1. Oakland Athletics (55-33)Jeff Samardzija and Jason Hammel make the A's the favorites to win the whole thing. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Yoenis Cespedes has officially been invited to defend his 2013 title in the 2014 Home Run Derby competition.
2. Milwaukee Brewers (52-37)A reminder that Francisco Rodriguez is having a good year for the Brewers. Again. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Aramis Ramirez, Carlos Gomez ,Jonathan Lucroy and Francisco Rodriguez were named to the All-Star team.
3. Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (51-36)Joe Thatcher is a solid left-handed specialist, and Tony Campana can fly on the basepaths. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)
Jered Weaver said he feels much better and is likely to avoid the disabled list.
4. Atlanta Braves (49-39)The Braves are red hot. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)
Craig Kimbrel and Freddie Freeman will join Julio Teheran on the NL All-Star team.
5. Los Angeles Dodgers (51-40)Brandon League's peripherals aren't where you'd want them to be, yet his ERA has had a nice bounceback year. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images)
Yasiel Puig will participate for the National League in the Gillette Home Run Derby.
6. Detroit Tigers (48-37)Who had Rajai Davis homering off Sean Doolittle? (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)
Victor Martinez was held out of the Tigers' lineup as he continues to recover from soreness in his left side.
7. Seattle Mariners (48-40)Kyle Seager is one of baseball's most underrated players. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
Robinson Cano will start at second base for the American League All-Star team.
8. Washington Nationals (48-39)Another week, another Bryce Harper controversy. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Jayson Werth has been named the National League Player of the Week.
9. Baltimore Orioles (48-40)Zach Britton should probably make the All-Star team. (Photo by Brian Blanco/Getty Images)
Adam Jones will compete in the 2014 Gillette Home Run Derby.
10. San Francisco Giants (49-39)You have to wonder how aggressive Brian Sabean will be at the deadline. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
Hunter Pence and Madison Bumgarner were named to the roster of the National League All-Star team.
11. Toronto Blue Jays (47-43)Dioner Navarro has been an upgrade over J.P. Arencibia. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
Edwin Encarnacion is on the 15-day disabled list with a right quadriceps strain.
12. Pittsburgh Pirates (47-41)Josh Harrison has been a spark plug for the Pirates. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Francisco Liriano will be back in the rotation this weekend.
13. St. Louis Cardinals (47-41)Pat Neshek has been super effective. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
Jaime Garcia is out with what was considered a shoulder problem, and is now set for season ending surgery.
14. Kansas City Royals (45-42)Surprise, surprise. Jason Vargas with another solid start. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)
James Shields racked up 10 strikeouts for a 6-0 win over the Rays.
15. Cincinnati Reds (45-42)Billy Hamilton has recovered from a dreadful start. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Joey Votto went back on the 15-day disabled list with an injury to his left quadriceps muscle.
16. New York Yankees (44-43)Brandon McCarthy is better than his numbers suggest. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Yankees on Sunday designated veteran Alfonso Soriano for assignment and promoted right-hander Bruce Billings from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
17. Miami Marlins (43-45)Henderson Alvarez doesn't strike out a lot of batters, but his ERA might be shiny enough to get him a trip to the All-Star Game. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)
Giancarlo Stanton was named to the National League roster for the Home Run Derby.
18. Cleveland Indians (43-44)Scott Atchison isn't flashy. He has been effective, however. (Photo by David Maxwell/Getty Images)
Cleveland placed Justin Masterson on the 15-day disabled list with inflammation in his knee.
19. Tampa Bay Rays (41-50)The Rays' recent winning ways could impact their deadline plans. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)
Erik Bedard was moved to the bullpen to make room for Jeremy Hellickson.
20. Chicago White Sox (42-47)You wonder if Adam Dunn will catch the eye of a contending team wanting some added thump. (Photo by Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
Chris Sale holds the early American League lead at the first voting update in Final Vote balloting.
21. Boston Red Sox (39-49)Mookie Betts' first home run? A shot over the monster, of course. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)
Shane Victorino will not return to the Red Sox lineup before the All-Star break and the start of his rehab assignment will be pushed back.
22. Minnesota Twins (39-48)After a two-month absence, top prospect Byron Buxton is back on the field" then it would be correct. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Twins placed Ricky Nolasco on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right elbow.
23. New York Mets (39-49)Expect Daniel Murphy's name to surface in trade rumors. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Mets placed left-handed pitcher Jonathon Niese on the 15-Day disabled list with a left shoulder strain.
24. San Diego Padres (39-49)Seth Smith signed the same deal David Murphy did last winter. Both were about right. (Photo by Denis Poroy/Getty Images)
Tyson Ross, who was selected to his first National League All-Star team, will not play in the All-Star Game.
25. Texas Rangers (38-50)The Rangers have been so robbed by injuries that Carlos Pena batted third this week. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
Yu Darvish was hit in the head Tuesday during batting practice while he was playing catch in the outfield.
26. Philadelphia Phillies (37-51)Marlon Byrd is having another good year. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Cliff Lee will not rejoin the Phillies' rotation until after the All-Star break.
27. Colorado Rockies (37-52)LaTroy Hawkins continues to be more effective than his strikeout rate would indicate. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
Troy Tulowitzki and outfielder Charlie Blackmon will represent the Rockies at this year's All-Star Game.
28. Chicago Cubs (38-48)Addison Russell might be the best prospect traded this summer. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Anthony Rizzo is one of five players up for the 2014 All-Star Game Final Vote, competing for a spot on the National League team.
29. Arizona Diamondbacks (37-53)Chase Anderson has to qualify as a pleasant surprise, even with the home-run rate. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
Bronson Arroyo will need season-ending Tommy John surgery to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament.
30. Houston Astros (36-54)Domingo Santana is a big feller with huge raw power and major concerns about his ability to make contact. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)
Astros have placed outfielder Alex Presley on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right oblique.
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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