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Kings Launch ‘Los Kings’ Platform

Oct 07, 2025 02:59PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

Sacramento Kings Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

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Homegrown Defender to Join U.S. Men's National Team Training Camp

Oct 07, 2025 02:50PM ● By Sac Republic FC News Release

Chibi Ukaegbu’s Third Call Up in 2025, Second in the Last Two Months

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Lawrence Butler Medical Update

Oct 07, 2025 02:33PM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Outfielder Successful Surgery, Undergoing Rehabilitation

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Whisenhunt Named PCL Pitcher of the Year, All-Star

Oct 07, 2025 02:16PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Also Named Was Right-Hander Carson Seymour

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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SacRT Launches Transit Connect

Oct 07, 2025 11:28AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) recently launched the Transit Connect app, a new regional fare payment system that gives riders a faster, easier and more flexible way to pay for transit.

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Club Studio Fitness Celebrates First Anniversary

Sep 30, 2025 01:19PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The main lobby of Club Studio Fitness, a cutting-edge fitness training club in the Sunrise Village Shopping Center was bustling Saturday morning, Sept. 27, during its first anniversary.

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Galaxy Game Café Named Small Business of the Month

Sep 30, 2025 12:52PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Melisa and Robert Roden, Galaxy Game Café has quickly become a vibrant community hub in Citrus Heights, providing a space for connection, creativity and fun.

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Grants Available to Protect Waterways

Sep 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering grants of up to $2,500 to support school and community projects that help protect or improve creeks and rivers in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County.

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Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season

Sep 30, 2025 11:56AM ● By Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra News Release

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra announced its milestone 30th season of choral-orchestral excellence, promising audiences an unforgettable lineup of concerts, world-class soloists and a journey through powerful repertoire.

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River Cats Season Ends in 4-2 Defeat

Sep 30, 2025 10:11AM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Two Runs in Third Courtesy of Luis Matos and Jesus Rodriguez

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Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

Sep 30, 2025 10:03AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation.

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Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

Sep 30, 2025 10:02AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

Sep 23, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

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Karl Bly is a Sacramento native and kayaker who runs a local popular Facebook page called American River Lost & Found.

Lost, Found and Returned

Sep 23, 2025 03:14PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Kayaker behind ‘American River Lost & Found’

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Popular “Bubble Bash” Returns to Birdcage

Sep 23, 2025 02:50PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Bubble Bash returned to the Marketplace at Birdcage in the art block, directly behind Jamba Juice on Saturday, Sept. 13, drawing hundreds eager to enjoy a sunny morning full of frothy, foamy fun.

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Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Persistent Stomach Problems

Sep 23, 2025 02:23PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers.

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Another Tuleyome Tale!

Sep 23, 2025 02:09PM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Getting Up Close and Personal with Alkali Milkvetch

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Mancini’s Sleepworld Celebrates Citrus Heights Grand Opening

Sep 23, 2025 01:51PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Recently, Bay Area-based Mancini’s Sleepworld’s CEO Brett Snyder proudly took scissors to cut a celebratory ribbon celebrating the official grand opening of the company’s newest store in the Sacramento region in the Citrus Town Center in Citrus Heights.

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Citrus Heights ACCESS luncheon keynote speaker Police Chief Alex Turcotte (left) smiles next to Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sherri Merick.

‘There Is No ‘They,’ There’s Only ‘We’

Sep 23, 2025 01:35PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Chamber Hosts Luncheon with Police Chief on Crime and Community

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San Juan Education Foundation Names STARS Hall of Fame Honorees

Sep 23, 2025 11:37AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

The San Juan Education Foundation honors exceptional San Juan Unified School District alumni at the annual “An Evening with the STARS” gala on Oct. 10.

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Annual Brain Health Forum Open to Everyone

Sep 17, 2025 08:50AM ● By Kevin Ruse

If someone you love has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you know how hard it can be to navigate daily life, let alone think about long-term plans.

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Restored No. 9 Steam Locomotive is on display for a limited time at the California State Railroad Museum

Restored Locomotive on Display in Historic Roundhouse

Sep 16, 2025 11:15AM ● By California State Railroad Museum News Release

In partnership with Friends of No. 9, the California State Railroad Museum is excited to announce the beautifully restored No. 9 steam locomotive and companion exhibit are now on display inside the museum’s historic Roundhouse.

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Michelle Camba was the general manager of the Underground Clothing Connection

Clothing Connection Leaves Legacy

Sep 15, 2025 06:06PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Underground Clothing Connection (UCC), a clothing store for students and their families in need, formerly located in Sunrise Mall, closed July 11, leaving Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) leadership deciding what to do with remaining inventory and determine its future.

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A day of festivities will celebrate the 65th Mira Loma High School anniversary

Mira Loma 65th Reunion Set

Sep 15, 2025 05:42PM ● By Mira Loma Alumni and Friends Association

A classic car show, cheerleader routines and band performances are among nostalgic attractions planned for Mira Loma High School’s 65th anniversary celebrations on Saturday, Sept. 27.

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San Juan Unified to Kick Off College Week

Sep 15, 2025 11:50AM ● By MPG Staff

College application season has begun and San Juan Unified District will host a variety of opportunities from Sept. 18 to Sept. 26 to help students explore educational options and prepare for post-secondary success.

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UC Davis Basketball Season Tickets on Sale

Sep 15, 2025 11:34AM ● By UC Davis News Release

With just under two months from opening tip, University of California, Davis basketball season tickets are now on sale, allowing Aggie fans to catch the action in the University Credit Union Center all winter long.

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State Water Board to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Updates to the Bay-Delta Plan

Sep 12, 2025 10:05AM ● By California Water Boards News Release

As part of the process required to update and implement the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Water Quality Control Plan (Bay-Delta Plan), the State Water Resources Control Board will begin a two-day public hearing on Sept. 25 and 26.

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Each participant received a custom wellness bag filled with items to support their journey—leashes, training treats, journals, essential oils, and stress-reduction tools tailored for veterans

Healing Together

Sep 09, 2025 03:20PM ● By Stars and Stripes Dog Rescue News Release

Battle Buddy Program Transforms Lives

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Folsom Councilmember YeduKondalu “YK” Chalamcherla presents Stuart McIntyre with candy and a bottle of wine.

One Hundred Years Young

Sep 09, 2025 02:04PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

Marine Stuart McIntyre Celebrates His Birthday Among Friends

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Gianna Singh captured the golf Women’s Championship title

Singh Wins 2025 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship

Sep 09, 2025 01:07PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 2025 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship ran from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31 at Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course.

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Seated are four of the six American River College scholarship award recipients,

Retired Teachers Award Local Students

Sep 09, 2025 12:59PM ● By Don Houser

In June, a total of six American River College (ARC) students each received a $2,000 scholarship from the Retired Teachers Scholarship Foundation, Inc. (RTSF) of the Sacramento Northeast Division 75 of the California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA).

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annual Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit

Awareness and Accountability at Annual Fentanyl Summit

Sep 09, 2025 12:51PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Hundreds gathered from the Greater Sacramento Area for the annual Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit at the Citrus Heights Event Center on Sept. 4, featuring resources and discussion panels regarding harm reduction, enforcement efforts, prevention and treatment.

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Constitution Day in the Park

Sep 03, 2025 03:10PM ● By Sacramento Constitution Discussion Group News Release

Constitution Discussion Groups (CDGs) of Sacramento, Placer and El Dorado counties are delighted to announce their upcoming Constitution Day Celebration on Sept. 21.

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