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Rolling On

Keeping alive the timeless rhythms of roller skating

Roller skating is trendy on a national and local scale for its nostalgic and therapeutic appeal. Capital Region rinks are capitalizing on the pastime’s increasing popularity.

Apr 11, 2022 Steve Martarano

Wilderness Warriors

Women leaders are an integral part of El Dorado County Sheriff’s volunteer Search and Rescue Unit

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Unit provides a wide range of emergency rescue services to those who are lost, stranded or injured.

Mar 24, 2022 Steve Martarano

Mare Island Art Studios a Top Bay Area Destination for Art Lovers

Creativity blooms at former naval shipyard

An eclectic studio situated on a Vallejo peninsula, Mare Island Art Studio provides public and private gallery space for 19 diverse artists.

Feb 10, 2022 Steve Martarano

Virgil’s Bait Shop in Suisun City Offers Fresh Bait, Cold Beer

Popular fisherman's hangout has been around nearly 80 years

Memorabilia, beer and longstanding friendships have made the shop a beloved stop for regulars.

Jan 14, 2022 Steve Martarano

Back to Their Roots

Amador County’s Upcountry Farms finds success through trial and error

A young Amador County couple is making their mark with a small-but-mighty vegetable farm in Ione. Starting with little experience, they’ve grown into one of the region’s most popular small farms.

Dec 14, 2021 Steve Martarano

Life in the Lanes

Woodland bowling alley still rolling after 22 years

You probably wouldn’t expect to find touches of Italy at a Woodland bowling alley, but there are plenty at the San Bruno Bowling Center.

Nov 11, 2021 Steve Martarano

House of Clocks in Lodi Still Ticking After 51 Years

There are more than a thousand ticking, chiming clocks cramming the floors and wall spaces at House of Clocks in Lodi.

Oct 19, 2021 Steve Martarano

Firing Up the Centuries-Old Art of Blacksmithing

A step into the forging area of McLellan Blacksmithing in Loomis is, in many ways, a step back in time.

Sep 14, 2021 Steve Martarano

Truckee’s Oldest Store Has Embodied the Mountain Life Since 1918

The clothing store Cabona’s opened in 1918 and is the oldest retail establishment in historic downtown Truckee.

Aug 18, 2021 Steve Martarano

How a 60-Year-Old Whitewater Rafting Company Stays Afloat

All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting thrives through a network of family and friends — and has resulted in 35 marriages between employees. 

Jul 20, 2021 Steve Martarano
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