La Influencia del Voto Hispano: Fuerza Creciente que Moldea las Elecciones Estadounidenses
  Tanto si estás celebrando como lamentando los resultados de las elecciones del pasado martes, una cosa es segura: el voto hispano sigue siendo una fuerza impulsora con una influencia cada vez mayor en los resultados finales de las elecciones.  ...
Latinos’ Views of and Experiences with the Spanish Language
Over half of U.S. Latinos who do not speak Spanish have been shamed by other Latinos for it. Language plays a foundational role in shaping human experience, connecting people to their heritage and offering a sense of pride. However, for many U.S. ...
Perspectivas y Experiencias de los Latinos sobre el Idioma Español
Si bien la mayoría de los latinos en EE.UU. hablan español, no todos lo hacen. El 24 por ciento de todos los adultos latinos dicen que solo pueden mantener un poco o nada una conversación en español.   Más de la mitad de los latinos en EE.UU. que...

outdoor recreation activities

  • Essential guidance for an essential service
    Family enjoys time outside at Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline.

     

    How to enjoy East Bay parks for personal wellness

    People need parks now more than ever, as they are viewed as essential for public health and wellness, especially stress relief. State and local stay-at-home orders allow for “outdoor recreation activities” as an “essential activity” as long as social distancing requirements are followed.
  • Public input invited for new East Bay park
    Aerial footage of the former Roddy Ranch golf course: https://youtu.be/Uyi95T7XmMo

     

    East Bay residents have an exciting opportunity to share their ideas and questions for the planning of a new park located at the former Roddy Ranch Golf Course in Antioch, CA.

    The East Bay Regional Park District is developing a new park and is inviting the public to provide their input and get involved in the planning process through several public meetings. The park is expected to offer a diversity of outdoor recreational activities, including picnic areas, interpretive opportunities, as well as restrooms and other facilities.