Black Expo goes green

The Black Expo returns to Sacramento this weekend with the theme of “Tapping our Green Power”. The theme is intended to educate the Black community about Green issues such as the need for conserving energy. The expo will feature a fourm about “going green”. The Expo begins today and runs until Sunday at the Sacramento…

Sacramento Autorama makes its 60th run this weekend

The Sacramento Autorama makes its 60th run this weekend at Cal Expo, featuring over 450 custom cars, hot rods, classics, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles from around Sacramento County. The Autorama will stretch the entire Expo fairgrounds, taking up Buildings A-D, the Expo Center, and surrounding areas. Show times are 12pm – 10pm on Friday, 10am…

Woman leaves child with homeless woman

Silvia Marcial was arrested after she left her one-year old baby with a homeless woman near the La Superior market in Northgate. Marcial called police at 5pm saying her child was kidnapped. The homeless woman flagged down police as they began their search. Marcial was arrested for child endangerment.

Staying put

Yesterday, I said I in the process of moving the site to a new location at WordPress. After toying with all the difficulties of setting up such a site, I’ve decided to stay put and remain at Blogger. This is no reflection on WordPress, which is a wonderful product. So, our address is returning to…

In the midst of moving site

We’re in the midst of moving the site from Blogger to WordPress, so some things may be a little confusing right now. For one, there are two North Sac Beats: one at Blogger and one at WordPress. Just continue to go to the one at Blogger for the time being until the transfer is complete.…

Sac Coalition for Working Families comes to Grant

The Sacramento Coalition for Working Families will bring it’s various services to Grant High School tomorrow. The coalition will provide information on free and reduced-cost child care, health insurance for children, discounted utility programs, and children’s programs. Free tax preparation is availabile by apppointment. The event runs tomorrow from 9am to 3pm.