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City Offers Free Tech Training for Residents

Mar 03, 2026 01:29PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove residents can take advantage of a limited-time opportunity for free tech workforce development training through the end of the year.

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Second Elk Grove Chick-fil-A Opens

Feb 24, 2026 04:32PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Black-and-white spotted outfits, floppy ears and even inflatable cow costumes filled a new Chick-fil-A on Thursday, Feb. 19 as the restaurant marked its opening day by offering a free entrée to guests willing to dress the part.

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Chamber To Host 2026 Economic Equity Resource Fair

Feb 24, 2026 04:14PM ● By Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce News Release

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce will host its 2026 Resource Fair from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 19 at District56, located at 8230 Civic Center Drive. The event is free and open to the public.

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Sky River Honors Lunar New Year with Events, Parade Sponsorship

Feb 24, 2026 04:07PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Sky River Casino is honoring the Lunar New Year with a robust celebration that spans across the Sacramento region and reaches into the heart of San Francisco.

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Serving Those Who Served: Veterans Career and Resource Fair

Feb 24, 2026 03:33PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Veterans, transitioning service members and military families are invited to connect with opportunity at the Veterans Career & Resource Fair presented by Elk Grove American Legion Post 55 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 13 at District 56 (8230 Civic Center Drive).

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Terrata Cuts Ribbon on Murieta Hills Model Home

Feb 20, 2026 04:14PM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

About 30 people gathered Feb. 12 for the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of the Terrata Homes model home and sales office at Murieta Hills in Rancho Murieta.

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‘Recycling Is Easy,’ Boss Tootie Raps

Feb 18, 2026 10:51AM ● By Idaly Valencia

A local student and hip-hop artist is using music to teach her peers about recycling and the sorting of food waste through a new collaboration with area waste management company Cal-Waste.

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Arts Center Features Works by Crockett

Feb 18, 2026 10:45AM ● By Elk Grove Fine Arts Center News Release

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will present the “Multi-faceted, many mediums and styles of Marie Crockett” from March 7 to 26.

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Council Picks Survey Road as New Homeless Shelter Site

Feb 18, 2026 10:42AM ● By John McCallum

The City Council voted 4-1 at its Feb. 11 meeting to roll the dice that staff can strike a purchase deal with the property owner of a 1.5-acre parcel at Survey Road and East Stockton Boulevard for use as the location of the city’s permanent homeless shelter.

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Planet Fitness 24/7 Gym Celebrates Grand Opening

Feb 18, 2026 10:32AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Planet Fitness held its grand opening on Feb. 11 at the Laguna 99 shopping center off Elk Grove Boulevard, welcoming current members and new guests to explore the gym’s amenities.

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New Home Sales in Greater Sacramento Region Climb 79%

Feb 16, 2026 12:24PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento area got off to a fast start in January, soaring 79 percent higher than December’s totals, the North State Building Industry Association reported recently.

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Luke Bryan to Perform May 16 at Mahon Ranch

Feb 10, 2026 05:30PM ● By MPG Staff

The city announced in its latest newsletter that Elk Grove will welcome country music star Luke Bryan as part of his 2026 Farm Tour, set to perform at 6 p.m. May 16 at Mahon Ranch.

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Amazon Fresh Grocery Store to Close

Feb 10, 2026 05:23PM ● By Idaly Valencia

After about a year and a half in operation, the Amazon Fresh Market at The Ridge shopping center will soon vacate its space as part of a company-wide decision to close its physical Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores.

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Community Band Sizzles with ‘Hot Spanish Nights’

Feb 10, 2026 05:16PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Community Concert Band, led by conductor Christopher J. Tootle, transported the audience to the vibrant atmosphere of “Hot Spanish Nights” during a performance on Feb. 2 at Joseph Kerr Middle School.

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Guest Wins Sky River’s Largest Table Game Jackpot

Feb 10, 2026 04:17PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Sky River Casino announced its largest BSX Triple Diamond Progressive win to date after a guest hit an extraordinary $700,503.60 jackpot on the table game on Feb. 2.

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Gathered in Gratitude

Feb 04, 2026 09:33AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Dinner Hosted for Local Veteran Advocate

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Winery’s Event Permit Approved Despite Noise Concerns

Feb 04, 2026 09:17AM ● By John McCallum

Owners of the Bartholomew Winery can now offer more and larger events along with events with amplified music after the City Council unanimously approved changes to the city’s Municipal Code for Agricultural-Residential (AR) uses, a new Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and amendments to an existing CUP at its Jan. 28 meeting.

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Planet Fitness Announces Grand Opening

Jan 28, 2026 02:17PM ● By Planet Fitness News Release

Planet Fitness announced on Jan. 16 the grand opening of its new Elk Grove club located at 8457 Elk Grove Blvd.

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Local Leaders, Businesses Honored at Gala

Jan 27, 2026 03:50PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce gathered the local business community Friday, Jan. 16 at District 56 to honor leaders in commerce and community service during its 74th Board Installation and Recognition Gala.

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Celebrate Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras Style

Jan 27, 2026 03:36PM ● By MPG Staff

Elk Grove Park will transform into a vibrant hub of culture and celebration Valentine’s Day weekend as the community comes together to celebrate Lunar New Year Tết with a two-day festival and parade featuring a Mardi Gras twist.

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Casino Names Top Three Nonprofit Winners

Jan 27, 2026 03:11PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Sky River Casino announced the winners of its fourth Annual Wreaths of Hope, a holiday program that celebrates creativity, community spirit and giving back.

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Then and Now: Bob’s Club is a Landmark of Community Spirit

Jan 27, 2026 03:07PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Every building has a history, and 9039 Elk Grove Blvd. stands as one of the oldest and most beloved buildings in Historic Main Street. Known today as Bob’s Club, this two-story, wood-frame building has been a gathering place for nearly 150 years.

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Public Invited to Measure E Oversight Meeting

Jan 21, 2026 02:05PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The Measure E Citizens’ Oversight Committee meets at least twice a year to ensure transparency and accountability. They review revenues and expenditures, examine annual independent financial audits, and evaluate proposed budgets to confirm that spending aligns with community priorities.

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Neil Makes a Deal

Jan 20, 2026 02:37PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Musician Plays, and Wins, on Game Show

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A Stroke of Good Luck

Jan 13, 2026 04:28PM ● By Debbie Lichtman

Local Retired Leaders Swim for a Cause

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City Announces Homeless Shelter Site Options

Jan 13, 2026 04:05PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

After evaluating more than 130 potential sites, the City of Elk Grove has narrowed its search for a permanent homeless shelter to three prospective locations. City officials shared site options Jan. 7 to continue the community conversation on the shelter’s permanent home and seek additional public feedback.

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California Homeowners Could Qualify for Grants for New Roofs and Fire Safety

Jan 13, 2026 03:51PM ● By Levi Sumagaysay, CALMatters.org

Some homeowners in areas of California with high wildfire risk could eventually get money for new roofs or to build fire-resistant zones around their properties under a new state law that went into effect Jan. 1.

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National Action Network, City to Host MLK Breakfast

Jan 12, 2026 10:00AM ● By MPG Staff

The National Action Network Sacramento, in partnership with the City of Elk Grove, will host one of the region’s signature celebrations honoring the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 8:30 a.m. Jan. 17 at District56, located at 8230 Civic Center Drive.

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Applications to Open for City Grant Programs

Jan 07, 2026 02:38PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The online application period for three city grant programs supporting local nonprofit organizations will open Friday, Jan. 9 for funding allocated in next fiscal year (FY 2026-27).

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What’s New? Dining, Retail and Fitness

Jan 07, 2026 02:36PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Elk Grove’s Latest Openings and Business Updates

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City Earns Statewide Recognition for Livability, Affordability

Jan 07, 2026 02:27PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove continues to gain statewide recognition as a city that offers an exceptional quality of life for residents at every stage of life.

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Next Phase Greenlit for Sheldon Park Estates

Jan 07, 2026 02:22PM ● By Idaly Valencia

At its final meeting of the year on Dec. 18, 2025, the Elk Grove Planning Commission reviewed a single agenda item related to the Sheldon Park Estates project, a long-planned rural subdivision at the northeast corner of Waterman Road and Sheldon Road.

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Knight Auto Group Celebrates Three Years in Elk Grove

Jan 07, 2026 02:21PM ● By Knight Automotive Group News Release

The month of December marked a significant milestone for Knight Auto Group as it celebrated three years of serving the Elk Grove community following its acquisition of five long-standing Lasher Auto Group dealerships in the Elk Grove Auto Mall.

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