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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of February 6, 2012

from:City Of Elk Grove

Volunteers Needed for Tree Planting SaturdayThe Consumes River Preserve, City of Elk Grove and Sacramento Tree Foundation are seeking volunteers for a tree planting this Saturday...

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Citywide Public Safety Forum

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA - The City of Elk Grove and Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) are holding a citywide public forum to share information and gather input about public safety...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance Week of January 30, 2012

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates2/02/12  Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)2/07/12  Animal Control Event and Community Presentation (Council Chambers, 6...

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City Accepting Applications for Grant Programs

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA –  Non-profit organizations and local government entities serving the Elk Grove community are encouraged to apply for grant funding offered by the City of Elk...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week Of January 23, 2012

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates1/24/12: Animal Control Community Workshop (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)1/25/12: City Council Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)1/27/12: Coffee with a Cop (7 a.m. to 9...

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U.S. Team Wins Gold At FISU Worlds (Brian Detrick - Elk Grove, CA)

U.S. Team Wins Gold At FISU Worlds Posted by: usaws On: 01/15/2012 13:04:36 In: Collegiate The U.S. World University Water Ski Team won...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week Of January 9, 2012

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates:1/09/12 - Historic Preservation Committee Meeting and Historic Context Statement and Survey Project Workshop (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)1/09/12 - Trails Committee...

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City to Explore Cultural and Architectural Heritage of Elk Grove

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA----Community members interested in the history of Elk Grove are encouraged to attend a public meeting on Monday to share their piece of Elk Grove history and help...

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City Seeks Community Involvement in Proposed Wayfinding Signage Program

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA---To promote economic development and tourism in Elk Grove, the City is exploring a wayfinding signage program that could add directional signs throughout the...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Elk Grove, California with AmericanTowns Elk Grove Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Sacramento County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Elk Grove organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Elk Grove is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Elk Grove

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Elk Grove area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts California’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Elk Grove in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in California  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week Of December 26, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Council Recess and City Observed HolidaysThe Elk Grove City Council regular meeting scheduled for December 28 has been cancelled, in accordance with Resolution No. 2007-150, which...

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An Invitation to our Elk Grove Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Elk Grove, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance: Week of December 19, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates12/20/11  -  Multicultural Committee Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:00 p.m.)12/23/11  -  Christmas Eve, Observed (City Hall closes at...

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Elk Grove City Council Appoints New Mayor

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA – The Elk Grove City Council voted to appoint Jim Cooper as mayor of City of Elk Grove On Dec 14th. Councilmember Patrick Hume will serve as vice mayor. The...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of December 12, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates 12/13/11 - Youth Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)12/14/11 - City Council Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)12/15/11 - Planning Commission Meeting...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in California

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a California Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of December 5, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates12/05/11   Public Workshop: East Stockton Blvd. Soundwall Project12/09/11   Capital SouthEast Connector JPA Board Meeting (Rancho Cordova City Hall,...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 28, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates11/30/11              Public Meeting: Traffic Flow at Rural Intersections (K. Albiani Middle School, 6...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 21, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates11/21/11 - Trails Committee Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)11/24/11 - Thanksgiving: City Hall Closed11/25/11 - Day After Thanksgiving: City Hall Closed11/26/11 -...

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Free Weekend Transit Service, New Routes Offered to Promote Local Holiday Shopping

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA---To help make local holiday shopping more convenient, the City of Elk Grove will be offering free weekend transit service and new routes during the holiday season...

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City To Host Workshop About East Stockton Blvd. Soundwall Project

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA - The City of Elk Grove is hosting a public workshop to discuss a proposed soundwall that would be located on East Stockton Blvd. between Elk Grove Regional Park and...

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Holiday Shop Elk Grove Kicks Off Black Friday

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA---Beginning Black Friday, more than 45 local businesses will be offering incentives and prizes for shopping locally this holiday season. The annual Think, Shop, Live...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 14, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates11/17/11---Committee for the Arts Meeting (Conference Room 2C, 6:30 p.m.)11/17/11---Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)11/19/11---Worm Composting...

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Elk Grove Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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3nd Annual Elk Grove Turkey Trot

5K Fun Run/Walk and 10k RunWill you join us? All proceeds for the Courage to Be You Elk Grove Turkey Trot will benefit Courage to Be You, Inc. C2BU is building Courage Houses,...

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Elk Grove Week At A Glance Week Of November 7, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Survey to Gauge Elk Grove Residents’ SatisfactionThe City of Elk Grove is conducting citywide research to measure satisfaction with the Elk Grove community and municipal...

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Survey to Gauge Elk Grove Residents’ Satisfaction

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA---The City of Elk Grove is conducting citywide research to measure satisfaction with the Elk Grove community and municipal government. The City has posted an online...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 31, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates11/03/11---Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)11/04/11---Old Town First Fridays (Old Town Elk Grove, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.)11/08/11---Youth Commission...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Elk Grove Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Elk Grove elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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City Completes Waterman Road Realignment Project

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA - The City of Elk Grove recently completed major improvements on Waterman Road at Grant Line Road, significantly improving traffic congestion, mobility and safety in...

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Urgent Citywide Clothing Drive for Elk Grove’s Sister City Concepción de Ataco

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA – The City of Elk Grove is organizing an urgent clothing drive to support the people of Concepción de Ataco, El Salvador, the City of Elk Grove’s first official...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 24, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates:10/25/11 - Old Town Elk Grove Foundation Meeting (Grange Hall, 5:30 p.m.)10/26/11 - City Council Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)10/29/11 - Unwanted Drug Collection...

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City Accepting Requests for Speed Control Devices

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA – The City of Elk Grove is encouraging resident involvement in addressing speeding on Elk Grove’s streets and is currently accepting requests for speed control...

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Elk Grove Best In Business Award Program

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA – Know of a business that makes a difference in the community? The City of Elk Grove is now accepting nominations for the new Elk Grove Best in Business award...

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Sacramento County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Sacramento County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Sacramento County California area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for California CA

California Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in California. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Elk Grove and across the country. With...

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Find California Corn Mazes - Get lost in a California haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a California corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 10, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates10/10/11 - Historic Preservation Committee (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)10/11/11 - Youth Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)10/12/11 - City Council Meeting...

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Elk Grove Week at a Glance: Week of October 3, 2011

from:City Of Elk Grove

Key Dates10/4/11 - Teen Town Hall Forum (Council Chambers, 6 p.m.)10/6/11 - Planning Commission Meeting (Council Chambers, 6:30 p.m.)10/7/11 - Old Town First Fridays (Old Town Elk...

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City of Elk Grove Hires Economic Development Director

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA – The City of Elk Grove hired Randy Starbuck as its new economic development director, City Manager Laura S. Gill announced today.Starbuck will lead economic...

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City of Elk Grove Launches Free Mobile Phone App

from:City Of Elk Grove

Elk Grove, CA – Want to report a pothole or burned out streetlight?  Find out when the next City Council meeting is?   If you’re in the City of Elk Grove,...

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Modesto Celebrated in New Book

New from Arcadia Publishing’s Postcard History Series is Modesto.  In over 200 vintage photographs and postcards, repeat author Carl P. Baggese shares the history of the...

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Real Estate Agents: Be the Local Expert for Elk Grove