Bill Sullivan

In an emotional and heartfelt farewell at Folsom's City Council meeting on Tuesday night, the community gathered to bid goodbye to City Manager Elaine Andersen, celebrating her remarkable career and deep connection to the city. The council chambers were packed with colleagues, residents, and Andersen's family, all united in honoring her more than 20 years of dedicated service.

Rain couldn't dampen the spirits of the Folsom Police Department and the community on Thursday as they came together to honor Lieutenant Chris Emery, a much respectec and longstanding member of the force, on his retirement. On this rainy afternoon, Emery was still shining bright as he made his ceremonial walk out the front doors of the Folsom Police Department, greeted by a crowd of supporters—current and former colleagues, city leaders, and community member, who braved the wet weather to line the walkway for the traditional “gauntlet” send-off.

As a co-founder of what has now become a top online resource for Folsom's community news, it is with immense gratitude and admiration that I reflect on a milestone week for the City of Folsom. Over the past few days, our community celebrated the retirements of three remarkable individuals who have dedicated their careers to serving this city with unwavering commitment and passion: City Manager Elaine Andersen, Assistant Fire Chief Chad Wilson, and Police Lieutenant Chris Emery.

It was cold and Saturday, but at the Folsom Moose Lodge, excitement was shining bright air for the organization's annual Christmas bike giveaway. Families gathered that the lodge on Scott Street,where there were many young faces shining bright with anticipation.

Firefighters from two agencies responded to Folsom's Historic District where a vehicle fire within the three-story city parking structure made for some intense moments Wednesday evening.

EL DORADO HILLS - Two off-duty firefighters are being praised morning after rescuing a woman trapped in a burning home on Broome Court in El Dorado Hills

Despite the effects of a winter storm creating a wet and windy morning, the communities of Folsom and El Dorado Hills came together this past weekend to participate in National Wreaths Across America Day. On this day, remembrance wreaths are laid on the graves of veterans at more than 3,700 cemeteries across the nation.

Willamette Wineworks brings live music to its Historic Folsom in a festive fashion Saturday night. The Folsom based Wildwood Roses trio is set to bring a special holiday concert to the venue, starting at 5:30 p.m.. This festive event offers a perfect way to cap off a day of holiday shopping in Historic Folsom or to unwind after a visit to the Holiday Ice Rink.

The Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers, one of the iconic components of the annual Folsom Pro Rodeo, are preparing to kick off the new year before a national audience—just as they have 10 different times in the past. Once again, the locally cherished Painted Ladies Rodeo Performers (PLRP) have been invited to perform in the 136th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena on New Year's Day.

The party is over for longtime retailer Party City, which announced it will close all of its locations, including its store in Folsom's Broadstone Marketplace.