Three BrothersThe Three Brothers rock face in Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Park, California. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Getty Images)
El CapitanEl Capitan rock face in Yosemite Park, California. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Getty Images)
Engraving of Mirror Lake, Yosemite Valley, CA.An engraving of two men hunting a deer in Mirror Lake, Yosemite Valley, California. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CREATES DRAFT YOSEMITE VALLEY PLAN371021 20: The historic supervisor's cabin near Yosemite Falls (background) June 19, 2000 in Yosemite National Park, California, will likely be slated for demolition under the Yosemite Valley Draft Plan. The cabin was damaged in the flood of 1997 and officials say it would be expensive to repair the old structure. Balancing the desire of humans to use the valley and the healing needs of nature will be the goal of the Yosemite Valley Draft Plan (Photo by David McNew /Newsmakers)
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CREATES DRAFT YOSEMITE VALLEY PLAN371021 17: Visitors to Yosemite National Park in California paddle down the Merced River June 19, 2000. Rafting is one of numerous activites that is expected to be banned under the Yosemite Valley Draft Plan. Balancing the desire of humans to use the valley and the healing needs of nature will be the goal of the Yosemite Valley Draft Plan. (Photo by David McNew /Newsmakers)
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CREATES DRAFT YOSEMITE VALLEY PLAN(Photo by David McNew /Newsmakers)
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CREATES DRAFT YOSEMITE VALLEY PLAN (Photo by David McNew /Newsmakers)
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CREATES DRAFT YOSEMITE VALLEY PLAN371021 04: An open-air vehicle, sometimes called the "green caterpillar", carries sightseers through Yosemite Valley June 18, 2000 in Yosemite National Park, California. The National Park Service hopes to increase mass transit and reduce the number of cars within Yosemite Valley. (Photo by David McNew /Newsmakers)
US-TOURISM-YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARKA picture taken March 08, 2014 shows a Giant Sequoias (Sequoiadendron giganteum) at Yosemite National Park. Over 3.7 million people visit Yosemite each year, as most spend their time in the seven square miles (18 km2) of Yosemite Valley. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, Giant Sequoia groves, and biological diversity. AFP PHOTO/MLADEN ANTONOV (Photo credit should read MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP/Getty Images)
US-TOURISM-YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARKA picture taken March 08, 2014 shows a view of Yosemite National Park valey. Over 3.7 million people visit Yosemite each year, as most spend their time in the seven square miles (18 km2) of Yosemite Valley. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, Giant Sequoia groves, and biological diversity. AFP PHOTO/MLADEN ANTONOV (Photo credit should read MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP/Getty Images)
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US-TOURISM-YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARKA picture taken March 08, 2014 shows a view of Yosemite National Park valey. Over 3.7 million people visit Yosemite each year, as most spend their time in the seven square miles (18 km2) of Yosemite Valley. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, Giant Sequoia groves, and biological diversity. AFP PHOTO/MLADEN ANTONOV (Photo credit should read MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP/Getty Images)
US-TOURISM-YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARKA picture taken March 08, 2014 shows a view of Yosemite National Park valey. Over 3.7 million people visit Yosemite each year, as most spend their time in the seven square miles (18 km2) of Yosemite Valley. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, Giant Sequoia groves, and biological diversity. AFP PHOTO/MLADEN ANTONOV (Photo credit should read MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP/Getty Images)
US-TOURISM-YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARKA picture taken March 08, 2014 shows a view of Yosemite National Park valey. Over 3.7 million people visit Yosemite each year, as most spend their time in the seven square miles (18 km2) of Yosemite Valley. Designated a World Heritage Site in 1984, Yosemite is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, Giant Sequoia groves, and biological diversity. AFP PHOTO/MLADEN ANTONOV (Photo credit should read MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP/Getty Images)
Yosemite National Park Remains Open As Rim Fire Continues In Burn On Park's Western EdgeYOSEMITE NTL PARK, CA - AUGUST 28: Park visitors sit outside of the Ahwahnee Hotel on August 28, 2013 in Yosemite National Park, California. As the Rim Fire continues to burn on the western edge of Yosemite National Park, the valley floor of the park remains open. The Rim Fire has charred more than 190,000 acres of forest and is currently 30 percent contained. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Yosemite National Park Remains Open As Rim Fire Continues In Burn On Park's Western EdgeYOSEMITE NTL PARK, CA - AUGUST 28: A bicyclist rides over a bridge in the Yosemite Valley on August 28, 2013 in Yosemite National Park, California. As the Rim Fire continues to burn on the western edge of Yosemite National Park, the valley floor of the park remains open. The Rim Fire has charred more than 190,000 acres of forest and is currently 30 percent contained. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
US-HEALTH-TOURISM-ENVIRONMENTView of the Merced river in Yosemite National Park taken on June 25, 2012, during the time when Hantavirus victims contracted the disease while staying in tent cabins in nearby Curry Village. A third victim has died from a rare rodent-borne virus contracted in Yosemite National Park, out of eight cases now confirmed with the disease, authorities said on September 6, 2012. AFP PHOTO/Michael Thurston (Photo credit should read Michael THURSTON/AFP/GettyImages)
US-HEALTH-TOURISM-ENVIRONMENTView of Yosemite Valley in Yosemite National Park taken on June 25, 2012, during the time when Hantavirus victims contracted the disease while staying in tent cabins in nearby Curry Village. A third victim has died from a rare rodent-borne virus contracted in Yosemite National Park, out of eight cases now confirmed with the disease, authorities said on September 6, 2012. AFP PHOTO/Michael Thurston (Photo credit should read Michael THURSTON/AFP/GettyImages)
US-HEALTH-TOURISM-ENVIRONMENTView of Vernal Falls in Yosemite National Park taken on June 25, 2012, during the time when Hantavirus victims contracted the disease while staying in tent cabins in nearby Curry Village. The deadly virus raising fears at California's Yosemite National Park does not spread easily, and, despite two recent deaths, does not warrant closing the park, a spokeswoman said. AFP PHOTO/Michael Thurston (Photo credit should read Michael THURSTON/AFP/GettyImages)
Cathedral SpiresThe twin granite pinnacles of Cathedral Spires in Yosemite National Park, California, circa 1870. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Nevada FallThe 620 ft high Nevada Fall, Yosemite National Park, California, circa 1870. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Yosemite PeaksA dramatic mountain landscape near Bridalveil Fall, Yosemite National Park, California, circa 1870. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Mirror Lakecirca 1955: The dawn of Easter is marked with a traditional Sunrise ceremony at Mirror Lake in Yosemite National Park, California. (Photo by Three Lions/Getty Images)
Yosemite Park23rd November 1965: A waterfall in Yosemite National Park, California, one of America's most popular parks used by sportsmen and campers. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)
Free Souls1931: Lionel Barrymore and Norma Shearer in the Yosemite camp scene in the Metro Goldwyn Mayer film 'A Free Soul'. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)
Yosemite Valleycirca 1870: The view west along Yosemite Valley, Yosemite Park, California. (Photo by Carleton E. Watkins/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Grizzly GiantA thirty-three foot wide tree known as the 'Grizzly Giant' in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite National Park, California, circa 1870. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Yosemite ValleyA rocky stream in Yosemite Valley, California, circa 1870. (Photo by Carleton E Watkins/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
Yosemite ValleyThe Half Dome in Yosemite Valley, a glacial gorge about 7 miles long and 1 mile wide running through the Yosemite National Park in California. (Photo by Carleton E. Watkins/Getty Images)
Pocket CarA miniature automobile built and driven by racing driver Gus Petzel, in which he toured the USA. He is seen with Ranger Townley of Yosemite National Park. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)
Sacramento Hispanic Chamber Salud Business Awards LuncheonOn March 6th, the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held the annual Business Awards Luncheon at Center Twenty-Three Hundred with Keynote Speaker, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and special remarks by Phil Serna, Sacramento County Supervisor. 2020 Salud! Awards Recipients: Photos by Riverview Media/Tia Gemmell www.phototia.com Sophia Garcia, Young Professional of the Year Better Business Bureau of Northeast California, Community Impact Kulture, Small Business Entrepreneur, Robert Rodriguez, Cambria Solutions RSE, Partner
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THIS IS SACRAMENTO unveiled Art Exhibit at the AirportThis is Sacramento unveiled its art exhibit at the Sacramento International Airport Terminal B. on March 11th. This is Sacramento is a collaborative effort between the Sacramento Asian, Black, Hispanic, and Rainbow Chambers of Commerce, in partnership with SMUD and Wells Fargo to celebrate Sacramento’s most important asset, our diversity. The campaign will brand Sacramento’s unique place as one of the most culturally integrated cities in the world through the creation of art. The group partnered with local artists to create the installation.
Sacramento Hispanic Chamber Salud Business Awards LuncheonOn March 6th, the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce held the annual Business Awards Luncheon at Center Twenty-Three Hundred with Keynote Speaker, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and special remarks by Phil Serna, Sacramento County Supervisor.
2020 Salud! Awards Recipients: Photos by Riverview Media/Tia Gemmell www.phototia.com
Sophia Garcia, Young Professional of the Year
Better Business Bureau of Northeast California, Community Impact
Kulture, Small Business
Entrepreneur, Robert Rodriguez, Cambria Solutions
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The Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce (SACC) celebrated their 27th annual Installation & Awards Dinner in style - Bollywood Style on February 18th at the Hyatt Regency.
President & CEO, Pat Fong Kushida gave a special tribute for Lina Fat and the Fat Family, renaming our Small Business of the Year award to the Fat Family Legacy Award.
The 2020 winners included two Emerging Leaders - Nikky Mohanna, Mohanna Development and Venita Sivamani, LearnSkin; Fat Family Legacy – Insera Therapeutics; Corporate Steward – California State University, Sacramento and Honoree – Lokesh Sikaria, Moneta Ventures.
The evening brought together over 600 of our regions elected officials, community leaders and small business owners.
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Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce Dinner and Business AwardsThe Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce 125th Annual Dinner and Business Awards was on January 3, 2020 at the Hyatt Regency.
Awardees:
Centennial Business Hall of Fame: The Salvation Army
Small Business of the Year: Honey
Peter McCuen Award for Civic Entrepreneurs: Bill Mueller, Valley Vision
Metro Edge Young Professional of the Year: Verna Sulpizio Hull, Visit Sacramento
Al Geiger Memorial Award: Debra Oto-Ken, Health Education Council
Businessman of the Year: James Beckwith, Five Star Bank
Businesswomen of the Year; Patricia ‘Trish’ Rodriguez, Kaiser Permanente
Sacramentan of the Year: Kevin M. Nagle, Sacramento Republic FC
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento Hammy AwardsOn January 29th Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Sacramento area held the Annual Hammy Awards and Dinner was held at The Center at 2300.
This annual awards and celebration dinner together Habitat supporters, donors, volunteers, and ReStore partners to celebrate all that was accomplished in the past year and recognize outstanding members of the Habitat support community.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Dinner and AwardsThe Sacramento MLK Committee hosted the 21st annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration on Saturday, January 25th at Sacramento State
Keynote Speaker, Ruby Bridges was the first African American student to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans at the age of six. She shared her powerful story from her days attending the all-white school to her work today as a civil rights activist.
Recognition:
Dr. Hazel Mahone, recipient of the 2020 Robert T. Matsui Community Service Award.
The Honorable Paul Seave, former US Attorney for the Eastern District of California, received a special award for being one of the founders of the MLK Celebration event.
Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg also presented Ruby Bridges with a Key to the City.
State of Downtown presented by Sacramento Downtown PartnershipState of Downtown was presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership on January 21st at the Hyatt Regency with guest speaker, Dr. Drew Pinsky, former host of Dr. Drew Midday Live and the Jvance Stewart Community Service Award presented to Hope Cooperative, a leading provider of mental health and supportive housing services in Sacramento County.
North State Building Industry Association Awards GalaOn January 17th The North State Building Industry Association (BIA) held the Installation of Officers and Awards “Remembering the 1990’s as this year theme for the evening of celebration and recognition at the Hyatt Regency, downtown Sacramento.
2019 Award Honorees
Chair's Award - Marcus Lo Duca, Law Office of Marcus J. Lo Duca, P.C.
President's Award - Rachel Bardis, Bardis Homes
Meritorious Award - Val Baldo, Placer Title Company
Friend of Housing - Councilmember Paul Joiner, City of Lincoln
The North State BIA (BIA) is the leading advocate for the homebuilding industry in the greater Sacramento region. Representing over 550 members, including 50,000 industry jobs, the BIA is committed to preserving and furthering the economic interests of its members, while also working to enhance the industry's standing as a significant contributor to the regional economy. Additionally, the BIA also serves as the umbrella organization for HomeAid Sacramento and the North State Building Industry Foundation.
West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce Awards DinnerOn January 16th, the West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce held the 73rd Annual Awards and Installation Dinner, honoring and Celebrating Dynamic Business Leaders, Including Chelsea Minor, Raley’s as the new 2020 Board Chair
Cindy Tuttle: West Sacramentan of the Year
JP Singh: Businessperson of the Year
Andy Wallance: Entrepreneur of the Year
Tammy Linker, Ambassador of the Year
West Sac Works Magazine Team:Jennifer Perez, Amanda Thrasher, Four Waters, Chris White, Volunteers of the Year
Elica Health Centers, Business of the Year
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National Philanthropy Day Luncheon and AwardsOn November 14th, the Association of Fundraising Professions California Capital Chapter hosted their 33rd Annual National Philanthropy Day and Awards at the Hyatt Regency, downtown, Sacramento Thank you to all that came out to celebrate the extraordinary honorees that each help make our community a better place!
ALS Black Red & White GalaOn November 9, The Greater Sacramento ALS Association held the Black Red & White Gala with theme ”An evening at Studio 54”.
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Sacramento Family Justice Center Hope GalaOn November 8, the Sacramento Family Justice Center’s 4th Annual Celebration of Hope
Thrives Here Celebration Gala was held at California State University honoring Julie and Michael Teel.
The Sacramento Regional Family Justice Center (FJC) collaborative provides victims and their families with a “one stop” facility to report a crime, provide a complete statement taken by a detective or a trained child interviewer, get assistance to obtain a temporary restraining order, find safe housing, meet their prosecutor and victim advocate to learn what will happen in court, and most importantly, find the support they need to keep them from falling back into the hands of the accused.
Paradise During And After The Camp FireThe Camp Fire started on Nov. 8, 2018 and went on to become the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in the state's history.
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