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See How They Run

Dec 02, 2024 04:58PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Endangered Chinook salmon are now running in full force.

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Tips for a Holly Jolly Holiday Season

Nov 26, 2024 09:46AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As the holidays approach, many of us look forward to gatherings with friends and family, enjoying delicious food and taking part in festive celebrations. However, this time of year can also bring feelings of stress, loneliness or sadness for some

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Introducing the New Orangevale and Fair Oaks Farmstand

Nov 19, 2024 01:35PM ● By Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm News Release

Something exciting is sprouting at the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank Farm—a new farmstand that will offer fresh, local produce and help our community flourish!

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Christmas in Fair Oaks is For Entire Family

Nov 19, 2024 01:23PM ● By Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District News Release

The Fair Oaks elves — the Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District and Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce, along with

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Turkey Bowl 2024: Another Record-Breaking Year!

Nov 19, 2024 01:16PM ● By MaryAnne Povey and photos by Tim Engle

Gobble, gobble! Turkey Bowl 2024 was a feather ruffling success!

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Orangevale Women Uncover Long Lost Photos of Veterans

Nov 05, 2024 01:28PM ● By Annie Kerr

Sacramento area residents might remember the Veteran’s Wall at the former Hometown Buffet on Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights.

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Vote for the Best of Fair Oaks

Nov 05, 2024 11:21AM ● By Judy Andrews

Get ready to vote for your favorite local businesses and service organizations as the Best of Fair Oaks 2024 kicks off on Nov. 14.

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OV Parks Hosting a Holiday Craft Faire

Nov 05, 2024 11:15AM ● By OV Parks News Website

The Orangevale Recreation and Park District will be hosting a holiday craft fair on Friday, Nov. 15, and Saturday, Nov. 16. The craft fair is free for shoppers!

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Disc Golf Course Safety Improvements Discussed

Nov 05, 2024 11:09AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Oct. 16 meeting, the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors considered possible actions to improve safety at the disc golf course that opened at Miller Park in 2020.

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Residential Wood-Burning Restrictions Begin Nov. 1

Nov 05, 2024 10:14AM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District News Release

The Sac Metro Air District launched its “Check Before You Burn” season on Nov. 1.

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Board Approves $250,000 for Safety and Revitalization

Oct 15, 2024 01:50PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, Sept. 24, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved the reallocation of $250,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding to the Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP) for downtown safety enhancements.

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Stay Healthy This Season with Wellness Events at the Library

Oct 15, 2024 09:19AM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

This fall, Sacramento Public Library will offer free health and wellness programs including yoga classes, flu vaccine clinics, and opioid overdose prevention workshops.

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Martin Ross to Present Self-Defense Tips

Oct 09, 2024 04:30PM ● By MPG Staff

The public is invited to a free “Safe Kids, Safe Schools” Self-Defense Demonstration from noon to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Family Taekwondo Plus in Citrus Heights.

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Rough Waters Ahead Commentary

Oct 09, 2024 03:43PM ● By Commentary

Editor's note: Because of readers' comments to the American River Messenger's Sept. 7 front page article, "Rough Water ahead," we asked representatives from both sides to write a column about the issue addressed in the article.

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Changes Coming to Airport

Oct 08, 2024 01:28PM ● By Daniel Canfield

Effective Oct. 1 and without much ceremony, the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) hourly parking lot was closed, according to the airport website.

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Fidelis K9 Dog Training Celebrates Ribbon Cutting

Oct 08, 2024 12:56PM ● By MaryAnne Povey

The Orangevale Chamber of Commerce, along with an enthusiastic crowd of family, friends, clients and community leaders, celebrated the grand opening of Fidelis K9 Dog Training with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 21.

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Honoring Her Leadership

Oct 08, 2024 12:20PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Barbara Sestito was honored at the Sept. 18 Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors meeting upon her retirement from the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival board, where she has served since 1993.

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Empowerment For a Better Future

Sep 24, 2024 12:22PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With tears spilling over her eyelids and down her cheeks, Falisha recalled buried details of her rocky childhood – responsibilities no child should’ve shouldered, experiences no child should’ve had.

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Former Teacher Advocates for Using White Canes

Sep 24, 2024 12:10PM ● By Kristin Thébaud Communications News Release

Ed Marin of Fair Oaks was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) 20 years ago but he didn’t start using a white cane until this year.

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Fall Drive Seeks 50,000 Pounds of Food

Sep 24, 2024 12:03PM ● By Patsy McGavock

Hoping to meet growing food insecurity, the Orangevale Fair Oaks Food Bank and more than 50 community partners will sponsor the fifth annual Fall Community Food Drive on Oct. 12.

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Rough Waters Ahead

Sep 24, 2024 11:40AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Fair Oaks Water District (FOWD) has been located in the Fair Oaks Village for more than 40 years, beginning in 1979 with the purchase of its current corporation yard at 10317 Fair Oaks Blvd.

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Public Meeting Will Discuss Possibly Combining Water Districts

Sep 17, 2024 04:27PM ● By Original Communications

The public is invited to an important community event co-hosted by the Sacramento Suburban Water District and the Del Paso Manor Water District on Tuesday, Sept. 24 to discuss a possible combination of the two water districts.

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Cowbell Classic Returns: Casa Roble Rams Defeat Bella Vista

Sep 12, 2024 09:30AM ● By Mary-Anne Povey

Casa Roble emerged victorious in the third annual Cowbell Classic on Sept. 7, defeating Bella Vista 22-14 in the scorching September heat.

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VFW Post 6158 Commemorates National POW/MIA Recognition Day

Sep 12, 2024 09:21AM ● By Sheila LaPolla, photos by Sheila LaPolla

Amid all of today’s drama and controversies, we mustn’t forget those who valiantly served our nation and were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are still missing in action (MIA), as well as their families.

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FORPD Board Approves Cost-of-Living Increase

Sep 12, 2024 09:13AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During the Aug. 21 Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors meeting, Parks and Facilities manager Sean Ventura discussed efforts to address safety concerns at the Miller Park disc golf course.

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Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Sept. 21

Sep 12, 2024 09:07AM ● By Judy Andrews

Start practicing your chicken calls because it’s almost time to celebrate the 19th Annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival from 12 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Fair Oaks Park (11549 Fair Oaks Blvd.).

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Hoover, Niello Talk about Concerns

Sep 11, 2024 02:36PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photo by Ornella Rossi

A crowd of more than 200 gathered at Bella Vista High School on Tuesday Sept. 3 for a community meeting featuring Assemblyman Josh Hoover and Sen. Roger Niello.

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CDPH Warns of Increased Risk of Valley Fever Through Fall

Sep 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Investigation Continues into Reports of Valley Fever Among Music Festival Attendees

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Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Corn hole Tournament

Sep 05, 2024 05:05PM ● By Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce News Release

Get your Business Team, Friends or Family together, and come out for a friendly competition of corn hole in the park!

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Assembly OKs Sen. Dodd's Defensible Space Bill

Sep 04, 2024 04:47PM ● By Office of Senator Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, announced on Aug. 29 that the California Assembly has approved his measure to enhance wildfire safety by improving standards for creation of defensible space.

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VSP Vision Joins Forces with Troopathon on 7th Annual Packathon to Commemorate 9/11 and Support Deployed Troops

Sep 04, 2024 11:27AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon is proud to announce its 7th Annual Packathon, a significant event dedicated to commemorating the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, and honoring the sacrifices made by the brave members of the U.S. Armed Forces. This year, VSP Vision™ is stepping up as the event’s official sponsor, bringing a meaningful contribution to this cause.

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Cooling Center Activated Across County

Sep 03, 2024 02:52PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory in the Sacramento region September 4 to 6 at 8 p.m. Regional cooling centers and spaces are available Wednesday to Friday in alignment with the advisory.

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Assemblyman Hoover urges Governor Newsom to Sign Legislation Improving Accountability Over Homelessness Spending

Sep 03, 2024 01:36PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

A (MPG) - On Saturday, Aug. 31, Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced the passage of Assembly Bill 2903 out of the Legislature, which would require state-run homelessness programs to annually report cost and outcome data to the California Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH).

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iHealth Labs Opens New Office, Marking Significant Growth

Aug 27, 2024 01:27PM ● By iHealth Labs News Release

iHealth Labs, a leading provider of digital health solutions best known for its distinctive orange-box COVID-19 tests, announced Aug. 21 the opening of its new office in Sacramento

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Sacramento County Rezones Aim to Boost Affordable Housing

Aug 27, 2024 09:32AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 20 to adopt a series of resolutions and ordinances to rezone sites throughout the county, a move aimed at addressing the shortfall of 2,884 units in the county’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) for the lower-income category (households with incomes less than 80 percent of area median income; income levels less than $69,050).

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