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Breakfast for the Birds

Feb 26, 2025 10:52AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Effie Yeaw Nature Center’s popular Bird and Breakfast fundraiser has for almost 40 years proven that there’s more to ornithology than ogling birds.

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Button Up

Feb 26, 2025 10:42AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The Californian Button Society will bring its potpourri expo back to Carmichael on March 8.

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Companion Set to Help Vet

Feb 26, 2025 10:21AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A 45-pound (and growing fast) bundle of canine comfort has brought new confidence to Major Abri Green.

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Drumming Up History

Feb 25, 2025 05:03PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Musician and community activist Martin Ross marked Black History Month (February) with a presentation detailing the evolution of Black percussion at Carmichael’s Albert Schweitzer Elementary School.

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Sac State Recognized for High Research Activity

Feb 25, 2025 03:53PM ● By Cynthia Hubert, Sacramento State University

Sacramento State University has joined a prestigious group of universities across the country that boast a significant commitment to research and scholarly activities.

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Drain After Rain to Prevent Mosquitoes

Feb 25, 2025 03:46PM ● By Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

The recent rain has left behind stagnant water. Since temperatures are expected to increase over the next few days, this can create the perfect combination for mosquitoes to breed, according to the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District on Feb. 20.

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Commemorating 175 Years of Service

Feb 25, 2025 03:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

This year marks a significant milestone in the history of Sacramento County as it celebrates its 175th anniversary, also known as its demisemiseptcentennial.

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Chamber Champions Honored

Feb 21, 2025 02:33PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The Carmichael Chamber of Commerce recently named top community achievers for 2025.

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You Can Prevent Teen Dating Violence

Feb 19, 2025 12:42PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Romantic relationships between teenagers are incredibly complicated. The undertaking of a relationship very often requires more maturity than most teens have developed.

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Running for Cancer Research

Feb 18, 2025 09:14AM ● By Dana-Farber Cancer Institute News Release

On April 21, Maria Amparo Haynes of Elk Grove is running to defy cancer as a member of the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge team in the 129th Boston Marathon.

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