New Logo, Renewed Focus, and Amazing Local Sponsors

We would like to say Thank You to our valued Marketing Partners for their support of local news media. Without their sponsorship we wouldn’t be able to provide you, our readers, with the best local coverage of “News, Events, and Things to Do” in the Rancho Cordova area.

You may have noticed a new logo with our updated tagline, “Local News, Events, and Things to Do”. This change in logo reflects our renewed focus not only on news, but also on events and entertainment, as these are vital components of building community and quality of life.

In addition to covering news, events and entertainment, we’ve invested in community in another way by forming a partnership to provide local businesses with a way to better connect to the community and provide a resource for our readers to find the best of everything local.

The new partnership has resulted in the launch of ShopRanchoCordova.com which is a online marketplace where businesses, non-profits, community organizations, and locals can share information, shop locally, learn about events, and save money through things like coupons and gift certificates. This isn’t just another business listing site, it’s an online community of locally owned businesses working to promote all that is great about local business.

Last week we covered the Resurgence in Locally Owned Businesses and the growing movement of Shop Local, Buy Local. This local first movement can be seen in other areas as well. Many people are recognizing that locally grown and organic foods are not only healthy and nutritious, but affordable and accessible too. Urban farms like Soil Borne Farms can provide fresh fruits and vegetables as well as resources for growing your own food. Websites like Local Harvest provide a easy link to locally grown foods and low cost family friendly events near you. That’s just some “food for thought” for the next time you’re on your way to the fast food restaurant.

Without great local businesses and business owners we would be missing a major component of a vital and vibrant community. With that, I’d like to recognize some of our new and continuing Marketing Partners for their support.

Gold River Pet Hospital – Dr. Bindra provides “Compassionate Care with a Gentle Touch”, stop in for a Free first exam when you mention The RC Post. Gold River Pet Hospital is a full-service pet hospital offering preventive care such as vaccinations and heartworm prevention, in-house lab capabilities, radiology, dentistry and surgery services.

Sacramento Marriott & Formaggio Restaurant – Conveniently located off Highway 50 and Sunrise Blvd. The Marriott has all inclusive event packages which include hotel rooms, dinner, and music. Surprise your special someone this year and pamper them with a getaway package at the Marriott in Rancho Cordova.

Body Investment Studio – Kate and Paula and their amazing teachers provide yoga, mat pilates, and massage. Conveniently located in the heart of Rancho Cordova, their studio is the ideal place for beginners and the experienced alike. Try unlimited Yoga and Mat Pilates for 28 days for $25.

Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce – CEO Jane Daly is getting ready to install a new Board of Directors for 2010 and kick off the year with some great networking and business building events. The Chamber’s CASH card program is a great way for local business to get more customers and annual membership is well worth the price. Invest in your business community and join or renew your membership today.

NY Bagel Cafe – Your favorite cafe run by really nice people. Tim and Van treat you like family and their bagels and sandwiches taste great and ready to go if you’re in a hurry. With the addition of cupcakes from Cupcake Craving the NY Bagel Cafe is ready to fill your catering order big or small. Call for options and pricing (916) 631-9509.

Eagle Press – They are vibrant, they print responsibly, they care about perfection on your order. Eagle Press is your printing partner for any job big or small. Give them a call for all your printing or binding needs.

Rex Halverson & Associates – Is your business in the newly formed Enterprise Zone? You’re business may be eligible for numerous state and federal tax credits this year and for the next 15 years. Your business may be eligible for tax credits up to $37,440 per qualified employee. Many employees are eligible. Call to find out if you’re in the Enterprise Zone and if your company is eligible. Contact Rex Halverson at 916-444-0015.

Rancho Cordova Kiwanis – Looking for a great group of people to get involved and help the local community. The Rancho Cordova Kiwanis chapter is looking for new members to help with numerous community service projects. Get involved in your community and check out the Kiwanis today. Contact President Alan Withers for more info (916) 759-2871.

Edward Jones – Neal Governor is your local Investment Advisor. Neal is happy to develop a strategy to help you reach your financial goals, and can be contacted at (916) 638-7781.

The Rancho Cordova Post has been able to help these local businesses and others reach a local audience and achieve their marketing goals. For more information about marketing your business contact us.