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Teenage golf trio takes on Pebble Beach – for the second time
By BENN HODAPP / Valley Community Newspapers writer
An afternoon on the golf course is one of the most relaxing things in the world. The smell of the grass, the birds chirping and a quiet stroll through a landscaped course can be a beautiful experience. Or it can be if you’re good at golf, anyway. For...
Lance Armstrong's History Features
The Guy A. West Memorial Bridge: Sacramento’s own ‘Golden Gate Bridge’
By LANCE ARMSTRONG / Valley Community Newspapers writer
Just about everyone in Sacramento is familiar with the orange/gold-colored suspension bridge that gracefully...
Doc’s Place: Sacramento’s first ‘drive in’ restaurant
By LANCE ARMSTRONG / Valley Community Newspapers writer
The year 1931 was a very notable year for construction in the United States, as the Empire...
Gabe Silveira: A tribute to a Sacramento original
By LANCE ARMSTRONG / Valley Community Newspapers writer
Among the many locals who have made notable marks during Sacramento’s 161-year history is,...
McKinley Park Rose Garden a cherished community landmark
By LANCE ARMSTRONG / Valley Community Newspapers writer
Although not as old as the park itself, the renowned rose garden at McKinley Park has a very rich...
Vic’s Ice Cream co-founder recalls beginnings of one of Sacramento’s sweetest institutions
By LANCE ARMSTRONG / Valley Community Newspapers writer
Many people around Land Park have grown accustomed to seeing a senior man riding an adult tricycle...
Sacramento resident Ed Rivera discusses his lifelong passion for art
By LANCE ARMSTRONG
Land Park resident Ed Rivera has had a lifelong love of art. At the lower right hand corner of...
Inside Our Newspapers
Beautiful new building for Sacred Heart Parish School
By BENN HODAPP / Valley Community Newspapers writer
A new schoolyear can be both a mental and emotional transition for children....
Kennedy High’s new principal focused on bringing back good campus culture, strong academics
By SALLY KING / Valley Community Newspapers writer
Tall and lean, Chad Sweitzer had a contagious smile on his face as he begins to...
Greenhaven-Pocket library opens to rave reviews
By SALLY KING / Valley Community Newspapers writer
The experience of walking into a modern, energy efficient building, looking down...
Powers turns a child’s dream into celebrity news
By ELIZABETH VALENTE / Valley Community News writer
Lights. Camera. Action. Instead of going to the movies like most 12 year olds, Isabella...
Nurse helps declare Sacramento County ‘Voices of Meningitis Week’
Special to Valley Community Newspapers
In preparation for the back to school season, Rose Kwett, RN, joined representatives...
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson speaks to area business leaders on the economy, needed improvements
By BENN HODAPP / Valley Community Newspapers writer
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson visited East Sacramento’s Cook Realty and...
‘Nunsense’ tops offerings at Sac State
Special to valcomnews.com
Theater-goers can laugh at the humor behind the habit, spend an evening with the...
ARNHA takes control of Effie Yeaw Nature Center
By PETER HAYES
The American River Natural History Association is off and running in its “Perils...
Spirit of the Pocket Parade July 3
Special to valcomnews.com
The annual Fourth of July Spirit of the Pocket Parade, the largest parade event in...
Fair Oaks Blvd tree transplanting
Special to valcomnews.com
The Sacramento County Department of Transportation is starting a tree transplanting...
As summer approaches, local students eye colleges
By MELISSA CRONIN-BROWN
As high school seniors finish their last few months of the school year before graduation,...
Local News Releases
- Sacramento residents join 250-mile bike ride in the fight against kidney disease
- Sacramento County airport system closes big build bond sale
- Crocker Art Museum names directorship in honor of Mort and Marcy Friedman
- Crocker receives gift of ceramics by Rob Barnard
- Signs on utility poles pose serious safety hazard
- Students move in to Sac State on Aug. 27
