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2026 5 Over 50 Award
5 Over 50 Award Winners Named

May 26, 2026 05:41PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Whether it’s raising money for families in need, helping travelers navigate the airport, or building new homes, there are dozens of ways volunteers in Sacramento County make a difference in our community.

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A Sea of Mermaids

May 19, 2026 02:47PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Three Days of Magic at California Mermaid Convention

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Sacramento Region Celebrates Signing of Water Forum 2050 Agreement

May 19, 2026 10:24AM ● By Sacramento Water Forum News Release

Landmark regional agreement advances water reliability and protection of the Lower American River in a changing climate

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Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military and Families

May 19, 2026 10:03AM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Eight Sacramento area museums are participating in Blue Star Museums to offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day through Labor Day on Sept. 7.

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Senior Fair Offers Health, Help and Fun

May 15, 2026 10:56AM ● By MPG Staff

The 12th annual Senior Health and Resource Fair will return Saturday, June 20, at the Wyndham Sacramento Northeast Hotel, offering older adults and caregivers access to health information, community services and live entertainment.

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California Department of Pesticide Regulation
California Study Examines Safer Alternatives to Post-Harvest Fumigants

May 12, 2026 09:08AM ● By California Department of Pesticide Regulation News Release

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) recently released the post-harvest commodity fumigation component of a multipart independent scientific study evaluating alternatives to fumigant pesticides.

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Public Administrator
Sacramento County Employee Honored with Statewide Award

May 12, 2026 08:55AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is celebrating a major achievement by one of its own. Emily Wight, a human services program planner with the Public Administrator, Guardian, Conservator (PAPGPC) office, has been recognized with a prestigious statewide honor for her dedication to public service.

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County Seeks Input on Jail System Master Plan

May 11, 2026 05:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is inviting residents and community stakeholders to share their perspectives through a newly launched survey as part of the county’s ongoing Jail System Master Planning process.

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Methodist Hospital Recognized for Excellence in Patient Safety

May 11, 2026 05:27PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento, a member of CommonSpirit, earned a fourth-consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety.

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Lyme Disease treatment
A Battle Beyond the Bite

May 11, 2026 05:21PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Lyme Disease Awareness Month Sparks Advocacy and Awareness

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Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band
Lights Up, Music On!

May 07, 2026 03:43PM ● By Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band News Release

Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band Presents “Showstoppers! A Musical Spectacular”

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California Mermaid Convention
Mermaids Make a Splash

May 04, 2026 04:10PM ● By Ornella Rossi

California Mermaid Convention Returns May 15-17

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From Classroom to Careers

May 04, 2026 03:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Folsom Lake College, Sutter Health open hands-on healthcare training hub with $2.5M investment

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The HEART of Independence: From Tent to Apartment

May 04, 2026 12:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

“I never thought I’d be in a tent, but that’s better than being on the ground.”

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criminal defender
Conflict Criminal Defender Selected

May 04, 2026 12:04PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has selected Tiffanie Leon-Synnott to serve as the County’s next Conflict Criminal Defender, effective May 1 following a competitive selection process conducted in partnership with the Sacramento Superior Court.

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Water Commission Strengthens Harvest Water Investment

May 04, 2026 11:56AM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

Additional funding supports SacSewer’s landmark recycled water project, on track for 2027 delivery following major construction milestones

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Women’s Empowerment Announces 25th Anniversary Campaign

May 04, 2026 11:32AM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Addresses Evolving Needs of Sacramento Women Experiencing Homelessness

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Rain or Shine, Our Staff is Saving Lives

Apr 27, 2026 05:42PM ● By Visions In Education News Release

At Visions in Education, our commitment to serving students goes hand in hand with supporting the communities around us.

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Hoover’s Bill to Protect Historic Districts Passes Housing Committee

Apr 27, 2026 05:00PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On April 22 the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development approved Assembly Bill 2415 authored by Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom), which would provide flexibility under state housing law and protect locally designated historic districts such as Historic Folsom.

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Sacramento Life Center
Sacramento Life Center Receives Grant to Enhance Patient Care Through New Electronic Health Records System

Apr 27, 2026 12:25PM ● By Sacramento Life Center News Release

Sacramento Life Center (SLC) is proud to announce it has received a generous grant from the Jerome and Wanda Hart Foundation to support the implementation of a new Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, an investment that will significantly enhance the organization’s ability to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to women and families across the Sacramento region.

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buses
Transit Connect Now Available, ZipPass Retiring June 15

Apr 27, 2026 12:09PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is reminding riders that its new mobile ticketing app, Transit Connect, is now available and will fully replace the ZipPass app effective Monday, June 15. Transit Connect offers riders a smarter, simpler, and more secure way to purchase, store and activate fare products for SacRT.

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volunteers
Celebrating Volunteers in Sacramento County

Apr 27, 2026 11:43AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is celebrating National Volunteer Week by recognizing the volunteers who help make our community a better place. Across Sacramento County, volunteers support families and enhance residents' well-being.

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child support
Child Support Helps Local Families Thrive

Apr 27, 2026 11:33AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Department of Child Support Services (DCSS) plays an important role in supporting families and promoting the well-being of children across the community.

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School Teacher–Leader Career Fair
2026 Education Career Fair Set for May 2

Apr 22, 2026 08:37AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

More Than Two Dozen Districts and Charters Participating

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Roger's Review: FTD Walk For Hope

Apr 21, 2026 11:40AM ● By Senator Roger Niello

Many people know actor Bruce Willis from the movies on big screens, but behind the screens in his personal life, he has lived with frontotemporal degeneration, commonly referred to as FTD, since 2022.

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Singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff
A Night of Timeless Music

Apr 20, 2026 01:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Karla Bonoff Brings a Lifetime of Songs to Fair Oaks

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Child Abuse Prevention Month

Apr 20, 2026 12:31PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Creating a Better Future for Every Child

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baby deer
CDFW Urges Public to Leave Baby Deer Alone

Apr 20, 2026 12:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

Late spring and early summer are peak times for California’s deer herds to give birth to fawns, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is issuing a reminder to well-intentioned residents and visitors to not interact with the baby deer – even if they find one that appears to be abandoned or hungry.

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animal services
County Releases 2025 Year in Review Annual Report

Apr 20, 2026 12:03PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has released its 2025 Year in Review Annual Report, highlighting a year of measurable progress, service delivery and continued investment in the community.

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‘Not Your Lab Rat’ Campaign
‘Not Your Lab Rat’ Campaign Addresses Youth Nicotine Addiction

Apr 20, 2026 11:55AM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has launched a new statewide public health campaign, “Not Your Lab Rat,” aimed at reducing nicotine addiction among young adults and preventing initiation of vaping and other modern nicotine products.

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Annual Big Day of Giving Approaches

Apr 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Every year in May, thousands of people in the Sacramento region come together during a 24-hour giving drive to support hundreds of nonprofits that take care of our most vulnerable residents and vital local causes.

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Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River
Soroptimists Honor Five Local Superheroes

Apr 13, 2026 03:10PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River is a global volunteer nonprofit that provides women and girls with access to education and training to achieve economic empowerment.

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Learning Conference
SCOE Hosts Fourth Annual Early Learning Conference

Apr 13, 2026 11:29AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

‘Belonging by Design, Powered by STEAM’

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Kabateck Comments on Latest Jobs Report

Apr 13, 2026 11:17AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) News Release

If only the California Legislature could produce something as bold as what Congress did

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snow survey
Record Hot, Dry March Wipes Out California Snowpack, Leaving No Measurable Snow for April Survey

Apr 13, 2026 11:11AM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted the critical April snow survey at Phillips Station April 1 and found no measurable snow, a stark indicator of how record‑hot March temperatures and high‑elevation rain have erased the Sierra Nevada snowpack months ahead of schedule.

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