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Sowing Seeds in Northern California

Dec 04, 2025 09:14AM ● By Idaly Valencia

New Chicano Bookstore Opens in Sacramento

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Film Grants to Support Local Productions

Dec 04, 2025 09:03AM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The City of Sacramento’s Film + Media office now is accepting applications for its film grant, which works to sustain and foster growth in film and television production in the city of Sacramento.

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Gobble Wobblers Run for Charity

Dec 03, 2025 03:38PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The Elk Grove 5K Gobble Wobble, sponsored by the nonprofit organization Chicks in Crisis, started at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day following a kids’ fun run.

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City Prepares for Main Street Open House, Streetscape Work

Dec 03, 2025 03:29PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Elk Grove is advising residents of upcoming streetscape work and inviting the community to an open house as part of ongoing efforts to update Old Town Elk Grove and Historic Main Street, according to its latest newsletter.

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Annual Holiday Food & Craft Fair Returns

Dec 03, 2025 03:13PM ● By MPG Staff

Figuring out what to get your loved ones this holiday season? Find a present for everyone on your list at The Creative Space’s biggest event of the year from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 20.

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Sowing Seeds in Northern California

Dec 03, 2025 03:09PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

New Chicano Bookstore Opens in Region

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High School Wrestling, Basketball, Soccer are Next Up

Dec 03, 2025 02:52PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

With the fall high school sports post season coming to a close, the winter sports have already begun their seasons.

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SacRT Holiday Bus Returns to Spread Cheer and Support Foster Youth

Dec 02, 2025 03:55PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is proud to launch the 2025 Holiday Bus today, offering fare-free rides and festive cheer across the Sacramento region throughout the month of December.

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Keeping Your Peace Through the Holidays

Dec 02, 2025 01:07PM ● By MPG Staff

While many residents spend the season preparing Thanksgiving meals, lighting the menorah, decorating their homes or planning festive gatherings, others experience the holidays as a period of heightened stress.

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Animal Shelter Hosts ‘Home for the Pawlidays’ Foster Event

Nov 26, 2025 10:18AM ● By Elk Grove Animal Services News Release

The Elk Grove Animal Shelter is inviting the community to open their hearts and homes this season through its Home for the Pawlidays Dog Foster Event on Wednesday, Nov. 26, from noon to 5 p.m.

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Hanukkah Celebration Dec. 14 in Elk Grove

Nov 25, 2025 04:24PM ● By MPG Staff

Rabbi Chaim Groner and Chabad of Elk Grove invite the entire Elk Grove community to its fourth annual Chanukah celebration “Light Up Elk Grove” from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14, at Old Town Plaza, 9615 Railroad St.

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Filling Need, Feeding Hope

Nov 25, 2025 02:38PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Elk Grove Food Bank Services role has become even more critical in recent months, helping feed families in times of need.

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Holiday Spirit in the Grove

Nov 25, 2025 02:11PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Festive Community Events Roundup

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Christopher Cellars Approved for Outdoor Center Events

Nov 25, 2025 01:45PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove Planning Commission reviewed a request on Nov. 6 for a proposal that would allow an “outdoor event center” at the Bartholomew Vineyards grounds, home to Christopher Cellars winery.

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for New Vinyl and Print Store

Nov 25, 2025 01:43PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting Nov. 19 for SacTown’s Finest Vinyl and Print, located at 9277 Bendel Place Suite 235.

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Adult Co-Ed Volleyball Nearing Playoffs

Nov 25, 2025 01:38PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The Cosumnes CSD’s Adult League volleyball played three games Thursday, Nov. 20 at the Wackford Community Center.

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Barnes & Noble Among Tenants Planned for Village Center

Nov 25, 2025 01:18PM ● By MPG Staff

The real estate company overseeing The Village project at Elk Grove and Big Horn boulevards has released an online brochure that includes a Barnes & Noble bookstore among its future tenants.

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Jingle All the Way to Santa’s Village

Nov 24, 2025 03:30PM ● By Seth Henderson

New Holiday Experience on River Fox Train Unveiled

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Celebrating a Community Choir

Nov 24, 2025 03:13PM ● By Seth Henderson

River City Chorale Celebrates 50 Years in the Sacramento Region

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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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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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‘Elk Grove Through Your Lens’

Nov 19, 2025 03:24PM ● By Idaly Valencia

City Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Photo Contest

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Community Parade Salutes Veterans, Service

Nov 19, 2025 03:12PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

Friends and families gathered Tuesday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans who have served and those who are currently serving our country in the military.

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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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Giving Machines Help Local Charities ‘Light the World’

Nov 18, 2025 02:21PM ● By Gary Zavoral

Residents throughout the greater Sacramento area have already started to “Light the World” through Giving Machines, vending machines with items representing life-changing gifts for those in need.

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Turkey Trots and Table Spreads

Nov 17, 2025 01:10PM ● By MPG Staff

Ways to Celebrate this Thanksgiving

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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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Bowl Games Begin Football Postseason

Nov 12, 2025 03:16PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The end of regular season games brings the postseason, whether teams are playing in a bowl game or in the playoffs. Friday, Nov. 7 was the first night of the postseason, with four teams from the Delta League competing in bowl games.

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