Behind the Beekeeper’s Veil
Our writer goes undercover — literally — with a commercial beekeeper in Placer County
Northern California’s temperate climate, fertile soil and advanced water-supply system make the region a prime spot for commercial beekeeping, and even more so nowadays. Why’s that? Almonds, which need bees — lots and lots of bees.
Down By The Riverside
MetroEdge ‘Pitch for Change’ winners want to reinvigorate Sacramento’s riverbanks for a new generation
Once upon a time, Sacramento lived and died by its rivers. As the last outpost of good society on the way to the Gold Rush foothills, Sacramento was nestled conveniently at the confluence of both the American and Sacramento rivers.
Your Kid’s Prom Just Got Even More Expensive
If you haven't heard of a 'promposal,' you may want to prepare yourself
American parents are accustomed to being treated like human cash machines during prom season, spending close to $1,000 to guarantee that a high school dance doesn’t become an emotional catastrophe. A hundred bucks for tickets, and hundreds more for fancy clothes — even the corsage costs $20. And before any of that begins, your kid wants $300 for a promposal. Wait, a what?
A ‘Bit’ of a Bounce
What the virtual currency means for Kings fans
The Sacramento Kings have launched a three-point shot in becoming the first NBA basketball team to accept the digital currency bitcoin.
Republic FC Trivia Giveway
Spring is in the air, and you know what that means — it’s fútbol time! We’re excited to bring in another winning season with the indomitable city’s own, Republic FC. To celebrate, we’re giving away two tickets to this weekend’s opening night at Bonney Field. As one of the most formidable teams in the league, this is a game you just can’t miss!
Coffee Enthusiasts Unite
Caffeine Crawl returns to Sacramento March 5
Following a completely sold-out event in 2014, Sacramento Caffeine Crawl will return to the city next week with an all-star lineup of some of Sacramento’s finest coffee establishments.
The Bunky System: Creating a Game Plan for Success
Basketball lessons that you can use in the boardroom
Creating a winning game plan – whether in business or in sports – requires the right mix of identity, focus, incentives and passion. Just ask Bunky Harkleroad, coach of the fast-paced women’s basketball team at Sacramento State.
The Big Pitch
Local investors are taking a leap of faith to bring Major League Soccer to Sacramento — what comes next could define a new era in the capital region
In December, the Sacramento City Council unanimously approved a preliminary term sheet to finance and build an MLS stadium at the Sacramento Railyards, drawing the region closer than ever to bringing a major professional sport to the city since the Kings set up shop 30 years ago. If it seems like this has happened seemingly overnight, that is because in many ways, it has.
A Year in Review
Our top 10 most popular stories of 2015
It’s been quite a year! Now that the champagne has been popped, gone flat and you’ve had time to recover, take a look at our most widely read local stories from 2015:
Startup of the Month: wimZr
With this app, it's not just who you know but when you meet them
New app wimZr’s main focus is people. The interface is straightforward. You view the profiles of people going to the same place. If you like them, click “Connect Me.” If you want to pass, click “Next Time.” If the person you like likes you back, you can start talking. For upcoming events, you can scan guest lists and either connect one-on-one or openly in a public forum.