At most restaurants in America, you will find a good old-fashioned hamburger on the menu. From fine-dining establishments to roadside diners, the humble patty reigns supreme as the most popular food in the country. If you’re in Folsom and have a hankering for a big juicy burger, we have you covered. Keep reading for the
Fannie Mae 1 Year Rate Graph Rising interest rates are often cited as the greatest threat to homeownership, and to sellers’ profits. After all, if buyers can’t afford the home you are selling, you’ll have to lower your price to the point where they can. Although lower prices, when they occur, may attract more
After a 2-year covid hiatus, Folsom Wine and Jazz is back! This annual event is produced by the Folsom Music Boosters and has become a Folsom favorite, not to be missed. Come and enjoy excellent wine, delectable cuisine, and award-winning jazz under the stars, at the Zittle Family Amphitheater in Folsom’s Historic District. The
Driving Folsom Lake Crossing, or walking along the shore, you might look at Folsom Lake and think it looks pretty low. The truth is, it’s about half-full, or half-empty, depending on your viewpoint. Folsom Lake holds 977,000-acre feet of water, and today it stands at 527,498-acre feet. That is actually 8% above average for
What a difference a storm (or two) makes! Back in August Folsom Lake’s water level was below what it was during the historic drought conditions of 2014 – 2015. The lake’s storage was at 214,225 acre feet (24% capacity), and the Department of Water Resources projected it would drop to 15% of capacity by
It’s the Holiday Season, and Folsom’s Historic District is the place to be to get that Christmas spirit. Kicking it off is the annual Christmas tree lighting celebration, happening on December 3, starting at 6 pm. There’s a full schedule of events and activities, from horse and wagon rides, Santa visits, bounce houses, music
It’s been a rough year. I don’t need to list all of the problems this world and this country have faced this year. No, right now I just want to take a moment to be thankful. I’m alive, and if you’re reading this, you are too! That alone is worth celebrating. Let’s all hope
Sample the Best from Over 50 Area Wineries! Kick off the holiday season with your friends at the first ever Foothill Wine Fest. Come find your new favorites from dozens of great wineries based right in our own backyard. The featured wineries participated in the first wine judging event focused on the wineries of
The state and local government restrictions on businesses have proven to be moving targets. Regardless of how we feel about them, they are here, and for the most part, people are complying. The latest restrictions, eliminating on-site restaurant dining, limiting retail and other services, could not have come at a worse time for the local
From the Folsom Chamber of Commerce: Folsom, take action NOW! Tomorrow morning, Tuesday, December 8th, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will be voting on a proposed county ordinance that would authorize financial penalties from $500 up to $10,000 every day against residents and businesses that violate public health orders to contain the spread of
The Second annual Folsom Chamber of Commerce Women’s Conference is happening this Thursday, November 9th. This is an outstanding full inspirational and informative content, and being held virtually, come as you are, in a COVID-safe environment. Our national keynotes will be speaking directly to Folsom. Evy Poumpouras has served as a secret service agent for
It is with a heavy heart that the City of Folsom announces the passing of longtime Folsom City Councilmember and Vice Mayor Ernie Sheldon. Sheldon, 86, in his third four-year term on the Folsom City Council, died Friday at his home from cancer. Sheldon is a 35-year resident of Folsom who is recognized for his
By: Norm Schriever There are many different forms of credit scores, used by banks, lenders, and financial institutions every single day. But FICO, or the Fair Isaac Corporation, is one of the most popular for analyzing consumer credit data and using it to formulate a score that predicts credit risk. FICO Scores are used in over
As I walk and drive around Folsom, I am saddened to see some of my favorite restaurants, bars and shops closed, some temporarily, some permanently, due to the impact of the coronavirus. I’ll never have Huevos Rancheros at the Sutter Street Grill again. I’ll miss the grilled avocado with crab meat and honey sriracha at
The Unexpected Coronavirus Effect is Frustrating Buyers Things looked pretty bleak in April. In-person home showings were banned, unemployment was soaring, and there were predictions of a housing market collapse. Sales in April were down by 50% or more in many areas. As of May 1, we were once again allowed to show homes in
To the delight of commuters and anyone making the trip from between the north side of Folsom and El Dorado Hills, the Green Valley Road Widening Project is complete. First officially presented in a draft report in 2014, the project will alleviate bottlenecks at Sophie Parkway and at Blue Ravine. Used by more than 25,000
No more happy hours at bars in Sacramento County, at least not now, as county health officials ordered bars to close once again, due to concerns over the coronavirus. Health officials noted that bar patrons were not adhering to social distancing guidelines, and they are seeing an uptick in coronavirus infections. ‘Sit Down’ restaurants and
The ever-changing new normal The coronavirus, and our reaction to it, has certainly changed our lives, from the way we do mundane tasks such a going to the store, to new procedures for seeing a doctor. Some of these practices and restrictions are already loosening up, but some changes may be permanent. Regardless, there’s a