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Tips to Protect Yourself From Text Message Cyberattacks
(StatePoint) Every day, cybercriminals create new methods of obtaining private financial information from unsuspecting individuals, most commonly employing tactics like emailing strangers and convincing them to either share personal information or take an action that compromises their systems and devices. Known as “phishing,” these cybercrime attempts can also come by
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Happy Halloween Compliments of Orson Wells, WKBW
In what is an annual celebration of Halloween, EGN is posting the 1938 broadcast of the Mercury Theater’s “War of the Worlds” produced and directed by Orson Welles. This year marks the 85th anniversary of that seminal radio and mass media event. The original Welles and Mercury group’s
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How to Navigate Your Medicare Options During the Annual Enrollment Period
(StatePoint) The average Medicare beneficiary in 2023 has access to 43 Medicare Advantage plans, the largest number of options ever, according to KFF. With so many plans to choose from, the Medicare and Prescription Drug Plan Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), taking place from October 15 to December 7, may be
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Sac Song and Wine Series closes opening season on high note, will return next spring
By D.A. Gougherty | This week, I had the good fortune to attend the final show of a newly launched series of concerts at a California Delta winery in nearby Clarksburg. The last show of the five Sac Song and Wine Series concerts featured award-winning Country Western singer-songwriters Rodney Clawson
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If you’re a foodie, Sacramento is the place for you
For those in the Sacramento area who consider themselves a foodie – someone who has a self-described refined interest in food – according to a recent study, you are in one of the best places nationally. A survey released this week by personal finance website WalletHub.com of the ranking of 182
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Celebrate National Coffee Day with a free cup at Krispy Kreme
This Friday is National Coffee Day and what better way to celebrate than to get a free cup of Joe. To celebrate the occasion, Krispy Kreme store is offering a free cup of coffee with no purchase necessary. Guests can receive a FREE medium hot or iced coffee. Additionally, guests
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Fulfillment of former mayor’s dreams? Elk Grove added to list of 7 Autumn day-trip destinations
Former Elk Grove Mayor Gary Davis’ long-sought dream of transforming the Sacramento bedroom suburb into a major travel destination appears, at least partially, to have been fulfilled. In their latest online travel guide, the California AAA included Elk Grove on its 7 Best Day Day Trips For Fall Fun list.
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Making the Connection Between AFib and Stroke
(Family Features) For many people, the heart naturally contracts and relaxes to a regular beat. However, those living with atrial fibrillation (AFib) experience a quivering or irregular heartbeat that can lead to further health issues including stroke, heart attack, heart failure or sudden cardiac arrest. In fact, people with AFib
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‘Hip Hop and Civil Rights’ Event in Sacramento Friday – State Lawmakers, ACLU, Music Artists, Mother of Slain Sacramento DJ Attend
SACRAMENTO, CA – State legislators, Hip Hop artists, and civil libertarians are coordinating the 2nd Annual “Hip Hop and Civil Rights” event at the Guild Theater in Sacramento Friday, September 15 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event, which honors “50 years of Hip Hop,” is hosted by
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Fourth Sac Song & Wine Series concert this Wednesday night in Clarksburg
This Wednesday night, the fourth of the Sac Song & Wine concerts will be held at Miner’s Leap Winery in Clarksburg. The five-concert series, which started on May 17, feature an interesting and talented roster of Nashville songwriters. The September 13 show will feature Charles Esten (actor who was
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Calling All Foodies for Amazing Culinary Experiences in Kentucky
(StatePoint) If you’re vacationing in Kentucky, you’ll create wonderful memories as you wind your way from one side of the Bluegrass State to the other. The question now is, what are you going to eat? Whether you love down-home cooking or palate-pushing adventures, Kentucky has what you’re