Really appreciate the journalism of this paper, but the customer service has been a particularly…read morenegative experience. To start, I didn't realize that I had to actively cancel my subscription in order to stop services. I was getting several email reminders to "renew or else my subscription would end on Aug. 2, 2021." I ignored the emails, assuming that my service would stop if I didn't take action, as stated in the subject line and body of the email. What I didn't realize is that my subscription would automatically renew "for my convenience" - I needed to take additional steps to opt out. I only learned this information when I went back to review old reminder emails and saw that this was at the bottom in tiny, grey print. My fault for not reading the fine print, but disappointing to learn that the Bee was not clear on this policy. I finally managed to cancel my subscription, and recently received a phone call stating that about $50 was due for the additional service that will occur between my "previous subscription end date" (Aug 2, 2021) and my future end date (confirmed with cancellation). I did not feel comfortable giving out my credit card information over the phone, and asked if I could pay online. The individual confirmed that I could, but I have had a difficult time navigating the portal and don't see an option to pay what is past due online. I only see an option to pay for a future subscription, which I do not want! I am now in the process of trying to get assistance with paying my bill, but I have not been able to get through to anyone via phone, email, or Facebook, despite reaching out for several days. I don't know if the Bee is short staffed, but it's been an incredibly frustrating experience trying to cancel my subscription. In my opinion, it should not be this complicated or difficult. I also think the Bee needs to be more transparent on subscription cancellation policies. I get that it's business, but the lack of clarity was upsetting to learn. I'm sorry to give the Bee such a sad rating. I appreciate the journalists and have enjoyed reading the articles, but the cost and effort I've had to put into the subscription process has been disappointing.

Beware of the subscriptions here, even after you stop paying they will continue the subscription…read morecharges and create an outstanding balance that is significantly higher than you would expect. It's also very difficult to cancel a subscription, the website is bugged and doesn't work properly, they force you into a phone call, where they attempt to make you pay a balance you never agreed too in the first place. They will eventually send this outstanding balance to collections to further profit off of you. Very shady business tactics and disgraceful for a news paper outlet. My family has been reading the Bee since we moved to Sacramento back in the early 60's, it's always been a reputable name. Well, not anymore. The companies been sold and the customer care is non existent. There's a reason they're going out of business and the reason is self afflicted greed, desperation and dishonesty from a failing company.

Sac Gazette always handles my dba filings for Sacramento City Mortgage and our realty companies…read more They are always professional, reasonable on pricing and publish right away. Thanks for being so great for us!

I mailed them my application and checks, but received no response for about a week. After I…read morecontacted them by email, they processed my application to publish the notice. Almost immediately afterward, I began receiving unsolicited calls from various people offering services for my business-from printing business cards to providing office security-as well as other spam calls.

This is a freebie color 'zine distributed at all sorts of places in the Midtown/Downtown area. I…read morefirst spotted a stack sitting outside of a place in Old Sacramento and was amazed at how much cool local stuff they had in it. They cover the live music scene, art culture and events, and other random goings-on within Sac. There's also at least one featured review of a local dining establishment and a decent dining directory (although small). This is a must for any gridster. And it's free. Coolishness.

In any undertaking, there are two things that need to be considered: the goodness of the plan and…read morethe facility of the execution. This is a 5 star idea and a 3 star execution. I love the idea of knowing what is going on inside the grid. People consistently complain that there is "nothing to do" in Sacramento--indeed, a recent discussion thread bears witness to this complaint in the most immediate way. So, let's give credit where credit is due. MM does a rather good job disseminating this information. It has its collective ear to the ground and, unlike SNR or other local periodicals, does considerably more than repeat what you've already heard elsewhere. I inevitably learn something--and something interesting--about Sac every time I read MM, and you can't say that about very many freebies. On to the facility of the execution... MM is in its infancy, so some bumps in the road are expected. The initial issues were loaded with copy editing snafus, and one found grammatical errors of all stripes (misplaced apostrophes, misused pronouns, misspelled words). Recent issues are, however, much improved in this regard. I still find that the writing still lacks the verve and edginess that the substance of the magazine begs for, but the gap here is closing, too. Form has not quite caught up with content, at least not yet, but every issue is better than the last. I'm very pleased to see all these improvements--careless writing is evidence of careless thinking, and MM has done a nice job tightening up both. I continue to be mildly disappointed with the reviews and editorial content, but find these recently improved as well. MM does a very good job telling us going on, but could, I think, do a better job telling us why we should care. There seems to be an unwillingness to take the sledgehammer to anyone, and there are places that richly deserve a harsh treatment. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but it is hard to know exactly why that is. Is it because the reviewers only review good things, because they are afraid to criticize neighboring businesses, or because they are unable to distinguish good from bad? In short, I don't know. I hope, however, that MM joins to its decidedly self-congratulatory air the discernment and critical sniffishness that would justify it. I am a long way from thinking that a good critic hates everything, but he has to hate something, and to explain himself in an ingratiating way. All I want to see is more critical animus, expressed a bit more felicitously.

Cannot say enough good things about Uptown Studios and owner, Tina Reynolds!…read more I've used this crew for all of my graphic design needs for over 10 years. They've designed logos, brochures, websites, newsletters, provided professional photography services, etc. Plus they took on a personal non-work related project of designing my husband's 50th birthday invitation and did a fabulous job! The gang has a professional attitude, get jobs done on time and never seemed annoyed at all my 'suggestions'. Plus their level of creativity, enthusiasm and imagination is bar none - the best in Sac town!

From the owner: Uptown Studios specializes in website design, brand development, marketing, graphic design, video…read moreproduction, social media training and management, and print management. Uptown Studios is the place to come when you need a little excitement in your creative department.

I've been a paying subscriber since April 2024 when I moved to Roseville after 54 years in Sonoma…read morecounty. I subscribed to SacTown to learn the inside information about the Sac metro area. After a few experiences of eating atac the editorial reviews of restaurants and several businesses I'm sort'a done with the magazine. The whole magazine is obviously a pay to play publication. Read any issue with the glowing reviews of a restaurant. Pull the restaurant up on Yelp and learn the truth that the restaurant barely averages 3.5 stars. That's been my constant experience with 5 recommendations. Then there's the overall magazine content. 90% of the magazine is slick advertisements both big and small. This publication should be free. It's just a chamber of commerce purely capitalistic printing that should be in airport free kiosks and hotel lobbies.

Sactown Magazine is one of the best local resources for when you're trying to get a feel about our…read moregreat city. Like many magazines, there is a fair amount of advertising, but the in-depth pieces (which are thoroughly researched and some of the best journalism in the region) are second-to-none and really reflect a passion and pride for Sacramento. I recently learned that Sactown has a much wider circulation now than Sacramento Magazine. I think this comes down to a number of factors. 1) Their graphics department is top-notch and does a consistently good job of assembling colorful and catchy cover designs to pull you in. 2) They have a finger on the pulse of stories that are current and important to their readers. I read their wonderful piece recently on the new owner of the Kings, as well as editorials on saving and preserving landmarks and the farm-to-fork movement. All are representative of what's important to Sacramento now, and the readers appreciate that. I took advantage of one of their many deals and my yearly subscription costs next to nothing. To get even one quality article on local happenings each month is well-worth the cost.

To echo other reviewers here, this company is a scam. Or to quote Admiral Ackbar from Star Wars,…read more"It's a trap!" Well, I got creative a review, thanks to this scammy company: Ah, "University Sports Publications," the lighthouse of unsolicited calls. Envision a company with such a dedication to bothering people, it's almost as if they've turned it into their very raison d'être. With the allure of a carnival barker and the relentlessness of a never-ending loop, they reach out under the pretense of representing everyone from esteemed educational institutions to government bodies. A veritable symphony of deception. On a perpetual quest for the "business owner," they spin yarns of opportunities and partnerships with all the inventiveness of a seasoned storyteller. Their commitment to the scam is, in a bizarre way, almost praiseworthy. The collective reviews here form a unified choir of the deceived and disturbed, highlighting University Sports Publications' exceptional skill in uniting individuals--against them. And if lawsuits are tales, then this company's storybook is rich with chapters of legal adventures and questionable business ethics. A quick search online reveals a treasure trove of lawsuits and warnings about their practices. So, should their number ever appear on your caller ID, prepare yourself. You're about to be offered a prime opportunity to test the limits of your patience. University Sports Publications: pioneers in the field of frustration. Before picking up, it might be wise to do a little digging into their colorful history of legal entanglements and business misadventures. Engage at your own peril, or perhaps find peace in the blissful act of hitting "ignore."

Just received a call from this company stating they were from Cal Trans, so nw that I know they are…read moretrying to scam customers they will never get our business

MGW is an excellent source for local GLBT news. It mainly focuses on Sacramento, unlike some of the…read morebigger rags. And you're much more likely to see someone you recognize within it's pages.

I love this newspaper! It's got REAL stories, it represents all of our community, tons of pictures…read moreand really feels like a community paper by people that live in, and support, our community. Big, big thumbs up!

Great magazine for the Vietnamese community. I went here to help my parents list rentals we have in…read moreSacramento. The manager here is very friendly and kind. Makes our job easier to find good renters. I've seen this magazine weekly in our household, its a great way to find local businesses and Asian owned places-(i.e. restaurants, doctors, dentist, car autoshops)

I loved Alive and Kicking, even though I never went to the Cattle Club and never listened to the…read moremusic of the bands he interviewed. His interviews were so funny and innovative. He would interview them while bowling, or while watching a drive-in movie ("Drinkin' and Drive-In"). My favorite was when he interviewed a band while they first went to Home Depot to buy a ceiling fan, and then installed the fan. It's rather like Car Talk, which I loved even though I have little interest in cars.

From the owner: First published in 1991, Alive & Kicking is Sacramento's local music publication. It is a great…read moresource of information on upcoming shows as well as a connection to all things music related in the Sacramento region. Find out who the hot new bands are, or what's going on in all the live music venues, or where the best studios are. And above all, it's funny! It is truly a music publication like no other.