Childcare Shortage + Stockton Blvd Robberies + HS Football Mayhem

Sacramento CA

18 September, 2021

3:08 PM

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Welcome to the Sacramento Daily Patch Newsletter! This is where you will find all of the best news and events happening in Sacramento for Sunday September 19th, 2021! Arrrggghhhh!! Happy Talk Like A Pirate Day, Mateys! Are you a local business owner or marketer in Sacramento? Our premium local sponsorships will keep you at the top of inboxes around town every morning. Contact us here for the lowdown. First, today's weather: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 81 Low: 58. Here are the top stories today in Sacramento: There has been a rash of strong-arm robberies targeting older women along Stockton Blvd. Police are increasing patrols after "at least two days" of increased reports of robberies both during the day and evening hours. The victims have all been older women of various ethnicities in their 50s to 70s. No major injuries have been reported. "Make sure you're not carrying large sums of money, be aware of your surroundings, travel in groups if you can," Karl Chan, Sacramento police public information officer, said. (KCRA3) The Sacramento City Council approved $29 million to support local businesses still weathering through the pandemic as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. The ARPA funding includes $3.5 million for the Sacramento Inclusive Economic Development Collaborative which works to meet the needs of small minority businesses. Funds will be available for distribution to businesses throughout the entire city of Sacramento, although details on that fund distribution are still being planned by the Sacramento City council. (KCRA3) The pandemic has taken a toll on the childcare industry in Sacramento. District 6 Councilman Eric Guerra said "In Sacramento, during the pandemic, 156 child care centers closed and that's about 12% of the region's supply, and 272 child care homes have closed and that's 41% of the regional supply. So we've lost a tremendous amount of resources." Guerra hopes progress can be made through more funding. Yet with an unbalanced ratio of caregivers to children and the prevalence of the delta variant, Sacramento's childcare industry may struggle a little while longer. Guerra says the city is in the process of establishing a task force to tackle this specific issue. (FOX40) When West Sacramentans went to the polls last week, they not only cast their ballots in the recall, they voted to elect a new city council member. When all votes were counted, Councilwoman Dawnté Early came out the victor. She will be the first African American elected to West Sacramento city council. With 61.69% of the vote, it was a decisive victory. Listen to her take on the role and how she will serve the city. (FOX40) A football game between Franklin High School and Sheldon High School was stopped by police officers. A fight had broken out and officers intervened and stopped the game to prevent injuries. An Instagram user posted video of the incident. The user said that someone had yelled about a gun, which started a stampede and mayhem in the stands. Deputies believe that someone setting off fireworks caused the panic. No shots were fired and no firearms were found. Additionally, the students involved in the fight were placed in a separate room until their parents or guardians arrived. (Elk Grove Tribune) Sunday's events in Sacramento: Come out to the Antique and Vintage Peddlers' Fair on Sutter Street in Old Folsom. This event is presented by the nonprofit Folsom Historic District Association. (9 am)Ahoy mateys! Ye be invited t' join Amelia Bearhart 'n hearties fer an adventurous pirate-themed day at the Air Park. Lads n' lassies will be invited to craft toy pirate ships, parrot pets, eye patches, and play silly pirate-themed games while exploring the Museum's historic Air Park and aircraft. (10 am)Do you have what it takes to be a Traffic Safety Superhero?! Grab your cape, mask, and the rest of your superhero gear and attend a FREE event at Safety Center Incorporated full of pedestrian and bicycle safety related activities. If you have a bike and helmet, bring it! (10 am)Enjoy authentic Southern food, music and fun for the entire family at the final day of the Crawfish and Catfish Festival. The Crawfish and Catfish Festival is the ultimate Louisiana food and music experience! Laissez les bons temps rouler!! (11 am)Mon Laferte, Flor de Toloache will be at Ace of Spades tonight. Her melancholy music, particular wrenching voice and presentations full of energy and power have now positioned Mon Laferte as one of the most viral artists on digital platforms. (7 pm) Sacramento Patch Notebook Legendary restaurateur Randy Paragary will be remembered at a memorial service at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 21, at Trinity Cathedral. The memorial service will be open to the public. The cathedral doors will open at 9:15 a.m. For overflow guests, a live feed of the ceremony will be shown at the B Street Theatre main stage next door to the cathedral at 2620 Capitol Ave. A fire weather watch has been issued for portions of NorCal for late Sunday through Tuesday morning. With dry conditions and gusty winds returning to the area after the weekend rain, please make sure to be prepared and practice fire safety! (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: The Power of Clubhouse for Your Business (September 19) Add your event Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Jeri Karges About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst... Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Sacramento Daily? Contact me at [email protected].