Monday, October 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Oakland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Keller Fire in Oakland hills is now 60% contained, allowing some evacuees to return home, with firefighters continuing containment efforts. KTVU
- ➤ The Oakland Hills fire, fueled by strong winds, damaged structures and led to hundreds of evacuations, is now 70% contained with most residents allowed to return home. ABC7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A group burglarized See's Candies in Oakland's Rockridge neighborhood, stealing items on Saturday morning. San Francisco Chronicle
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Skyline High School in Oakland postpones its homecoming dance as a safety precaution due to the nearby Keller Fire being 50% contained. KTVU
SHOP NEWS
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FamilySearch Skills Workshop: Viewing Memories and Enhancing Family History
Learn how to view, upload, and tag photos and documents to enrich your family history in this interactive workshop.
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DNA Special Interest Group Meeting
Bring your DNA results to learn and discuss genealogy insights with experienced facilitators at this in-person session.
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Learn About the Periodical Source Index (PERSI) for Genealogy Research
Learn how to effectively use the Periodical Source Index (PERSI), a valuable resource for genealogical and local history research, from experienced genealogist Jan Brandt.
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Experience Oakland Style: A Celebration of Culture and Creativity
Experience a vibrant showcase of culinary delights, artistic expressions, and fashion at the Oakland Style event, featuring performances, shopping, and more.
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Ana Gabriel Concert
Experience the captivating performance of Ana Gabriel, a celebrated Mexican singer and songwriter, at the Oakland Coliseum.
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Tracy Cruz Live at CoCo Noir
Experience an evening of live music with Tracy Cruz at the cozy CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar in Oakland.
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Learn Merging Techniques for FamilySearch Ancestors
Learn how to identify and merge duplicate ancestors in the FamilySearch collaborative family tree, ensuring the accuracy of your family history.
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Word on Wednesday Service
Experience a weekly gathering for the Word of God, available in person or through online platforms.
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Build Your Story Workshop: Combining Text and Images
Experience a collaborative workshop designed to enhance storytelling skills through the combination of text and images with guidance from experts.
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Marvin Sapp Live in Concert
Experience an uplifting evening of gospel music with Marvin Sapp at the Oakland Arena.
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