(FOX40.COM) — Gov. Gavin Newsom and First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom announced the launch of celebrating California’s 175th year of statehood on Thursday. •Video above: How did California get its name?
Newsom said this is an effort to commemorate the rich and full history of the Golden State — its people, its progress, and its promise.
Newsom said in a statement that he invites Californians across all regions and backgrounds to take part in honoring the milestone. The celebrations are set to happen across the state on Sept. 9 to mark 175 years since California joined the union on September 9, 1850…