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Best of Folsom 2008
Voting is now over for the Best of Folsom... check back in early
May to see who won! |
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MyFolsom Milestones
We've come a long way since we started in 2000... see if you can
remember how we've changed over the years. |
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Express
Gourmet Party
We had a great turnout of around 50-60 people. Not bad for a rainy
night! See who joined us! |
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Movies in Folsom
Did you know that Folsom was the setting for several Hollywood
movies? Take a look! |
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Mormon Island Rediscovered!
Come see what lies beneath Folsom Lake... the mining town of
Mormon Island is starting to reappear! |
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New
Food Reviews
Noble Roman's Pizza, Ruby Tuesday, Pei Wei, Mimi's are the
latest reviews for your dining pleasure. |
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Is
There a Mortgage Crisis?
With several major mortgage companies shutting its doors, it causes
concern. Is there really a mortgage crisis in America? |
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Photos: Hot Summer Nights
A cool new photo journal from some residents of Folsom. Mostly
sunset photos with a few waterfalls from the area. |
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Vista del Lago High School
Come see the new high school before anyone else! We got a great tour
of the campus. |
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Foodies
Rejoice!
New food reviews: Texas West BBQ,
Express Gourmet,
Jack's Urban Eats,
Taqueria La Mexicana,
Sea Harbor Grill |
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Folsom Fog!
Nathan Chilton got a chance to snap some pictures of Lake Natoma on
a foggy winter morning... check out these amazing pictures! |
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Folsom
Yellow Pages
Did you notice...? Our yellow tab is now reserved for an all-new
business directory! Free listings for all businesses... list yours
today! |
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Prairie
City
A mining town long forgotten - find out where this town
once was and what happened to it. |
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Faces of
MyFolsom
Ever wondered what some of our netizens look like? Those brave
enough to show their faces are brought together! |
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Mormon
Island
We've captured a little information on what once once a small
mining community, now underwater. |
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City Government:
Folsom City Council
Andy Morin,
Steve Miklos,
Eric King,
Kerri Howell
Folsom Police, Folsom
Fire Departmentpast &
future projects:
Dam Road,
South of 50,
USBOR,
railroad
block,
Folsom
Dam Bridge,
USACE,
asbestos
Schools:
Folsom
High School,
Vista del
Lago,
Folsom Lake College,
Gallardo Elementary
Tourism:
Folsom Lake,
Sutter Street,
trails,
map,
Folsom Dam,
Folsom
Library, Folsom
Zoo,
biking,
Folsom Rodeo,
railroads,
light rail
Misc:
Intel, Iraq,
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Sgt. Kyle Dayton 1985-2007
Local soldier Sargeant Kyle Dayton was killed while serving in Iraq. Sgt. Dayton was in a logisitcs assignment when his vehicle exploded unexpectedly. The accident is under investigation. Dayton left behind a wife, who was expecting their first child.
* Schwarzenegger press release
* News10 story
* Sign Kyle's Guest bookLabels: in memoriam, Iraq
originally posted December 17, 2007
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Former Folsom Resident Killed in Iraq
Private First Class Alejandro "Alex" R. Varela, an Orangevale resident who spent some time in Folsom, died from a roadside bomb, on May 19. He was 19. Varela had been serving since boot camp in April 2006. Memorial services are today at 1 pm, Mt. Vernon Memorial Park, in Fair Oaks.
* Telegraph articleLabels: Alex Varela, in memoriam, Iraq
originally posted May 30, 2007
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Folsom Soldier Dies in Iraq
23-Year old Sgt. Robert Thrasher, a Folsom High graduate in the Army 1st Calvalry Division, was killed over the weekend by an apparent sniper attack. It was his second tour of duty.
* Discuss in the Folsom ForumsLabels: armed forces, Folsom High School, in memoriam, Iraq, Robert Thrasher
originally posted February 12, 2007
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Folsom Marine Killed in Iraq
First Sgt. Michael S. Barnhill, 39, died this weekend when a roadside bomb hit his vehicle. He was assigned to the Marine Forces Reserve's 6th Engineer Support Battalion, 4th Force Service Support Group out of Eugene, Oregon. Details in the Sacramento Bee,San Jose Mercury News.
* Bio of Sgt. BarnhillLabels: in memoriam, Iraq
originally posted May 31, 2005
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Folsom's Camejo on Nader Ticket
Ralph Nader has chosen his running mate for the 2004 presidential election, and it is none other than Folsom's own Peter Camejo. You may remember Camejo as the Green Party candidate who ran for governor in the recall election. Camejo's central focus in the presidential election is the War in Iraq. See the story on CNN.com.
* Camejo's Bio on VoteNader.orgLabels: Iraq
originally posted June 22, 2004
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Welcome Home, Maria McClure
21-year old Folsom soldier Maria McClure returned home from Iraq, a Folsom High homecoming queen-turned National Guard soldier who spent the last year or so supporting our soldiers. She's witnessed the horrors of war and even survived a roadside bomb, though she is most proud of what she has done for the people of Iraq such as helping schools and rebuilding sewage systems. Wecome home, Maria! (More)Labels: armed forces, Iraq, schools
originally posted April 24, 2004
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New Plans For Folsom Library
Even though voters turned down a proposed library bond for a new library, supporters of the Folsom library have put together some cost-effective alternatives to adding more space for books and library offices. The new plan looks at moving the library to the current Folsom Fire Department headquarters. The Fire Department is moving in this summer. More is in the Bee.
Also See: About the Folsom Library
4.7.2003
Folsom Homecoming Queen Now in Iraq
Maria McClure, a 20-year old Folsom High graduate, is now on her way (or already in) to Iraq to support the troops. McClure, a National Guard soldier, is one of the 15% of female troops in the war, a considerable jump since Desert Storm. The 2001 Homecoming Queen is specially trained to drive a Humvee, and may or may not be serving directly in operation Iraqi Freedom. Her studies at Cal Poly have been briefly interrupted to serve in the war. More is in the Bee.Labels: armed forces, Folsom Library, Iraq
originally posted April 07, 2003
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Thousands Rally For Bush & Troops
Thousands of supporters of President Bush and our troops overseas rallied at the capitol today, one of over 400 cities across America with similar rallies. With 70% of the nation in support of the nation's War on Iraq, many decided to speak up against the aggrssive anti-war protestors in San Francisco and across the world. Even though you may have missed the rally, you can still support our troops - take a few seconds to fill out this electronic postcard to our troops, let them know you support them.
Other Ways to Help: Wear a Yellow Ribbon, Give Blood, Give MoneyLabels: Iraq
originally posted March 22, 2003
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It's a First Dog's Life
While the President and First Lady are busy solving the world's problems, the Bush dogs, Spot and Barney, seem to have it made. Iraq, terrorism, and the economy don't seem to bother Barney one bit... give him a Christmas ornament and he's a happy camper. Check out the White House's "BarneyCam" video, which features Laura Bush's dog running around the Oval Office, and well, being a dog. (Requires RealPlayer)
Also See: WhiteHouse.Gov
Labels: dogs, Iraq
originally posted December 21, 2002
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