Dozens Of Aftershocks+ Schoolyear Mask Mandate+ Wrestling Phenom

Good morning, River City!

Welcome to the Sacramento Daily Patch Newsletter! This is where you will find all of the best news and events happening in Sacramento for Saturday July 10th, 2021!

First, today's weather: Stay inside and stay cool, Sacramento! High: 111 Low: 72.

Here are the top stories in Sacramento today:

1. At least 83 aftershocks have rumbled through the region since the magnitude 6.0 shaker hit the California/Nevada border on Thursday, including half a dozen that were magnitude 4.0 or higher. The initial quake was felt as far away as West Sacramento and Folsom. There is a 5% chance of one or more aftershocks that would be larger than the original quake, but it is very likely there will be more smaller quakes in the days to come. (ABC10)
2. Sacramento Fire responded to a blaze at Pro Audio on Franklin Blvd on Thursday night. When they arrived the flames had spread to a nearby home. Residents were inside when the fire erupted, but were unharmed. They will be displaced as the investigation unfolds. (ABC10)
3. Mask color will have to be part of the wardrobe consideration for schoolkids in Sacramento when they return to the classrooms. California has decided to keep the mask mandate in place, contrary to CDC recommendations. California public health leaders say they are keeping the mask guidance for schools in place to ensure all kids are treated equally. (CBS Sacramento)
4. This Elk Grove wrestler is making a name for herself by securing a spot on the team for the Pan Am Games! Skye Schneider is a 13-year-old powerhouse that has only been wresting for 2 1/2 years. Just six months after taking up the sport she won the California Triple Crown in Greco, Freestyle and Folkstyle and now she's representing Sacramento on the national stage! Way to go, Skye!
5. With billionaire moguls leaving the state and the loss of a congressional seat, it may seem like there is a mass exodus from California, but a recent study done by the University of California says that's not so. People still believe in the California Dream of prosperity and fun in the Golden State. And the perspective that dollars are no longer being invested here is just an illusion. California’s economy attracts as much venture capital as all other states combined. So, relax Sacramento. Take a load off and stay awhile! (CBS Sacramento)

Saturday's events in Sacramento

• Get outside before it gets too hot! And try an early morning herb walk and talk hosted by Soil Born Farms. You'll explore the properties of herbs that grow in the American River Ranch area of Sacramento. (8 am)
• Elk Fest at Moose Park sounds like a big game encounter, but it's actually a great community event in Elk Grove! It's a time for the community to come together and celebrate the richness and diversity that is Elk Grove. (11 am)
• Take some time out of your hot day for some cool jazz. Come join Jacob Swedlow's Science Experiment for an afternoon of avant-guard sounds and beyond modern jazz. (2 pm)
• Here's an improv idea that is clearly not something to take grandma to for her birthday... but it sounds hilarious! Check it out at The Comedy Spot. (7 pm)
• Come out to Old Sacramento to celebrate Columbian Independence Day! The celebration will take place at Brannan Manor Restaurant and will include music and a special Columbian menu. (8 pm)

Sacramento Patch Notebook

• Stay cool Sacramento! Here's a list of all of the cooling centers open this weekend.
• Are you a Nor Cal paddler, or have you been thinking of trying kayaking or SUP? This event is for you. PaddleSplash 2021 will take place on Lake Natoma from July 23-26 and include demos, clinics, yoga on the water, and 3 race options - 2, 5 and 8 miles.
• A big "thank you" to these officers that put their lives on the line to secure a Sacramento neighborhood on Wednesday (Instagram)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for another update. If you're liking these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Jeri Karges

About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...

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