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Sky River Casino to Hire New Staff With On-Site Job Fairs
Sky River Casino in Elk Grove, California is planning to hire more staff with on-site job fairs as the casino plans for a future expansion. This news came shortly after Sky River Casino announced its partnership with Wilton Rancheria. Sky River Casino in Elk Grove will hire new staff with...
Sacramento’s first Passive House sets the standard for green builds
In East Sacramento, on a narrow avenue of small, single-story homes, a transformation is underway. An 82-year-old bungalow is becoming the new kid on the block: the first Passive House in the Sacramento region. That is, a home that’s certifiably energy efficient, airtight and well-ventilated, with triple-pane windows and continuous...
Sacramento Police Seek Help to Find Missing 12-Year-Old Boy, Marquez Hollis
The Sacramento Police Department has issued a call to the public to help find a young boy who has been reported missing. The youth in question is 12-year-old Marquez Hollis, described as standing 5'2" with a thin build, black hair, and brown eyes. According to the police department, Marquez was last seen at about 7:45 p.m. in the area of the 7600 block of Bridge Bay Drive. At that time, he was wearing a camouflaged shirt paired with green khaki camo shorts. The concern for Marquez is heightened due to his young age, marking him as an at-risk individual in need of immediate attention.
Woman accused of killing Vacaville police officer may not be competent for trial
The judge presiding over Monday's arraignment of a driver who allegedly struck and killed a Vacaville police officer earlier this month questioned her competency to stand trial. Serena C.J. Rodriguez, 24, of Auburn, will return to court Aug.19 regarding a professional's report on her mental competency, Solano County District Attorney's Office spokesperson Monica Martinez said Monday afternoon. Rodriguez is charged with felony murder, with enhancements for killing a police officer, use of a deadly weapon and use of a deadly or dangerous weapon. Rodriguez, who also goes by Kali Rose Kahn, according to court records, allegedly drove the vehicle that...
Extreme weather in California fueling Redding's hottest July ever
Brutally hot summers are nothing new for Redding. But this summer's torch parade of blazing hot temperatures is melting the record books. So far in July, the average temperature in Redding has been about 110 degrees. That's because there have been 11 days in which the high temperature surpassed 110, according to the National Weather Service in Sacramento. ...
Stockton's Team Elevate program earns national ranking as athletes get college recognition
STOCKTON – Kids and teens in Stockton are flocking to a program that's offering them the opportunity of a lifetime.It's called Team Elevate and through a combination of great coaching and a lot of hard work, several athletes are starting to get noticed.Vince Carter putting people through their paces. Carter is a personal trainer and coach for Team Elevate."We're up to almost 300 kids now, in 10 years," Carter said.A non-profit designed to teach and reinforce valuable life skills to Stockton area kids, a program that's earned national ranking and recognition. "It's a brotherhood. It's discipline. It's honor. It's respect....
New business owner wants to add to Taco Tuesday with Filipino Friday
“There’s Taco Tuesday, why can’t there be Filipino Friday?”. That’s the thought of Jeeno Miranda, a Filipino-American who just launched his own Filipino-inspired online spice business, LASA, based out of Roseville. “This is just an extension of showing a little about myself and how I think Filipino...
Citrus Heights begins second phase of improvements on Auburn Boulevard
CITRUS HEIGHTS, Calif. — Thesecond phase of a major roadway project started in Citrus Heights on Monday along Auburn Boulevard. The improvement leads into Roseville from Orlando Avenue to Antelope Road. The Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Revitalization Project Phase 2 is a multi-year project that will involve 24/7 single-lane...
Reno family seeks justice in decades-old rape case, Calif. lawmakers consider changing law
Reno, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — Lawmakers plan to take a look at California laws to see if they need to be changed to go after the suspects who rape a person decades ago. Currently the law only allows prosecution in more recent cases. The change could help a northern Nevada family.
Six Flags enforces new youth chaperone policy
VALLEJO, Calif. - Six Flags Discovery Kingdom will start enforcing a chaperone policy for youth beginning this Friday. All guests 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult who is at least 21 to gain admission to the park. The chaperone must stay with the youth for the duration of their visit.
2 horses die in separate incidents during Tevis Cup
Two horses passed away in separate incidents during the 68th Tevis Cup on Saturday. Both incidents occurred on the trail and resulted in the horses being euthanized, according to posts shared by the Tevis Cup Facebook page. The first incident involved Max Merlich and his horse, Layla, near Devil's Thumb....
Police call upcoming National Night Out 'one of our biggest nights of the year'
National Night Out is right around the corner and Folsom city leaders are urging residents to register their events online by this week if they want a visit from their police department or other city officials. In Roseville, the deadline has passed and the city is already gearing up for the various festivities.
LIVING THE DREAM: ALI AGUILAR
SACRAMENTO CA- Ali Aguilar’s softball journey began in her hometown of Roseville, California, where she made a name for herself at Casa Roble High School. Graduating with a 3.8 GPA, Ali racked up numerous accolades, including the 2010 Cal-Hi State Softball Freshman of the Year and the 2013 All-Metro Softball Player of the Year. Her standout performances earned her a spot on the 2013 USA Softball Junior Women’s National Team, marking the start of a promising career.
Hundreds turn out for ARD Parks and Big Trucks
Recreation Park was host to several larger-than-live vehicles and equipment for the community to explore, touch and sit in during Auburn Recreation and Parks District Parks & Big Trucks event. ARD Administrator Kahl Muscott described the event as “a monster-(truck) success,” as hundreds braved triple-digit weather to experience all the...
Homewood to begin major forest health project this summer
HOMEWOOD, Calif. – Homewood Mountain Resort is prepping to start its Hazardous Fuels Reduction Project after the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Governing Board unanimously approved it earlier this summer. “It’s great news,” said Ed Divita, parter at Discovery Land Co. “We’re very proud to be embarking upon a significant...
Placer Grown Farmers Market Showcases Local Produce and Community Engagement
Every Tuesday, you can find fresh produce, bakery items, and flowers for sale at the Placer Grown farmers market in the Fountains on Galleria Blvd. From 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., it is open to enjoy locally grown food and a strong sense of community. On Tuesday, July 9, I...
OV-4’s Olympic Valley Community Wildfire Buffer Project under way
OLYMPIC VALLEY, Calif. – The Olympic Valley Public Service District has launched a wildfire prevention initiative known as the OV-4 Olympic Valley Community Wildfire Buffer Project. “The 150-foot fuels reduction project surrounding our homes is critical to our survival,” said Bob Barnett, an Olympic Valley Resident in a board...
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