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New law prohibits talking on hand-held cell phones while driving

By Arnell DiMaandal
NewsChannel 3

A new state law will force us all to put down the phone when we’re driving. Governor Schwarzenegger signed the bill today. The law bans motorists from talking on the phone without a hands-free device.

Drivers will need to get use to talking on their cell phones with headsets on. You’ll get a ticket if you donÕt beginning July first of next year. It’s a $20 fine the first time you’re caught and $50 for any future time you’re caught talking on the phone while driving.

“The new law would exempt Nextel phones. These are the phones that are like walkie-talkies. Of course, details of the new law still need to be ironed out.”

The California Highway Patrol says this new law will make streets and highways a lot safer.

“Fatalities involving cell phones in this area are quite gruesome. Text messaging, we’ve had people die. They were text messaging at the time. So, is cell phone a problem? Yes it is.”

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Northern California Regional September 11 Observances
Events In Region Memorializing The Fifth Anniversary
KCRA 3

http://www.kcra.com/news/9817152/detail.html

Link to this event

http://www.sacramentoupdate.com/2006/09/11/september-11-observances/

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Monday marks the fifth anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. There are a number of regional events scheduled to memorialize those who lost their lives and to honor those who are fighting the war against terror.

Elk Grove

Elk Grove Community Service District firefighters will post 343 flags — in honor of the 343 emergency responders killed in New York City — on lawns at Fire Station 71, 8760 Elk Grove Blvd., and Fire Station 74, 6501 Laguna Park Drive, Laguna). The flags will be available for the public to take. The district will also observe a moment of silence at 10:28 a.m.

Folsom

The city of Folsom’s Police and Fire departments honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks, 10 a.m. in the interior courtyard at City Hall, 50 Natoma St.

Modesto

Modesto and Stanislaus County will hold a brief memorial, “Come Together to Remember,” at 9:30 a.m. in the plaza at Tenth Street Place. At 9:58 a.m., the American flag will be raised and the Pledge of Allegiance recited. A minute of silence will be observed and bells will be rung as a memorial. The ceremonies will close with the hymn “Amazing Grace.”

Placerville

“Lest We Forget 9/11 Memorial Service,” 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the speedway at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive. The service commemorates and thanks local first-responder public servants and volunteers.

Roseville

“Remembering 9/11… Protecting Our Community,” 7 to 8:30 p.m., Bayside Church, 8171 Sierra College Blvd. Citizen Voice and the Sierra Chapter of the American Red Cross will mark the anniversary of the terrorist attacks and launch Safety Out, a program to ensure vulnerable residents are evacuated safely during a disaster. Safety Out disaster kits will be available to the public.

Sacramento

Cal Expo reopens its 9/11 Memorial Plaza for public viewing and reflection, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The memorial features a 125,000-pound, steel I-beam from the wreckage of the World Trade Center.

Citizen Voice and the Sierra Chapter of the American Red Cross hold “Remembering 9/11 … Protecting Our Community,” 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. outside Arden Fair mall. In addition to marking the anniversary of the terrorist attacks the groups will hand out Safety Out disaster kits, designed to ensure vulnerable residents are evacuated safely from their homes during a disaster.

The California State Military Museum will honor Californians who have died in fighting terrorism with the dedication of the “California Wall of Honor,” 9:30 a.m. at the museum, 1119 Second St., Old Sacramento.

Law Enforcement Chaplaincy memorializes those who died during the terrorist attacks with remarks by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, 1 p.m., east steps of the Capitol.

Mass for Peace celebrated by Bishop William Weigand, 12:10 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacramento, 1017 11th St.

Christian, Jewish and Muslim leaders remember victims of the terrorist attacks with a candlelight service, 5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, 1017 11th St.

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Blowing by the Babe
Bonds blasts 715th homer, trails only Aaron
By Matthew Barrows — Bee Staff Writer

Published 12:01 am PDT Monday, May 29, 2006
Story appeared on Page A1 of The Bee

Barry Bonds launches his historic 715th career homer in the fourth inning Sunday against Colorado Rockies’ pitcher Byung-Hyun Kim, sending Giants fans at AT&T Park into a frenzy.

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Hot times at jazz fest go beyond the music
Some of Jubilee’s older attendees are as amorous as teens
By Deepa Ranganathan — Bee Staff Writer

Published 12:01 am PDT Sunday, May 28, 2006
Story appeared in Metro section, Page B1

IF YOU GO
WHERE: Old Sacramento, Crocker Park (Third and O streets), Convention Center, Crest Theatre, Holiday Inn, Hyatt Regency, Sheraton Grand and Raley Field.
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Hot times at jazz fest go beyond the music
Some of Jubilee’s older attendees are as amorous as teens
By Deepa Ranganathan — Bee Staff Writer

Published 12:01 am PDT Sunday, May 28, 2006
Story appeared in Metro section, Page B1

IF YOU GO
WHERE: Old Sacramento, Crocker Park (Third and O streets), Convention Center, Crest Theatre, Holiday Inn, Hyatt Regency, Sheraton Grand and Raley Field.

TICKETS: • Four-day all-events badge - $95 general, $50 ages 7-20. Children 6 and younger with an adult are admitted free to all events.
• Single-day badge - Sunday performances, 10 a.m.-11 p.m., $40 general, $20 ages 7-20; after 7 p.m., $25 general, $15 ages 7-20. Monday performances, $18 general, $9 ages 7-20 (free if accompanied by an adult), $9 seniors 60 and older.

RT TROLLEY: • Fares: Light rail is $1.75; 85 cents for riders 62 and older. In the central city zone the fare is $1.
• Routes: Interstate 80 and Watt Avenue to downtown; Folsom to downtown; Meadowview to downtown
• Frequency: Every 15 minutes during the day; every 30 minutes after 7 p.m.; Outbound service will be available until 11:30 p.m. Contact: For additional information, call RT at 321-BUSS.

INFORMATION: Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society: (916) 372-5277 or www.sacjazz.com.

SCHEDULE: To view the complete Jazz Jubilee schedule, please go to www.sacbee.com/links

Four-year-old Hannah Clay of Sacramento gets a close-up view of the saxophone of Ben Hillel of the Ophir Prison Band on Saturday in Old Sacramento. Sacramento Bee/Lezlie Sterling

Couples holding hands. Couples cuddling. Couples kissing in public.

The 33rd annual Sacramento Jazz Jubilee wasn’t much of a teen hot spot Saturday. But the older folks who showed up were amorous as kids at a high school dance.

“What we have is a love affair,” said O.C. Gillham, 65, who drove out from Reno with his wife. The couple married in August, just months after becoming engaged at last year’s Jubilee.

“It’s great at our age,” said Lorraine Gillham, 68. She grabbed her husband, and they danced in a slow circle to “Carolina in the Morning,” right in the middle of Second Street in Old Sacramento.

This year’s Jazz Jubilee, which continues today and Monday, features 105 bands at six sites. The Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society, which organizes the event, predicts a turnout of 80,000 this year — but longtime volunteer Ed Riojas said the crowds were looking a little thin Saturday.

“We need the people,” said Riojas, who was hawking Mardi Gras beads for $1 apiece. “Usually people who attend the Jazz Jubilee are very festive — I mean, they spend! They don’t care about the price.”
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Inflation not pretty for beauty supplies
By Dale Kasler — Bee Staff Writer

Published 12:01 am PDT Saturday, May 20, 2006
Story appeared on Page A16 of The Bee

Michael Megna’s Elk Grove manufacturing business lives on oil. Or, more precisely, petrochemicals — from the oil-based solvents used in his nail-polish removers to the plastic bottles in which he packages his various beauty salon products.
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World’s Largest Traditional Jazz Festival Swings Into Old Sacramento and Aboard the Delta King!
SACRAMENTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 9, 2006–Memorial Day weekend (May 26 - 29, 2006), the Delta King, located in historic Old Sacramento, California, will take center stage as the “birthplace of the Jazz Jubilee.” Now in its 33rd year, the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee is the largest traditional jazz festival in the world, with 139 bands performing at 25 sites.

As the place where it all started, the Delta King will feature dozens of the greatest bands from across the country, jamming with nonstop swinging music, dancing and lots of great food. With its authentic riverboat hotel and Pilothouse Restaurant, Delta Lounge, Delta King Theatre and Paddlewheel Saloon, the Delta King provides an amazing backdrop for a world of lively activities overlooking the scenic Sacramento River.

Youth bands will bring the magic of jazz to young minds at the youth band site on the Delta King Landing, while the Delta Lounge will feature entertainment courtesy of Jason Marion, Gayiel Von and Jimmy Fingerz Jordan. Admission is free. Jazz badges are unnecessary in the Delta Lounge and there is no cover charge.

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World’s Largest Traditional Jazz Festival Swings Into Old Sacramento and Aboard the Delta King!
SACRAMENTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 9, 2006–Memorial Day weekend (May 26 - 29, 2006), the Delta King, located in historic Old Sacramento, California, will take center stage as the “birthplace of the Jazz Jubilee.” Now in its 33rd year, the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee is the largest traditional jazz festival in the world, with 139 bands performing at 25 sites.

As the place where it all started, the Delta King will feature dozens of the greatest bands from across the country, jamming with nonstop swinging music, dancing and lots of great food. With its authentic riverboat hotel and Pilothouse Restaurant, Delta Lounge, Delta King Theatre and Paddlewheel Saloon, the Delta King provides an amazing backdrop for a world of lively activities overlooking the scenic Sacramento River.

Youth bands will bring the magic of jazz to young minds at the youth band site on the Delta King Landing, while the Delta Lounge will feature entertainment courtesy of Jason Marion, Gayiel Von and Jimmy Fingerz Jordan. Admission is free. Jazz badges are unnecessary in the Delta Lounge and there is no cover charge.

For $895 per couple, plus tax, guests will receive three nights accommodations, hosted cocktail and hors d’oeuvres party, continental breakfast, champagne Sunday brunch, complimentary parking, and a 20% discount while dining in the Delta King’s award winning Pilothouse Restaurant. Four-day Jazz Jubilee badges are $95 per person.

About the Delta King

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World’s Largest Traditional Jazz Festival Swings Into Old Sacramento and Aboard the Delta King!
SACRAMENTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 9, 2006–Memorial Day weekend (May 26 - 29, 2006), the Delta King, located in historic Old Sacramento, California, will take center stage as the “birthplace of the Jazz Jubilee.” Now in its 33rd year, the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee is the largest traditional jazz festival in the world, with 139 bands performing at 25 sites.

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Written for the web by C. Johnson, Internet News Producer

The city of Sacramento is preparing to make wireless Internet access around town as common as cell phone service.

On Tuesday, city officials and MobilePro, a wireless broadband provider launched a Wi-Fi network for Sacramento. High speed wireless Internet access is now available at City Hall and in the next two years, laptop users in public places around the entire city should be able to log in.

“The first phase would be construction of the central city freeway to freeway, river to river,” says Dean Peckham, Sacramento spokesperson. “And then complete build-out within the city within two years.” The first areas MobilePro will outfit with transmitters are downtown Sacramento, old Sacramento and around the State Capitol.

MobilePro is putting up the $5 million investment for equipment and the city is providing the public access points or “hot spots”. The company hopes to make back its investment with subscriptions. It will offer daily or monthly rates for high-speed Internet access. MobilePro has agreed to provide up to two hours free daily Internet access at lower speed.

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