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San Juan High School Class of 2026 Celebrates Graduation

Jun 09, 2026 09:35AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

The graduating class of 2026 at San Juan High School, wearing their bright red cap and gowns proudly walked down a length of the new running track of renovated McArthur Field in San Juan Stadium last Friday evening, to the opening music of “Pomp and Circumstance,” as family and friends looked on.

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City Opens Applications for Youth Advisory Commission

May 27, 2026 12:42PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The City of Citrus Heights is accepting applications through Friday, June 26 for a new Youth Advisory Commission.

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Citrus Heights Hosts 4th Annual ‘Tools of the Trade’

May 19, 2026 11:49AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

A young boy, holding a large steering wheel in both his small hands, his feet far from reaching the pedals, excitedly sat in the high cab of a Republic Services garbage collection truck.

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From Pop Flies to High Fives, the Park Goes Yard

Apr 28, 2026 11:30AM ● By Louie Sosa, Northridge Little League

Northridge Little League’s Family Fun Day and Hit-A-Thon Delivers Big Swings

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Explore Summer Learning Opportunities in San Juan Unified

Mar 30, 2026 05:18PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Students across San Juan Unified School District will have opportunities to learn, explore and stay engaged this summer through a variety of programs designed to support academic growth and hands-on experiences.

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Girl Scout Heart of Central California Celebrates National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, Highlighting How the Cookie Program Helps Girls Explore More Through Hands-On Entrepreneurship

Feb 20, 2026 08:53AM ● By Girl Scout Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) invites cookie lovers across the Sacramento, Stockton, and Modesto regions to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place Feb. 20 to 22.

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Preschoolers Get VIP Tour of Antelope Branch for 10th Straight Year

Feb 17, 2026 08:50AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Young learners get a hands-on lesson in how money works

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‘Love Your Life’ this Valentine's Day with Single Mom Strong

Feb 06, 2026 03:18PM ● By Single Mom Strong News Release

Single Mom Strong, the nonprofit devoted to empowering single mothers and their children, is proud to present its annual “Love Your Life” event, a joyful Valentine’s Day celebration focused on self-love and community connection.

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State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond Announces Literacy Moonshot

Jan 26, 2026 04:40PM ● By California Department of Education News Release

Most Expansive Effort in California History to Achieve Reading by Third Grade

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Aerospace Museum Awarding Aviation Scholarships

Jan 26, 2026 04:19PM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

Thanks to the generosity of its major donors, the Aerospace Museum of California is proud to announce the return of its Private Pilot License (PPL) Scholarship Program.

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CCA Opens Applications for 2026 Aviation and STEM Scholarship Program

Jan 20, 2026 12:04PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The California Capital Airshow (CCA) is proud to announce that applications for its annual Aviation and STEM Scholarship Program opened Jan. 13.

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'You Light the Way' Nominations are Now Open

Jan 20, 2026 11:54AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

The You Light the Way awards recognize individuals whose dedication, advocacy and compassion have made a meaningful impact, whether through leadership, volunteer work, innovative programs or everyday acts of support.

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Celebrate Financial Wellness Month with CalKIDS

Jan 20, 2026 11:43AM ● By CalKIDS Scholarships News Release

Financial Wellness Month is a time for families across California to set goals, build healthier money habits and plan for the year ahead.

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State Seal of Civic Engagement Applications Open

Jan 12, 2026 05:38PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Applications for the State Seal of Civic Engagement are now open.

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San Juan Creativity at Winter Art Showcase

Dec 30, 2025 08:54AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

San Juan Unified School District hosted its Winter Art Showcase at the Sacramento Fine Arts Center, celebrating the creativity and talent of students across the district.

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Operation Holiday Cheer Celebrates 17th Year

Dec 23, 2025 12:13PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

he air was electric with the excitement of children as a caravan of Citrus Heights police vehicles flashing lights, led by the Police Activity League (PAL) truck made its way to the center of the Greenback Manor apartment complex on Dec. 18.

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750,000 CalKIDS Scholarships Awarded

Dec 09, 2025 09:02AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

Launched in 2022, CalKIDS provides scholarships worth up to $1,500 for eligible public-school students and up to $175 in scholarships for every child born in California on or after July 1, 2022.

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Target to Host Heroes & Helpers Event with Sacramento Police Department & SPO to Support Local Youth

Dec 05, 2025 04:11PM ● By Heroes & Helpers News Release

On Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon, the Target store located at 3601 N Freeway Blvd. will host a Heroes & Helpers event in partnership with Sacramento Police Department and Sacramento Police Officer Association (SPO) 1849 Foundation.

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Taking Flight

Nov 24, 2025 03:38PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Mira Loma High School showcases aviation CTE pathway

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Students Show Continued Increase in Academic Achievement

Nov 24, 2025 02:49PM ● By MPG Staff

Chronic Absenteeism Continues to Fall

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A Push of a Button, A Gift of Hope

Nov 24, 2025 02:36PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Ornella Rossi

With holiday shoppers looking on, community leaders and nonprofit representatives gathered Nov. 21 at the Westfield Galleria at Roseville to cut the ribbon on the annual Light the World Giving Machines

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Local Museums Invite Community to Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

Oct 24, 2025 02:23PM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

The greater Sacramento area is rich with an amazing array of state-of-the-art museums and historic sites that offer visitors the chance to explore California’s art, history and science treasures all year long.

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Enjoying the Spooky Season

Oct 20, 2025 10:54AM ● By Abbey Wicks

October is flying by but don’t worry. There’s still time to experience all the spooky activities that the greater Sacramento region has to offer.

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Ready, Set, GOLD

Oct 14, 2025 03:45PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Efforts at Lichen K-8 Honored

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Sunrise Montessori School Opens at Sunrise Mall

Sep 30, 2025 01:05PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Sunrise Montessori School, a new preschool providing daycare, preschool, kindergarten and child development classes for students, ages 2 to 12, has opened behind the former Sears retail store at 7233 Sunrise Blvd. in Sunrise Mall.

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Families and Care Teams Gather for NICU Reunion

Sep 30, 2025 12:47PM ● By Dignity Health California News Release

Dozens of families gathered at Rusch Park on Sept. 13 to reunite with doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists who once cared for their newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center.

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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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Sign Up for School Pesticide Notifications

Sep 09, 2025 04:37PM ● By California Safe Schools News Release

California Safe Schools, a nonprofit organization dedicated to children's environmental health and safety, reminds parents, guardians, teachers and school staff at all California K-12 public schools and childcare centers to file the Right to Know Pesticide Use Notification form at the start of the school year.

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Mesa Verde High School Leads by Example

Sep 02, 2025 06:43PM ● By By Patsy McGavock, JustServe.org

Mesa Verde High School, a Title I school in Citrus Heights, is rewriting the story of student success through family, follow-through and deep-rooted community investment.

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Aerospace Museum Summer Camp Gives Lasting Impact

Aug 05, 2025 08:49AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

This summer, rising fourth- through sixth-graders from San Juan Unified School District discovered just how far their imagination could take them at the Aerospace Museum of California’s “Dream it… Build it: Design, Build and Engineer” summer camp.

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Jam-Packed State Fair Open for more than Two Weeks

Jul 14, 2025 06:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

Featuring more than 50 carnival rides, a range of performances and competitions within various industries, and of course food, the California State Fair kicked off on July 11 at Cal Expo, lasting through July 27.

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In Las Vegas on June 16, the Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team wins the international Copa Rayados
High Quality Development at Republic FC Academy

Jul 08, 2025 09:49AM ● By Seth Henderson

The Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team won the international Copa Rayados tournament in Las Vegas on June 16 without conceding a goal, ranking first in the Northwest Division for quality of play, rated at 86.2.

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The San Juan Unified School District's Technology Services team began the annual Chromebook inventory in March and will complete it over the summer
San Juan Unified to Receive 3,000-Plus New Chromebooks

Jul 08, 2025 09:05AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Each year, San Juan Unified’s Technology Services team conducts a districtwide Chromebook inventory to ensure every student has access to the tools they need for learning.

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The City of Citrus Heights is holding its third annual Stars and Stripes Celebration
Stars and Stripes at Van Maren Park

Jun 24, 2025 04:14PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Citrus Heights is holding its third annual Stars and Stripes Celebration at Van Maren Park on June 28, featuring live music, food and a Kid Zone, starting at 6 p.m.

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Sponsor and keynote speaker at the Citrus Heights Luncheon
‘We Do Better Together’

Jun 24, 2025 03:55PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

San Juan Unified Invests in Students and Schools

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