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Chamber Seeks Nonprofit Vendors for Oct. 1 Mixer

Sep 09, 2026 08:14AM ● By Joe Wirt

Program Booths, Networking Aim to Boost Visibility

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New Library to Celebrate Grand Opening

Sep 09, 2026 08:13AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The new Elk Grove Library will open its doors to the public Saturday, Oct. 10, following years of planning and renovations to transform a former retail building into a larger community library.

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Lodi Resident Wins $583,824 Jackpot at Sky River Casino

Sep 09, 2026 08:04AM ● By Joe Wirt

As Sky River Casino wraps up its anniversary month celebration, one lucky guest is ending August with more than a half a million reasons to celebrate.

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Celebrating Transit Month in September

Sep 08, 2026 04:32PM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

Sacramento riders can earn gift cards by simply logging their rides

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Pitch Elk Grove Winners Get $20,000

Sep 08, 2026 02:18PM ● By StartupSac News Release

More than 100 startups applied, and ten finalists made it to the stage. More than 300 people came together to watch them pitch.

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Global Feast Fest Returns Sept. 12

Sep 01, 2026 02:05PM ● By MPG Staff

Global Feast Fest will return to Elk Grove on Saturday, Sept. 12, bringing international food, live music, cultural vendors and family activities to District56.

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Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

Sep 01, 2026 02:01PM ● By Joe Wirt

When the Sac-Town Rodeo returns to Cal Expo on Sept. 12 and 13, it will bring two days of bull riding, bronc riding, Western tradition and family entertainment to Sacramento.

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Emissions Reduction Plan Approved by California Air Resources Board

Sep 01, 2026 01:58PM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air News Release

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved the South Sacramento Florin Community Emissions Reduction Plan (CERP), marking a major milestone in the Sac Metro Air District’s ongoing partnership with the community to reduce exposure to air pollution and improve public health.

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Nguyen Amendment Guarantees Every Voter an Equal Voice, Regardless of Party

Sep 01, 2026 01:56PM ● By Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen News Release

Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen (D-Elk Grove) on Aug. 25 introduced Assembly Constitution Amendment (ACA 24), the Right to Vote, a proposed amendment to the California Constitution affirming that no eligible voter can be shut out of a publicly funded election because of their party, or lack of one.

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City Seeks Input on Future of Main Street Buildings

Sep 01, 2026 01:49PM ● By By MPG Staff

The City of Elk Grove is expanding its community outreach on the future of two buildings along Historic Main Street, including the former library and nearby Teen Center.

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From Tragedy to Tradition

Aug 31, 2026 05:43PM ● By AMPLIFY 360 News Release

Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

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Finding Capacity and Resilience

Aug 31, 2026 05:04PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Exploring Somatic Therapy and Dream Work with Nicole Lemaster, LFMT, SEP

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What County’s Zoning Code Changes Mean for Residents

Aug 25, 2026 03:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When most people hear the words “Zoning Code,” they probably think about developers, construction projects and a whole lot of rules that have very little to do with their everyday lives, and some people probably don’t ever hear the words “Zoning Code” at all.

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City to End Teen Center Lease, Weigh Youth Services

Aug 25, 2026 03:43PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Elk Grove will not renew its lease with the Teen Center of Elk Grove when the agreement expires at the end of September, citing ongoing operational and financial challenges at the organization.

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Soroptimist Opens Live Your Dream Applications

Aug 25, 2026 03:42PM ● By MPG Staff

Soroptimist International of Elk Grove is accepting applications for its Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women, which can provide eligible recipients with up to $16,000 to support their education and career goals.

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Grind Card Show Returns Sept. 5

Aug 25, 2026 03:37PM ● By MPG Staff

Sports card collectors, traders and other hobby enthusiasts will have a chance to buy, sell and trade collectibles when the Grind Card Show returns Saturday, Sept. 5.

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Competitive Youth Soccer Builds Skills at Fields Across City

Aug 25, 2026 03:35PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The Elk Grove Soccer Club’s competitive schedule over the weekend of Aug. 22-23 started at parks or sports complexes throughout the Elk Grove area.

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Scrimmages Allow Final Tune-Ups Before Season

Aug 25, 2026 03:32PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

High School football scrimmages on Friday, Aug. 21 against non-league schools gave each team a chance to go against someone in a different uniform.

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Careers Take Flight at Mather

Aug 24, 2026 02:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Destination Aviation gives students a hands-on look at aerospace and STEM careers

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Women’s Empowerment Celebrates 25 Years at Silver Anniversary Gala

Aug 24, 2026 12:39PM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Celebrating 25 years of empowering Sacramento women and children to rise from homelessness, Women’s Empowerment will hold its Silver Anniversary Gala on Sept. 25.

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Police Mark Five Years of BBQ in the Beat

Aug 18, 2026 02:04PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Police Department recently wrapped up its 2026 BBQ in the Beat summer series, marking another year of a community program that has brought residents and public safety personnel together over food, activities and conversation.

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Council Approves Bike and E-Bike Codes, Armored Vehicle Purchase

Aug 18, 2026 02:00PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has adopted an ordinance adding regulations to the city’s municipal codes governing the operation, enforcement and administration of bicycles and personal transportation devices (PTDs) in Elk Grove.

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Celebrating Community at Ohana Walk

Aug 18, 2026 01:59PM ● By ACC Senior Services News Release

A simple idea to bring people together has become a beloved Pocket-area tradition.

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Attend ‘Bites with the Bosses’ Networking Event

Aug 18, 2026 01:52PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce and Better Business Bureau (BBB) will host Bites with the Bosses Elk Grove, a networking event bringing together local business professionals, entrepreneurs and community leaders.

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City Hosts Free Back to School Bike Rodeo

Aug 18, 2026 01:51PM ● By MPG Staff

The city of Elk Grove will host a free Back to School Bike Rodeo on Saturday, Aug. 22, at District56 to help students develop safer and more confident bicycling skills as they return to school.

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Herd Football Celebrates 100

Aug 18, 2026 01:49PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

Elk Grove High School football’s Blue & Gold Kick-Off Dinner at the Elk Grove SES Hall celebrated the start of the football season and 100 years of football.

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Pleasant Grove Hosts Clash at the Nest

Aug 18, 2026 01:48PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The Pleasant Grove High School football team hosted it second annual Clash at the Nest season kickoff and community fundraiser event on Friday, Aug. 1.

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Cosumnes CSD to Host Free Swim Bash for Teens Only

Aug 12, 2026 11:34AM ● By MPG Staff

he Cosumnes Community Services District will host a free Teen Pathways End of the Summer Bash from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21 at the Barbara Morse Wackford Community & Aquatic Complex, 9014 Bruceville Road in Elk Grove.

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Elk Grove Resident Named to Local United Way Board

Aug 12, 2026 11:31AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Elk Grove resident and SMUD executive Brandy Bolden has been named to the board of directors for United Way California Capital Region.

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The Bank Shot’s High-Stakes Money Game

Aug 12, 2026 11:30AM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The Bank Shot Billiards & Taproom’s High-Stakes Race to 17 match on Aug. 9 started late due to traffic delays from the Bay Area.

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Sacramento History Museum to Highlight Three Trail-Blazing Women During a Special History on Stage! Live Evening Performance on Aug. 15

Aug 11, 2026 12:49PM ● By Sacramento History Museum News Release

As part of its continuing Chautauqua Speakers Series, the Sacramento History Museum is proud to present "History on Stage! Three California Women Who Refused to Conform," an evening of powerful live performances on Saturday evening, Aug. 15, at 7 p.m.

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Destination Aviation Takes Flight

Aug 10, 2026 12:37PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

California Capital Airshow connects local students with aviation professionals, hands-on experiences and career opportunities

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History of Sacramento Baseball on Display

Aug 05, 2026 08:52AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

For baseball fans looking to escape the summer heat, a drive to the Sacramento History Museum will treat visitors to the Play Ball! exhibit that traces the history of baseball in Sacramento from the first official game in 1860 to the present-day River Cats team.

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Softball Western Nationals Host 130 Teams

Aug 04, 2026 04:28PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

Senior Softball USA (SSUSA) made its way back to Elk Grove for the Western National Championships from Tuesday, July 28 through Sunday, Aug. 2.

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Elk Grove High Class of 1981 Celebrates 45th

Aug 04, 2026 04:20PM ● By Christina Wagner

Elk Grove High School’s Awesome Class of 1981 recently enjoyed its 45-year reunion. Festivities commenced the morning of Friday, July 24 with a golf tournament at Wildhawk Golf Course in Sacramento, followed by a casual evening of food and drink at Dust Bowl Brewery in Elk Grove.

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