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: The Spare The Air program is dedicated to measurably improving the region’s air quality and helping residents protect themselves from air pollution
New Air Quality Alert System Launched

Jun 17, 2025 10:20AM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District News Release

The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District (Sac Metro Air District), in collaboration with the air districts of the Sacramento region, has launched a new Air Alert system for the Sacramento Region’s Spare The Air program.

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: Project Pick Up Fishing Line volunteer Jann Nichols demonstrates the threat to nature from discarded lines
Feast of Nature Enticing at Effie Yeaw

Jun 17, 2025 10:13AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

From reptiles to raptors, bats and insects, and the world’s largest rodent, the Effie Yeaw Nature Centre went batty, buzzy and ratty during its recent open day.

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Carmichael Chamber of Commerce members join Carmichael Recreation and Park District staffers at a Garfield House event
Jensen Gem Opens for Events

Jun 17, 2025 09:56AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Nestled in a Jensen Gardens glade, the once-neglected Garfield House is now an intimate event venue.

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Accepting Applications for SMUD’s Shine Program

Jun 10, 2025 01:09PM ● By SMUD News Release

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards will open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations in our service area.

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Brian Howell attracts fans while tuning his mellophone before a Citrus Heights Marching Band set.
Community Bands Fill Park

Jun 10, 2025 12:59PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Scores of musicians swung tough in 104 degrees Fahrenheit during the first day of the recent Community Band Festival in Carmichael Park.

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Sacramento County Regional Parks is hosting a series of events in June designed to encourage physical activity, wellness and quality family time
Celebrates Family Health and Fitness Day

Jun 10, 2025 12:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County invites residents to get outside and get moving for Family Health and Fitness Day June 14, with a variety of fun, free activities taking place throughout the regional park system.

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Shannon Faltermier helps a student at Thomass Kelly Elementary School in Carmichael
San Juan Unified Names Teachers of the Year

Jun 10, 2025 12:36PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

The San Juan Unified School District is proud to recognize Shannon Faltermier and Haley Zerr as the 2026 Teachers of the Year.

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County Supervisor Rich Desmond (front, center) visits the Ancil Hoffman Park Overlay worksite. Project leaders include (left) Nate Freeman of Granite Construction and county staffers Tom Andrew, Spencer Ord, Melissa Jones and Mark Little.
Roadwork Limits Ancil Hoffman Park Use

Jun 10, 2025 12:24PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Most Ancil Hoffman Park facilities will remain open during a June-to-August project to repave roads and parking lots in the county park.

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At Sacramento County’s Mather Community Campus adult singles shelter, Next Move is breaking down barriers to unemployment
Breaking Barriers to Employment 101

Jun 03, 2025 11:47AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Job hunting is stressful, even under the best of circumstances. Imagine if you had limited access to a shower, no professional clothing choices and your transportation to and from work was intermittent, at best.

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SMUD is anticipating issuing approximately $300 million of Electric Revenue Bonds and Subordinated Electric Revenue Bonds
SMUD to Issue $300 Million in Revenue Bonds

Jun 03, 2025 11:42AM ● By SMUD News Release

SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utility District) proudly announces that it plans to issue approximately $300 million of Electric Revenue Bonds and Subordinated Electric Revenue Bonds during the month of June.

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Tie-dye reigns as Carmichael-based rock group Wasted Space takes center-stage in Carmichael Park this Saturday.
Wasted Space to Perform

Jun 03, 2025 11:01AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s concert season last weekend combined 17 regional ensembles in a two-day festival.

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The tree planting volunteers included Boy Scouts Troop 55 and Troop 386 and Kiwanis Key Club members from Rio Americano High School
Carmichael Giving Tree Project

Jun 03, 2025 10:55AM ● By Kiwanis Club of Carmichael News Release

The Kiwanis Club of Carmichael Giving Tree Project is excited to report that Kiwanis members in partnership with Sacramento Tree Foundation and SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utility District) planted trees on May 24 at Carmichael Elementary School.

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Students attend a presentation by professionals in the Sacramento County criminal justice system during a previous Criminal Justice Shadow Day
District Attorney’s Office Holds Youth Shadow Day

Jun 03, 2025 10:39AM ● By Seth Henderson

High school students in Sacramento County can shadow an array of positions within the criminal justice system through a pairing process at this year’s Criminal Justice Shadow Day and Crime Lab Shadow Day, according to the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office

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During the 12th annual Spirit Of San Juan Awards on May 8 ceremony, six honorees were recognized for exhibiting exceptional character, removing barriers and providing an inclusive environment for all.
Six Honorees Recognized for Exhibiting Their Exceptional Character

Jun 03, 2025 10:27AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

San Juan Unified School District rolled out the red carpet at San Juan High School’s Theater on May 8 for the 12th annual Spirit of San Juan Awards.

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Carmichael Parks Foundation directors and Bob Ruffner (kneeling, third from right) pose with the metal and fused glass sign recently erected at Sharon Ruffner Plaza
Sharon Ruffner Plaza Dedicated

Jun 03, 2025 10:11AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 150 friends of Sharon Ruffner recently gathered to dedicate a corner of Carmichael Park to the community pillar.

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Stan Atkinson lived close to Ancil Hoffman Park, Carmichael during much of his Sacramento television career.
‘Mr Carmichael’ Stan Atkinson Dies

May 28, 2025 05:12PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A long-time friend of Carmichael, Stan Atkinson died last Saturday, aged 92.

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The funds will help counties prevent homelessness by providing services for youth transitioning out of foster care or probation systems in California
Newsom Funds Millions to Reduce Youth Homelessness

May 28, 2025 05:09PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Continuing California’s success in reducing homelessness in youth, Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced May 23 $56 million awards to help 52 California counties provide housing and supportive services to young adults at risk of homelessness.

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State-Specific Tools Highlight Small Business Tax Deduction Benefits

May 28, 2025 05:00PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, has released two new digital tools to help small business owners, policymakers and the public in California.

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California has seen the second largest increase in energy costs
California Residents Paying Nearly Double for Power since 2015

May 28, 2025 04:43PM ● By Texas Electricity Ratings News Release

California has seen the second largest increase in energy costs, with a 74% increase between 2015 and 2023.

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The Navy Band hosted this ceremony to honor Master Chief Musician Kolo on his retirement.
U.S. Navy Band Commanding Officer Honors Retiring Musician

May 28, 2025 04:31PM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

Capt. Robert “Seph” Coats, a Carmichael native, presents Master Chief Musician David Kolo, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a certificate on April 28.

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The Fred Morgan Big Band, led by Grant Parker (center with trumpet), is part of a Community Band Festival, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday in Carmichael Park.
Community Band Fest

May 28, 2025 04:24PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s spring/summer concert season continued last Saturday, with Carmichael Park resonating to funk rock hits from Hipper than Hip.

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: El Camino Fundamental High School students recently took over the airwaves for 24 hours during their annual Audiothon, a live broadcast and fundraiser organized entirely by students
El Camino Fundamental Students Take Lead in 24-Hour Broadcast

May 28, 2025 04:19PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Students at El Camino Fundamental High School recently took over the airwaves for 24 hours during their annual Audiothon, a live broadcast and fundraiser organized entirely by students.

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Ancil Hoffman Park will temporarily close for up to two months, starting May 28, for road and parking lots repairs.
Ancil Hoffman Park Temporarily Closes for Two Months

May 28, 2025 04:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Ancil Hoffman Park will temporarily close for up to two months, starting May 28, as Sacramento County Regional Parks repairs, repaves and restripes the roads and parking lots to ensure compliance with state and federal accessibility standards.

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California Exceeds Four Million Myshake App Downloads

May 28, 2025 04:13PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

During Earthquake Preparedness Month, Governor Gavin Newsom announced on April 25 a major milestone: the MyShake app, which alerts Californians before an earthquake begins, has surpassed 4 million downloads, the equivalent of more than 10% of the state.

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The Art Fiesta will feature this landscape painting by Tom Sorenson. Photos courtesy of Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club
67th Art Fiesta Features Local Students

May 28, 2025 02:50PM ● By Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club News Release

The Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club will host its 67th Art Fiesta on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Sacramento.

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Veterans and supporters gather at the Vietnam Memorial in Earl J. Koobs Nature Area for Memorial Day, May 26.
Memorial Day Recalls Heroes

May 28, 2025 01:53PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Fallen heroes were honored at Carmichael’s Vietnam Monument on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day). The 57-year-old tradition of community remembrance continued with flags, speeches and prayers in the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area.

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Gabe Kerschner will bring a menagerie, likely to include alligator Spike to the Effie Yeaw Nature Center’s NatureFest
Nature Parades a Feast

May 28, 2025 01:49PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Birds, reptiles and marsupials will be among educators during an open day at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. Staged previously during the fall, NatureFest has been rescheduled as a spring attraction. The June 8 event is the center’s largest educational event.

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Rock big band Hipper than Hip kicks off at 6 p.m. May 24 in Carmichael Park. Damon Jenkins is the band’s lead singer.
Carmichael Gets Hip May 24

May 20, 2025 04:43PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s spring/summer concert season continued last Saturday, with Carmichael Park crowds hopping to the Latin tribute band, Maya.

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ust desserts. Nothing Bunt Cakes owner Andy Davis (standing, left) and assistant Susan Bean present sweet stuff for the delight of Taste of Carmichael
Carmichael Hails Great Taste

May 20, 2025 04:23PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 400 foodies last week crammed La Sierra Community Center for the annual Taste of Carmichael festival.

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Among the first families occupying The Paseos development, Lynne and Kaylub Mins and daughter, Kyla, admire street-landscaping
First Move-Ins for New Neighborhood

May 20, 2025 04:05PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A rare new housing development in central Carmichael, The Paseos community is reaching halfway-point in construction.

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U.S.A Flags ready for retirement can be brought to any of SAFE's 17 branches in the Greater Sacramento area (
SAFE Credit Union to Collect Worn U.S. Flags for Proper Retirement

May 20, 2025 11:39AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

To honor this summer’s patriotic holidays, SAFE Credit Union is holding its second annual American flag collection drive from Friday, May 23 through Wednesday, July 30.

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Lineup for Spring/Summer concerts in the park
Carmichael Park Community Band Festival Returns

May 06, 2025 01:44PM ● By Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association News Release

The Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association returns to its annual Carmichael Park Community Band Festival at Carmichael Park Amphitheater, located at 5750 Grant Ave., on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1.

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Dyana and the Cherry Kings are scheduled for this Saturday’s concert in Carmichael Park. Artists playing guitar on stage.
Carmichael Goes Rockabilly Saturday

May 06, 2025 01:17PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s spring/summer concert season kicked off last Saturday, with two solid hours of dance music by Remedy 7. More than 800 fans enjoyed the sunset gig.

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Mailing voting ballot at post office
Temporarily Out of Town? Your Vote Stays Home

May 06, 2025 12:34PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Did you know that while all voters must be registered where they live, some voters might also have out-of-state mailing addresses?

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ibbon cutters for an external defibrillator is installed at Fulton-El Camino Park District’s Howe Park
Device to Save a Life

May 06, 2025 12:29PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Thanks to three Rotary clubs, 18 automated external defibrillator (AED) units have recently been installed at public facilities in Sacramento, Carmichael, Elk Grove and Marysville.

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