FM Sailor Captures World’s Eyes

US Sailors recently rescued an Iranian fishing vessel, which had been taken over by Somali pirates. Grateful Iranian sailors embraced the Navy seamen, and a photo caught the world’s attention, with a US Seaman giving an Iranian fisherman a big hug. That sailor givingthe hug to the fisherman is none other than Folsom’s own Seaman Colton Ziebarth, 20.

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Happy Veterans Day

The annual Veteran’s Day Parade in Folsom has become somewhat of a tradition for many every year – not only does it honor those who served in the armed forces, it also is a quaint reminder of Folsom’s small-town roots. Who doesn’t like a parade? Thousands lined up to see vets, scouts, and teams line the street. This year was no different. Our netizens with their feet on the street snapped some pics.

9/11 Remembered

The Folsom Fire and Police Department held a 9/11 ceremony this morning at Fire Station #35. A flag was also draped over Lake Natoma in remembrance.

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Your Amgen Photos!

The Amgen Tour of California brought out thousands of Folsom residents, and many MyFolsomites brought cameras! Check out the great photos from the day.

Clarksville Day

What is now El Dorado Hills near highway 50 was once known as Clarksville back in the mid 1800′s.  An artifact of the gold rush, and a former Pony Express stop, little exists

of this town that once had a sizable population.  Clarksville Day is a once a year event which provides a glimpse of local history.

Turkey Time

Folsom resident Joan Hallstein snapped this shot of a turkey cruising around her driveway the other morning.

Second Saturday

Craig Learoyd checked out Folsom’s second Saturday on a gorgeous Saturday evening in April. Take a look and see how Sutter Street is coming along!

Digging History

With the future of the Chinese Diggings site in question I figured it to be a good time to check out this interesting piece of history.

Late February Storm

As the rain gives way to the sun

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Mormon Island Dam pictures

I was out for a late afternoon walk at Mormon Island Dam. I’ve heard that they’ve been doing some work to raise and strengthen the dam, but was surprised at the scale of the effort.
They’re busy moving mountains. All this dirt has been brought in from the spillway project near Folsom Dam.

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