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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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Traffic Advisory Issued for Gobble Wobble Run

Nov 21, 2025 02:12PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

To accommodate the Elk Grove Gobble Wobble 5K Family Fun Run on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 27, road closures and alternative routes will be set up between the hours of 6:30 to 11:00 am.

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City Celebrates 25 Years with Puzzle Release

Nov 20, 2025 02:49PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The City of Elk Grove is collaborating with renowned folk artist Eric Dowdle to offer a unique city keepsake that honors Elk Grove’s vibrant community character, available for purchase Nov. 24 at District56 (9701 Big Horn Blvd.).

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David Reilly Selected as New School District Superintendent

Nov 20, 2025 10:16AM ● By Elk Grove Unified School District News Release

At its Nov.18 meeting, the Elk Grove Unified School District (EGUSD) Board of Trustees approved the superintendent contract for David Reilly.

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Parade Honors Hometown Racing Hero

Nov 19, 2025 03:49PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The Elk Grove community gathered on Friday, Nov. 14 for yet another parade during the week, but this time honoring Elk Grove native Kyle Larson.

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Council Denies Appeal, Approves Maverik Fueling Station Project

Nov 19, 2025 02:58PM ● By John McCallum

Elk Grove City Council voted unanimously at its Nov. 12 meeting to deny an appeal of a Planning Commission decision and uphold that decision to grant a conditional use permit (CUP) allowing construction of a Maverik fuel station and convenience store at the corner of East Stockton Boulevard and Grant Line Road.

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Wilton Winter Festival Slated for Dec. 6

Nov 19, 2025 02:54PM ● By Patsy Nemetz

Kick off the holiday season with a full day of festive fun at the 17th annual Wilton Winter Festival & Parade! Bring your family, friends and holiday cheer: There’s something for everyone!

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Water District Dedicates Garden to Former Board Chair

Nov 19, 2025 02:51PM ● By Elk Grove Water District News Release

In a heartfelt ceremony held on Nov. 14, the Elk Grove Water District formally dedicated its new water-wise demonstration garden in honor of former board member Sophia Scherman.

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Barbershop Gives Back with Food and Haircut Giveaway

Nov 19, 2025 02:40PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Fade Room is inviting community members who need help feeding their families this holiday season to stop by for a free haircut and grocery giveaway from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 23.

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Tribal Flag Raised at City Hall

Nov 12, 2025 03:49PM ● By Idaly Valencia

On Monday, Nov. 3, the City of Elk Grove marked a historic first by raising a tribal flag at City Hall to celebrate the start of Native American Heritage Month.

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Running for Families in Need

Nov 12, 2025 03:43PM ● By Inez Whitlow, Founder and Executive Director of Chicks in Crisis

Annual Community Gobble Wobble 5K Returns

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Assemblymember Nguyen to Host Turkey, Food Distributions

Nov 12, 2025 03:39PM ● By MPG Staff

Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen invites the community to a Thanksgiving drive-thru turkey giveaway at 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, and drive-thru food distributions with free fresh produce from 9 a.m. every Tuesday in November.

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‘Share the Warmth’ Coat Drive Supports College Students

Nov 12, 2025 03:34PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Basic Needs Center at Cosumnes River College, known as the Hawk CARES Center, is hosting a Share the Warmth Coat Drive through Nov. 21 at its on-campus location at 8401 Center Parkway.

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Chamber to Host Food Drive Mixer to Support Families

Nov 12, 2025 03:17PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce announced it will have a food drive in response to the unexpected hardship that many Elk Grove families are facing due to the recent government shutdown and the suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.

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Sacramento Ballet Offers Bold Visions, Timeless Classics

Nov 10, 2025 04:29PM ● By Sacramento Ballet News Release

Sacramento Ballet’s highly anticipated 2025-26 season has started.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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City to Review Appeal of Maverik Gas Station

Nov 05, 2025 02:15PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove City Council will hold a special meeting Nov. 12 to review several items, including an appeal of the proposed Maverik Gas Station, a project approved earlier this fall by the Planning Commission.

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New Regional Veterans Memorial to Cap Annual Parade

Nov 05, 2025 01:53PM ● By MPG Staff

The Cosumnes Community Services District, in collaboration with the Elk Grove American Legion Posts 55 and 233, invites residents to celebrate local veterans with the annual parade, ceremony and community picnic.

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New Art in Old Town Depicts Community Heritage

Nov 05, 2025 12:53PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The City of Elk Grove has unveiled “Hello-Goodbye,” a large-scale sculptural installation by nationally recognized artist Stephen Fairfield.

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SacSewer accepted the 2025 Utility of the Future Today award

SacSewer Named Utility of the Future Today Recipient

Nov 03, 2025 01:49PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

The Sacramento region’s sewage collection, treatment and resource recovery utility has earned national recognition for its innovative partnerships that protect local waterways and strengthen community resilience.

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Diversity, Safety Drive City’s Immigrant Population Growth

Oct 30, 2025 04:24PM ● By Logan Chrisp and Zoya Altabaa

Elk Grove has become one of the fastest-growing immigrant destinations in the Sacramento area. Census data from 2019 to 2023 shows that about 44,300 of the city’s residents are foreign-born, an increase of roughly 9,200, or about 26%, from a decade earlier.

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Finding Joy in Costumes and Care

Oct 29, 2025 03:09PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Spirit Halloween Brightens Day for Young Patient

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Community, Local Leaders Celebrate New Food Bank Mural

Oct 29, 2025 02:58PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Roger Neria

Fresh, colorful paint has been added to Elk Grove’s landscape, this time brightening the Elk Grove Food Bank Services exterior with butterflies, ladybugs and larger-than-life sunflowers set against a baby blue sky.

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Council Approves First Step to Adopt 2025 State Building Codes

Oct 29, 2025 02:51PM ● By John McCallum

Elk Grove City Council took the first step Oct. 22 in adopting by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Code by approving the first reading of an ordinance incorporating those requirements, along with local amendments, into the city’s Municipal Code Title 16 relating to building and construction.

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Community Takes Steps for Breast Cancer Awareness at CORE

Oct 29, 2025 02:44PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The CORE Recreation Center capped a month of breast cancer awareness with a community walk, jog and run on Saturday, Oct. 25.

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CSD Board Approves Fire Code Updates, Professional Services and LAFCo Seats

Oct 29, 2025 02:40PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) Board of Directors met Oct. 15 to discuss several agenda items, including the 2025 California Fire Code, new on-call profes¬sional service contracts and appointments to the Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo).

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Eagles Take the Win in ‘Battle of The Groves’

Oct 29, 2025 02:36PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The Pleasant Grove Eagles traveled Oct. 24 to play the Elk Grove Thundering Herd in not just Elk Grove’s senior night, but in the “Battle of The Groves” rivalry game.

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Tule River Indian Tribe of California Reclaims 17,030 Acres and Reintroduces Tule Elk on Ancestral Land

Oct 29, 2025 02:25PM ● By California Natural Resources Agency News Release

Funded through California Natural Resource Agency’s Tribal Nature-Based Solutions Program, Wildlife Conservation Board’s Habitat Conservation Fund, and private philanthropic partners, for the Tule River Indian Tribe, the return facilitated by The Conservation Fund restores sacred homelands, renews access to traditional foods and medicines and strengthens cultural continuity for future generations

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FootGolf Aims for Large Holes at Emerald Lakes

Oct 29, 2025 02:24PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

On Sunday, Oct. 26, Emerald Lakes Golf Course hosted a fall festival, not for regular golf, but for FootGolf, a mixture of golf and soccer.

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Casino, Wilton Rancheria Donate $1M to City Improvements

Oct 24, 2025 11:15AM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

On Oct. 23, Wilton Rancheria and Sky River Casino jointly presented a supplemental regional roadway contribution of $1,070,000 to the City of Elk Grove.

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Flooring Liquidators Opens New Local Showroom

Oct 24, 2025 10:40AM ● By Flooring Liquidators News Release

Flooring Liquidators, one of California’s largest independent flooring retailers, announced on Oct. 23 that the opening of its newest showroom at 10299 East Stockton Blvd.

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City Sees Fast Rise in Home Values

Oct 23, 2025 12:04PM ● By Samuel Bierdeman and Ruth Finch

Elk Grove’s home values have risen sharply since the start of the pandemic, outstripping the rest of Sacramento County.

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Arts Center Features ‘Small Treasures’ and Elk Grove Through Your Lens

Oct 23, 2025 11:59AM ● By Elk Grove Fine Arts Center News Release

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will present “Small Treasures and Holiday Gifts” from Nov. 1 to Dec. 28 with First Saturday Public Receptions on Nov. 1 and Dec. 6 from 4 to 7 p.m.

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Commission Approves Elk Grove Subaru in Auto Mall

Oct 23, 2025 11:50AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove Planning Commission approved plans for a new Subaru dealership during its regular meeting on Thursday, Oct. 16.

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for ACES ABA

Oct 23, 2025 11:46AM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 17 to celebrate the grand opening of ACES ABA, a new local therapy center at 9129 Elk Grove Blvd.

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