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Community of Character
Thank you for being responsible
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Did you take the pledge? During September and October, we pledged to fulfill our roles in our Community of Character by acting with responsibility: doing what we are supposed to do, always doing our best, and being accountable for our actions. I hope you have had the opportunity to take
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| Homecoming blowout celebrated by Warriors
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It was a homecoming blowout as Galt High School defeated the Union Mine Diamondbacks 41-14 at Friday night’s 2008 homecoming football game and celebration. As if fans weren’t riled up enough with the score 27-7 at the half, the crowning of Alexis Cuevas as the 2008 Homecoming Queen really got
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Assembly at New Hope School tells the reality of drinking and driving
Students watch as judge sentences DUI offender
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Seventh and eighth grade students from New Hope and Oak View schools recently watched an actual Superior Court sentencing. San Joaquin County offers a courtroom to schoolroom program called “Choices and Consequences: Know the Truth.” This program attempts to inform students of the many different consequences that may result in
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Teacher’s union hosts elementary school board forum
Candidates try to set themselves apart
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The Galt Elementary Faculty Association (GEFA) held a forum for the candidates running for a seat on the Galt Joint Union Elementary School Board in the 2008 campaign. The forum was open to the public, but primarily attended by Galt teachers. All five of the candidates, Tami Anstess, John Gordon,
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Meredith says oversight committee playing ‘dirty politics’
Committee says Meredith reacting to draft never issued
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While Galt Mayor Andrew Meredith is saying a draft copy of a press release by the Liberty Ranch High School Oversight Committee is the “worst case” of dirty politics he has seen, the committee says Meredith is overreacting to something that never even happened. Meredith issued a press release from
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CSD candidates tackle issues at forum
Incumbents Albiani, McElroy challenge Johnson’s claims; Russell calls for no more parks
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Tension filled the air when candidates for the Cosumnes Community Services (CSD) Board spoke out on the district’s budget issues during the Cosumnes CSD race’s election forum on Oct. 16. Candidate Jimmie Johnson claimed that the district had a $55 million budget deficit and greatly mismanaged its budget while two
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Beauty and inspiration at Tuscany
ARK2000 hosts afternoon with the elephants
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A fabulous day in the foothills was enjoyed by those in attendance at an Afternoon in Tuscany on Oct. 18 at PAWS’ captive wildlife sanctuary ARK2000, located in San Andreas. We were greeted at the entrance by two friendly ladies who pointed us in the direction of parking and shortly
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Oak View’s top spellers
First place winners is each age group now move on to county competition
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Chapeau – c-h-a-p-e-a-u … could you spell it correctly? Brooke Niederhauser did and won the Oak View Elementary School San Joaquin Office of Education Spelling Bee for 2008. The students of Oak View Elementary School recently demonstrated their spelling skills as part of the San Joaquin County Office of Education
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City council candidates attend forum
City issues and future focus of discussion
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With eight of nine candidates for two open city council seats in attendance, the Galt District Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum proved to be very informative as candidates shared their views on current city issues and their plans for the future of Galt. Candidates were asked to give a brief
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GHS candidates vie for votes at forum
Six seek three seats
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Although one of the three seats open in the Galt High School Board race for 2008 is only a two-year term, all six candidates for both seats participated in a Galt District Chamber of Commerce candidate forum to share why they should be elected to lead GHS into the future.
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CSD candidates discuss Galt services at forum
Challengers/incumbents go head to head
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It was a head-to-head discussion about fire and emergency services for the city of Galt as incumbents and challengers for three open seats on the Cosumnes Community Services District met for a candidate forum in Galt last week. Hosted by the Galt District Chamber of Commerce, the candidates were asked
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Elementary board candidates tackled tough questions at forum
Reconfiguration and communication top discussion
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It was a night to let the community know where they stood on critical issues related to Galt elementary schools at the Galt District Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum last Wednesday, and the candidates for the elementary school board did not fail to make their feelings clear. In a brief
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Meredith to seek adoption of energy program concept
Council to vote at Oct. 21 meeting
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Galt Mayor Andrew Meredith will attempt to move his energy sustainability plan for the city one step further down the line to becoming policy at the Oct. 21 regular meeting of the Galt City Council. Meredith announced that, while anticipated changes in state law for energy efficient retrofitting and new
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Leeworthy lived for golf, ‘was cherished’
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It was never hard to figure out where to find Eric Leeworthy on a given day. Whether he was at work, engaging in a casual game with his younger brother, Tyler, or practicing his long-term skills, the 19-year-old could easily be found at the golf course. “He lived golf 24
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PGAF pumps $17,000 into Galt elections
City issues demand to comply with city ordinance or face charges
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Outspending every other committee, Protecting Galt Area’s Future has reported spending nearly $18,000, so far, in the 2008 campaign season – more than three times the amount of any other committee in the race. The PGAF recall committee, Citizens for Yes on the Recall of Andrew Meredith and Don Haines,
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Youth committee needs your input
Public invited to attend and be part of growing youth voice in Galt
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The Galt City Council Youth Committee meets the first Monday of every month to plan events for our local youth and community. They encourage anyone who would like to give their input, or volunteer for future events, to stop by one of the meetings. “We love to hear from the
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Third Eagle Scout for Newman family
Youngest son takes his turn earning the honor
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Tenth grade Galt High School student Caleb Newman earned his Eagle Scout rank on Sept. 13 at a Boy Scout Court of Honor. He follows in the footsteps of his two older brothers, Ryan and Aaron. The Eagle Scout is the highest advancement rank in Boy Scouts. Caleb knew he
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Campout at Marengo Ranch Elementary
The school and PTA event promotes back-to-basics family fun
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On Sept. 27, the back lawn at Marengo Ranch Elementary School was turned into a campground. Students, staff, and all their families were invited to come together in pitching a tent, unplugging their electronics, and enjoying an old-fashioned backyard campout. This unique event came about after three years of discussion,
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Copper thieves knocking lights out in Galt
Stolen wire causing major costs to residents
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Copper thieves have found a new source of income, stealing thousands of feet of copper wire from city light poles, and leaving Galt neighborhoods in the dark. To date, according to the Galt Public Works Department, thieves has stolen over 10,000 feet of copper wire from Galt streetlights in the
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City council candidates spend less than $10,000 – so far
Stanhope fails to file
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Compared to what will ultimately be tens of thousands of dollars spent in the Elk Grove city council election, Galt candidate spending doesn’t come close. All totaled, nine Galt city council candidates have reported having spent just over $6,000, and receiving contributions totaling approximately $8,400 – most of it received
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