Stories written by jspencerJimmy Spencer has extensive experience in journalism and new media. As the founding editor of SacMidtown.com, Spencer combines his writing, reporting and editing skills to produce a "pretty good site about midtown."
During the day, Spencer covers government and also covers the NBA. At night, he watches T.V. and plays on the Internet. Every now and then, he walks around his midtown neighborhood.
Spencer began his professional journalism career with The Sacramento Bee, finishing his tenure with the McClatchy-owned newspaper in the new media department.
Spencer moved to Connecticut where he continued his growth in new media as a writer/content producer for NBC Sports. Spencer also worked in media relations with the Sacramento River Cats, Minor League Baseball Triple-A affiliate of the Oakland A’s.
Spencer graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from California State University, Sacramento where he served as Editor-in-Chief of The State Hornet campus newspaper.
Spencer was raised in Marin County and currently lives in Sacramento, Calif. Spencer works in the community as a high school basketball coach in the Sacramento area.

By Becky Larson, SacMidtown.com Now that the sun is finally out, Midtowners are looking for any excuse to get out and celebrate the first few days of summer sun. Some of you might be thinking the best way to enjoy the weather is a day out on the green. But imagine if there was a [...]

By Bethany Hill, SacMidtown.com Sandwiched between some of California’s greatest wine regions, Sacramento is the perfect place to live if you enjoy a nice glass of wine every now and again – or if you are wine obsessed like me. Not only do you have easy driving access to the ever-famous Napa and Sonoma wine [...]

By Becky Larson, SacMidtown.com Since the beginning of time, people have wanted to make a name for themselves. The goal has been to be part of the “movers and shakers” of society. To live in a place where everyone knows who you are and either wants to be you or at the very least be [...]

By Becky Larson, SacMidtown.com Mercy Me, The Q-Balls, Mumbo Gumbo and The Brody’s. If none of these names sound familiar I suggest you become more acquainted with the music scene Sacramento has to offer. In Midtown we’re fortunate to have Friday Night Concerts in the Park from May – August during the warm (well, typically [...]

By Becky Larson, SacMidtown.com It’s been said with age comes wisdom. I think in most aspects of life this saying can be found truthful. I feel wiser in my professional life now than I did when I first stepped into the workforce after college. I feel wiser about my financial choices and even most of [...]

By Megan Shippam, SacMidtown.com Make an impact and be a part of something big. On Saturday, May 21st, you could help a child reach his or her full potential while working on your own health and fitness at the same time! It’s a win-win for everyone. On Saturday, May 21st, my favorite gym, Elite Fitness [...]

By Becky Larson, SacMidtown.com As Midtowners our dedication to all things local is unwavering and we can’t get enough of our home-grown restaurants, shops, parks and pubs. Farmers’ markets are included in this list of local happenings that are often right up a Midtowner’s alley. Farmers’ markets and Midtown go together like Ben & Jerry, [...]

By Carlyn Spangler, SacMidtown.com Alone…a word many of us are scared of. The word “alone” can conjure up many feelings or images, such as peaceful, quiet, dark or cold. No one wants to go through life in solitude. We long for that partner to hold our hand through the darkness and lead us into the [...]

By Megan Shippam, SacMidtown.com The Search for the Perfect Portrait As my taste for art has evolved, I have begun to seek out the talented artists of Midtown in the search for the perfect portrait. During my search I came across the most beautiful, yet haunting piece I think I’ve laid eyes on. Awhile back, [...]

By Greg Hyatt, SacMidtown.com State officials overseeing cleanup of the downtown Sacramento railyards say locations where a new arena could be built are mostly cleaned up and safe for development, a signal that could be good news for Kings fans and others wanting to fast-track an arena project. Some additional environmental cleanup may be needed [...]