Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
Good morning, Oakland.
💼 Business
Goodwill said it will permanently close its Oakland warehouse — which is already closed to the public — and terminate 72 workers while laying off 18 in San Francisco to improve operations.
Affected staff may apply for jobs at other Goodwill stores as the company plans to open new locations soon.
🎓 Education
The Alameda County Board of Education voted in a 5—2 decision to deny Oakland Charter High School’s renewal because of low student achievement and fiscal concerns, so it will close when its charter expires on June 30.
LPS Oakland R&D was approved for two more years with a memorandum that sets new conditions.
🏛️ Government
Oakland deputy mayor LaNiece Jones disclosed on April 1 that she holds a 12.5% stake worth about $1,300 in African American Sports and Entertainment Group LLC — one of the companies negotiating to buy the Coliseum property.
City officials said she has not been involved in the deal talks, though some advise she reconsider her dual roles.
The City of Oakland halted its Summer Food Service Program — which fed thousands of children free meals — because funds from the sugar-sweetened beverage tax were reallocated to cover a $130 million deficit, so meals will not be served after school ends on May 29.
More than 45 community and faith-based sites were notified and are urged to connect with local food banks to help affected families.
Loren Taylor served on Oakland City Council from 2018 to 2022 and his record is under review ahead of his run for mayor on April 15.
His votes on police spending, role in creating the city's homeless camp policy and efforts to boost local business — such as launching an East Oakland entrepreneurship program — show how he may lead Oakland if elected.
🎉 Oakland Events
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Spring Fling Bolly Bling Party
10 PM - 2 AM — Lux Oakland — Tickets available online — Celebrate the spring season with vibrant Bollywood and South Indian beats at a festive two-level DJ party.
LaRussell Live Concert
2-6 p.m. — Continental Club — $25.00 — Catch LaRussell, Mistah Fab, and Kamaiyah live in Oakland for an exciting afternoon of music.
Jasmine Guillory and Maggie Tokuda-Hall in Conversation
7-8:30 p.m. — Orinda Books — Purchase of book required — Celebrate the launch of 'Flirting Lessons' with bestselling authors Jasmine Guillory and Maggie Tokuda-Hall.
Easter Interfaith Devotional
7-8 p.m. — Temple Hill — Free entry — Experience uplifting messages and inspiring music during Holy Week with Rev. Todd Akins-Whitely.
Intro to Genealogy Session
1-2 p.m. — FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Discover your roots with expert guidance on Danish and pioneer ancestry research.
Research-Do It Right the First Time: Part 2
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Learn effective strategies for developing a research plan and log with an experienced family history researcher.
Find Help with AI Search on FamilySearch
11 AM - 12 PM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Explore AI-assisted genealogy with insights from a FamilySearch expert.
Lamb of God Easter Oratorio
2-4 p.m. — Temple Hill Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a powerful musical portrayal of the Savior's final week.
Easter Celebration with Terrie Odabi
7-8:30 p.m. — Yoshi's — Tickets available — Experience a night of soulful blues and heartfelt melodies with Terrie Odabi and her band.
Research-Do It Right the First Time: Part 3
11 AM — FamilySearch center — Free entry — Delve into writing sources and research analysis with an experienced family history expert.
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