Elk Grove CityCast

The Season of Sparkle and Civic Bustle

Elk Grove CityCast

Show Notes

The holidays are here and Elk Grove is bustling with celebration and progress. In this episode, we spotlight beloved seasonal traditions—from the Illumination Holiday Festival and the Santa and Sirens parades and the timeless charm of the Old-Fashioned Christmas. We also share significant civic milestones including the opening of the Adamstown House, offering new supportive housing for vulnerable seniors in our community. You’ll hear about planned utility and streetscape improvements in Old T...

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