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Pathway program helps assistant become a teacher
Rescue Union School District announced that Christina Pendygraft, a dedicated instructional assistant for the past seven years in the district, has successfully utilized the California School Employees Association No-Cost Teacher Pathway Program to obtain her teacher credential. Upon completion Rescue USD quickly hired Pendygraft as a transitional kindergarten teacher at Rescue Elementary starting in August.
School Supply Drive aims to fill 700 backpacks
For the 11th year in a row, nonprofit organization Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Difference is collecting backpacks and essential school supplies to help local students in need start the year off on the right foot. The community can contribute by dropping off supply donations at locations throughout the...
Fire burns Orangevale home, no injuries reported
ORANGEVALE, Calif. — A fire burned a house early Wednesday morning in Orangevale, the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District said. Fire crews were dispatched around 2:42 a.m. to Hazel Avenue north of Steven Avenue. The fire was extinguished. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under...
Hometown Hero: El Dorado Hills native serves where future Navy warfighters train
GREAT LAKES, Ill. — Sailors are some of the most highly trained people on the planet and this training begins at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes, otherwise known as boot camp. Every enlisted sailor starts their Navy journey at boot camp at Naval Station Great Lakes, Illinois. Petty Officer...
School zone a construction zone
Despite the large mound of dirt in front of the administrative office, parents taking their kids to Oak Ridge High School when the first bell rings Aug. 8 likely won’t need a car wash after drop off. “We’re not expecting to be completely done by the first day of...
Jackson Elementary teachers earn Certified California Naturalist Status
The Rescue Union School District recently announced that two of its dedicated staff members, Amy Hadden and Julie Carruth, have successfully earned the title of Certified California Naturalists. This certification was awarded by the prestigious University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources program, which is committed to fostering a deep understanding and appreciation of California’s unique and varied natural environment.
Oak Ridge alum reaching great heights
Oak Ridge High School alum Tyler Burns recently completed his first Olympic Trials in Eugene, Ore. Pole vaulting an impressive 18 feet, 4½ inches, Burns placed 15th, a decent showing for his first trial. “I think I could’ve jumped one or two bars higher if I had had a...
Registration now open for Break Free Run in Folsom
3Strands Global Foundation, a nonprofit organization working toward a world free from human trafficking, is thrilled to announce the return of the Break Free Run which will take place Saturday, Oct, 19. The run will start at Lakeside Church on the Parkway Trails in Folsom. The event includes a Kids...
Motorcycle crash reported on East Bidwell Street in Folsom
FOLSOM, Calif. — A motorcycle was reportedly struck by a vehicle at Iron Point Road and East Bidwell Street in Folsom on Tuesday evening. Emergency crews responded to reports of the crash around 8 p.m. Radio transmission from Folsom police dispatch indicates that at least one person was reportedly...
Autumn in August: A beloved apple farm will soon reopen
The ranch is part of Apple Hill, a farm-filled destination known for apple treats and nostalgic fun. The ranch reopens for the season on Aug. 10, 2024; check the Apple Hill site for more openings and news. HURRYING SUMMER OUT THE DOOR? We wouldn't dare, not when there are lemony...
When the cat's away the CAPS won't play but they'll keep an eye on your house!
If you’re a Folsom resident still planning a summer trip or vacation, you may want to take advantage of a free home vacation check service offered by the Folsom Police Department. The vacation checks are done by Citizens Assisting Public Safety (CAPS) volunteers. It’s a fairly simple process; Folsom...
California cities and counties ignoring mandate to monitor homeless shelters
In 2021, responding to reports that the state’s homeless shelters were dirty and dangerous, the state Legislature crafted a plan: It would require local governments to inspect their shelters after complaints and file annual reports on shelter conditions. Three years on, California’s cities and counties have basically ignored the mandate. A new investigation from CalMatters […]
California’s Alternative Energy And Advanced Transportation Financing Authority Grants Archer Industry Leading Award For Ramp Of Its Electric Powertrain Facility
SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 17, 2024-- Archer Aviation Inc., a leader in the development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, announced today that on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 it received approval from CAEATFA for its ~$117M project covering the planned expansion of its advanced manufacturing facilities in the State of California, including the ramp of its advanced electric powertrain facility as it readies for commercialization. The CAEATFA sales and use tax exclusion is expected to result in ~$10M in benefit to Archer over the next few years. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240717982467/en/ Photo: Archer’s high-volume battery pack manufacturing line in San Jose, CA (Photo: Business Wire)
Apple helps launch Bay Area Housing Innovation Fund
Apple is teaming up with the San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund, Sobrato Philanthropies, and Destination: Home — all experts in affordable housing development — to launch the new Bay Area Housing Innovation Fund. This fund, which will make targeted, favorable loans to advance affordable housing development, is part of Apple’s broader $2.5 billion commitment to address housing affordability in communities across California.
PennWest Presidential Transition Committee Announced
CLARION, Pa. — After announcing the formation of a presidential transition committee in June, President Jon Anderson announced members of the committee on Tuesday, July 16, just one month into his tenure as leader of Pennsylvania Western University. The committee will play a key role in advancing engagement and...
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