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View ArticleGallery: Sandy Hook Elementary School Shootings
Wire photos of the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School and its aftermath.
View ArticleNewtown Gun Group Opposed Even Mildest Gun Violence and Environmental Health...
TUSCON, Dec. 16, 2012 - The National Shooting Sports Foundation, headquartered in Newtown, Connecticut just three miles from the Sandy Hook Elementary School has a long history of extremist positions...
View ArticleGun control debate begins to simmer after massacre
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Democrats say meaningful action in the wake of the school shootings in Connecticut must include a ban on military-style assault weapons and a look at how the nation deals with...
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Area Recycling Centers for Christmas Trees
SACRAMENTO–Although Christmas hasn’t even come to pass yet, Sacramento County has released information on where to properly recycle your trees come the new year.Two area centers will be accepting up to...
View ArticleTwo things that go together (at least in the foothills): Getting a Christmas...
Last weekend I ventured with my boyfriend and his parents to Placerville, Calif., to cut down our Christmas trees and do some wine tasting – because you can’t go to Placerville and not stop at a few of...
View ArticleA message from Dylan Hockley’s family
December 18, 2012 - The following is a statement released by the Hockley family, through Connecticut State Police. Dylan Hockley was among the first graders killed Friday at Sandy Hook Elementary...
View ArticleObama Decides To Throw Old People Under The Bus
Time to say no, and head over the cliff:Late last night, the White House offered a plan with two major concessions to Republicans. First, it would hike taxes on the wealthy, but only on income above...
View ArticlePiers Morgan redeems British hacking failures with great discussion on gun...
I haven't liked Piers Morgan much, and especially not after the British hacking scandal, but all is now forgiven. Last night's interview on CNN was the best I have ever seen on the network, ever (but...
View ArticleTis the season: 10 fun things to do with kids this weekend
See ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas come to life at the THEATRE OF LIGHTS in Old Sacramento. Thursday – Sunday Craft handmade gifts at reCreate’s GIFT MAKING WORKSHOP while Mom and Dad get the last...
View ArticleWoodland Farm and Valley Oak and a New Year’s Resolution to learn Photoshop
Or...My 2013 New Year's ResolutionThis photo was taken almost exactly a year ago. I was browsing through my "seconds" folder yesterday and happened upon it. I remember liking it a lot, but really...
View ArticleRainy and windy today but mostly dry on Christmas Day
NEVADA CITY, Calif. December 23, 2012 - More rain and snow, with southeasterly winds increasing throu...
View ArticleRainy-day indoor fun: A review of Crazy Climbers
On a very rainy day a couple of weeks ago, my kids were going stir crazy. It had been raining all week and they were in desperate need of exercise. CRAZY CLIMBERS TO THE RESCUE! My kids spent 3 hours...
View ArticleNORAD using radar, satellites, Santa Cams and fighter jets to track Santa’s...
December 24, 2012 - Why We Track Santa For more than 50 years, NORAD and its predecessor, the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) have tracked Santa's flight. The tradition began in 1955 after a...
View ArticleChristmas Sky Show
December 24, 2012 - Just when you thought Christmas was over: At the end of the day on Dec. 25th, a pair of holiday lights will pop out of the deepening twilight. Jupiter and the Moon are having a...
View ArticleState Veterinarian Clears Santa’s Reindeer to Enter California
SACRAMENTO, December 24, 2012 — California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has granted a 24-hour permit clearing all brand inspection and health requirements for nine reindeer slated to visit...
View ArticleHelpful tips to keep your pets safe this holiday season
Pets can get sick from eating the holiday decorations and treats. December 20, 2012 - Veterinarians at the University of Cal...
View ArticleSacramento-Area Restaurants Open Christmas Day
Sacramento-Area Restaurants Open for Christmas If December 25 rolls around and you are fa la la la-ed out, then perhaps you can find some yuletide cheer at one of Sacramento’s many restaurants open...
View ArticleSpoons, Sardines and Shadows: “Parlor Games” to Make Your Gatherings More Fun
December 24, 2012 - Spoons Our favorite part of family holidays is after dessert, when we clear the table for a game of "SPOONS." Our family dynamic is well-suited to this simple, fast-paced game....
View ArticleNew Year – Why do we need resolutions, anyway?
By Lisa Murphy The New Year is fast approaching, but instead of talking about the resolutions we all plan to make, I want to flip the script a little bit and talk about what prompts these resolutions....
View ArticleBest New Year’s Resolution: Designate A Sober Driver
SACRAMENTO, Calif. December 27, 2012 – The safest resolution a person can make this year is to always plan ahead and designate a non-drinking driver before the celebration begins. To help ensure the...
View Article4 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve as a Family
1. New Year’s Banner activity at the Discovery Museum – Make the end of 2012 memorable by visiting the Discovery Museum with family and friends. Explore exhibits, take a nature walk and create in the...
View ArticleMy Start 2013 Off Right, 30 Day Blogging Challenge
I am a big believer in New Years Resolutions. They are a reset button for me, a time to take stock, a chance to begin again, fresh and new. Sometimes I'm relaxed about them, and other times determined...
View ArticleResolutions for 2013
Damn. Is it really 2013? The future is pretty rad. I’m totally bring back rad. Dating, diet, and fitness ads abound on TV which means a new year is about to begin. It’s interesting that we don’t see...
View ArticleDitch the resolutions and live for today
As I browse through my Facebook feed I cannot help but to notice the massive amount of posts regarding “New Years Resolutions”. I get it. I mean, I do not practice them myself, but I get it. For some...
View ArticleMoxie’s Resolutions for Everyone Else: The 2013 Edition
It’s that time of year when a young girl’s fancy thirty-five-ish blogger’s rants lightly turn to thoughts of who or what is most in need of New Year’s resolutions. For those who are playing at home,...
View ArticleLooking back, moving forward into 2013
Happy New Year! As you head into the new year, may you reflect on all that 2012 was to you. The good, the bad, and the simply amazing. May the New Year bring you and your loved ones much love, good...
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Vegetarian Dishes for New Year’s Eve
Paul Robins sparked the skillet with Chef Erika Avery from Cafe Bernardo to learn how to make Vegetarian Dishes for New Year’s Eve. Here are the recipes from Monday’s show:Creamy Polenta with butter...
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New Year’s Resolutions for Your Pets
People aren’t the only ones who need to set New Year’s Resolutions, so do pets. Paul Robins and Bethany Crouch get some pet resolutions from Dr. Jyl.…
View ArticleNew Year’s Resolutions: Part I, 2012 – How’d I do?
To get into YouTube. Is there an opening for our midlife niche there? "Fail. If there's an opening--and I think there is--it will not be filled by me. See Part II, Resolutions 2013 for explanation."
View ArticleChildren’s Theater Weekend Workshop Giveaway
Musical Mayhem Productions Two Day Theater Workshop – First Weekend of Every Month Do you not have the time to commit to a full 10 week theater class? Are you not sure if your child will like...
View ArticlePirate Birthday Party with Fancy Feet
by Jennifer Bell Having three kids with winter birthdays is never easy, and often expensive because we have to stick to indoor locations. I decided to try something new this year for my son’s 7th...
View ArticleGun violence influences school policy
Last July in Aurora, Colorado, James Holmes opened fire into a crowded movie theater during the premiere of “The Dark Knight Rises.” Holmes allegedly killed ...
View ArticleMartin makes the most of her sophomore season
After an injury plagued 2012, Sacramento State sophomore outfielder Paige Martin has taken advantage of this season to really showcase her talents.
View ArticleKeep your pets safe on the 4th of July
I know it still June, but have you seen the fireworks stands already propped up in just about every parking lot and empty corner? Are you aware that Fireworks are going on sale THIS week? Fire works...
View ArticlePeppermint recipe roundup!
A roundup of peppermint recipes from Sacramento Connect partners.
View Article2012 Fire
Seems like lots of wild fires burning along the west coast this summer. We've got an unusually hot and dry summer this yeR in the Pacific Northwest. Driving up to Bird Creek Meadow just north of Trout...
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