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Hundreds of volunteers help keep animals calm at Sacramento shelter during July 4th fireworks
SACRAMENTO — The Fourth of July can be a very stressful time for animals with all the booms and pops of fireworks going off.More than 270 volunteers are spending their Fourth of July helping keep animals calm at the Bradshaw Shelter. The loud booms and bangs on Independence Day can be very stressful for pets, especially ones confined to a cage.That's why Sacramento County invites community members to read, sing and play music for animals in its kennels."They're all really calm," said. "They're not stressed at all."It's a program that's been around since 2019 and is growing in popularity."We have...
Skunk Tests Positive for Rabies in Sac County
SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CA (MPG) - A juvenile striped skunk showing neurologic signs (e.g., staggering) was found on June 19 near the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) facilities on Nimbus Road in Rancho Cordova, adjacent to the American River Parkway. California Department of Fish and Wildlife staff humanely euthanized...
Beloved Elk Grove pizzeria revived under rebrand
(FOX40.COM) — A beloved Elk Grove pizzeria is reopening under a new name months after closing its doors. Pizza Bell shut down its Elk Grove Boulevard location on April 28 after operating there for 39 years. •Video Above: Longtime Elk Grove pizza parlor announces closure (from March 2024) The restaurant told customers it will reopen on […]
Skye the giraffe dies at Sacramento Zoo.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Skye, the reticulated giraffe was euthanized on Friday, July 5th, said the Sacramento Zoo. She had been receiving care and treatment for age-related issues and, as her condition declined, veterinary staff made the decision to humanely euthanize her. Skye was born on July 14, 1998, and...
Lost Pet Fees Waived Through July 15th
While fireworks and holiday events are great for humans, the loud noises can be frightening for pets who may flee or run away. In order to quickly reunite scared, stray animals with their owners, Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is waiving owner redemption fees through July 15, 2024, except for animals in any ongoing investigation, and confiscated or quarantined animals.
Folsom celebrates July 4th with neighborhood parades
Folsom Ranch, Briggs Ranch sport plenty of red,white and blue on holiday. Folsom celebrates the Fourth of July in many ways, and it’s not always with rodeo stars or fireworks, it’s also amongst neighbors on the streets of their communities in their very own foot parades that bring neighbors together in patriotic spirit.
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,...
7 vintage songs when the heatwave arrives and the mercury soars
Just for fun! Feelgood tunes when the triple digits hit. Roseville, Calif. – Another blistering heatwave is on tap for Northern California this Labor Day week as triple-digits appear to be settling in for an extended visit. Roseville and the surrounding region could top 112 degrees this week. For...
A final farewell to Solomon’s Delicatessen and other Bay Area Jewish food upates
Sign up for Weekday J and get the latest on what's happening in the Jewish Bay Area. In the 12 years that I’ve been doing this column, I’ve reported on some tragic news, such as the untimely deaths of some Jewish chefs. While this isn’t at that same level, the rise and fall of Solomon’s Delicatessen stands out as a sad tale to me, mostly as an example of the risks of the restaurant business. There was so much excitement around the deli, which took so much longer than expected to open, and then … the pandemic.
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