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Community Update

Map: What Section of Town Has the Most Carpoolers?

Newscruncher is an ongoing series that breaks down the characteristics of your town. The map below is a snapshot of what section of town has the most carpoolers.

Homes for Sale this Week in Fair Oaks-Carmichael

Find homes for sale in Fair Oaks and Carmichael on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.

Applied Materials Silicon Valley Turkey Trot

Surrounded by Apples? Time to Make Apple Pie

What Section of Town Does the Creative Class Live In?

The map below a snapshot of where the "creative class" in town works across your neighborhood, as reported by the 2011 American Community Survey.

What Are You Willing to Spend on Your Kid's Halloween Costume?

Will you DIY or hit the stores?

Kids Event - Decorate a Brand New Trick or Treat Bag, FREE

Healthy Hips & Healthy Knees

California Connections Academy Celebrates 2013-2014 School Year at Open House in Ripon

Map: Where Do the Divorced Women Live in Town?

The map below shows the number of divorced women across your neighborhood as reported by the 2011 American Community Survey.

Get the Most Bang for Your Buck on Home Improvements

Maximize your home’s value with a modest investment.

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Video Shows Cops Tasing Violent Fan at A's Game Saturday Night

Unusual Early Evening Meteor Shower Monday and Tuesday

Brighten the start of your week with a meteor shower.

13 Employers, More Than 36 Openings at Rancho Cordova Job Fair

What’s the Going Rate for Sealing a Driveway?

Keeping your driveway sealed is a smart investment that won’t require a second mortgage.

Map: Who in Town Works From Home?

The map below shows which areas have the most people working from home.

Community Update

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Are Kids Getting Too Much Homework?

A recent Atlantic article explores what happens when a parent takes on his daughter’s homework for a week: it’s not pretty.

Danek's Bakery Gone!

Fair Oaks Friends of the Library Autumn 2013 Book Sale

Fair Oaks Friends of the Library Autumn 2013 Book Sale

THE Guide to Patch Tips and Tricks on Blogging

Maybe you just started your blog or perhaps you’re already an old pro. Either way, we’ve put together some tips *every* blogger should check out (trust us, they're helpful!).

Legislative Wrap-Up: Voters Rights, School Exams, Clean Vehicles

Some of the activity this past week from Washington and Sacramento involving East Bay legislators

October Means Fall Harvest in Northern California: Grapes, Pumpkins, Apples, & More

It's crush season in Napa Valley and Amador County, apple harvesting time at Apple Hill, and Halloween means pumpkin carving. Here is your guide to all things fall this month.

The Best Blogs on Patch: Tom Clancy Tribute and Resume Tips

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

Pumpkin Guide: Varieties for Eating, Carving and Painting

Not all pumpkins are made equal. Here's how to determine which varieties to use for different purposes.

Where Do the New Gen X Moms in Town Live?

Are you a new mom with an old Nirvana t-shirt? The map below shows where you can find other new moms of your generation.

Halloween 2013: Americans to Spend $330M on Pet Costumes

The National Retail Federation estimates that about 158 million Americans will celebrate Halloween this year.

PLANNING FOR DYING CAN BE FUN!

Homes for Sale this Week in Fair Oaks-Carmichael

Find homes for sale in Fair Oaks and Carmichael on this page every week, from our partners at Zillow.

What's Playing at the Movies near Fair Oaks and Carmichael

Here’s what’s playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus show times.

Speak up guest - Dr. Sue Cornbluth

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Here’s what’s playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus show times.

Here’s what’s playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus show times.

Shooting at U.S. Capitol: Congressional Reps React on Twitter

Patch took to the Twitter-sphere to see what our congressional representatives are saying about the lockdown on Capitol Hill resulting from a shooting involving Capitol Police.