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Week in Review Sept. 3-9

Labor Day, high school sports and regional arena talks.

Sept. 3

In a fast paced offensive game, Jesuit's defense proved to be the deciding factor in the end against neighborhood rival Rio Americano as the .

Monday

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When the Labor Day holiday began is well documented. Who first suggested the holiday isn't as clear cut. The Labor Day holiday was first proposed in 1882, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's website. Find out more on the holiday .

Tuesday

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A man suspected of assuming the identity of a Texas man in 1989 died in a Carmichael nursing home in May, and Sacramento County .

Also, the Rio Americano team is hoping to make it a decade of excellence in Division II of the Sac-Joaquin Section with the goal of a 10th consecutive title this fall.

Wednesday

One of the men said to have preyed on local homeowners threatened with foreclosure was as part of a plea agreement reached with the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, the office announced.

Also, the Mira Loma team is looking for a new beginning this year after finishing winless in league play last season.

Thursday

Think Big Sacramento officials and area elected officials on Thursday unveiled a report that suggests a for the proposed regional entertainment and sports complex in downtown Sacramento.

Also, , 19, is an American River College graduate and state champion who now attends California State University, Stanislaus on an athletic scholarship in track and field.

And Gov. Jerry Brown last week signed a piece of legislation inspired by disgraced real estate magnate . deals with a discrepancy in current law that prevents prosecution of individuals for creating illegal recordings if those recordings are three years or older.

Also, the varsity football team was hoping to build upon a win last week but had only a few days to to prepare for a Thursday matchup against Highlands. In a game that was sloppy on both sides, with fumbles and missed point-after attempts, the .

Friday

Sacramento County Supervisors agreed on a that would leave Carmichael alone while bringing significant change for a number of area communities, including Fair Oaks.

Also, a Carmichael for being in a car with a loaded handgun, Sacramento County court and sheriff’s department records reveal.

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