07.28.2023

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52º | Partly cloudy | 7% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:23 a.m. | Sunset 5:01 p.m.

It ain’t over ‘til it’s over

New investment group emerges in renewed MLS bid for Republic FC

A soccer player advances onto the pitch in a crowded stadium.

One word: indomitable | Photo via Sacramento Republic FC

Let’s do this one more time — Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg confirmed that the wheels have begun to spin again on an MLS bid for Republic FC, following a Sacramento Bee report that the club has a new investor eyeing the team.

As you may recall, Republic FC was selected to be the 29th MLS team in 2019 — but lead investor Ron Burkle pulled out of the deal in 2021 over pandemic-related business concerns.

At a press conference yesterday, Mayor Steinberg confirmed the Sac Bee’s report that another MLS bid is in the works. Belinda Stronach — an investor and former member of the House of Commons of Canada — and her company, The Stronach Group, have been in discussion with city officials and the Downtown Railyards Venture (the proposed location for Republic’s MLS stadium) for over a year.

“We will never give up, because Sacramento deserves Major League Soccer,” Steinberg told reporters.

San Diego was recently selected as the 30th city to host an MLS team, with an expected 2025 start date. While no timeline was given for when the City of Trees may join the league, Mayor Steinberg was optimistic about what the near future holds.

“This will be done by the time I leave office, one way or another, no question.”

Events

Friday, July 28

Author Event: JaNay Brown-Wood | Friday, July 28 | 1-2 p.m. | Capital Books, 1011 K St., Sacramento | Free | Celebrate and discuss the release of Brown-Wood’s latest book in her “Where in the Garden?” series.
Tap Takeover | Friday, July 28 | 4-7 p.m. | Tipsy Putt, 630 K St., Ste. 120, Sacramento | $29 | Enjoy unlimited golf and sip brews from At Ease Brewing Company.

Saturday, July 29

Styx | Saturday, July 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Thunder Valley Casino, 1200 Athens Ave., Lincoln | $54.95 | A gathering of angels appeared above my head. They sang to me their song of hope, and this is what they said. They said, “I f’ing love Styx.”

Sunday, July 30

Seekers of the Strange | Sunday, July 30 | 7 p.m. | Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts, 2700 Capitol Ave., Sacramento | $5 | Live roleplay in the vein of Dungeons and Dragons takes the stage in this supernatural interactive mystery show.

Wednesday, Aug. 2

Luke Null | Wednesday, Aug. 2 | 8 p.m. | Punch Line, 2100 Arden Way, Ste. 225, Sacramento | $25.25 | Don’t miss stand-up comedy from SNL Season 43 alum Luke Null, performing in Sacramento for one night only.*

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Award

Roseville’s The Monk’s Cellar was recently named Brewery of the Year at the California State Fair. The company was also honored with gold medals in the Specialty Saison and Classic Saison categories, as well as a silver medal in the Dark European Lager category. (FOX40)

Biz

Capital Public Radio — Sacramento’s National Public Radio member — is moving. The station is leaving its current building on the Sac State campus for a new, 30,000-sqft studio and office space at 730 I St. — which features an event space that can be rented out. (Sac Biz Journal)

Trending

The Sacramento Zoo’s family has gotten a tiny bit bigger. The zoo’s capybaras — Chigüiro and Anna-Leroy — welcomed a new pup earlier this week. Zoo officials say both mom and baby are doing well, and guests are welcome to visit the whole family during the day. (KCRA 3)

Job

City officials are hiring full-time positions aimed at addressing sustainability, transportation, and climate issues. New hires will be placed in one of three city departments and must have at least a two-year associates degree. Learn more and apply. (Sacramento City Express)

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Eat

Sacramento through the eyes of an herbivore

Vegan and vegetarian eats in Sacramento

Plant yourself in a chair and chow down. | Photo via Veg Cafe

Planning a meat-free day? We’ve got the perfect itinerary:

Pure Soul Plant Based Eats, 6415 Elvas Ave. | Looking for vegan comfort food? you’ve come to the right place. Try this: Beyond taco, Caribbean comfort bowl + strawberry lemonade.
Plant Power Fast Food, 1100 R St. | Quick eats like burgers and wraps are the stars of this vegan fast food joint’s menu.
Vegan Plate, 1821 Douglas Blvd., Ste. C-5, Roseville | Hosting friends or family? Snag a party platter that feeds 8-12 people.
Andy Nguyen’s Vegetarian Restaurant, 2007 Broadway | Authentic Vietnamese cuisine takes center stage at this eatery. Try this: lemongrass garlic tofu square, inner peace + green matcha tea.

What did we miss? If you know a restaurant that’s not on the list, let us know.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

With this year’s final Concerts in the Park performance happening this evening, it really feels like summer is officially over. Womp-womp.

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