October 2011

Man's Best Friend

You’re a police officer and your job is to enter an abandoned building and look for a person that may be hiding inside; unknown dangers could be around every corner. All of your senses are on...

by LeeAnn Dickson

It's Showtime!

Some people attack home projects with a DIY (do it yourself) mentality…others get some help from the DIY Network!

by Darren Elms

The Hidden Epidemic

According to the “Lock Your Meds” campaign, prescription drug abuse is the fastest-growing drug problem among 12- to 17-year-olds. That’s right – I said “prescription” drugs.

by Melisa Giordano Roden

Fright Night

Retreat and Heal

Envision serene beauty near ritual temples Mt. Shasta and Burney Falls. Imagine, too, being presented a weekend retreat at a historic lodge near rushing rivers and world-class fly-fishing,...

by Barbara L. Steinberg

Then & Now

Album, Book & Film reviews

Dinner Date

The Golden Cadillacs

Seated around burgers, fries and plates heaped with barbecue at Poor Red’s BBQ where it all began, The Golden Cadillacs discuss just what it is about this small town they all love so much.

by Heather L. Becker

Bricks Eats & Drinks

Upon entering the appropriately named Bricks and looking at the brick walls, I immediately felt a sense of history; however, the contemporary lighting, pub-style setting, and art-lined walls...

by Kimberly Horg-Webb

Annieberries

I found it. I have been interested in this industry for 35 years; so when this small business became available six years ago, I bought it and changed it into a great children’s/baby boutique.

Ryan Nuttall Insurance

We provide home, auto, business, health and life insurance products, along with financial services. Our office provides necessary insurance products and services to both families and business...

Mary Cory

Mary Cory invites everyone to visit the El Dorado County Historical Museum. “The Museum is a wonderful collection of artifacts and documents that have been donated over the course of many...

by Lisa M. Butler

Champagne and Greased Beans

The predominately male migration of gold-rushing 49ers came from a society in which domestic cooking remained “women’s work.”

by Lisa M. Butler

Retro Fitness

Fitness is essential to our health, but it can seem rather intense to the casual onlooker. And pricey. And Lycra-y. Remember when exercise was fun? Tetherball in the backyard; riding your bike...

by Sharon Penny