Cheer Champs, AI Bots & Valentine Plans 💖

Oak Ridge High School Cheer Wins CIF State Title
Varsity Medium cheer squad claims 2026 CIF State championship, bringing home a huge win for local fans. Read more →

Students Showcase AI Bots With Real-World Impact
Rancho Cordova students build AI bots piloted by city and SMUD, backed by $5M investment. Read more →

Community Comes Together to Honor a Family’s Lives
Candlelight vigil draws neighbors together in Rancho Cordova after heartbreaking loss. Read more →

Student Robotics Team Earns Spot in NorCal Championships
Teen-built robots, big brains, and a playoff berth put local STEM talent on display. Read more →

Dry January Shrinks California Snowpack
Snowpack drops after stormless January, raising water concerns this winter. Read more →

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Your go-to list for family-friendly events and happenings:

💃 Valentines Dances – February 6, 7 & 13 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: El Dorado Hills CSD Gym
A magical evening of dancing, activities, & snacks. See more →

👑 Ties and Tiaras – February 7 | 5:00-7:30 PM
Location: Cameron Park CSD Assembly Hall
A magical father daughter dance with memories, music & photos. See more →

🎨 Coloring and Tea – February 9 | 3:30-4:30 PM
Location: El Dorado Hills Library
Relax, sip tea, color, and unwind in calm company. See more →

🩰 Swan Lake with Live Orchestra – February 10 & 11 | 7:00 PM
Location: Harris Center, Folsom
Powerful and unforgettable night of live Swan Lake performance. See more →

🍪 Cookie Decorating Class – February 10 | 5:30-7:00 PM
Location: Painted. Studios, Folsom
Decorate four Valentine cookies & learn pro piping skills. See more →

🛍️ Galentine’s Passport Night – February 12 | 4:00-8:00 PM
Location: Folsom Historic District
Shop, sip, nibble score deals, celebrate friendship all night. See more →

💐 Galentine’s Rolled Paper Flower – February 13 | 6:00-8:00 PM
Location: Create, Make & Mingle Studio, Folsom
Craft cute floral signs, sip, chat & laugh with your girls. See more →

🎨 Valentine’s Day Resin Workshop – February 14 | 1:00-2:30 PM
Location: Create, Make & Mingle Studio, Folsom
Pour ocean waves resin, create personalized gifts together. See more →

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— by Leo C.

It was a simple trip to the grocery store that turned into something more. A neighbor was driving along when she spotted a mother and her young son walking on the sidewalk. The mother was pushing a bike with a flat tire, her son riding on her back. Without a second thought, the neighbor made a U-turn, pulled over, and offered them a ride.

That small act of noticing someone's struggle and choosing to help created a moment of pure connection. For the neighbor, it was a beautiful reminder of her own children at that age. For the mother and son, it was relief from a long, difficult walk. The neighbor shared the story simply, writing, "There was a reason for me to go to the store the time that I did."

The post lit up our community feed with gratitude. Neighbors called it a "bit of sunshine" and a refreshing story of kindness in a world that often feels divided. It served as a powerful, quiet reminder to all of us: to look up from our own tasks, to see the people around us, and to never underestimate the impact of a simple offer to help. Sometimes, community is built in a single, selfless turnaround. 💛

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