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Folsom Times
Published September 18Writing a Book can give Seniors Purpose
If you’re a retired senior who needs fulfillment, consider writing a book. Since we moved to El Dorado Hills my wife Tish, who has experience working with seniors, is seeking to work with retirees here in Folsom and El Dorado County. To help them find “purpose and passion” in…
Folsom Times
Published September 17Folsom honors 7 standouts in police, fire with 2026 Public Safety Awards
Seven members of Folsom’s police and fire departments stepped into the spotlight Thursday, recognized by their peers and community for work that often happens far from it. From responding to emergencies and tackling neighborhood concerns to answering calls for help, preventing…
Folsom Times
Published September 17Chamber’s Folsom Focus series brings important conversations to the table
The Chamber’s ongoing series gives residents a chance to hear directly from local leaders, learn about issues shaping Folsom and walk away with a better understanding of their community I walked into Wednesday morning’s Folsom Focus familiar with the three successful businesses…
Folsom Times
Published September 17Six week utility project brings traffic impacts to Greenback Lane, Folsom Boulevard
Motorists traveling through the Greenback Lane and Folsom Boulevard area should prepare for lane reductions and possible delays beginning today as PG&E starts a utility project expected to continue for approximately six weeks. The permitted utility work begins Thursday, Sept. 17,…
Folsom Times
Published September 17Folsom Focus: Mikuni, Destination Aesthetics, YogaSix leaders share business journeys
Taro Arai, Shawna Chrisman and Michelle Watts opened up about the risks, mistakes, relationships and personal turning points behind three successful businesses The success stories are easy to see today. Mikuni Restaurant Group has grown into one of the Sacramento region’s most…
Elk Grove News
Published September 16Elk Grove parents demand action after review finds special education gaps
District officials presented findings from a WestEd review that rated all five areas examined as “emerging,” the second-lowest of four implementation ratings
Sacramento City Express
Published September 16Sacramento expands its entertainment zone program beyond the Central City
The Sacramento City Council on Tuesday approved six additional entertainment zones, expanding the number of areas where participating businesses may sell alcoholic beverages to go during permitted special events. The additions bring Sacramento’s total number of entertainment…
Elk Grove News
Published September 16Newsom signs three bills authored by Elk Grove Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen
Of the three bills, AB 1758 directly increases an assessment paid by businesses
Sacramento City Express
Published September 16From the City Manager: What’s happening around Sacramento
From community events and public meetings to City services and opportunities to get involved, there’s always something happening across Sacramento. As part of an ongoing effort to keep residents informed, City Manager Maraskeshia Smith is sharing the latest updates on upcoming…
Sacramento City Express
Published September 16$225,000 available for Sacramento nonprofits helping residents in need
The City of Sacramento is accepting applications from local nonprofit organizations for $225,000 in grant funding through the Ann Land and Bertha Henschel Memorial Fund. The fund provides financial assistance to nonprofit organizations serving people in need within the city of…
Sacramento City Express
Published September 16Workshop invites community input on Sacramento’s proposed Automated Red Light Camera Enforcement Program
Editor’s note: The time for the workshop has been changed. It will now start at 6 p.m. The article has been updated to reflect this change. The City of Sacramento invites residents, business owners, neighbors and community members to participate in an upcoming community workshop…
Folsom Times
Published September 15Folsom State Prison inmate dies after being found unresponsive in cell
A 43-year-old inmate at Folsom State Prison died Saturday after correctional officers found him unresponsive inside his cell, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Correctional staff reportedly discovered John Joseph Pine unresponsive at…