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Reservist with Elk Grove Ties Among U.S. Troops Killed Overseas

Mar 10, 2026 04:06PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Chief Warrant Officer Three Robert M. Marzan, a U.S. Army Reservist and Elk Grove native, was among six U.S. service members who lost their lives in an incident tied to the conflict involving Iran, according to federal and state officials.

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Cherry Blossom Festival Returns

Mar 10, 2026 04:04PM ● By MPG Staff

In recognition of the Japanese tradition of celebrating cherry blossom season, The Creative Space will host its second annual Cherry Blossom Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 21 at Old Town Plaza.

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for The Paint Connection

Mar 10, 2026 03:59PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Feb. 27 for The Paint Connection, a new, locally owned paint supply store at 8161 Elk Grove Blvd., Suite 1.

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Lions Club Recognized with CSD Proclamation

Mar 10, 2026 03:57PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Lions Club was honored by the Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) Board of Directors at its March 4 meeting in celebration of the nonprofit organization’s 75-year anniversary.

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Nonprofit to Host Third Annual Pickleball Tourney

Mar 10, 2026 03:54PM ● By MPG Staff

Local nonprofit Logan’s Little Warriors will host its third annual Pickleball Tournament Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22 at Cosumnes River College, 8401 Center Parkway in Sacramento.

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Troubies Softball Falls Late at Laguna Creek

Mar 10, 2026 03:51PM ● By St. Francis High School Athletics News Release

Senior center fielder Alexis McFarland and sophomore pitcher Kaili Heeb each smacked RBI doubles, but St. Francis surrendered five runs in the fifth and sixth innings to see its 2-2 battle wither to a 7-2 loss at Laguna Creek in non-league girls' fastpitch action Saturday, March 7.

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Elk Grove Citizen - March 6, 2026

Mar 03, 2026 03:39PM ● By MPG Staff

How to be ‘Uniquely You’

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How to be ‘Uniquely You’

Mar 03, 2026 01:45PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Teen Poet Writes to Inspire Girls

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‘Running of the Elk’ to Mark 15th Year

Mar 03, 2026 01:40PM ● By MPG Staff

Elk Grove residents can lace up their shoes once again in support of local youth sports during the 15th annual Kaiser Permanente Running of the Elk 5K, 10K and Kids’ Fun Runs, set for 8 a.m. Sunday, March 29.

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Council Approves Medical Waste Transfer Facility Location

Mar 03, 2026 01:37PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council voted unanimously at its Feb. 25 meeting to amend sections of its zoning code to allow operation of a medical waste transfer facility in an existing commercial building on Survey Road.

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Class of 1981 to Reunite July 25

Mar 03, 2026 01:31PM ● By Elk Grove High School Class of ’81 Reunion Committee News Release

Elk Grove High School’s Class of 1981 will celebrate its 45-year reunion on Saturday, July 25.

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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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Wilton Rancheria Endorses Matsui for Re-Election

Mar 03, 2026 01:27PM ● By Wilton Rancheria News Release

Wilton Rancheria announced on Feb. 26 its endorsement of Doris Matsui for California’s 7th Congressional District Seat.

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Sacramento County Public Defender Awarded for Innovation

Mar 03, 2026 01:24PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California State Association of Counties awarded the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office on Feb. 11 with a 2025 Challenge Award for its innovative Juvenile Pre-Trail Program.

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Elk Grove Citizen - February 27, 2026

Feb 25, 2026 02:31PM ● By MPG Staff

Second Elk Grove Chick-fil-A Opens

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From Elk Grove to France: One Athlete’s Journey Continues

Feb 25, 2026 09:25AM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photo by Nathan Felix Valencia

Citizen sports freelancer Nathan Felix Valencia is now playing football for Les Centaures de Grenoble in France.

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Sheldon Walks Off in Extra Innings Over Troubies

Feb 25, 2026 09:22AM ● By St. Francis High School News Release

Junior catcher Jocelyn Villaflor hit 2-for-3 while infielders Arielle Alcantar and Hazel Pryor each ripped doubles but St. Francis fell in extra innings, 3-2, against former Delta League rival Sheldon in a non-league prep softball contest at Mary Jo Truesdale Field on Monday night.

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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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Elk Grove Unified Board Raises Trustee Pay, Approves Layoffs

Feb 24, 2026 04:22PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove Unified School District board voted to sharply increase trustee pay during its Feb. 17 meeting, the same night it approved layoffs and reassignments affecting dozens of classified positions, decisions that drew criticism from community members during public comment.

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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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Franklin Elementary Choir Performs for School Board

Feb 24, 2026 04:03PM ● By MPG Staff

Smiles filled the Elk Grove Unified School District boardroom the evening of Feb. 17 as the Franklin Elementary School choir performed the “Kindness Song.”

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Police Investigate Shot Fired in Raising Cane’s Parking Lot

Feb 24, 2026 03:35PM ● By MPG Staff

At 11:33 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 the Elk Grove Police Department issued a notice on social media regarding police activity at the Marketplace 99 South near Bond Road and East Stockton Boulevard.

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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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Police to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

Feb 18, 2026 12:28PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

The Elk Grove Police Department will be conducting a Sobriety/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday, Feb. 20 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 7 p.m. and 3 a.m.

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Elk Grove Citizen - February 20, 2026

Feb 18, 2026 11:01AM ● By MPG Staff

‘Recycling Is Easy,’ Boss Tootie Raps

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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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Mustangs Football & Cheer to Host ‘Kickoff Night’

Feb 18, 2026 10:35AM ● By MPG Staff

The Monterey Trail Jr. Mustangs Football & Cheer program is accepting sign-ups for the 2026 season, under the guidance of the Monterey Trail High School Athletic & Football program, for students in sixth through eighth grade.

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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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League of California Cities Honors City Manager

Feb 18, 2026 10:28AM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove City Manager Jason Behrmann has been awarded the League of California Cities’ Wes McClure Award of Distinction, one of the highest honors in California local government, recognizing exceptional leadership, integrity, innovation and service.

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Fire Department Shares Garage Fire Safety Tips

Feb 18, 2026 10:27AM ● By Cosumnes Fire Department News Release

The Cosumnes Fire Department recently responded to several structure fires that all started in garages. Though these incidents were not related and had different causes; they can serve as an important reminder that garages can be high-risk spaces.

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Three Arrested Following Late-Night Catalytic Converter Thefts

Feb 17, 2026 05:11PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

A vehicle carrying three suspects entered the parking lot of an apartment complex in the 10000 block of Bruceville Road at about 2 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 8. The suspects cut and stole two catalytic converters from separate vehicles.

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