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California Museum Exhibitions, Events Through September Announced

Jul 08, 2026 02:11PM ● By California Museum News Release

America turns 250 this year, and we’re celebrating all month long. Book a group of four or more anytime throughout the month and save 10% on admission.

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Learn the Basics of Urban Biking, Scootering with Free City Classes

Jul 08, 2026 02:09PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Residents can build confidence riding bicycles and scooters on-street this summer through a series of free Urban Biking & Scooting 101 classes offered by the City of Sacramento.

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What Sacramento Tenants, Landlords Need To Know About 2026 Rent Increase Limits

Jul 08, 2026 02:06PM ● By Joe Wirt

The City of Sacramento’s Tenant Protection Program (TPP) establishes limits on annual rent increases for covered residential rental units. Effective July 1, the maximum allowable annual rent adjustment will be 8.6% for covered rental units.

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Celebrating a Century of Route 66

Jul 08, 2026 11:42AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Route 66, and the California Automobile Museum is featuring exhibits throughout the year celebrating the historic highway.

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How Persistence, Partnership and Determination Led to Justice for a Neighborhood Cat

Jul 08, 2026 11:25AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When a Sacramento County resident contacted authorities after witnessing a horrifying act of animal cruelty captured on her home security camera, she had one hope: that justice would be served for a beloved neighborhood cat.

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Students Honored with Scholarships from SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union

Jul 06, 2026 03:37PM ● By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union News Release

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union has awarded $207,750 in college scholarships to 245 students, including six from Sacramento County, through its 2026 Member Education Award scholarship program.

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County Board Appoints Jacqueline White as Next County Superintendent of Schools

Jul 06, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Longtime educational leader selected following planned retirement of Superintendent David Gordon

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Steeped in History, Architecture, Intrigue

Jun 23, 2026 04:46PM ● By Preservation Sacramento News Release

Preservation Sacramento Announces 50th Annual Home Tour

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Stage Nine Announces Opening of The Paperworks

Jun 23, 2026 04:33PM ● By Stage Nine News Release

‘Death by Natural Causes’ Exhibition to Debut June 27

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What Should Future Name of Cesar Chavez Park Be? Take the Survey by July 24

Jun 23, 2026 04:32PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Community members can now share their thoughts on the future name of Cesar Chavez Park.

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Elks Golf Club Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Student Golfers

Jun 23, 2026 02:45PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie, photos by Antonio Azevedo

The Elks Golf Club proudly presented four scholarship awards totaling $10,000 to graduating high school seniors who participated in their school golf programs and will continue their education in college.

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Valley Broadcast Legends Scholarship Opportunity

Jun 22, 2026 01:48PM ● By Valley Broadcast Legends News Release

The Valley Broadcast Legends (VBL), an organization comprised primarily of retired broadcasters, photographers and engineers, is pleased to offer two $500 scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in digital media.

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RydeFreeRT Cards for 2026-27 School Year Now Available

Jun 15, 2026 01:02PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) announced June 9 that new RydeFreeRT cards, valid June 1, through June 30, 2027, are now available for students and youth across the Sacramento region.

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Pacific Islander Club Washes Cars at Farmers Market

Jun 11, 2026 09:53AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Jaylen Pabelonia, president of the John F. Kennedy High School Pacific Islanders Club, said, “The major goal of the club is to celebrate and promote the culture and contributions of Pacific Islander students and families.”

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Report on Elk 6’s PM Crew by Chair Ray Nielse

Jun 11, 2026 09:38AM ● By Edited by Stephen B. Clazie

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE) of the United States of America, Lodge 6, relocated from its historic location to a new building in Greenhaven in October 1977: its current address at 6446 Riverside Blvd.

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Sixth Grader Going National for Spelling Bee

Jun 11, 2026 09:34AM ● By MPG Staff

It is no surprise that a young student who actually likes to read the dictionary for fun came within a single word of advancing to this year’s National Spelling Bee.

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Is There a Hero in the House?

Jun 11, 2026 09:06AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Sacramento musician and restaurant owner Joe Gilman was recently named a “Jazz Hero” by the Jazz Journalists Association. The international writers’ group advocates for the preservation and visibility of jazz.

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Sacramento Educator Named Teacher of the Year

Jun 11, 2026 09:03AM ● By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union News Release

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, in partnership with ABC10 Sacramento and Sacramento State’s College of Education, announced that Barbara Brooks, a teacher at Shriners Children’s Hospital in partnership with the Sacramento City Unified School District, has been named the 2025-26 ABC10 Teacher of the Year.

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Metal Supermarkets Expands Trade School Scholarship Program

Jun 01, 2026 12:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Awards $20,000 to Eight Students

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Nearly Half of High School Students Eligible for CalKIDS Scholarships

May 27, 2026 08:42AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As high school seniors across Sacramento County make college and career decisions ahead of graduation, CalKIDS is encouraging students and families to check whether scholarship funds have already been set aside in their names.

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Students Support Meals on Wheels Through Feed the Beat

May 20, 2026 10:28AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Students at Christian Brothers High School demonstrated creativity, compassion and community spirit during the successful Feed the Beat fundraiser held April 18, raising support for Meals on Wheels Sacramento County and its mission to serve local seniors.

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Students, Chefs Create ‘Incredible Edibles’

May 20, 2026 10:13AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Brookfield School presented its 20th Annual Incredible Edibles Food Event on Monday, May 11.

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Art Fiesta Returns for 68th Year

May 20, 2026 09:54AM ● By Joe Wirt

The Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club will host its 68th Art Fiesta on Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Sacramento.

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Local ‘Blue Star Museums’ Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Families

May 20, 2026 09:38AM ● 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 on May 16 through Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026.

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Zoo Expansion Proposal Moves Forward

May 06, 2026 10:33AM ● By Idaly Valencia

On April 28, the Sacramento City Council approved an agreement with the Sacramento Zoological Society to explore a potential 5.8-acre expansion of the Sacramento Zoo in William Land Park.

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City Awards $1 Million in Grants to Support Local Entrepreneurs

May 06, 2026 09:50AM ● By Joe Wirt

Seventeen organizations were selected to receive a combined $1 million through the 2026 Sacramento Innovation Grant Program to support programs for local entrepreneurs.

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Bike Safety and Awareness Grant Applications Open

May 06, 2026 09:46AM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Coinciding with National Bike Month, the Sacramento Region Community Foundation is pleased to announce that applications for the annual Bike Safety and Awareness Grant are open now through Friday, May 29.

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Celebrating Resilience, Achievements of Asian American, Pacific Islander Community

May 06, 2026 09:44AM ● By The Friends of California Archives News Release

Since California’s statehood 175 years ago, members of the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community have left an indelible mark on California’s rich history, overcoming extreme prejudice and discrimination to flourish in all walks of California life.

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Beyond the Airshow

May 05, 2026 08:37AM ● By Khushi Salgia

With its choreographed planes shooting through the sky, leaving contrails that draw out shapes and letters, the California Capital Airshow (CCA) is a popular event that Sacramento residents look forward to each fall.

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SacRT Launches New Transit Patch Program for Girl Scouts and Scouts of America

Apr 27, 2026 05:39PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

Program co-created with local Girl Scout Troop to build transit riding confidence

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Eagle Presentation Inspires Sacramento Retired Teachers

Apr 22, 2026 11:12AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie, photos by Stephen B. Clazie

California Retired Teachers Association (CalRTA) State Capital Division 5 President Christi Campo welcomed wildlife photographer Susan Maxwell Skinner to the division’s general spring meeting at Sierra 2.

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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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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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Museum Honors Hall of Fame’s 19th Class

Apr 08, 2026 10:27AM ● By George H. Young, photos by George H. Young

Founded in 2006, the California Hall of Fame is the California Museum’s signature annual program. Every year, the governor and first partner select inductees to honor for outstanding achievement in the arts, business and labor, entertainment, food and wine, literature, music, public service, science and sports.

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CalKIDS Partners with CSAC, Connecting 100,000 Students to CalKIDS Scholarships

Mar 31, 2026 11:00AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As California students finalize financial aid applications and college plans this spring, more than 100,000 students have claimed over $50 million in CalKIDS Scholarships in the past six months.

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