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Do you know of some Folsom news that you'd like to share with the rest of Folsom? Perhaps you saw an interesting link that might appeal to Folsom residents? Perhaps you own a Folsom website yourself and you're interested in exchanging links. Whatever the case may be, we're looking to be a great resource for all Folsom residents and visitors. If you have something that you think is worthy of posting to MyFolsom.Com, email the webmaster at webmaster@myfolsom.com and let him know!
originally posted June 28, 2002
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It's Rodeo Time!
It's that time of the year again - time for the Folsom Pro Rodeo. This year's Rodeo will take place nightly from July 3-6, at Folsom City Park. Come on by to check out the buckin' broncos, cavalcades, and the always popular "mutton-busting". This year will feature a special tribute to America, with a skydiver and a 2,000 foot American flag! The Cattle Drive will take place on Sutter Street on July 1, at 'high noon". For more information on the Rodeo, click here. Tickets are available now at Tickets.com.
Also make sure you check out the Bee's coverage of the Folsom Rodeo!Labels: Folsom Cattle Drive, Folsom Rodeo, Sutter Street
originally posted June 25, 2002
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Floating Port-O-Potty Creates Controversy
The American River Parks District has recently installed several new lake 'port-o-potties', or floating toilets, on Lake Natoma. One of which was recently installed directly under Lake Natoma Crossing. The location has since been moved, however it is still in plain view of anybody looking at Lake Natoma from the Old Folsom or Rainbow Bridge area. Why this location was given is still unknown, however many residents have vocally expressed concerns over it. More information is available in the Sacramento Bee, as well as Florida's WKMG News.Labels: Lake Natoma
originally posted June 23, 2002
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Folsom Answers to Residents on Affordable Housing
The City of Folsom, after a massive public backlash, has created a public affordable housing committee in order to best represent the needs of residents in Folsom. The committee is still looking for residents in the following areas: Prairie Oaks, the Parkway area, Willow Springs, the Flower Drive neighborhood, Wales Drive, Old Folsom, Creekside, North Folsom, Broadstone 1 and 2, as well as Broadstone 3. If you're interested in serving as a representative of your neighborhood, please call the Folsom Planning Department at (916) 355-7222. More information is available in the Sacramento Bee.
Folsom Zoo Reaches Out to Educate
The Folsom Zoo, in an effort to educate young children, is offering several summer programs, in which children can learn about wildlife through crafts, games and such. The "ZooMobile", a travelling zoo of sorts, also travels throughout town to local schools and facilities to help reach out to children as well. More information is available in the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Zoo
originally posted June 20, 2002
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Folsom Not Immune to Crime - Car Theft on Rise
Although Folsom is a fairly affluent community, it is not immune to crime. Even cars parked in their driveways pose as potential targets for would-be theives, and leaving them unlocked only invites crime to your neighborhood. Folsom police explain that common sense goes a long ways, from keeping your windows up and valuables out of plain sight to closing your garage doors in the evening. More information on recent thefts and what can be done to prevent them are available in the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Police
originally posted June 16, 2002
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Juneteenth Celebration at Negro Bar on Saturday
Come on out for a free bag lunch, live music, and living history re-enactments on Saturday, June 15 at Negro Bar. The third-annual 'Juneteenth' celebration will occur at the African-American mining camp, along the side of Lake Natoma. 'Juneteenth' celebrates June 19, 1865, which was the end of slavery, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This event will start at 9 am. More information is available at the Juneteenth Website, Sacramento Bee, Sacramento.Com, and the Sacramento News & Review.Labels: Lake Natoma, Negro Bar
originally posted June 13, 2002
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Library Bond Fails to Pass
Preliminary reports indicate that Measure A, a write-in special bond aimed at increasing property taxes by $50 a year, failed to pass. 66% of all votes was needed to pass the bond, which would have built a new library for the city. Out of 10,849 votes, 6,414 (59%) votes 'yes', while 4,386 (40%) voted 'no. More information is available at the city's project web page, and the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Library
originally posted June 07, 2002
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Broadstone Gets New Fire Station
A $2.5 million fire station, the first fire station built in Folsom in over a decade, was opened last month and will serve the Broadstone area of Folsom. 12 new firefighters will be employed in the 11,000 square foot facility, and is a welcome addition to Folsom and the Broadstone area. Another fire station is planned at the corner of Blue Ravine and East Natoma as well. More information is available in the Sacramento Bee.Labels: Folsom Fire Department
originally posted June 06, 2002
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Now There's More to MyFolsom... Games, too!
While you may be here to check out the latest news on what's going on in Folsom or chat with your neighbors, now MyFolsom.Com has added some more features, including games! The old version of MyFolsom.Com had video games - we'll be re-incorporating that soon in to the site. However for now, we have jigsaw puzzles for your entertainment... check them out!
originally posted June 05, 2002
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City of Folsom Sued Over Low-Income Housing
The saga over low-income housing has reached a new level - a lawsuit. Seven Folsom residents and 3 homeowners associations have filed a lawsuit over the secret re-zoning of land in the North Folsom area. The group claims that its civil rights were violated when the city re-zoned areas of Folsom in order to meet state requirements for low-income housing. Mayor Starsky claims "While the residents have a right to challenge actions of the Folsom City Council, the forum this group has chosen is unfortunate. Now the city is forced to spend more money on yet another lawsuit." More information is available in the Sacramento Bee.
originally posted June 04, 2002
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Price of Progress: Oak Trees to be Removed for Light Rail
Folsom city leaders are considering removing the protective status from nearly 60 trees along Folsom Boulevard, in order for Light Rail to be expanded toward historic Folsom. Although they are on protected status, only 24 trees will actually be removed, and 10 of them are already diseased or dead. The rest will be pruned. The original list of trees to be removed included up to 350 trees, however effort have been made to minimize the number of trees removed. More details are available in the Sacramento Bee. Labels: Light Rail
originally posted June 03, 2002
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