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04/11/2025

It's often tempting to only let your teen drive in the best of conditions, but this rainy season, help your teen learn how to navigate the challenges of winter driving!

The best way for a teen to learn how to drive is by practicing with a parent or guardian. Help your teen gain experience on the road by practicing in heavy traffic, all weather patterns, and at night. These tips and more will help make sure your teen is ready for all situations when behind the wheel.

29/10/2025

Check out these safety tips for all of your trick or treating this Halloween!

Parents — keep your trick-or-treaters SAFE while they're out gathering goodies this Halloween. 🎃🍬

Tips for drivers: NHTSA.gov/Halloween-Safety-Tips

16/10/2025

Want to learn more about Prop 50 before you vote? Tune in to Metro 14 tomorrow morning!

01/10/2025

If you're looking for some activities to do this October, check out the Connect Citrus Heights calendar! There's a little bit of everything, and something is bound to peak your interest. Make this fall a season to remember!

30/09/2025

EBT cards are changing, and your new card will be arriving by mail! This new card has upgraded technology that is all about safeguarding your benefits. Make sure to activate the new card as soon as it arrives in the mail! For questions, call the EBT Customer Service Center at 1 (877) 328-9677.

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has announced that magnetic stripe EBT cards are set to expire between now and Oct. 25, 2025. To keep your benefits safe and secure, CDSS mailed new EBT cards with chip and tap technology to all cardholders.

Read Full Story https://www.saccounty.gov/us/en/articles/2025-articles/new-ebt-cards-coming-for-county-residents.html

29/09/2025

Are you or a friend wanting to learn more about mental health? The "Walk With Us on the Path to Positivity" event is an excellent jumping off point to dive into the world of mental health. Featuring resources, community connections, and therapy animals, there is no better way to start your journey. October 11th is the date of this Elk Grove Youth Commission event, so spread the word!

More than 60% of Elk Grove youth say mental health is the top need in our community. When asked about challenges, many pointed to school stress, anxiety, body image, and depression as struggles they face every day.

That’s why the Youth Commission is launching a new event: Walk with Us on the Path to Positivity.

Think real resources you can use, free swag, therapy animals, and time to connect with friends and the community.

Grab your friends and join us on Saturday, October 11 at 9:30 a.m. at Hilma Colton Park. Let’s take steps together toward positivity!

26/09/2025

If history is your bread and butter, then the Sacramento Archives Crawl will be your jam! This exciting event sandwiches together special collection treasures, behind-the-scenes tours, historians, and more across four unique Sacramento locations. Bookmark October 4th in your calendar!

October is National Archives Month and the Sacramento Room invites you to explore special collection treasures, presentations, and behind-the-scenes tours! On October 4 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., hear from local historians, musicians, and organizations across four different Sacramento locations (free shuttle included!) To learn more about this free, all-ages event, visit https://engage.saclibrary.org/event/14554049

25/09/2025

Have you had any noteworthy experiences with SacRT's Transit Ambassadors? Give feedback using the Alert SacRT App! It's an easy way to give feedback on the go. The app is available on the Apple Store and on Google Play. Download it today!

🚊 Our Transit Ambassadors are here to keep your ride safe and welcoming.
📲 Got feedback? Open the Alert SacRT App and let us know how they’re doing!
Your voice helps us improve. Download the app at sacrt.com/safety.

24/09/2025

If you are looking to visit some of your favorite furry friends at the Folsom Zoo, cross out September 27th and 28th. There is paws-itively no way to enter the zoo as it will be closed those days. The zoo will reopen at 10AM on October 2nd!

The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary will be closed on September 27 & 28 due to the Folsom Renaissance Faire. We will reopen on Thursday, October 2. Starting October 2, we will switch to our fall, winter, and spring hours. We will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with last entry at 3:30 p.m.

23/09/2025

Are you ready to have a Rancho-riffic good time? If so, jot down September 25th and October 22nd in your calendar! Connect with city staff, important organizations, and city officials at Rancho Cordova Good Neighor Day!

Not only are the events free, but they're an awesome way to network, enjoy some delicious food, and even get a free bike repair!

19/09/2025

The wheel of misfortune has struck. What do you do now? We got your back. Check out the graphic below to see what to do if your tire blows out while driving. Stay safe and "tread" carefully!

Preparedness 🤝 Emergency situations

No matter which tire blows out — front or back — the steps for safely maintaining control of your car are the same. ⬇️

Tips to stay on top of your tire maintenance: NHTSA.gov/TireWise

18/09/2025

Folsom is honoring veterans on Veterans Day with a parade, and you can be a part of it! Submit your parade entry by October 24th. If entering parades isn't your style, then make sure to attend! Show up and show out in supporting local Folsom veterans! Call 916-461-6615 for more parade entry details.

Join us in honoring local veterans at the Wayne Spence Folsom Veterans Day Parade on Tuesday, November 11. Parade entries are now open through Friday, October 24. The parade starts on East Bidwell Street near the Target shopping center and ends at the Folsom Community Center. Find entry forms and details at www.folsom.ca.us/SpecialEvents or call 916-461-6615.