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Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

Jul 17, 2024 12:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics, educational opportunities and community engagement.

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Local Author Fair Puts Writers, Readers in Touch

Jul 17, 2024 12:29PM ● By Matthew Malone

A Seat at the Table Books held its summer Local Author Fair on July 14, giving authors from the Elk Grove area an opportunity to promote their latest writing and discuss their work with readers and other writers.

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‘Importance of Being Earnest’ Continues

Jul 17, 2024 12:17PM ● By Matthew Malone

There are three more chances to see the Cosumnes River College production of “The Importance of Being Earnest.” The college’s second summer play is the “classic British comedy of manners,” according to its producer.

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Heat is On for Summer Blood Donations to Prevent Shortage

Jul 15, 2024 09:39AM ● By Vitalant News Release

Nonprofit Vitalant is urging all eligible volunteer blood donors to help prevent a summer shortage by giving blood this July.

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Stay Comfortable and Save Money During Heat Wave

Jul 15, 2024 09:35AM ● By SMUD News Release

It’s easy to keep energy use in check without giving up cooling comfort. One of the easiest ways to save is to pay attention to when you use energy.

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Sacramento County Property Assessment Roll Sets New Record

Jul 15, 2024 09:32AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Assessor Christina Wynn announced on July 8 that the annual assessment roll reached a new record high of nearly $243 billion, a 5.18% increase over last year.

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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 15, 2024 09:29AM ● By Caltrans News Release

With a majority of funding coming from Gov, Gavin Newsom’s clean transportation infrastructure package and the California Climate Commitment, on July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California to help communities better withstand the impacts of extreme weather events fueled by climate change.

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A Patriotic Fourth

Jul 11, 2024 12:34PM ● By Matthew Malone

The Fourth of July brought a burst of fun to Elk Grove with the annual Salute to the Red, White and Blue.

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Strauss Festival Stages ‘Two Kingdom Tournament’ July 25-28

Jul 05, 2024 10:16AM ● By Beth Hedlund and Margie Jones

This year’s festival, July 25-28 at Elk Grove Regional Park, will enchant with the story of two kingdom princes competing to win the hand of the beautiful princess.

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Local Register Would Protect Historic Properties

Jul 05, 2024 10:12AM ● By Matthew Malone

In an effort to better protect and recognize Elk Grove’s historically significant properties, city planning staff held an open house on June 27 to educate and gather input on the planned Elk Grove Register of Historic Resources.

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Council Approves Budget, Contract for Zoo

Jul 05, 2024 10:04AM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove City Council signed off on a balanced budget for the coming fiscal year at its June 26 regular meeting, as well as a cost-sharing agreement with the entity looking to move the Sacramento Zoo to Elk Grove.

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Legendary 'Big Boy' Locomotive Visits Roseville July 12-13

Jul 05, 2024 09:37AM ● By MPG Staff

Union Pacific's legendary Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive built to conquer mountains, will make 19 whistle-stops in five states during its Westward Bound Tour from Wyoming to California. In addition, this mighty steam locomotive will be on public display in Roseville from July 12 to July 13.

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Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

Jul 03, 2024 10:22AM ● By MPG Staff

The 18th Annual California Capital Airshow, Presented by Sacramento County in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Legendary Locomotive Makes 19 Whistle Stops

Jun 28, 2024 02:53PM ● By MPG Staff

Big Boy No. 4014 Features Public Display Days in Roseville

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Juneteenth Highlights Freedom, Resilience

Jun 28, 2024 12:13PM ● By Matthew Malone

Two community groups celebrated Black culture this month in the lead-up to Juneteenth, a commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States.

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Have a Blast at City’s 20th July 4 Salute

Jun 28, 2024 11:48AM ● By Matthew Malone

The city of Elk Grove is gearing up for the nation’s birthday with its 20th annual Salute to the Red, White and Blue festival.

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Jordan is City's New Development Services Director

Jun 28, 2024 11:42AM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove City Manager Jason Behrmann announced on June 20 the selection of Christopher Jordan as the city’s next development services director. Jordan will assume his new role with the city on July 28.

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Juneteenth Spotlights Black Pro Players from Elk Grove

Jun 28, 2024 11:32AM ● By Alejandro Barron

Union troops on June 19, 1865, arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas, with the news that slaves in the United States were free on what became known as Juneteenth.

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California Live ’24 Basketball Tournament Taking Place in Roseville

Jun 26, 2024 11:54AM ● By Blue Oaks Media News Release

Many of the Best Boys’ High School Basketball Teams in California, with a Few from Arizona and Nevada, and Some of the Most Highly Recruited Players in the Nation will Compete in the Boys California Live ‘24 Tournament Friday (June 28) through Sunday (June 30) at the Roebbelen Center in Roseville

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Fireworks and July 4

Jun 25, 2024 04:05PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Keep it Safe, Keep it Legal

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Rotary Grove Refreshed

Jun 20, 2024 10:38AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Rotary Grove picnic area at Elk Grove Regional Park is back in service, with Cosumnes Community Services District and Rotary Club of Elk Grove coming together on June 12 to celebrate the “revitalized” space’s new look.

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Council Delays Budget Vote

Jun 20, 2024 09:45AM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove City Council on June 12 took a second look at the proposed budget for fiscal year 2024-25 but it held off on a vote so that all councilmembers could have a say.

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Rec Center to Offer ‘Holistic’ Fitness at Morse Park

Jun 20, 2024 09:44AM ● By Matthew Malone

The CORE Recreation Center, under construction at Morse Community Park, is projected to draw more than 1,700 members by 2026, Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) staff said at the June 5 board of directors’ regular meeting.

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SARTA Awards $500 Microgrant to the Happy Hour Theatre Company

Jun 18, 2024 04:06PM ● By Sacramento Area Regional Theatre Alliance (SARTA) News Release

Sacramento Area Regional Theatre Alliance Awards Microgrant to a Local Theatre Group

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Sacramento Native Competes for Team Navy in the 2024 Warrior Games

Jun 18, 2024 03:52PM ● By Alyssa Ross, Navy Installations Command

Sacramento Native Will Join More than 250 Seriously Wounded, Ill, and Injured Service Members and Veterans at the Department of Defense (DOD) Warrior Games Challenge

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Sacramento’s K-ZAP Launches Donation Drive

Jun 18, 2024 02:08PM ● By K-ZAP News Release

Sacramento's Beloved K-ZAP Launched its "10 To Feed the Kitty" Donation Drive on June 9.

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Youth Offered Free RydeFreeRT Cards

Jun 18, 2024 11:57AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

Area Youth Can Enjoy More Freedom this Summer Via Sacramento Regional Transit District’s RydeFreeRT, the Fare-Free Transit Program for Students/Youth

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Prepare for Boating Hazards

Jun 14, 2024 11:49AM ● By U.S. National Weather Service News Release

Check Weather Forecast and Make Sure Your Boat has Essential and Required Safety Equipment and Communications Tools

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Bounty Event Boosts Scholarships

Jun 13, 2024 11:33AM ● By Matthew Malone

In support of its efforts to fund students’ education goals, Elk Grove Regional Scholarship Foundation hosted its annual Bounty on the Boulevard fundraiser on June 2, offering a banquet of food, wine and beer from area restaurants, wineries and breweries.

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Report: Elk Grove Has 83 Without Shelter

Jun 13, 2024 11:23AM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The 2024 Point in Time count, released June 5 by Steps Forward, estimates that Elk Grove has 83 unsheltered people, accounting for 2.1% of the county’s unsheltered population.

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Rancheria to Expand Casino

Jun 13, 2024 11:22AM ● By Matthew Malone

Wilton Rancheria announced on June 7 that it is expanding its Sky River Casino, with planned additions over the next three years including a hotel, an expanded gaming floor, and a pool and spa.

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New Health Techs Help Address ‘Elder Care Cliff’

Jun 13, 2024 11:15AM ● By Joe Wirt

A Sacramento-area in-home care agency recently recognized nine employees who completed a program giving them the skills to help patients stay in their homes and out of the hospital.

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