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Weekly Outings With The OBSERVER
All listed events, and more, can be viewed online on The OBSERVER’s community events calendar at SacObserver.com. Be sure to submit your events two weeks in advance to have the chance to be featured on the list. Zadecah Emporium Grand Opening – 1-10 p.m. Monday, July 8, through Wednesday,...
Groovy Tunes, Mini Golf and More in July at the Midtown Farmers Market
Perfect for the long and lazy days of summer, the Midtown Association has plenty of playful, light-hearted and family-friendly activations planned for the Midtown Farmers Market in July. Sutter Health’s Midtown Farmers Market presented by SMUD is always bursting with fresh fruit and produce, gourmet or locally made products and artisan goods, the open-air market is available year-round with spring/summer hours now in effect from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
'Come hydrated': Thousands head to Folsom Pro Rodeo in triple-digit temperatures
FOLSOM, Calif. — Thousands of people made it out to all three days of the Folsom Pro Rodeo despite thetriple-digit temperatures. The Folsom Pro Rodeo passed out free water and sunscreen to people heading in. Visitors were also allowed to bring their own sealed water bottles. While the gates...
Regional blues great Mick Martin set for Powerhouse return
A local and regional favorite is set to entertain in Historic Folsom, just in time to wind down and wrap up your holiday weekend. If you have the blues about heading back to work next week, why not enjoy the blues at the Powerhouse of Blues which welcome’s the great Mick Martin and his Big Blues Band to the Powerhouse Pub, a very “cool” place to be on a hot Sunday afternoon.
Exciting talent, impactful performances planned at Harris Center
FOLSOM — Harris Center for the Arts has announced its Harris Center Presents 2024-25 season of internationally acclaimed concerts and performances. Detailed information on each event, including the Broadway Series highlighted in an earlier article, can be found at HarrisCenter.net.
1st Spare the Air Day of 2024 issued for Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After a week of new fires capped off with more than a few illegal fireworks displays, ozone levels will be higher Friday in the valley. Because of this, it's the first Spare the Air Day of the year for Sacramento. Air quality values will be in...
Shanghai Tattoo named best decorated business in Historic Folsom
In the spirit of Independence Day, Historic Folsom ushered in the month of July with a huge amount of community patriotism this past week, climaxing with the 6th annual Hometown Parade that drew one of its biggest crowds yet. Along with the efforts set forth by the Folsom Historic District Association to keep the community entertained and engaged with the city’s crown jewel that surrounds Sutter Street was a contest amongst merchants to decorate with plenty or red, white and blue.
Woman killed in collision in Elk Grove
The Elk Grove Police Department is investigating a single-vehicle collision that claimed the life of the driver. On July 5, 2024, at approximately 6:49 p.m., the Elk Grove Police Department responded to West Stockton Boulevard, between Whitelock Parkway and Kyler Road, regarding a single-vehicle collision. The driver and solo occupant...
Marathon night for Folsom fire crews on Fourth of July
Folsom firefighters worked a strenuous marathon night on the Fourth of July as they supported other fire crews around the region and responded to a huge number of calls for aid in their city. Chad Wilson, Assistant Fire Chief of Operations and Administration said their dispatch center received a whopping...
In pictures: community spirit shines at Folsom Pro Rodeo
From the moment fans step into the front gates of Folsom’s Dan Russell arena they can’t help but notice the sea of red white and blue throughout the facility that is transformed annually by Choose Folsom and the Folsom Chamber of Commerce to host the annual Folsom Pro Rodeo. From the skydiver delivered American Flag descending into the arena to the majestic moves of Folsom’s Painted Ladies to little locals mutton busting, barrel races, bull riders, flying motorcycles and everything in between the event that spans six decades offers something for everyone and brings an economic boost to the community of Folsom as local businesses welcome rodeo guests from all parts into their amazing establishments.
Elk Grove's Beloved Pizza Bell Reopens as Patty’s Pizza Shack with Fresh Menu and Familiar Faces
The former Pizza Bell location in Elk Grove, a staple of the community for nearly four decades, is set to flip its 'closed' sign to 'open' with a twist. Following its closure on April 28 after a 39-year stint on Elk Grove Boulevard, the establishment is gearing up to welcome longstanding and new customers alike as Patty’s Pizza Shack starting today, July 5. The pizzeria, having nourished countless family gatherings and memories, mentioned in their announcement, which FOX40 reported, that a "good Samaritan" has played a pivotal role in the venue's resurrection.
Disco Dalton ignites the fun for Folsom Pro Rodeo fans
A new face has joined the family of the Folsom Pro Rodeo this week, a very colorful one. His name is Dalton Morris, better known as Disco Dalton, an acclaimed rodeo entertainer that that has performed in arena and on stages abroad. This week marked the first time Dalton experienced the fans and the energy of the Folsom Pro Rodeo which didn’t disappoint the performer, who also didn’t disappoint local rodeo fans as he clowned around, engaged with fans and performed a number of blazing rope tricks, literally.
“It’s OK” Brotha Event Photo Gallery
Many African Americans, gathered June 29 at The OBSERVER’s “It’s OK Brotha” Mental Health and Resource Fair in Oak Park to discuss resources and advice surrounding Black men’s mental health. Throughout the event, men of color across different ages and backgrounds shared their mental health journeys, shedding light on the highs and lows.
Giving the Brown Act the Finger - Like other authoritarian politicians, the Elk Grove Mayor & City Council are demolishing democracy
Earlier this week, EGN podcast contributor Lynn Wheat released her newest edition, which she called "Finally, proof that Elk Grove City Council decisions are made beforehand." We urge you to listen to her podcast, which lays out objective evidence that decisions made by our city council and city staff are determined before they are on the council meeting agendas. The city council votes made in public are just a formality for decisions already set in motion.
Deputies arrest one after fatal Northern California stabbing
(FOX40.COM) — According to deputies, a person was found dead early Saturday morning following a stabbing in Northern California. The Yuba County Sheriff’s Department said the incident happened just after midnight on 1129 North Beale Road. Yuba County deputies said they responded to calls of a physical disturbance. When deputies arrived at the scene, they […]
Council Approves Budget, Contract for Zoo
ELK GROVE, CA (MPG) - Elk Grove City Council signed off on a balanced budget for the coming fiscal year at its June 26 regular meeting, as well as a cost-sharing agreement with the entity looking to move the Sacramento Zoo to Elk Grove. Councilmembers have praised the $374-million budget...
Free fishing day, record heat draw the angling-curious to California waterways
SAN FRANCISCO -- Saturday was the first of the two free fishing days of 2024 in California -- a great time to get out to the water to see if you could make the perfect cast."Fishing remains hugely popular in California. We have such diverse populations. We have the ocean, lakes and rivers," said Peter Tira, spokesperson for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. "We want to get people outside. We want people to be out in nature."Tira says these are the two days out of the year where you don't need a license to fish in the state."We...
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