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Cash Back For Intel Investors?
After Microsoft Corporation decided to award cash back to its investors at the tune of $3 per share, Intel Corporation may be considering the same. Intel has $17 billion in cash, and may re-distibute some of its excess wealth. More in the Business Journal.Labels: Intel
originally posted July 31, 2004
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Old Firehouse now Used Again
The old firehouse, which Folsom firefighters moved out of in favor of a new, more up to date version, is now home to the Folsom Community and Cultural Arts Services division, a new office created by Folsom Parks & Recreation. Painting, drawing, and ceramics are all part of what will soon be offered there. More details in the Bee.
originally posted July 29, 2004
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Public Meeting on Light Rail
Regional Transit will host a community meeting to discuss progress on Folsom’s Light Rail project on Wednesday, July 28 at the Granite Center, 909 Mormon St. in Folsom. An open house will begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a presentation at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Come by if you are interested in the progress of light rail in Folsom!
* Discuss in the forums
* Proposed Light Rail Map
* Light Rail delayed 2-3 monthsLabels: Light Rail, map
originally posted July 27, 2004
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Need a Map of Folsom?
Did you know MyFolsom.com hosts a wide variety of maps of Folsom? Whether you are looking for Folsom tourist attractions, parks in Folsom, or trails in Folsom, we can help you out. If you have a particular need for a map that is related to Folsom, please let us know - we can probably accomodate it!
* Folsom MapsLabels: map, trails
originally posted July 26, 2004
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Asbestos at Lago Vista High School
Empire Ranch residents are a little alarmed at the discovery of naturally-occurring asbestos at the site of the new Lago Vista High School, scheduled to open in Fall 2006. Serpentine rock, a common creator of natural asbestos, was found on the land, and now a multi-million dollar cleanup effort is planned, possibly delaying the school to 2007. Details: Sac BeeLabels: asbestos, Folsom High School, map, schools, Vista Del Lago
originally posted July 24, 2004
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Bid to Block Library Fails
In what has turned out to be an amazing turn of events, the bid to get the library construction on the November ballot has failed. The Save our Parks campaign did not turn in enough valid signatures to make it a voter decision whether or not to build the library at Farley Field. 2,970 were needed, however only 2,700 were verified. The library will now be built without further delay. Details in Today's Bee
* Discuss on the forums!Labels: Folsom Library
originally posted July 23, 2004
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Explore Folsom Parks!
One of the biggest reasons families flock to Folsom is the beautiful parks and trails in the area. 37 (and counting) parks exist in all of Folsom - have you seen them all? Chances are you haven't. We show you all the parks in Folsom, as well as photos of every park, from large to small. Folsom Parks MapLabels: map, trails
originally posted July 22, 2004
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King Back For More
Folsom City Council member Eric King, who was elected to the council in 2000, will officially toss his hat back in to the ring, with a Re-Election Kick-off party, hosted by Folsom Mayor Steve Miklos. The re-election party will be from 5-7 on Thursday, at Bella Bru on Blue Ravine. Stop by and say hi!Labels: Eric King, Folsom City Council, Steve Miklos
originally posted July 21, 2004
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Farley Field Proponents Make Deadline
Organizers and signature-gatherers have been out in full force at Friday night concerts in the park, gathering signatures to get an initiative on the November ballot. On Tuesday morning, the Save The Park campaign turned in 3,532 signatures. 2,970 will have to be validated by August 6. The organizers are against building a library on Farley Field, which would be torn down in favor of a new library and new veteran's memorial. Details in tomorrow's Folsom Telegraph.Labels: Folsom Library
originally posted July 20, 2004
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Arsonists Destroy Playground
A new subdivision at Bowen and Azavedo was victim to an arsonist on Monday morning. A metal canister was found in the park after a playgound worth $5000 was destroyed. Fortunately, the development is new and not many have moved in to the area yet. Details: TheKCRAChannel.com
originally posted July 19, 2004
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Sunday Farmers Markets Starts in Folsom
Starting Sunday, July 18, the Folsom Chamber of Commerce and El Dorado County Farm Trails Association will be hosting a certified farmer's market every Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon. The market will be located in the parking lot by the historic railroad turntable.
Labels: trails
originally posted July 16, 2004
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Gold Medal Service From Intel
Intel Folsom is one of the biggest unsung heroes behind the 2004 Track & Field Trials - with 750 volunteers helping out in the event, it is the backbone of running the event successfully. Intel volunteers are doing everything from selling t-shirts to providing IT service to the press covering the event. Read all about it here.Labels: Intel
originally posted July 15, 2004
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Library Design Approved
The New Folsom Library is one step closer to getting built, as the schematic design for the building has been approved. Though the library has been approved by city council, it still may have to go before voters for formal approval. If 3,000 signatures are turned in by July 20, the public will vote on the library location in November. More in the Folsom Telegraph.
Labels: Folsom City Council, Folsom Library
originally posted July 14, 2004
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Wolf Cubs Debut at Folsom Zoo
Joshua and Yucca, a couple of wolf cubs acquired from a Southern California breeder, are getting acquainted with their new digs at the Folsom Zoo. The cubs were described as accidental breedings, as they were part of a group of pups that were originally bred for the entertainment industry. Full story in the Telegraph.
Labels: Folsom Zoo
originally posted July 13, 2004
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Folsom Lake Sinking Fast
A dry spring has left the Sierras without much snow, and because of this, Folsom Lake is the lowest this early in the year since 1994, the last year of a major drought. Folsom Lake officials are already urging boaters to pull their boats from Brown's Ravine by July 20, as it soon will be dry. 575 boats remain to be pulled by next Tuesday. The lake is now at 54% capacity and will likely get to 30% capacity by September. Details in the BeeLabels: drought, Folsom Lake
originally posted July 11, 2004
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Gmitter Gets 105 Years in Prison
Scott Gmitter, the former Empire Oaks elementary school teacher here in Folsom, was sentenced to 105 years in prison for child exploitation and child pornography. Gmitter pleaded guilty and will not face a chance at parole. 105 years was the maximum punishment possible. Details
* KCRA ArticleLabels: schools
originally posted July 10, 2004
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Folsom Trails to Expand
Folsom is perhaps most well-known for its expansive trail system - miles of bikeways, jogging areas, and beautiful scenery. Folsom has been given awards for its bike-friendliness, and was the recipent of a $157,000 grant to improve the trail system. It makes sense that the city is going to continue a good thing by expanding it. Sacramento Bee article
* Folsom Bike Map
* Folsom Lake Trails MapLabels: biking, Folsom Lake, map, trails
originally posted July 08, 2004
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Aerojet Major Part of Titan Mission
NASA's recent endeavors to explore Saturn and its largest moon Titan have a local twist: The rocket engines were built right here in Folsom. The $3 billion project has been at the forefront of the news lately, as new photos of Saturn's rings and moon are now becoming available. Full story
* About Titan Project
originally posted July 07, 2004
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City Officials Pump Measure A
Measure A, a half-cent sales tax passed in 1988, has provided for much needed road improvements over the years, including the Lake Natoma Bridge. The tax is scheduled to last until 2008. City officials would like to extend it to 2039 so we can fund such major projects as the Folsom Dam bridge. This time around, 66% will be required (as opposed to 50%) to pass the bond. Details in the Folsom TelegraphLabels: Dam Road, South of 50
originally posted July 06, 2004
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City Seeks Help For Traffic
As part of the growing displeasure over the Dam Road closure, city officials are adding staff to deal with the added demands caused by it. While the closure is causing much ire among residents, Folsom is making sure other areas of the city are not neglected due to the high profile of addressing the Dam Road closure. DetailsLabels: Dam Road
originally posted July 04, 2004
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Cowboy Up! It's Rodeo Time
The Folsom Rodeo, officially the most popular event in all of Folsom, kicked off yesterday with its popular cattle drive. Gunslingers, cattle and local dignitaries all got in to the mix of things with a lively annual rustling of the rodeo cattle. The rodeo lasts until July 4 at Dan Russell Arena.
http://www.folsomrodeo.com/Labels: Folsom Cattle Drive, Folsom Rodeo
originally posted July 02, 2004
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