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Linda Hemmila

With 25 years of experience in media and publishing, I develop content, edit, contribute photos, and write the occasional story. Former Historic Preservation Commissioner; Society of Professional Journalists and ACES editing society member.

Linda Hemmila's Work 362 Articles
News   -   Jul 03, 2024 Moxion's Giga Factory construction continues despite announced layoffs
Moxion's Giga Factory construction continues despite announced layoffs

Despite announcing layoffs that will gut the bulk of its Richmond crew, construction continues with what is intended to be the expansive Moxion Giga Factory at the Port of Richmond. In a surprise move last week, Moxion filed a WARN notice with the Employment Development Department, stating the planned layoffs

by Linda Hemmila
Events   -   Jul 03, 2024 3rd of July celebrations, Friday Nights Out, Backyard Comedy Night, and more
3rd of July celebrations, Friday Nights Out, Backyard Comedy Night, and more

Check out Grandview's hyper-local round-up of fun things to do in Richmond this week. 3rd of July @ Marina Bay Park 3rd of July Fireworks & Celebration! Wednesday, July 3, 5-10 p.m. Fireworks, food, and fun are what this event is all about.  Celebrate with

by Linda Hemmila
Crime in the City   -   Jul 01, 2024 Police arrest suspect in Richmond's North and East neighborhood following search
Police arrest suspect in Richmond's North and East neighborhood following search

Heavy police activity on Monday along Rheem and Maricopa Avenues sparked concern among neighbors who watched as officers combed their neighborhood searching for a suspect while a helicopter hovered overhead. Police said they were seeking 27-year-old Demarie Doss, who reportedly had several outstanding warrants and was a suspect

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Jul 01, 2024 Chevron announces lawsuit challenging oil refining ballot measure
Chevron announces lawsuit challenging oil refining ballot measure

According to a statement released by Chevron on Monday, a newly formed organization is challenging the text of the "Make Polluters Pay tax" ballot measure that will go before voters in November. Chevron spokesperson Ross Allen said the Coalition for Richmond’s Future is challenging the wording of

by Linda Hemmila
Jun 26, 2024 7 Things to do in Richmond: Thrive Thursdays return, Pt Richmond Summer Music, Factory Bar lobster feast, and more
7 Things to do in Richmond: Thrive Thursdays return, Pt Richmond Summer Music, Factory Bar lobster feast, and more

Contra Costa County Block Party @ Richmond Civic Center Join us for Contra Costa County’s 6th Annual Summer Block Party from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 27, at Civic Center Plaza, 27 and Nevin St., Richmond Thrive Thursdays @ MLK Park Thrivethursdays.net is growing every week! Come

by Linda Hemmila
Jun 22, 2024 Richmond's Juneteenth parade and festival delights crowd
Richmond's Juneteenth parade and festival delights crowd

On a bright and sunny Saturday morning, crowds turned out for Richmond's annual Juneteenth parade, which began at John F. Kennedy High School and culminated at Nicholl Park, where the Juneteenth festivities began. This year's Juneteenth celebration honored Richmond Police Chief Biza French and Battalion Chief

by Linda Hemmila
Events   -   Jun 20, 2024 8 Things to do in Richmond this weekend: art, music, Juneteenth, and more
8 Things to do in Richmond this weekend: art, music, Juneteenth, and more

THREAT LEVEL ORANGE @ Rigger's Loft Wine Co. ANOTHER GREAT BANDWORKS PRODUCTION Threat Level Orange is a long-running San Francisco Bay Area rock band serving up songs you love from the 60s onward, plus a smattering of originals. Thursday, June 20, 2024, 6:00 p.m.  8 p.

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Jun 19, 2024 Council puts oil refining business license tax on November ballot
Council puts oil refining business license tax on November ballot

The Richmond City Council Tuesday unanimously approved a resolution placing an oil refining business license tax on the November ballot. If passed by voters, the ordinance implements a business license tax dubbed the "Make Polluters Pay tax" on oil refining at the rate of $1 per barrel of

by Linda Hemmila
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