A Bookstore Goodbye + New CA Laws 📢

Face in a Book Announces Closure
Beloved independent bookstore shares farewell plans after years of serving local readers. Read more →

Body Recovered in Lake Natoma Missing-Person Search
Investigation continues after man’s body found during multi-day search near Black Miner’s Bar. Read more →

Marshall Named Medical Provider for Sierra-at-Tahoe Ski Clinic
Marshall provides expert on-mountain care as Sierra-at-Tahoe opens for its 79th ski season. Read more →

Driver Targeted by Rock on Serrano Parkway
A moving vehicle’s windshield shattered after a man allegedly threw a rock, leaving driver shaken but safe. Read more →

Shen Yun’s 2026 World Tour Comes to Folsom
Acclaimed dance and music production brings ancient Chinese culture to the Harris Center this week. Read more →

Hidden Camera Found Outside Auburn Home
Authorities warn would-be thieves may be using disguised cameras to spy on local residences. Read more →

New California Laws Take Effect this 2026
From food labels to schools and housing, hundreds of new rules are reshaping daily life statewide. Read more →

Christmas Tree Recycling Event Set for Jan. 10
Folsom residents can recycle real trees at Rodeo Park and turn holiday leftovers into eco-friendly mulch. Read more →

Dos Coyotes Marks 35 Years by Helping Food Banks
Folsom diners can make a difference with donations benefiting Twin Lakes Food Bank. Read more →

Woman Found Dead During Gas Leak Response
Orangevale neighborhood evacuated after gas odor leads responders to a deceased woman inside a home. Read more →

Local AI Chip Maker Blaize Raises $30M
El Dorado Hills company strengthens growth outlook after major Asia-Pacific infrastructure agreement. Read more →

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— by Leo C.

It started with a simple, relatable plea: “Is it rude to ask a neighbor to bring their dog in?” A community member, seeking morning peace from a relentlessly barking dog, bravely voiced a dilemma many of us have faced. What unfolded was a powerful discussion about noise, responsibility, and the delicate art of being neighborly.

The overwhelming consensus was clear: it is not rude to ask, but how you ask makes all the difference. Advice poured in to approach the conversation with kindness and a smile, framing it as a shared concern rather than a complaint. Many responsible dog owners chimed in, like one member who proactively asks her neighbors to tell her if her dogs are a bother, and other member who shared her own efforts with bark collars after a neighbor’s polite check-in. These responses highlighted that a respectful conversation is often welcomed, not resented.

However, the thread also revealed the deep frustration and helplessness that can fester when the situation doesn’t improve. Stories surfaced of aggressive dogs, year-long complaints, and even one member who felt forced to move. Links to the county noise ordinance were shared as a last resort, underscoring that while communication is the first step, community peace is a shared right worth protecting.

This discussion was more than about barking dogs. It was a reminder that our community thrives on mutual respect and the courage to have gentle, honest conversations. It’s about seeing each other not as nuisances, but as neighbors—and sometimes, that starts with a friendly knock on the door.

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