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‘Revolutionary community’ goes under the microscope Village Life photo by Noel Stack
The Kennedys’ garden is one of many on the upcoming Gardens of the Hills tour hosted by the Assistance League of Sierra Foothills.
Garden tour ready to inspire Noel Stack Editor Jeff Kennedy loves Japanese maples, and he can tell you the name of every one growing in his impressive garden nursery in Placerville. From vibrant reds to enchanting greens, broad to tiny leaves, tall or bonsai, these trees are stunning.
Guests will have a chance to admire Jeff’s efforts and might even take a tree home during this year’s Assistance League of Sierra Foothills Gardens of the Hills Tour June 1 & 2. Calling the trees his “retirement plan,” Jeff, who shares the home and property with wife Vicki, said
Eric Jaramishain Staff writer The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors and the public recently got a chance to learn more details and give feedback on a proposed project the developers say will be dedicated to helping people live longer and healthier lives. In a collaborative effort between UC Davis Health and its researchers, and AKT Investments, the two parties are planning and designing the Community for Health and Independence. The project is geared toward housing older adults and those with disabilities on roughly 2,800 acres of land owned by developer Angelo Tsakopoulos, founder of AKT, which would include half in
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Oak Ridge girls lacrosse captures section title Malachi Parker Staff writer The Oak Ridge High School varsity girls lacrosse team secured a Sac-Joaquin Division I section title Saturday, May 4, after a display of dominance throughout the season. The Trojans went 20-2 overall and unblemished in league play on their way to being the top-seeded team going into the playoffs. A high-powered offense led the way as the team averaged 15 goals per game in the post-season. Oak Ridge defeated Woodcreek 22-1 and Del Oro 15-3 in the first two
rounds of the playoffs and then defeated second-seeded St. Francis in the section championship game, 8-6. The point differential between the Trojans and their opponents over the season was +221, as they scored 342 goals and allowed only 121. Their offense was spearheaded by senior attacker and Alabama commit Ella Rutherford. “We have players who can score and a dedicated group from top to bottom,” head coach Chris Gehrke said. “Our defense played a significant role because ■ See LACROSSE, page A8
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The Oak Ridge girls lacrosse team stands with their section championship banner after an 8-6 win over St. Francis on May 4.
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Offering Catholic education for grades TK-8th. All are Welcome! Contact us for more information and to schedule a private tour today. (530) 677-3591 • 3115 Tierra de Dios Dr., El Dorado Hills For registration information, visit our website: holytrinityschool.net