special promotional section
Contents
WELCOME
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The cities of Lincoln , Rocklin and Roseville — collectively known as Placer Valley — in partnership with Placer County , welcome employers and residents for economic opportunity and a high quality of life .
RECREATION CREATION
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More than just a place for leisure , parks and facilities are being used for greater economic development and giving residents a higher quality of life in Lincoln , Rocklin and Roseville .
by Steve Martarano
MAKING IT WORK
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Employers are finding fewer hurdles and more employees in Lincoln , Rocklin and Roseville .
by Graham Womack
LEARNING A LOT
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School district foundations increase program opportunities for public education in Placer Valley .
by Christina Kiefer
BY THE NUMBERS
Placer Valley statistics and figures .
DEVELOPING HIGHER EDUCATION
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Placer County plans to add a Sacramento State satellite campus to its university roster .
by Christina Kiefer
POWERING A REGION
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City-owned electric utility in Roseville and community choice aggregation in Lincoln and Rocklin bring lower rates to Placer Valley .
by Bill Sessa
LIQUID GOLD
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Placer Valley is home to awardwinning craft beer breweries — and goat yoga .
by Jennifer Fergesen
CALENDAR
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Upcoming events in Placer Valley .
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