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Elk Grove Named California’s Best Place to Live

Mar 24, 2026 02:31PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

There’s a lot to celebrate in Elk Grove. A new study from Livability has ranked Elk Grove as the No. 1 best place to live in California and No. 6 overall in the Western United States, highlighting the city’s strong quality of life and community appeal.

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Live Hydration Spa Elk Grove to Celebrate Grand Opening

Mar 24, 2026 02:27PM ● By Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce News Release

Live Hydration Spa Elk Grove will celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted in partnership with the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 31.

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Closing a Gap: Trail Segments Set for Construction

Mar 24, 2026 02:26PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Construction is set to begin this summer on one mile of two additional multi-use trail segments along the Laguna Creek Trail and Bruceville Road.

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Sierra Donor Services Encourages Donor Registry During Kidney Health Month

Mar 24, 2026 10:54AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

In recognition of Kidney Health Month this March, Sierra Donor Services is calling on all greater Sacramento area residents to register as organ, eye and tissue donors.

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Queens in Action

Mar 23, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Purple Pageant marks a decade of empowering young women on and off stage

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Animal Care Faire

The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire Returns this Spring

Mar 23, 2026 12:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Mark your calendar: The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns on Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bradshaw Animal Shelter, and this year, we’re making it bigger, more vibrant and more fun than ever.

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Family Fun & Playfest Free Fair

Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

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Performing Magic; Providing Meals

Mar 17, 2026 05:18PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

A local magician is putting his talents to work with the help of fellow performers to provide meals for residents who may need the extra support.

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Performing Magic; Providing Meals

Mar 17, 2026 05:18PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

A local magician is putting his talents to work with the help of fellow performers to provide meals for residents who may need the extra support.

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Performing Magic; Providing Meals

Mar 17, 2026 05:18PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

A local magician is putting his talents to work with the help of fellow performers to provide meals for residents who may need the extra support.

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Art Center to Feature Gallery Artist Studio Collection

Mar 17, 2026 05:00PM ● By Elk Grove Fine Arts Center News Release

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will present a Gallery Artist Studio Collection April 4 to 29.

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Historical Society to Support Rhoads School Living History Program on Big Day of Giving

Mar 17, 2026 04:46PM ● By Elk Grove Historical Society News Release

The Elk Grove Historical Society will participate in the annual Big Day of Giving on May 7 with a special fundraiser benefiting the Rhoads School Living History Program.

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Elk Grove Among the Best Small Towns

Mar 17, 2026 04:44PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove and Lodi are among the 40 finalists in the search for America's Favorite Small Town presented by Parade and Steller, the leading platform that connects travel videos to trip-planning and booking.

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Spring Into Action for Arbor Day

Mar 17, 2026 04:42PM ● By Cosumnes Community Services District News Release

Elk Grove residents are invited to roll up their sleeves and give back to their community at Cosumnes Community Services District's Arbor Day Spring Clean-Up event on Saturday, April 11.

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Sacramento County Invites Residents to Celebrate National Day of Play

Mar 17, 2026 11:05AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to step outside, unplug and enjoy the outdoors in celebration of National Day of Play, observed this year on Saturday, March 21.

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Koi Club Hosts Self-Guided Pond Tour

Mar 16, 2026 02:03PM ● By Camellia Koi Club News Release

Discover a hidden world of beauty and tranquility right here in the Sacramento area. The Camellia Koi Club is holding a one-of-a-kind, self-guided pond tour featuring stunning private ponds and koi collections across the region from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25.

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Athletics’ Star Tyler Soderstrom Announces Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament

Mar 16, 2026 12:52PM ● By Athletics News Release

Tyler Soderstrom, a California native and rising star of the Athletics, is proud to announce his Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament, an exclusive fundraising event benefiting EASE and Keaton’s Child Care Alliance.

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From Student to Colleague

Mar 10, 2026 04:25PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Teacher Works Alongside Former Pupil

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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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Shake Off the Winter Blues with $8 A's Tickets

Mar 09, 2026 05:36PM ● By Athletics News Release

The A’s are welcoming fans back to the ballpark this season with $8 tickets for select April and May games at Sutter Health Park, giving families and friends the opportunity to enjoy America’s favorite pastime together with some affordable family fun.

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BurnBot Wins National Award

Mar 09, 2026 03:13PM ● By Verizon News Release

Verizon announced the winners of the 2025 Community Disaster Resilience Prize on March 5 at Cal Expo.

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Sacramento Life Center Launches Community Drives to Support Local Families and Free Women’s Health Services

Mar 09, 2026 01:53PM ● By Sacramento Life Center News Release

Sacramento Life Center is inviting the community to take part in two upcoming drives designed to support local families and provide essential medical services through the organization’s free clinic, Sac Valley Women’s Health.

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Magic Show to Benefit Children

Mar 09, 2026 01:11PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Carmichael-based magicians Dale and Elaine Lorzo are taking their magic to the Sacramento Scottish Rite, 6151 H St., on April 17 for a Kids Carnival and Magic Show fundraiser benefiting children’s communication.

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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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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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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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Native Garden Tour Blooms Across Sacramento

Mar 03, 2026 12:36PM ● By California Native Plant Society News Release

Taking place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 18 and 19, the Gardens Got Natives tour is a free-self guided event featuring forty plus California native plant home, business and school gardens in the Sacramento region.

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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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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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