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MMS Strategies Honored with FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award

Aug 03, 2026 03:18PM ● By FBI Sacramento News Release

On July 28, the FBI Sacramento Field Office honored MMS Strategies, LLC, a Sacramento-based consulting firm, with the local FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) for their collaborative partnership in support of the FBI’s mission to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution. Michelle Smira, founder and chief executive officer for MMS Strategies, accepted the award.

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Board Approves 2026-27 Recommended Budget

Jun 15, 2026 01:45PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted on June 10 to approve the $9 billion Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27.

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Nominations Open for 2026 Sustainable Business Awards

Jun 08, 2026 11:36AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Businesses, nonprofits and community members are encouraged to submit nominations now through June 26 for the 2026 Sustainable Business Awards.

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County Selects Inspector General

May 04, 2026 12:30PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a one-year agreement appointing Eric Kane as Inspector General, ensuring continuity of independent oversight of the Sheriff’s Office while the County evaluates long-term options for the position. The contract begins May 1 and extends through April 30, 2027.

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Early Support, Strong Readers

May 04, 2026 12:21PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

How The K-2 Reading Difficulties Screener Guides Student Success

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Sacramento County Honored with North State BIA ‘Friend of Housing’ Award

Feb 09, 2026 03:32PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has been recognized by the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) with its prestigious Friend of Housing Award.

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Rancho Cordova Soroptimists Give Holiday Joy to Veterans

Jan 06, 2026 12:49PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River News Release

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River recently completed their annual “mission” to fill and deliver holiday stockings to 150 female veterans receiving treatment at the VA Northern California Healthcare System (NCHCS).

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Sacramento County Maintains Class 2 FEMA Rating

Dec 08, 2025 11:41AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Class 2 Rating Provides 40% Discount on Flood Insurance

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Students Bridge Generations through Music

Nov 03, 2025 01:44PM ● By MPG Staff

Gold River resident Michael Cicelski, a University of California, Los Angeles senior, combines his passion for music and human connection through Backbeat Bruins, a student-led organization bringing live performances to hospitals, senior centers and communities in need across California.

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Soroptimist Acknowledges Gynecologic Cancer Awareness

Sep 30, 2025 03:39PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River News Release

Every five minutes, someone is diagnosed with a form of gynecologic cancer. Awareness, early detection and access to care can save lives.

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Helping Older Resident Repair Home

Sep 22, 2025 01:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When a 77-year-old Sacramento County resident began facing mounting fines and pressure from her homeowners’ association (HOA) over much-needed repairs to her home, she wasn’t sure where to turn.

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Reduce Electricity during Flex Alerts and Earn Bill Credits

Aug 11, 2025 05:05PM ● By MPG Staff

With temperature rising, it’s not too late to register for Power Saver Rewards, a California Public Utilities Commission program.

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Unsecured Property Taxes Due Sept. 2

Jul 22, 2025 10:34AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Annual bills for Sacramento County unsecured personal property taxes for fiscal year 2025-2026 will be mailed on July 18 and are due no later than Sept. 2 to avoid penalties for delinquency.

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California Seizes 650,000 Fentanyl Pills

Apr 01, 2025 01:23PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Continuing an enhanced focus in 2025 to combat the scourge of illegal fentanyl trafficking, the California National Guard (CalGuard) seized 1,045 pounds and more than 650,000 pills containing fentanyl, with a street valuation of more than $6.8 million, in January and February.

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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Mar 03, 2025 06:43PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Romantic relationships between teenagers are incredibly complicated. The undertaking of a relationship very often requires more maturity than most teens have developed. These relationships are more likely to be riddled with problems that include communication, jealousy and selflessness.

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Aggies Earn Riders of the Week Awards

Feb 04, 2025 05:05PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Seasoned UC Davis student athletes Jessie Rechs and Margaret Franke were named conference riders of the week in Eastern College Athletic Conference’s Jan. 28 release.

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State Water Project Increases 2025 Allocation Forecast

Feb 04, 2025 04:10PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Jan. 28, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced an update to the State Water Project allocation forecast for 2025.

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First Snow Survey of the Season Shows Snowpack Near Average for California

Jan 07, 2025 11:21AM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

After a Warm, Dry Fall, Recent Storms Provide Boost to Snowpack but Return of Dry Conditions Looms

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January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Jan 07, 2025 10:50AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Human Trafficking is more prevalent than you think. Every two minutes, a child is trafficked or sexually exploited in the United States. The average age of exploitation is 12 to 15 years old.

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Soroptimists Give Holiday Joy to Veterans

Jan 07, 2025 10:34AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River recently completed its annual “mission” to fill and deliver holiday stockings to 120 female veterans receiving treatment at the VA Northern California Healthcare System (NCHCS).

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Holiday Home Tour Raises Funds for School

Jan 07, 2025 10:27AM ● By Judy Andrews

Hoping to deliver some fun holiday cheer and inspiration, Gold River’s inaugural Holiday Home Tour kicked off last month, exceeding all expectations.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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Home Heating Expenditures Projected to Increase by 8.7%

Dec 30, 2024 05:58PM ● By National Energy Assistance Directors Association News Release

Home heating costs this winter will remain unaffordable for millions of lower income families, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

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See How They Run

Dec 02, 2024 04:58PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Endangered Chinook salmon are now running in full force.

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Transportation Impacts Dialysis Patient Outcomes

Oct 01, 2024 04:11PM ● By UC Davis News Release

An estimated 35.5 million Americans have kidney disease and more than 554,000 of them are on dialysis, according to the National Kidney Foundation.

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Soroptimists Create ‘Comfort Kits’

Sep 24, 2024 02:56PM ● By Soroptimist International News Release

The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River club spent a day at the Gold River Mountain Mike’s Pizza to stuff 200 Comfort Kits.

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15 Years Empowering Women and Girls

Sep 12, 2024 01:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River (SIRCGR) marked a milestone as it celebrated 15 years of dedicated community service at the Mills Arts & Culture Center.

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CDPH Warns of Increased Risk of Valley Fever Through Fall

Sep 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Investigation Continues into Reports of Valley Fever Among Music Festival Attendees

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Assemblyman Hoover urges Governor Newsom to Sign Legislation Improving Accountability Over Homelessness Spending

Sep 03, 2024 01:36PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

A (MPG) - On Saturday, Aug. 31, Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced the passage of Assembly Bill 2903 out of the Legislature, which would require state-run homelessness programs to annually report cost and outcome data to the California Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH).

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iHealth Labs Opens New Office, Marking Significant Growth

Aug 27, 2024 01:27PM ● By iHealth Labs News Release

iHealth Labs, a leading provider of digital health solutions best known for its distinctive orange-box COVID-19 tests, announced Aug. 21 the opening of its new office in Sacramento

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Native Participates in International Maritime Warfare Exercise

Aug 20, 2024 10:10AM ● By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jerome Fjeld, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Seaman Apprentice Rocio Zavala-Ramirez, a native of Sacramento, California, serves aboard USS Carl Vinson, a U.S. Navy warship operating out of San Diego, California, and participating in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in and around the Hawaiian Islands

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Stay Safe from Rattlesnakes

Aug 19, 2024 04:01PM ● By Judy Andrews

Although wildlife sightings are typically more common near rivers, creeks and open spaces, this year’s extreme heat has forced the local wildlife, including many unwelcome visitors such as venomous snakes, to seek food, water and shelter in populated areas, sometimes right into our backyards

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Educating on Fentanyl and Opioid Overdose/Poisoning

Aug 14, 2024 11:37AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Fentanyl poisoning has now become the leading cause of death among adults ages 18 to 45, surpassing suicide, gun violence and car accidents, according to Sacramento County officials.

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