The District 2 Hot Spot recreation program, sponsored by Councilmember Allen Warren, returns on Friday, January 10, 2014 to its new location at Martin Luther King, Jr. Technology Academy. Paid for by Measure U, the free program operates on Friday nights from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. with basketball, volleyball, and snacks. Martin Luther King…
The new Dollar General at the corner of Roanoke Ave and Marysville Blvd is applying for a liquor license and that has prompted concern within the community. Dollar General’s application has caused a mix of outrage and fear the community will have another store selling alcohol. What remains unclear is what Dollar General is proposing…
The Del Paso Boulevard Partnership hosts Rudolph’s Candy Cane Walk this Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. These participating businesses will be distributing free candy: Del Paso Grooming Angel’s Gallery Son of a Bean Coffee & Art Uptown Café GameFit Uptown Fitness Schiff’s Estate Sales Casa Bella Galleria Forgotten Furnishings Li’l Joe’s So-Cal Speed…
Breakfast with Santa on The Boulevard returns this Saturday, December 14 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. to Masonic Hall. Breakfast includes delicious pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties and beverages. Coffee provided by Son of a Bean. Fun activities include photos with Santa, a free craft project for kids, raffles and a special appearance by…
The Sacramento Police Department is seeking help from the community in locating suspect Avery Draughty, wanted for murder. On Thursday, November 28, 2013, at approximately 2:53 p.m., officers responded to the 3700 block of Balsam Street regarding a report of a shooting. Officers quickly discovered that 31-year-old Tiffany Silva had been fatally struck with…
City Council is scheduled to discuss the proposed Expo Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital tomorrow night. A discussion regarding the facility has been postponed for months due to concerns raised by the Woodlake community. The facility would be located across Highway 160 on Expo Parkway. Concerns regarding the facility included a lack of outreach to the…
The Sacramento Hmong New Year celebration returns to Cal Expo tomorrow, November 28 through Sunday, December 1. Photo from: Sacramento Hmong New Year, Inc. Deeply rooted in the tradition of the Hmong culture, this modern day celebration is a reflection of change, progress, and growth. Admission to the event is $4.00 (children under 5 and…
Northgate Park was re-dedicated today with the opening of a new playground, basketball court, and refurbished tennis court to include futsal. The refurbished court is named after Arturo Carrillo, a former youth soccer coach you passed away in August 2010. The court includes one tennis court and one futsal court. Futsal is a variant of…
The new Progressive Service Center will hold an Open House this Saturday, November 23, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at 2150 Harvard Street. Photo from: Flo, the Progressive Girl. The center is the third to be constructed in California and is the only center located in the northern/central California region. Hours are 7 a.m.…
Iceland Ice Skating Rink hosts its “Raise the Roof!” Season Opening Party tomorrow, November 22 from 6pm – 9pm at 1430 Del Paso Boulevard. The party includes The Streets of London Pub’s Big Red Bus food truck, a DJ, performances (including one by local artist Stevie Nader), prizes, and more. Call 916-925-3121 for more information.