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Family Hits Jackpot for Charities at Giving Machine

Dec 20, 2024 09:02AM ● By Gary Zavoral

Seven is a special number for Kelvin and Leslie Moss of Granite Bay. They have seven children, and their last child was nicknamed “Seven.” And, on the night they went to the Sacramento area’s charitable vending machines, there were seven members of their family present.

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PG&E Hosts Troopathon’s Annual Christmas Care Package Party

Dec 20, 2024 08:47AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the brave men and women of our Armed Forces, is excited to announce that Pacific Gas and Electric Company will host its Annual Christmas Care Package Party as the featured volunteer group.

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Christmas Berries Grace American River Parkway

Dec 19, 2024 06:18PM ● By Derek Minnema

Christmas berries adorning the American River Parkway with their brilliant red clusters have symbolically been spreading Christmas cheer along California's waterways since long before the state was settled.

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Sacramento Nursing Home Among Top in Nation

Dec 19, 2024 06:10PM ● By ACC Care Center News Release

ACC Care Center has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report. ACC Care Center has received recognition for both short-term and long-term care and is one of only three Sacramento skilled nursing communities to receive dual recognition.

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Urban Plates Arrives in Sacramento

Dec 19, 2024 06:07PM ● By Daniel Canfield

A new restaurant is bringing fresh, organic scratch-made cuisine to Sacramento. On Dec. 12, Urban Plates opened its first Sacramento region location in a newly-constructed building at 2080 Fair Oaks Blvd., Sacramento.

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Recreational Dungeness Crab Fishery Open in Northern California

Dec 19, 2024 08:50AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

The recreational fishery for Dungeness crab is open in the portion of northern California that was delayed due to a public health hazard.

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Marathon Runs its Course

Dec 10, 2024 10:08AM ● By Daniel Canfield, photos by Daniel Canfield

An international cast of runners hit the streets of Sacramento County on Sunday, Dec. 8, for the 41st annual California International Marathon (CIM).

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Winterdance Celtic Celebration Returns

Dec 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By Winterdance News Release

A joyful and cherished holiday tradition returns this December, marking the 18th Annual Winterdance Celtic Christmas Celebration.

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Community Digs Into Climate Action

Dec 06, 2024 11:31AM ● By California Volunteers, Office of the Governor News Release

On Nov. 16, California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday joined State Senator Angelique Ashby, Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg, the City of Sacramento, California Climate Action Corps fellows, community partners and hundreds of volunteers for a day of climate action in Sacramento.

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Mendocino Coast Home to Lesser-Known Gems

Dec 04, 2024 12:55PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

With whatever route you choose to arrive on the bluffs of the Mendocino coast, there is no escaping the first dance to this weekend romance, which is a slow and winding road through shady, lush, towering redwoods.

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Women’s Empowerment to Hold Annual Holiday Drive

Dec 04, 2024 09:58AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Local residents can spread holiday cheer to Sacramento women and children who have experienced homelessness by contributing to Women’s Empowerment’s annual Holiday Drive.

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Record Crowd Hits the Streets for 2024 Run to Feed the Hungry

Dec 03, 2024 04:10PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The streets of East Sacramento were bustling with energy on Thanksgiving morning as the 31st annual Run to Feed the Hungry drew a record number of participants to the largest Thanksgiving Day fun run.

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Sac Republic FC to Host Open Tryouts

Dec 03, 2024 03:01PM ● By Sacramento Republic Football Club News Release

Ahead of the 2025 USL Championship season, Republic FC is hosting its annual Open Tryout, giving the region’s top players a chance to impress the technical staff and earn an invitation to training camp.

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Don’t Let Fats, Oils and Grease Ruin Holiday Cheer

Dec 03, 2024 02:53PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

As the holiday season approaches, the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is urging residents to help prevent sewer backups, a common yet costly and disruptive issue that peaks during this time of year.

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Marathoners Hit the Road Sunday

Dec 02, 2024 04:50PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Fair Oaks Boulevard is one of many streets that will channel almost 10,000 California International Marathon athletes to Sacramento on Sunday, Dec. 8.

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Broadway Revival: Tower District maps out a creative corridor ecosystem

Nov 21, 2024 09:51AM ● By Kristina Rogers

Over the years, the area around Broadway and 15th Street has had its ups and downs.

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$60K for Women’s Empowerment

Nov 21, 2024 09:35AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Women’s Empowerment has received a $60,000 contribution from U.S. Bank to provide Sacramento women experiencing homelessness with job-readiness programs, paid job training and transitional workforce housing so they can secure employment with upward mobility as they work toward affording permanent housing.

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New Republic FC Stadium Back on Track

Nov 19, 2024 12:20PM ● By Daniel Canfield

A project that was on life support had some much-needed life injected into it on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when the Sacramento City Council voted unanimously to approve the framework for a $321 million downtown railyards soccer stadium and entertainment venue.

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Ice Skate Under the City Lights

Nov 12, 2024 11:09AM ● By Downtown Sacramento Partnership News Release

A Sacramento holiday tradition, the Downtown Ice Rink presented by Dignity Health is the perfect place to gather with friends and family to enjoy the holidays. The rink officially opened for the 2024 holiday season on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

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25,000-Plus Illegal Cannabis Plants Removed

Nov 12, 2024 09:53AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks continues to combat illegal cannabis grows within and near state park properties through its Cannabis Watershed Protection Program (CWPP).

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California Capital Airshow to Host Volunteer Rally Nov. 19

Nov 12, 2024 09:50AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Community Members Invited to Learn About Volunteer Opportunities for March Airshow

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Veteran Art Institute Hosts Veterans Day Show

Nov 08, 2024 11:10AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Veteran Art Institute (VAI) has brought veterans from all military branches together into a very special digital space where their works of artistic creativity and imagination can be shared.

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Trunk and Treating Homeless Families at Mather

Nov 08, 2024 08:51AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Mather Community Campus Trunk or Treat Event was alive with fun, laughter and sugar as Sacramento County’s three shelter programs celebrated with an early Halloween party for its guests.

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Parks District Hires First Female Chief

Nov 07, 2024 02:22PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

After 76 years, Carmichael Recreation and Park District (CRPD) has hired its first woman administrator. Several Carmichael Recreation and Park District parks are located in the Arden-Arcade and Fair Oaks area.

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Community Band on the Move

Nov 07, 2024 11:15AM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove Community Concert Band gave a moving performance on Oct. 28 at Joseph Kerr Middle School, with a program based on various kinds of travel or movement.

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Salmon Have Returned to Nimbus Fish Hatchery

Nov 05, 2024 02:00PM ● By MPG Staff

The American River Fall salmon run is underway and the Nimbus fish hatchery is welcoming visitors with tour opportunities.

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Residential Wood-Burning Restrictions Begin Nov. 1

Nov 05, 2024 10:14AM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District News Release

The Sac Metro Air District launched its “Check Before You Burn” season on Nov. 1.

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Sutter NWR Water Availability Improvements

Nov 04, 2024 09:20AM ● By Ducks Unlimited News Release

This year (2024), thanks to an unusually wet winter and spring, Sutter National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Yuba City will be flooded in time for the Oct. 21 waterfowl-hunting season opener.

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Community Comes Together for Spooky Fun

Oct 31, 2024 09:35AM ● By iYa Taekwondo News Release

On Saturday, Oct. 19, more than 400 community members gathered for an evening filled with thrills and laughter at the seventh annual Haunted House and Trunk-or-Treat event, organized by iYa Taekwondo. This year’s event was the biggest and scariest yet, highlighting the neighborhood’s Halloween celebrations.

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Wickedly Booootiful: Halloween-obsessed curator’s collection is a treat to behold

Oct 31, 2024 09:20AM ● By Kristina Rogers

Mike Ricci's obsession with collecting Halloween decorations began as a child in the 1950s.

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Veteran’s Day Events for the Public

Oct 29, 2024 08:43AM ● By Ornella Rossi

With Veterans Day approaching on Nov. 11, numerous local organizations are planning events to honor the sacrifices and contributions of veterans, offering residents opportunities to show their support and appreciation.

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Region’s Best New Home Projects and Professionals Honored

Oct 25, 2024 09:18AM ● By The Write Stuff Communications News Release

The movies have the Oscars, television has the Emmys and Broadway has the Tonys. And the Sacramento-area homebuilding industry has MAME.

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International Railfair Returns to Cal Expo

Oct 23, 2024 09:27AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Celebrate the opening of National Model Railroad Month at the 46th Annual International Railfair (IRF), which returns to Building C at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd. in Sacramento, Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3.

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Improving Hornet Habitat

Oct 22, 2024 12:45PM ● By Daniel Canfield

Current and future Sacramento State University (Sac State) alumni and fans will soon be cheering on Hornet athletes in a new Hornet Stadium.

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Sac County's Favorite Pet Festival Returns

Oct 22, 2024 12:21PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The four-legged friends of Sacramento County have something to wag their tails about as the third Annual Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns to Bradshaw Animal Shelter on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3839 Bradshaw Road.

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