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Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat

Jul 14, 2025 03:01PM ● By California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services News Release

With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat.

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Sapphires in the Mail, Arriving by the Day

Jul 14, 2025 01:46PM ● By Kimberly A. Edwards, photos by Kimberly A. Edwards

California Writers Club, Sacramento will celebrate 100 years of excellence in writing on Oct. 18 at North Ridge Country Club.

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Capital Stage Appoints Gray

Jul 10, 2025 10:27AM ● By Capital Stage News Release

Capital Stage is announced the appointment of Liz Gray as its new managing director on July 9.

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Sprouts Brings July Fourth Fun to Families

Jul 10, 2025 10:10AM ● By MPG Staff

The Sprouts Farmers Market Store No. 267 hosted a Fourth of July event, bringing a bang to the Land Park community by giving back to the families that shop at the store.

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Great Times in the Golden Years

Jul 10, 2025 10:05AM ● By Kristina Rogers

Eskaton Celebrates 52 Years in Land Park

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Ride the Local Waterways

Jul 10, 2025 09:58AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Get on the Water This Summer

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Entertainment Zones Allow Street Drinking

Jul 10, 2025 09:39AM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The Sacramento City Council in June approved an ordinance establishing designated entertainment zones, a move that will support local business, support economic development and create a festive event atmosphere.

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Audit Poses Revisions to City Motel Program

Jul 10, 2025 09:35AM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The City of Sacramento auditor in June presented to the City Council a performance audit of the City of Sacramento’s Motel Program, a non-congregate emergency shelter initiative serving families experiencing homelessness.

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University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson is in the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer league.

TY Johnson Signs with Lakers

Jul 08, 2025 09:43AM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson has signed a summer league contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, following the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Staying Healthy and Safe Driving in a Heatwave

Jul 08, 2025 09:30AM ● By DiscoverCars.com News Release

Drivers need to ensure they take precautions this summer, because extreme temperatures have been predicted by the National Weather Service across the U.S. from June to August.

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Greater Sacramento Division President Rachael McKinney, left, heart transplant patient Mick Doughty and Dr. David Roberts proudly display the Joint Commission/American Heart Association certificate.

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento Recertified with Top Cardiovascular Honor

Jul 08, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sutter Health News Release

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento this month received the top cardiovascular honor from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association.

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Law enforcement agencies throughout California will participate in Operation Dry Water to help prevent incidents of boating under the influence

Operation Dry Water for Fourth of July Weekend

Jul 02, 2025 09:45AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is urging all boaters to boat sober this Fourth of July holiday weekend.

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SUN Bucks Returns for Summer 2025

Jun 30, 2025 04:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a season of sunshine and fun but for many Sacramento County families, it also brings a food access challenge.

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Fun Times and Fireworks

Jun 25, 2025 03:57PM ● By MPG Staff

Parades and Other Events to Attend this Fourth of July

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The ‘New’ K-ZAP Turns 10

Jun 25, 2025 03:47PM ● By J.G. Wirt

July 8 will mark 10 years since the rebirth of K-ZAP as a low-power broadcaster and internet radio station. In that time, former listeners have tuned back in and have helped to spread the word about the “50 Years of Rock, Blues & More” station.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Primary care is delivered by family nurse practitioners for all areas of California

Two Graduate Nursing Programs Earn Accreditation

Jun 24, 2025 11:29AM ● By University of California, Davis Health News Release

The first week of June marked the start of a new educational journey for students in two recently-accredited graduate programs at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at University of California, Davis (UC Davis).

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Playing in the Mud

Jun 24, 2025 09:53AM ● By Kristina Rogers

There comes a point when adulting has worn thin and one is ready to become re-acquainted with their inner child.

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Sacramento Area Council of Governments fosters collaboration and progress for an equitable, sustainable and prosperous future

25-Year Plan for Sacramento Region Growth

Jun 24, 2025 08:48AM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) announced that the draft 2025 Blueprint and Environmental Impact Report (EIR), the region's long-range transportation and land use plan, has been released for public review and comment.

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Keep Fourth of July Fireworks Safe and Legal

Jun 23, 2025 05:28PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With Independence Day coming up, it's always a good idea to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks and stay safe when using them.

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: Multiple dogs trot into the shallow water of the Animal Den Pet Resort and Spa’s in-ground pool during a previous Splashy Hour event in partnership with the Sacramento SPCA

Pup Pool Days Benefit SPCA

Jun 17, 2025 02:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

A pet boarding facility is sponsoring and hosting four Splashy Hour open-swim sessions for dogs to “get a break from the Sacramento heat” that doubles as a Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) fundraiser.

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Quincy, 8 months old, is one of 87 animals adopted from the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals during California Adopt-a-Pet Day

87 Animals Receive New Loving Homes

Jun 17, 2025 01:55PM ● By Sacramento SPCA News Release

The Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) joined more than 150 organizations in California to help find loving homes for pets during the second annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on June 7.

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Co-Ed Youth League Tips Off at Golden 1

Jun 17, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Kings and Queens Rise Co-ed Youth Sports and Mentoring League, an initiative of The Center at Sierra Health Foundation’s Black Child Legacy Campaign program, launches its eighth season this week with a tip-off event hosted by league partner, the Sacramento Kings.

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Sacramento State University Soccer team gather on the field

Men’s Soccer Announces 2025 Slate

Jun 17, 2025 01:46PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento head men’s soccer coach Michael Linenberger announced June 12 an 18-match regular season schedule for 2025, a slate that includes a trio of National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament qualifiers and six opponents that finished inside the final top 100 in the end-of-season Rating Percentage Index (RPI) rankings.

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Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Jun 13, 2025 10:58AM ● By California Lottery News Release

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win.

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Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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Smoot Landscaping: A 45-Year Legacy

Jun 12, 2025 02:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

For Scott Smoot, landscaping isn’t just a career, it’s a lifelong passion.

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Sun's Out; Fun’s Out

Jun 12, 2025 02:08PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Activities and Events to Enjoy this Summer

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Bike the Rails in Amador

Jun 12, 2025 01:56PM ● By J.G. Wirt

The feel as the railbike glides downgrade is like riding a giant go-kart, but this one has power assist and good brakes.

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Sacramento’s Souper History

Jun 12, 2025 01:51PM ● By Kristina Rogers

New Campbell’s Canning Exhibit is ‘Mmm, Mmm, Good!’

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Rob Meyer is Everybody’s Bassman

Jun 12, 2025 01:39PM ● By J.G. Wirt

Anchoring the rhythm section of bands in legendary clubs and taprooms, Rob Meyer plucks the bass strings in styles from rockabilly to jazz to Americana and torch ‘n’ twang.

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The California Nonprofits of the Year program helps increase awareness about the critical role nonprofits play in our communities

State Legislators Name Their Nonprofit of the Year

Jun 10, 2025 03:56PM ● By California Association of Nonprofits News Release

In recognition of California Nonprofits Day on May 21st, the California Association of Nonprofits announced on May 20 the 2025 California Nonprofits of the Year.

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Shown is the crew working on one of the shoots for the winning “Future Forward” commercial

United Way Wins Two Telly Awards

Jun 10, 2025 01:23PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

United Way California Capital Region has been honored with two Telly Awards for its brand launch commercial, “Future Forward.”

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Sacramento County Regional Parks is hosting a series of events in June designed to encourage physical activity, wellness and quality family time

Celebrates Family Health and Fitness Day

Jun 10, 2025 12:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County invites residents to get outside and get moving for Family Health and Fitness Day June 14, with a variety of fun, free activities taking place throughout the regional park system.

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SacRT to Suspend Green Line Service During Construction in the Railyards

Jun 05, 2025 11:40AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) will temporarily suspend Green Line light rail service beginning Monday, June 16, 2025, to accommodate major construction in the Railyards, including the addition of a new light rail station at 7th Avenue and Railyards Boulevard.

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