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Ben Ali Shrine Band to Present Free Concert Nov. 11

Nov 05, 2024 05:20PM ● By Linda Glover

The Ben Ali Shrine Band will perform a free, one-hour, open to the public concert at noon Monday, Nov. 11, at the Veterans Community Center, 6921 Sylvan Road in Citrus Heights.

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Veterans Day: A Tribute to Our Heroes and Their Families

Nov 05, 2024 04:56PM ● By Jim Monteton

On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, American Legion Post 637 will hold its annual Veteran’s Day ceremony at 11 a.m. at Sylvan Cemetery, 7401 Auburn Blvd. in Citrus Heights.

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Orangevale Women Uncover Long Lost Photos of Veterans

Nov 05, 2024 01:28PM ● By Annie Kerr

Sacramento area residents might remember the Veteran’s Wall at the former Hometown Buffet on Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights.

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Council Approves Agreement for Permanent Veterans Memorial

Oct 29, 2024 05:51PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Citrus Heights City Council’s Oct. 23 meeting, councilmembers held the final public hearing for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program allocations for 2025.

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Battle of the Bands and BBQ Raises $14K

Oct 01, 2024 03:28PM ● By Elise Spleiss

On Sept. 14, the Citrus Heights American Legion Post 637 raised a total of $14,000 at its 10th Battle of the Bands and BBQ event for its Vets Helping Vets Fund. This fund helps veterans and their families during times of need throughout the year.

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Veterans Community Center Holds Fourth Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser

Sep 12, 2024 09:58AM ● By Elise Spleiss

Guests at the annual Luau fundraiser at the Veterans Community Center on Sylvan Road on Aug. 24 experienced a traditional Hawaiian afternoon in more ways than one.

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Battle of the Bands Helps Veterans

Sep 05, 2024 10:27AM ● By Elise Spleiss

The historic Rusch Home and Gardens in Citrus Heights is the site for the Sept. 14 annual Battle of the Bands and BBQs event to raise funds to assist American Legion Post 637

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VSP Vision Joins Forces with Troopathon on 7th Annual Packathon to Commemorate 9/11 and Support Deployed Troops

Sep 04, 2024 11:27AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon is proud to announce its 7th Annual Packathon, a significant event dedicated to commemorating the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, and honoring the sacrifices made by the brave members of the U.S. Armed Forces. This year, VSP Vision™ is stepping up as the event’s official sponsor, bringing a meaningful contribution to this cause.

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Home Depot Revamps Veterans Home

Aug 27, 2024 10:34AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

In a heartfelt display of community spirit, Home Depot has completed a significant renovation project for David Marcucci, a local veteran whose home in Carmichael was in dire need of repair

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Vietnam Veteran Paints a Canvas of Healing

Aug 27, 2024 09:21AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Artist John Nesbitt, 80, a Citrus Heights resident, shared an exhibition of his oil paintings at ArtBeat, a music, arts and cultural event in the MarketPlace at Birdcage this past spring.

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Veterans Community Center to Hold Annual Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser

Aug 14, 2024 10:43AM ● By Elise Spleiss

The fourth annual Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser returns to the Citrus Heights Veterans Community Center on Aug. 24.

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Local WWII Veteran to Celebrate 100th Birthday

Aug 07, 2024 09:08AM ● By Annie Kerr

It’s not every day that a figure in the community turns 100 years old, let alone a World War II veteran.

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Hire a Veteran Day a Big Success

Aug 02, 2024 09:46AM ● By Ornella Rossi

PRIDE Industries celebrated National Hire a Veteran Day on July 25, with a special recruiting event at their Career Hub, located at 7011 Sylvan Road

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Non Commissioned Officers Association

Jul 31, 2024 09:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), a military service organization established in 1960, plays a vital role in supporting members across all United States Armed Forces branches and their families from Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento area through programs and initiatives

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PRIDE Industries Hosts National Hire a Veteran Event

Jul 23, 2024 03:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi

PRIDE industries is gearing up to celebrate National Hire a Veteran Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 25, with a dedicated recruiting event at the PRIDE Industries Career Hub at 7011 Sylvan Road.

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California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

Jul 17, 2024 04:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics and community engagement

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Sacramento Native Serves Aboard USS George Washington

Jul 03, 2024 02:30PM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

Theresa K. Ulbera of Sacramento is Aboard the USS George Washington

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Cal Expo to Host Military, Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day

Jul 03, 2024 11:04AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Join Cal Expo on Wednesday, July 24

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Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

Jul 03, 2024 10:22AM ● By MPG Staff

The 18th Annual California Capital Airshow, Presented by Sacramento County in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Continuing 124-Year Tradition of Service Under the Sea

Jun 25, 2024 04:59PM ● By Ashley Craig, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Eckard, a Sacramento Native, is One of the Sailors Serving Aboard USS Henry M. Jackson

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Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser Brings Vets, Community Together

Jun 25, 2024 04:23PM ● By Elise Spleiss

Volunteers at the Citrus Heights Veterans Community Center on Sylvan Road Host Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

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Celebrate July 4 at Area Events

Jun 25, 2024 03:39PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Get Ready to Celebrate Independence Day with a Lineup of Exciting Events Across the Region

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Sacramento Native Competes for Team Navy in the 2024 Warrior Games

Jun 18, 2024 03:52PM ● By Alyssa Ross, Navy Installations Command

Sacramento Native Will Join More than 250 Seriously Wounded, Ill, and Injured Service Members and Veterans at the Department of Defense (DOD) Warrior Games Challenge

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Spaghetti Dinner Raises Funds for Veterans

Jun 18, 2024 02:50PM ● By Elise Spleiss

The Veterans Community Center’s Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Organizers on June 22 Promise an Evening of Delicious Food, Live Entertainment, and Community Spirit from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Citrus Heights Brings Back Stars and Stripes Celebration

Jun 11, 2024 03:29PM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

City of Citrus Heights is Excited to Bring Back the Stars and Stripes Celebration for its Second Year

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Sylvan Cemetery Memorial Day Service Honors Fallen Heroes

Jun 05, 2024 01:55PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

More than 100 Veterans, Families and Guests Arrive at Sylvan Cemetery gazebo on May 27 for Traditional Memorial Day Service

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Disabled Veteran Gets ‘Best Buddy’

May 29, 2024 02:46PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Former US Navy Electrician Dennis Deutscher (55) Recently Took Delivery of a Service-Puppy-in-Training, Golden Retriever Lily

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Alice Astafan Shares Her Story

May 23, 2024 10:33AM ● By Annie Kerr

Retired Major General Highlights Achievements (and Challenges) in New Memoir

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Honoring the Sacrifices of Fallen Heroes

May 17, 2024 09:25AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Memorial Day Ceremonies Help Community Remember

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California Capital Airshow Presents International Headliner

Apr 23, 2024 05:49PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Sacramento County's Mather Airport Hosts Italian Jet Team, Frecce Tricolori, in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova

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Rocker Loans Heart and Harley

Apr 09, 2024 01:04PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Tesla rock band vocalist Jeff Keith Takes a Ride for Charity

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Captain Joseph House Foundation Holds Event/Fundraiser

Feb 06, 2024 02:03PM ● By Captain Joseph House Foundation News Release

Informational Event/Fundraiser to Take Place at El Camino High School

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Remember, Honor and Teach

Dec 21, 2023 10:30AM ● By Elise Spleiss

Wreaths Across America Honors Fallen at Mt Vernon Memorial

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