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Folsom Housing Market Mid-Year Numbers are In
We’re just past the half-way mark of 2024, and it’s a good time to assess the Folsom housing market. Is it a buyer’s market? Some say ‘yes’ as the high interest rates have put home ownership out of reach for many. Is it a seller’s...
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Folsom Police seek community help to locate missing woman
The Folsom Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating an “at risk” missing person, Terri Thompson-Liggett. Thompson-Liggett, 67, is described as a white female, 5 feet 1 inch tall. She was last seen wearing a t-shirt and black pants. She was driving a Toyota Camry which relatives say is dark blue in color with California license plate 7YEL129. Her last known location was Thursday evening near Green Valley Road in El Dorado County, according to information released by the Folsom Police Department Friday evening.
Man convicted in 2022 Antelope DUI crash that left child paralyzed
ANTELOPE, Calif. — A man under the influence of meth who crashed a stolen truck into a family’s car in 2022 in Antelope has been convicted. According to the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, a jury convicted John Hayden Hart of felony DUI causing injury, and felony vehicle theft.
Advice to reader who cries: ‘Help! I want my house back’
Occasionally, I get a call for help from a reader whose situation has all the markings of a class action lawsuit, that is, one person acting on behalf of many (maybe you). Maureen Rabazinski’s email was such a case. Two weeks ago, the 62-year-old nurse practitioner from Winter Park, Fla., wrote for advice.
Gem Faire to shine in Sac
SACRAMENTO — Gem Faire, America’s Premier Jewelry & Bead Show, returns to Sacramento Aug. 2-4, at Scottish Rite Center. Explore the largest selection of fine jewelry, crystals, gemstones, beads, minerals, earth’s treasures and much more. Take advantage of buying directly from the importers and wholesalers. From loose gemstones, raw minerals and millions of bead strands, to finished jewelry, fashion accessories, jewelry supplies and tools, find them all under one roof. Jewelry repair, cleaning and ring sizing service are available while visitors shop. Enjoy displays and demonstrations by Sacramento Mineral Society all weekend long.
Outside with Charlie: Get outside!
We’re at the middle of the summer season and our nearby forests are calling. The Eldorardo, Tahoe and Humboldt-Toiyabe are loaded with private, state and U.S. Forest Service campgrounds with nearby lakes, streams and more trails than you can count. The Crystal Basin Recreation Area, located off Highway 50,...
Folsom man eyes 60-mile unicycle ride to benefit diabetes research
If you frequent the trails around Folsom and the American River Parkway, chances are you have seen Doug Lee a time or two. Lee is not hard to miss as he can usually be found on one wheel rather than two. Now at 60 years of age, the Folsom resident has launched a fundraiser where he plans to ride the same distance as his age on his unicycle, all in an effort to raise funds and awareness in the fight against Type 1 diabetes.
Placerville Speedway caps busy month with Carnett Clash
Placerville Speedway is set to finish off the month of July with one of its more special nights of the year for the Mountain Democrat Ltd. Late Models and Red Hawk Casino Pure Stocks, with the annual Carnett Clash taking place this Saturday. The 59th season of competition at the...
Peach Festival in Folsom returns Sunday, August 4th
All things peachy in Historic Folsom for 11th annual event. Folsom, Calif.- The return of the Annual Peach Festival in Folsom happens on Sunday, August 4th at the plaza of Historic Folsom. In 2024, it’s just $5 for an All Day Pass for Kids Carnival Games!. A family-friendly favorite...
Sacramento Banana Festival returns for 13th annual edition
The Sacramento Banana Festival is returning for its 13th edition, featuring a weekend of multicultural performances, artisan vendors, contests, games, and banana-inspired food, with proceeds benefiting the National Academic Youth Corps.
UC Davis Health diagnosing more lung cancer at stage 1 than ever before thanks to breakthrough technologies
SACRAMENTO -- Breakthrough technology is helping UC Davis Health treat more cases of lung cancer in its earliest stages. It's the first hospital system in Northern California to marry two cutting-edge advanced imaging technologies that make finding abnormalities in the lungs faster and safer. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths nationwide, expected to take the lives of 125,000 Americans this year alone. That is why UC Davis Health being home to these new technologies is something doctors call a game-changer."This is the Cios Spin, here. What it does is take 3D images of the patient's lungs," said Dr....
MLB Player Freddie Freeman’s Son Can’t ‘Stand or Walk’ After Hospitalization for Transient Synovitis
Courtesy of Chelsea Freeman/Instagram Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman rushed to the hospital to be with his son on Wednesday, July 25, after his team’s game against the San Francisco Giants. Freeman, 34, learned after the game that his wife, Chelsea, rushed their youngest, 3-year-old Maximus, to the emergency room after he experienced pain […]
I sold my car to a dealership for $53k to pay off a debt – they gave every excuse not to pay but still took the vehicle
ONE family was left fuming after a car dealership failed to pay them $53,000 but still took the vehicle. According to the family, they were planning on using the money to pay off debts. Jessica Haley and her husband, Brandon, said that in 2023, they sold their GMC Sierra Truck...
SCOTUS Justice Elena Kagan calls for ethics enforcement mechanism
A day after President Biden used an Oval Office address to promise Supreme Court reform, liberal Justice Elena Kagan urged ethics reforms, with a concrete enforcement mechanism. At the Ninth Circuit Court’s annual judicial conference in Sacramento, California, the Justice answered a question on the difficulties of enforcing an ethics...
Sen. Hurtado says 'yes' to Proposition 36, breaks with Democrat leadership in Sacramento
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. --- (KBAK/FOX58) Central Valley State Senator Melissa Hurtado (D-16th District) is coming out in support of Proposition 36. The lawmaker is bucking Democratic party leadership in the state capitol which has been looking for alternative methods to address homelessness, theft, and drug use. "I think Prop 36 is...
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