Folsom Local News

Jelly Belly Bandit BUSTED

The suspect in the July 28th robbery of the Jelly Belly store at the Folsom Premium Outlets has been caught.

PG&E Gas Line Delaying Revitalization in Historic Folsom

Come down to see Historic Folsom taking shape
The November 15 deadline for completion of most of the construction in Historic Folsom is getting closer. Although the contractor (Teichert) is reaching its deadlines, a new PG&E gas line must be installed before the 800 block sidewalks can be completed.
Unfortunately, PG&E’s timeline doesn’t match the construction timeline, [...]

Sexually Explicit Photos Solicited Through Xbox

A ten year old Folsom boy, enticed by $20 worth of free Xbox Live credits, told his parents recently he had sent nude photographs of himself to a man he had met through his internet connected Xbox gaming system.

Folsom Police investigators identified the man as Timothy Wayne Hammerstone, 22 years old, of Polk City Florida.

Some Gas Station Hold Open Latches Dangerous

State Fire Marshal Mandate On Hold Open Latches
The California Office of the State Fire Marshal has mandated the removal of hold open latches on all Vapor System Technologies (VST) nozzles. This affects approximately 3,000 gas stations throughout the state.
The removal mandate was taken to ensure public safety and the alternative was to shut down [...]

“Seussical” the Musical a Big Hit

Seussical opened last weekend to full houses and standing ovations.
This outstanding musical delighted audiences of all ages with its extremely talented cast, great music and choreography, colorful costumes and imaginative sets and lighting.
See JoJo, Horton and the Cat in the Hat, plus Mazie and the Bird Girls.
Directed by Connie Mockenhaupt the [...]

Shed Roofs Are Down, Sidewalks Are Next

Sutter Street may look like an ugly duckling today, but keep coming down to see the progress, because it will soon change into a beautiful historic swan and if you wait too long, you won’t see it and won’t have been a part of it.

Drug Deal Robbery and Police Pursuit: A Complex Story

Early Saturday morning, at 1:03 A.M. Folsom Police received a report of a robbery in the parking lot of apartments on Folsom Ranch Drive. One of the victims told officers that two male suspects driving a yellow Ford Mustang had followed them to a friend’s apartment.

One suspect exited the passenger’s side of the Mustang and pointed a handgun at one of the victims, robbing him of his car keys and his cellular telephone.

Shed Roofs To Come Down Next Week in 800 Block

Next week is a BIG week in the Historic Folsom Revitalization project, where we will see the first shed roofs removed.
Removing Shed Roofs
On Monday and Tuesday night, starting at 8 pm, the contractor, Teichert, begins removing all shed roofs in the 800 block, starting with lights, flag pole hardware and signage. The work is to [...]

Second Saturday Art & Wine Tasting with Tina Schmidt

Second Saturday Art with Sass and Humor
August 14,  4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
 
Tina Schmidt who’s art has been described as
Rat-pack meets the Jetson’s has become a collectors favorite.
Come see her collection or originals and prints  
The gallery will have limited edition prints 16″ x 20″ as well as originals and other works — all exceptionally priced.
 Perfect Gifts [...]

Historic District Sidewalks Start in 900 Block This Week

Sutter Street Revitalization:
Construction is moving along swiftly.  Listed below is what is happening this week.  15 more weeks until substantial completion!
600 block: Storm drain work continues for the remainder of the week.
Scott Road: Storm drain work all week.  Crews start at 6:30 am and are done by 3:30  pm.  Expect road closures on Scott.  Detour [...]