As we come into the  fall season, many business owners will begin looking into their options for open enrollment in the wake of Health Care Reform (HCR). Employers of large and small businesses will have an opportunity to be strategic in explaining benefit changes as it relates to the required changes of the health care reform legislature enacted in March, 2010 (the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act as amended by the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act).

A strategic opportunity is to review your group health plan documents and employee communications (i.e. summary plan descriptions and other notices). Many employers are required to amend their group health plans to include new benefits as a result of the HCR legislation for plan years beginning on or after September 23, 2010. For calendar year plans, these benefit changes are effective January 1, 2011.

Another strategic opportunity lies within communicating explanation of benefit changes. According to Peggy Bomberger, of Bricker and Eckler LLP Employment Group, “For instance, the reform act includes a requirement that plan administrators of group health plans provide a notice of material modifications of benefits to participants by 60 days prior to the date the changes are effective”. Although it is unclear whether this new requirement is effective January 1, 2011(for calendar year plans) or March 23, 2012, a strategic minded employer will notify employees of benefit changes prior to November 1, 2010 (calendar
year plan).

Another strategic opportunity is for employers to partner with their plan administrators to ensure that your summary plan descriptions (SPD’s) are provided to plan participants and revised to comply with recent law changes. Plan administrators for a group health plan must provide a SPD to new participants within 90 days after enrollment and to other participants at least every 10 years, provided that the plan terms did not change materially. An example of this would be the plan administrator providing plan participants with an updated SPD summary of plan material modifications.

The following is a list of notices required to be provided to plan participants of group health plans: Notice of special HIPAA enrollment rights, notice of special CHIPRA enrollment rights, notice of HIPAA pre-existing condition exclusions, notice of Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act rights, a statement of state and federal law regarding minimum length of stays, notice of creditable/non-creditable prescription drug coverage, and COBRA notice to new enrollees.

Employers, of big to small companies, should seize the opportunity to be strategic and use the HCR laws as a tool, as you understand it now, to review, update and communicate your plan documents. Be strategic on how you are going to communicate to the employees who are looking to you to lessen fear and how it will impact them and their families.

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As the hoody drive rolls out in September 2010, we invite residents, churches, businesses and organization to get involved. We encourage locals to put out feelers to people they know, pick a goal for how many hoodies to collect, become a drop-off location, share about the hoody drive on Facebook, come to our finale party on October 27, and definitely enter the photography contest as a way to show your support for the hoody drive. Did we mention our goal is to collect 680 hoodies?

Project 680 is pleased to announce a partnership with The Rancho Cordova Post for the group’s hoody drive. The Post will be hosting images for our photo contest, which will go from September 10 to October 25, 2010.  Each person can submit up to six photos during the contest. You must include “Project 680 Hoody Drive” or “project680.org” somewhere in the photo. When you take a photo (or groups of photos), email them to info@project680.org and we’ll get them online for you. Maybe you could make a sign, hold a piece of paper, write on your skin, or get a tattoo (uh, hopefully not). Be creative and show your support for P680. There are six photo categories, which include:  neighborhood, kids, pets, creative, work and whackiest photo. The “kids” category is really designed for kids to actually take the photo too!!!

Judges will select winners from each category to have their photos displayed at Rancho Cordova City Hall on October 27, 2010 from 4:30-7:00pm at our celebration party. And of course we’ll buy you a hot chocolate too because all winners should drink hot cocoa. We welcome people of all ages and locations to enter the contest and show your support for the Hoody Drive. Visit www.ranchocordovapost.com/project680 to view all photo entries.

Advocating for local homeless students is something we can all do. In this case, it’s really about doing something very simple and practical – collecting hoodies. Together we can make a difference.

Contact Ryan at 916-595-335, follow on Twitter @Project680 and join us for conversation on Facebook at www.facebook.com/project680.

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The Body Investment Studio Team Photo

Body Investment Studio is a proud supporter of the local community.  You may have seen representatives from Body Investment Studio at Kid’s Day, iFest, or the 4th of July Celebration. Owner Kate McKinney values all that the Rancho community has to offer, “We’re really excited to be here in Rancho Cordova and support the community and share our love of yoga”.  They are also supporting the 20 Tons in 2010 effort. Anyone registered with 20 Tons in 2010 may receive a special discounted rate of only $29 per month for unlimited yoga through October, when the program ends.

Other specials include a free yoga class for beginners on the second Thursday of every month and nine days of unlimited yoga for $9.99.

Based on the needs of the community, the last year has been a time of growth for the yoga studio. Originally offering massage, pilates and yoga, Body Investment Studio has trimmed down the other options and offers yoga classes for all levels at convenient times all week long.

Whether you want a program that encourages a healthy lifestyle, need to get into shape, or just want to take a little personal time for growth and relaxation many Body Investment Studio students have nothing but rave reviews.

Yogi Sara, a Body Investment Studio student from their opening, says, “In the course of the last year after the basic movements were learned, I started to listen to what the teachers were saying in between the poses to motivate and encourage — such as; “Just be”, “The ground will rise up to meet and support you”, “Leave your garbage at the front door, it will be there when you get done, if you want it that badly” “Find gratitude daily”, “Savasana is the ice cream of yoga”.

If you would like more information about  Body Investment Studio, the instructors or the classes offered check out their website.

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To earn the title, Cuppy had to fulfill demanding education requirements and make significant contributions to local

government, community, and state. The CMC program is designed to enhance the job performance of City Clerks.

Cuppy joined the Rancho Cordova staff in 2007 and was named City Clerk in August 2008. The City Clerk’s office compiles and distributes City Council meeting agendas and documents all laws that are enacted. The City Clerk is also responsible for administering elections, receiving and opening bids, and keeping City records.

“Achieving this milestone will help me to even better serve our community,” said Cuppy. “Our City Clerk mission is to become known for providing exceptional value to Rancho Cordova citizens, members of our City Council, and our colleagues.”

Cuppy earned a B.A. in Politics from U.C. Santa Cruz and an A.A. from Sierra College.

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With shows up to three times a day, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus is sure to amaze even the biggest kid. The circus will run from Thursday through Sunday and tickets can be purchased here. There are ticket specials for military families and for babies celebrating their first circus. Join the clowns, elephants, zebras and more for the greatest show on earth!

On September 11, from 1 to 5, beer fans will congregate at Discovery Park for the 16th Annual California’s Brewers Festival. More than 60 brewers will be pouring more than 150 microbrews and there will be live music, food, and vendors. Tickets are $28 with a $2.50 processing fee and that entitles you to 10 tokens. Each token is good for one 4 oz. beer. For more information or to purchase tickets, please see the official website.

It’s time once again for the California Capital Airshow. Aerial performers and ground displays will delight onlookers. The show is open from 9 to 5 on both Saturday and Sunday. Tickets and ticket packages can be purchased prior to the event for some extra savings. A kids zone and local concessionaires complete the community event.

Are you contemplating making some updates to your home or yard? The California State Home and Garden Show will be held on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The show is free and there are discounted parking options all weekend long. In addition to seminars regarding home improvements, there are also activities for children including an interactive playground that focuses on healthy food choices. For direction, parking information and details about the show, click here.

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Stop by and literally make a date; refreshments included! This free event is open to anybody planning a Rancho Cordova community activity in 2011. It’s an opportunity to avoid planning an event the same day as another organization and to assure your great activity gets on the inaugural Rancho Cordova Events Calendar, due out in late 2010.

Also on hand will be facilities personnel from the City of Rancho Cordova and the Cordova Recreation and Park District with information on how to reserve and hold events at Rancho Cordova City Hall or CRPD parks and buildings. If you can’t make the “Rancho Cordova Calendar Party,” contact the Cordova Community Council at 273-5704 or email info@cordovacouncil.org to find out how to submit information for inclusion.

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“The CCA is truly honored and humbled to be hosting such a remarkable event in partnership with Lockheed Martin, the Reno National Championship Air Races, the P-38 National Association, and the 475th Fighter Group Historical Foundation,” said Darcy Brewer, executive director of the California Capital Airshow. “We have set out to create an outstanding occasion to showcase the airplane and pay tribute to the designers, manufacturers, maintainers, and the brave aviators who trusted their lives to the ‘Forked-Tailed Devil’.”

There has not been such a gathering of Lightnings in over 60 years, and because of the high operating costs of the aircraft, coupled with the dwindling numbers of men and women originally associated with the P-38, it is very likely that such an event will not happen again. P-38 pilots, F-35 Lightning II pilots, the Fork-Tail Devil’s organization and up-

close and personal access to the P-38s, including ‘Glacier Girl’, ’23 Skidoo’, ‘Thoughts of Midnight’, ‘Tangerine’, ‘Ruff Stuff’, and Allied Fighters No. 981. Additionally, representatives and displays from Lockheed Martin, the company that designed and built the revolutionary P-38, will also be in attendance and available at the P-38 National Association pavilion.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and the attention it will generate will help provide the means to continue to tell the story of this unique aircraft, while reinforcing its significance as one of the most innovative and important designs in the history of manned flight.

“Each one of these airplanes, and the men associated with them, has a story to tell, and our venture will provide the opportunity for those tales of valor, sacrifice, and heroism to be shared with young and old alike, to make their honor and courage tangible to this generation and those to come. As you well know, sadly, the numbers of these honorable men and women are dwindling at an alarming rate. With over 300 P-38 veterans from WWII planning on attending, this event will ensure that their memory will never be forgotten,” added Brewer.

To sponsor or provide financial support to help defray the costs associated with this opportunity, please contact CCA headquarters at (916) 876-7568.

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Just look for the box top coupons located on the products, clip, and deposit them at one of our collection locations:

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The 47th annual Greek Festival is a staple event for Labor Day weekend in Sacramento. This year’s event will be held from September 3rd through the 5th at the Sacramento Convention Center. The event is free on Friday from 11:00 to 3:00 and regular admission is $5.00, although you can get a $2 off coupon here. Enjoy a cultural display, Greek food, dancing, a marketplace, cooking demonstrations and more.

If you’re a fan of old western movies or have always wondered what it would have been like to be a resident of Sacramento when gold was king, visit Old Sacramento this weekend for a free, educational experience. More than 200 tons of dirt will be lining the streets and dancers, musicians and cowboys will roam the streets. You will be able to pan for gold, ride in wagons or carriages, and visit the ethnic village. For more information, please see the official website.

Chalk it Up! is celebrating its 20th anniversary this weekend at Fremont Park in Sacramento. On Saturday, Sunday and Monday you can enjoy the sidewalk chalk art of hundreds of artists. In addition to the art, there will be live music, a beer garden, food, crafts, and a creative space just for kids.

The NAACP Rhythm and Blues Festival is being held on September 4th at Cal Expo from 12 to 10 p.m. General admission is $20 and includes gospel choirs, food vendors, live music, face painting, and the Sacramento Blues Society.

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Beginning at 11 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, on westbound U.S. Highway 50, the California Highway Patrol will assist in directing motorists to exit at Zinfandel Drive. From there, traffic will travel west on Folsom Boulevard, where they can re-enter westbound Highway 50 at Mather Field Road. The detour is scheduled to be completed by 5 a.m. on Thursday, September 2. Drivers can expect delays of up to 20 minutes.

This detour is necessary so workers from the partnership of DeSilva-Gates Construction and MCM Construction can remove false-work to construct a new bicycle/pedestrian overcrossing over Highway 50 near White Rock Park.
This work is just part of a $108 million project by Caltrans, Sacramento County, the City of Rancho Cordova, the Sacramento Area Council of Governments, and the Sacramento Transportation Authority that will help unclog traffic congestion and reduce air pollution by adding 15 lane miles of new bus/carpool lanes on U.S. Highway 50 between Watt Avenue in Sacramento and Sunrise Boulevard in Rancho Cordova. In addition to new bus/carpool lanes, the project also includes:

-More than four miles of new sound walls at a dozen locations
-Community enhancements, such as improved lighting and landscaping
-Replacement of two bike/pedestrian overcrossings at Manlove Road and White Rock Park to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards

New ramp meters, changeable message signs, and traffic camerasProposition 1B, the $19.9 billion transportation bond championed by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and passed by voters in 2006, is providing $54.8 million in funding for the project.

Sacramento County’s Measure A, a half-cent sales tax dedicated to transportation improvements, contributed $37 million in funding for the project, which is a partnership between Caltrans, Sacramento County, Rancho Cordova, the Sacramento Area Council of Governments, and the Sacramento Transportation Authority.

Caltrans urges all motorists to use caution in this area and to “Slow for the Cone Zone”.

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Updated: Thursday, September 2, 10:28 pm

A local group of residents voiced concerns over the ability of the Cordova Recreation and Park District to maintain existing park projects and complete a series of upcoming projects. Projects include the construction timeline for White Rock Park, maintenance issues at the new dog park, poor quality of the District maintained Villages at Zinfandel and the newly identified Anatolia Community and Sunridge constructions which should both be in the construction development process but are apparently inactive. Many note a lack of action from District Administrator, David Edmonds for many of the delays that have plagued the Districts reputation.

As reported on a recent online video, David Edmonds claims that District activity is the result of a cooperative work effort with other agencies. Although, other city, state and community development organizations report strongly that they have much difficulty working with Edmonds, noting Edmonds’ regular absence from his office, rarely attending meetings, community events and regularly missing deadlines when submitting requested documents.

Many question the start of construction at White Rock Park. According to gathered records, some funding has been identified for the project but a significant portion, one million dollars of the three and a half million needed has yet to be secured by the District from the City of Rancho Cordova. The missing funds are intended to pay for the neighborhood center, which is part of the current White Rock Construction project. Some believe that the Park District is attempting to force city officials to release funding toward this highly anticipated project by delaying submission of city requested documents known as the Memorandum of Understanding.

One resident told the Grapevine that Edmonds stated in March that the District was aware of the funding short fall and the District’s requirement to establish a Memorandum of Understanding with the city of Rancho Cordova to secure funding. As of August 31, 2010 Edmonds had failed to acquire funding approval from the city.

The dog park at Hagan Community Park is already suffering maintenance issues related to excessive degradation and poor maintenance practices of the facility. At the August 25, 2010 Cordova Recreation and Park District Board Meeting a small group of dog lovers noted the problems at the dog park including the closer of one half of the Dog Park. Edmonds stated at the Board Meeting that he was aware of the problems and told the Board of Directors that the locked gates had been unlocked as of that afternoon. However, upon review after the Board Meeting, attending members noted that the gates were still locked.

Anyone who drives along Zinfandel Drive in the Stone Creek development can easily notice the lack of streetscape maintenance by the District. Valid issues raised at an August Park District Board Meeting received a quick response from Edmonds, but action to correct the problems has yet to take place.

Its has been just over a year since the last reported robbery at the Cordova Recreation and Park District took place. Previous robberies were all too easy with entry doors unlocked and alarm systems turned off. Pulled police records revealed that there have been at least three cash robberies at the District since Administrator Edmonds took over in 2007, resulting in tens of thousands of dollars gone missing. After reviewing District facilities no new systems have been installed to prevent further thefts. Some question why large sums of money would be stored at the District overnight in a facility that is proven vulnerable.  Many consider the cash thefts are an ‘inside job’. No one has been arrested in the various cases; Park District staff provided no comment on the issue.

Below are the dates for three  robberies.

1. February 2008

2. August 2008

3. August 2009

The Anatolia Community Park seems dead in the water, not to begin construction for years to come. But recently a park in Rancho Cordova’s Sunridge Developmentwas supposed to be in construction development but is currently inactive. Reports show that park construction development is due to take place when 50% of the communities building permits have been issued. To date well over 50% of the permits have been issued by the City of Rancho Cordova, many phone calls to the Park District have resulted in few answers as to the status of the park’s development progress.

Submitted by Walter Clementine

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Last year 58% of voters approved the tax but that fell short of the requirement. This year there only needs to be a vote of more than 50% for approval, but the time is running out to inform voters before the election.

Last year the tax was sold as a way to fund police patrols which we all know is important and was likely the reason the tax recieved such support. But in the grand scheme of things it is a way to tax indivudal households very little (just 2.5% of cell phone plans in addition to the existing tax that taxes land lines) in order to maintain the high level of services and community support that the city has provided.

If you are interested in learning more or helping to get the word out please join the Yahoo group that I set up under: RCUtiltiesUserTax. The group can act as a forum for everyone to give their thoughts. Anyone can join so feel free to pass this information on to your friends and neighbors.

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Straw Hat will donate 50% of EVERY pizza purchase to support Mitchell classroom supplies and field trips. Through everyone’s participation last year, Straw Hat Pizza donated almost $1000 in just 9 months!

Be sure to say that you support Mitchell Middle School when ordering and paying for your purchases. Not valid on delivery, with coupons, specials or VIP card discount. Go BIG BLUE!

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“The leaders of the companies on this year’s Inc. 5000 have figured out how to grow their businesses during the longest recession since the Great Depression,” said Inc. president Bob LaPointe. “The 2010 Inc. 5000 showcases a particularly hardy group of entrepreneurs.”

Quick Quack was founded in 2004 as Splash & Dash Car Wash in Carmichael, California and quickly grew from a single car wash location to 13 locations in three states, including the acquisition and adoption of the Quick Quack Car Wash brand in 2007. Quick Quack earned its ranking on this year’s list with an extraordinary three year growth rate of 489%. Quick Quack was also ranked #35 in the “Consumer Products and Services Industry.”

“We are thrilled and honored to be recognized by Inc. Magazine along side all of the tremendous companies on this list,” said Jason Johnson, President of Quick Quack Car Wash. “We are passionate about providing our customers with a fast and clean carwash experience. That we have been able to grow in this economically challenging environment is just a testament to an amazing team of employees and our loyal customers.”

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Parking for the event is $10 and more parking and driving information can be found here. Attendees are encouraged to bike in, if possible.

As the event is outdoors, please remember to wear appropriate clothing, shoes and sunblock. Canopies and umbrellas are not allowed as everyone deserves to see the performances. Also, please leave dogs, weapons and any glass containers at home.

Performers for the 2010 California Capital Airshow include F-22 Raptors, a 40 foot tall mechanical dinosaur called Robosaurs, Smoke N Thunder Jet Car and many more. Also featured will be  government and military displays for the Patriot Day event. Both military and civilian pilots and performers will be taking to the skies to thrill the sea of onlookers below. Previous attendees are often overwhelmed by the sound, speed and brilliance of the performances.

Ticket prices have been decreased this year to $12 for adults and $5 for children ages 6-12  if ordered prior to the show. Kids ages 5 and under are free.  You can also purchase VIP tickets, family packages, and reserved seating in advance.

You can follow the California Capital Airshow on twitter and on Facebook for real time updates about performers, displays and other details of the show.

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Temporary Alcohol Ban – In effect from when the gates open before sunrise to gate closure after sunset on
Saturday, Sept. 4, Sunday, Sept. 5 and Monday, Sept. 6.

Fee Increase Dates – In effect from when the gates open before sunrise to gate closure after sunset
Saturday, Sept. 4, Sunday, Sept. 5 and Monday, Sept. 6,

Park Ranger Front Office at 4040 Bradshaw Road closed – Sunday and Monday. Rangers will be dispatched between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 11:30 p.m. by calling 875-PARK (7275). Open Saturday, Sept. 4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Sunday, Sept. 5 and Monday, Sept. 6

Gibson Ranch – Fee increase in effect from when the gates open before sunrise to gate closure after sunset; closed Monday. Open Saturday, Sept. 4 and Sunday, Sept. 5. Closed Monday, Sept. 6 for the winter.

“Funds generated from our kiosks go directly to the operation and maintenance of the American River Parkway, Mather Regional Park, Gibson Ranch, and other regional parks in the County’s system,” said Janet Baker, Regional Parks Director. “These extra funds will help off-set ranger and maintenance costs, which is a big help during these tough budget times.”

Consumption of alcohol and possession of open containers will be prohibited on the shore and the river within the Parkway between Watt and Hazel Avenues. Violations of the alcohol ban may result in citation or arrest, and the ordinance will be strictly enforced.

“Leave the alcoholic beverages at home,” said Steve Flannery, Chief Park Ranger. “You can still have a great time by obeying the law.”

Parkway visitors are reminded that all children aged 13 and under, in or around waterways, must wear a life jacket. It’s the law in Sacramento County. The Park Ranger dispatch line will be operated through the Sheriff’s Department. Call 916-875-PARK (7275) to report any accidents or law enforcement issues.

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On August 27, 2010, at 8:12 a.m., RCPD officers responded to Williamson Elementary School regarding the attempted kidnapping of a 9-year-old female student who was walking to school in the area of Rosado Way and Benito Drive when a white van driven by a white male adult stopped near her. She told officers a Hispanic male, who was a passenger in the van, got out of the van and grabbed her by the wrist. The young girl was able to break free from the suspect’s grasp and run to the school where she immediately reported the incident. She described the Hispanic male as being between 18- and 25-years-old, with a long black ponytail. He was wearing a white tank top and dark sweatpants. The school district also notified parents of this incident using the Edulink Message System.

Police are investigating the possible link between the two incidents because of the similar descriptions of the suspect vehicle in each case.

Anyone with information regarding these cases is urged to call the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department at (916) 874-5115, or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP; or send a text message tip by texting to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter SACTIP followed by the tip information. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000

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Only one suspect’s image (see photo below) was captured on the restaurant’s security camera. He is described as a Black male adult, 18 to 25-years-old. He was 6’ tall and had a medium build. He was wearing eyeglasses, a black and gold hoodie, and jeans. The second suspect is described only as a Black male adult in his 20’s. He was 5’8” tall and wearing a dark hoodie.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of either, or both, of the suspects involved in this robbery is urged to call Sheriff’s Robbery detectives at (916) 874-5051, or Crime Alert at (916) 443-HELP; or send a text message tip by texting to 274637 (CRIMES) then enter SACTIP followed by the tip information. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.

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The 101 workshop will cover the basic history and philosophy of yoga, what to expect in a yoga class and the basic

postures and breath-work that will prepare you for any all levels or beginners class.

Please RSVP today! If you cannot join us Thursday, that’s alright too. Beginning in October, Body Investment Studio will offer FREE yoga 101 workshops every second Thursday of each month.

To RSVP or if you have questions please email Kate at info@bodyinvestmentstudio.com.

Body Investment Studio is located at 10416 Investment Circle Suite B, Rancho Cordova, 95670

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Chihuahuas to Great Danes and every dog in between will have a great time this Sunday at Woofstock in Rocklin from 9 to 2. This free event will include a 3k/5k Grateful Dog Walk/Run, live entertainment, pancake breakfast, dog costume contests and races. Participating dogs must be completely up to date on shots, be licensed and be on a leash at all times. For more information or to register for any of the events, please see the official website.

Country music fans have been looking forward to this Sacramento concert all summer long. KNCI’s Country in the Park concert will feature Dierks Bentley, Jack Ingram, the Eli Young Band, Whiskey Dawn, and Sunny Sweeney. This year, the concert will be held on Sunday at the Capital Mall between 3rd and 7th streets, downtown. Tickets are $24 before the show and $28 the day of the show.

Stone Creek Community Park in Rancho Cordova will be the venue for a free  family movie. “Up” will begin at dark and all children must be accompanied by a parent. Remember to bring blankets or lawn chairs and snack foods to keep the family happy.

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The introductory meeting this Thursday is a chance to give this opportunity to your son or grandson. Introduce him to many years of friendship, adventure, and most of all, pride. Ask any Eagle Scout or father of an Eagle, and he’ll certainly share his story. The story that you too can help unfold for your Cub.

Constantly doing something, Cub Scouts activities are used to develop the aims of Scouting- citizen training, character development, and physical fitness. All boys from first through fifth grades are welcome to join. The Cub Scout program is a resource that can help families teach their children family values and beliefs while building and strengthening relationships among family members.

Come learn more about the fun and adventure of Scouting! Pack 28 is inviting ALL BOYS, 1st-5th grades for our Roundup on Thursday, August 26th, 2010 at 7:00 pm at The Grange Hall – 2720 Kilgore Avenue in Rancho Cordova.

For more information contact: Jessica Ocenosak at (916)638-8110 or email: theosathome@msn.com

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The event will feature prayer, fellowship and music and will be held and Village Green Park in Capital Village. Rancho Cordova’s Community Chorus will be performing. Plan on attending from 7 to 8 p.m.

Attendees are encouraged to bring new hygiene items to be donated to Project 680. Project 680 is a grassroots organization that is totally supported by the community that supports local homeless students in the Folsom Cordova Unified School District.

Please see the official websites for more information about Cordova Community Council or Project 680.

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Since starting in September of 2007 as a neighborhood blog before there was a name (hyperlocal) for what we were doing, we’ve gone through a number of changes, experimented a little bit, and learned a lot. The original concept for starting to write about the local community was never to make a truckload of money. It was a means to learn from, share with, and connect people with their community. If we could make it a sustainable endeavor through advertising or otherwise then that’s ideal. Good thing I found the perfect person to help cultivate and grow the effort. Michelle Ventress our Editor has been instrumental is making this vision a reality. Thank You!

Along the way we’ve learned a ton about the people, places, and organizations in Rancho Cordova and beyond. We’ve shared local news, events, and info with a lot of people (see below). In our day-to-day activity and through major events and through many community organizations from Neighborhood Associations to Neighborhood Watch, Cordova Community Council, to the Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce we have connected with those that live, work and play in our amazing city. It’s been a blast and well worth every minute.

Over the past three years many exciting things have happened and we’ve been blessed to share them with you all. I won’t go into detail here about every big story, community event, or surprise along the way. I’ll just say if you’ve been following our news and events for some time, you know what they are. If you haven’t, everything is archived by year, month, date and topic and still available to read on our site.

Now, that was a long build up to say it’s been a challenging year for all Americans. I don’t have to list off the difficulties most all of us have faced or been impacted by with housing, employment, illness or tragedy. I’m an optimist and am always trying to see the brighter side of any situation. Well, here’s the good news from my perspective about our hyperlocal experiment after three years.

In the past year alone, we’ve gone from covering one city to three cities and their surrounding communities. We’ve written or had contributions about the local community of over 1,176 stories from 250+ different people or organizations . We have also amazingly had over 77,092 people visit our local websites at least one time in the past year. While not the numbers of a major metro daily, it’s impressive for a small little news operation. That last figure shocked me and even if it’s a little inflated due to technical Internet stuff it’s still a fairly large number for a local online news site. In addition to our on site numbers, our stories now have the potential to reach a Sacramento region audience of over 2 million people a month through partnerships with Sacbee and News10. Amazing!

All of this to say it’s been a fantastic ride. Thank you for taking part. We appreciate your contributions, comments, tips, and suggestions. While we have yet to figure out the key to making this hyperlocal effort a sustainable and growing, money wise, endeavor we do believe we have accomplished our original vision to learn from, share with, and connect people with their community. We hope you’ll continue to stay informed, get involved, and make a difference in your community.

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The driver took to Highway 50 then back to surface streets again in the chase. The chase ended when the suspect’s vehicle lost a tire near Hazel and 50 and the vehicle crashed in to a median. Three people were arrested.

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The first celebration will be Saturday, August 28th, at Sunriver Park, 11120 Moose River Court, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Complimentary ice cream and other frozen treats will be served, while quantities last. In addition, commemorative bookmarks will be distributed.

The other four ice cream socials will be 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:

· Saturday, September 18th, at Sandpiper Park, 11830 Applolon Drive

· Saturday, September 25th, at Tuscany Park, 3460 Corvina Drive

· Saturday, October 2nd, at Mills Middle School track area, 10439 Coloma Road

· Saturday, October 9th, at Lincoln Village Community Park, 3480 Routier Road

“Our All-America City application demonstrated our great pride in our community, the diversity of our civic life, and the vigor and breadth of our community’s proactive and generous compassion,” said Rancho Cordova Mayor Ken Cooley.

Rancho Cordova was named a 2010 All-America City in June. The highly coveted All-America City award was established by the National Civic League of America in 1949 to recognize cities with outstanding civic participation. Although it was one of the newest cities in the competition, Rancho Cordova has responded to and developed strong relationships with the many segments in its community. It was lauded for its community involvement and support of problem-solving partnerships.

“Winning the All-America title is a very sweet happening and what better way to celebrate than with All American ice cream socials,” commented Rancho Cordova Mayor Ken Cooley. “We have scheduled them at five different locations and times so that it will be convenient for almost everyone in our community to attend a celebration.”

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