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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. Single Mom Strong Empowerment Workshop: Co-Parenting – 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 30,...
Missing Ventura girl headed to Sacramento located
The California Highway Patrol issued an Ebony Alert for 12-year-old Tiana Carter, who was last seen near Harper Drive and Santa Margarita Road in Ventura, CA, and is believed to be traveling to the Sacramento area in an unknown vehicle.
Fire at Sineen Market in Sacramento County being investigated as arson
CALIFORNIA, USA — A fire that damaged a market in Sacramento County is being investigated as arson. The Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District said Friday crews responded to reports of dark smoke coming from Sineen Market along La Riviera Drive. Crews knocked down the fire. No injuries were reported.
Hume Covers ‘Wall Time,’ Water, Roads
ELK GROVE, CA (MPG) - Sacramento County Supervisor Pat Hume delivered the annual State of the County address on July 19, covering the county’s actions in areas such as timely hospitalizations, water management and road maintenance. Speaking during a luncheon at the District56 community center in Elk Grove, Hume...
Good news for Folsom drivers - pipeline project on Folsom Blvd completed
Good news for Folsom drivers - city officials announced that the Folsom Boulevard Pipeline Construction project is officially finished. The critical infrastructure project involved a one-mile section of Folsom Boulevard from Blue Ravine Road to Bidwell Street. During the construction, slow downs were experienced in that section of roadway as lanes were reduced and drivers were merged into one lane.
Sacramento Valley Under Red Flag Warning Amid Critical Fire Conditions and Park Fire Battle
The National Weather Service in Sacramento has flagged a critical fire weather situation, issuing a Red Flag Warning for the Sacramento Valley and nearby regions until 11 PM tonight. The alert underscores the persisting peril of wildfire escalation fueled by low humidity and strengthening southerly winds, according to the National Weather Service.
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.
KCRA Weekend Roundup: Sacramento area things to do for July 26-28
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Looking for things to do this weekend? Here's a list of events happening in Northern California from Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28. Before you head out the door, check the latest forecast here. Sacramento-area events. Black Cowboys Parade and Blues Festival. Yeehaw! The 2nd...
I-5 closures continue in Sacramento as Caltrans resumes highway construction
(FOX40.COM) — Sacramento drivers can anticipate closures along Interstate 5 during the final weekend of July as Caltrans crews work to repair the roadway. The I-5 closures are a part of Caltrans’ FixSac5 project that seeks to use about $25 million to repair pavement and “deteriorating asphalt” in the Natomas area. Beginning Friday, July 26 […]
Sacramento Banana Festival Returns to Land Park with Global Cultural Celebrations and Charitable Mission
Sacramento is getting its annual dose of potassium in the sweetest of ways as the Sacramento Banana Festival readies to peel back into Land Park for its 13th year. The event, set for August 17 and 18, doubles as a celebration of global cultures that honor the banana as more than a fruit, but as a staple that bridges food, art, and culture across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. With festivities spanning from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, the festival aims to combine eclectic experiences for anyone looking to quickly engage in the joy of communal feasting and performance.
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