Colfax High School will host the annual Carrie Wheaton Memorial Alumni Soccer game on Sunday at 1 p.m. The current Falcons will take on a team of former players in a friendly contest to honor a former Colfax great.A barbecue will follow the game. Alumni players are asked to contact coach Lefty Wilkes at (916) 508-8755 or Nicole Wheaton at (415) 728-1167. Player cost is $20 and includes a t-shirt .. more …
The days are longer and the countdown to summer break has begun, meaning the Auburn Recreation District is preparing to see droves of kids turn out for day camps.ARD has more than 50 sessions planned for kids, with camps ranging from athletics – like tennis, gymnastics, softball and basketball – to the artistic. Dance classes include hip-hop, jazz and clogging, and kids can learn how to create .. more …
Buell selected to all-PVL hoop squadWill Buell of Colfax High was named to the all-Pioneer Valley League boys basketball team that was recently announced. The team was selected by the PVL coaches.Buell, a 6-foot, 6-inch junior forward-guard, was Colfax’s leading scorer this past season and had several games when he scored over 20 points. He was the Falcons’ lone selection to the all-league squad .. more …
Jim Northey is of the firm belief the Auburn area should live up to its billing as the Endurance Capital of the World.The longtime Auburn resident already organizes several challenging cycling and mountain bike events throughout the year, but now he’s jumping into the oldest and most popular event in endurance sports.After months of planning and collaborating with local endurance enthusiasts, the .. more …
The USA Gold Wrestling Club is now accepting registration for the winter collegiate season. Second through fifth grade boys and girls are welcome to join the club. The team is open to beginners to advanced wrestlers. Fundamental skills are stressed by the experienced coaching staff made up of Del Oro High wrestling coaches.Practices take place at Del Oro High in Loomis and run Tuesdays and .. more …
Dan Luper expected to be at Power Balance Pavilion watching the Sacramento Kings play around this time next month. With NBA players and owners unable to agree upon a deal to end the lockout Monday, NBA commissioner David Stern cancelled all games until at least Nov. 14. Luper, who owns Big O Tires in Auburn, has been a season ticket holder for years. Now he’ll miss at least four home games. “It .. more …
In today’s economy, getting companies to sponsor events is getting harder and harder. I’ve shot photos for many events in Auburn and even the State County Fair. In doing so, I’ve noticed how dwindling sponsorships are truly having an impact on local organizations and possibly the event turnout as well. One has to wonder how some events survive without some handout$ to cover expenses.But not so .. more …
As a survivor of breast cancer, Honey Cowan says she wants to reach out to others who are dealing with the disease.She and her husband own “C”-Horse Ranch in North Auburn, which offers riding lessons, horse boarding, camps and special events. Starting in the fall Cowan will add more programs through the Auburn Recreation District.Cowan, a nurse who retired from a nonprofit therapeutic riding .. more …
Even though the teachers, staff and students of Quail Glen Elementary School in Roseville have been in school for over a month, today was the first day for the school’s new principal, Collette Presley.Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District board members appointed Presley to be principal of the kindergarten through fifth-grade school on Sept. 1 after the departure of former principal, Jim .. more …
Hey all,In light of requests for interviews, and other accusations made against the Auburn Recreation District (ARD), I wanted to share my $.02 with you in regards to an upcomming item regarding the removal of some Geese from the Meadow VIsta Park. Due to a growing awareness, it has become apparent the ARD needs to address the growing problems created by the increasing geese (or is it goose) .. more …
Signs warning residents about the risk of encountering rattlesnakes will be going up soon at Recreation Park, according to Sheryl Petersen, recreation services manger at the Auburn Recreation District. The cautions come as a result of a rattlesnake biting that occurred on June 9, just outside of the pool area. Petersen said that in addition to the warnings, lifeguards have been re-educated on .. more …
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