"Never underestimate the power of giving," — that is what drove us, two high school freshmen, Paige and Katie, to make a difference in our community. Paige attends Bentley High School in Lafayette and Katie attends Northgate High School in Walnut Creek.
http://lamorinda.patch.com/announcements/high-school-freshmen-start-registered-charity

Francesca's Collections clothing and accessories store has opened a new location on Mount Diablo Boulevard in Lafayette: http://bit.ly/YwTzST

(Photo, link from Lamorinda Patch)

Good news for Lamorinda homeowners -- home prices are expected to keep rising this year! http://bit.ly/VyTGhw

(Photo, link from Lamorinda Patch)

Know an #Orinda resident who would make a great citizen of the year? Now's your chance to submit a nomination: http://bit.ly/VnHbYD

March is the most active month for homebuyers in California! Here's Pacific Union's primer to help sellers and buyers get ready for the busy season ahead: http://bit.ly/11KM14H 

(Photo by Latteda, via Flickr.)