June 18

Sacramento County trails in many categories in a national study that seeks to quantify the economic impact that nonprofit arts organizations have on their communities.

(NAPSI)—Some say a new smartphone designed by Africans for use in Africa is a smart way to promote social and economic development throughout the continent.

Eastern Acampo residents who live adjacent to rarely used railroad tracks along Kennefick Road are glad that rail cars are no longer parked in front of their homes.

With new companies looking to move into Galt, more than 50 new jobs could be created over the next several months.

On a warm spring day, farmworker Cristina Melendez was bedridden and unable to make her way back into the asparagus fields of central California for the kind of backbreaking work she’s done since childhood.

John Ledbetter stopped by a friend’s office in March to catch up and talk shop about grape harvesters.

An Oscar-winning screenwriter is considering producing a movie for a Chinese audience that may include a touch of Lodi.

(BPT) - Few phrases can strike fear into a homeowner’s heart as powerfully as the words “you have a mold problem.” Mold troubles in your home can cause health troubles for your family, and both issues can be notoriously difficult to resolve. It occurs everywhere in nature, but when mold begins growing indoors, it can damage any surface it grows on and cause respiratory problems for those living in the affected house.

(StatePoint) Everyone knows that proper diet, regular exercise and avoidance of bad habits like smoking are crucial to great health. But some experts say that a truly positive outlook on life can be just as powerful a factor in improving overall wellness.

(BPT) - College students need little encouragement to use social media to interact with their classmates, family and friends, but many are still leery of using the platforms when it comes to seeking employment.

A major financial decision is coming up for the city of Lodi next week.

By all accounts New York Senator Chuck Schumer is one of the most adept Capitol Hill politicians. Schumer should be good at his job; he’s been at it for 33 years.

On May 14, the Lodi Unified School Board met over a new curriculum called "Common Core."

(BPT) - Americans may still be cutting back in other areas, but when it comes to summer travel they’re willing to start spending again. Economic uncertainty aside, 78 percent of Americans plan to take a vacation this summer, and one in four of them plan to spend more this year on summer travel, according to a recent survey released by TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation.

(StatePoint) There’s no doubt that Americans spend a fortune on lawn care annually. But you can trim your costs without sacrificing your beautiful yard.

Recently, when I was coming out of the post office, I saw a middle-aged man sitting in the shade, crouched over, with a little dog on a leash tied to his arm, and a barely readable sign sitting on his lap asking for help.

Here are the top graduating students for 2013 from Tokay High School:

(BPT) - What concerns Americans the most as they look ahead toward the retirement years? One of their biggest worries is outliving their money, according to a recent survey by Prudential Retirement. A substantial 71 percent of survey respondents fear they may not have enough retirement income to last a lifetime. Only one in five are highly confident they will have sufficient retirement income.

(BPT) - As the seasons change, turn over a new leaf and give your home an energy makeover. You can improve your home’s comfort while helping the environment by making your home more energy efficient, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. In addition, a variety of compatible technologies are available to help manage your home’s comfort systems more efficiently and economically. Here are some tips to get you started.

With the amount of violence in video games, television and movies, children can be desensitized to the effects of violence.

(NAPSI)—While some think of North Africa as a region of turmoil and unrest half a world away, one nation has emerged as a leader, demonstrating a commitment to cooperation and regional security that can ultimately benefit the interests of the U.S.