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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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Girls Volleyball Moves into League Play

Sep 09, 2026 08:09AM ● By Joe Wirt

Football is not the only high school sport played during the fall. Girls volleyball has been played since late August.

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Troubie Flag Posts Two Shutouts

Sep 09, 2026 08:05AM ● By Mark Honbo

Senior Natalia Zitelli scored two receiving touchdowns while posting seven tackles for losses on the defensive side, and sophomore Lily Hosseini caught a pair of red-zone scores, leading St. Francis varsity and junior varsity to respective shutouts against former Delta League foes in non-league flag football action.

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High School Football is Back

Sep 01, 2026 01:47PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The long wait is over. After months of training, practice and scrimmages, the high school football season finally began with games on Friday, Aug. 28.

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10U All-Star Team Has Tremendous Season

Sep 01, 2026 01:41PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

Elk Grove Youth Baseball’s 10U Blue All-Stars had an incredible journey this season, which led them to the Cal Ripken World Series.

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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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Teen Fire Camp Returns

Aug 25, 2026 03:03PM ● By MPG Staff

The Cosumnes Fire Department will host a free two-day Teen Fire Camp Oct. 24-25 for youth ages 14 to 18 interested in learning about firefighting, emergency medical services and careers in the fire service.

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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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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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Friday Night Lights Soon to Come

Aug 12, 2026 11:27AM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

High school football is right around the corner and approaching fast. And two high schools celebrated by having a kickoff event to bring support to the teams and school leading into the 2026-27 school year.

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Elk Grove Surf Hosts Sunstroke Cup

Aug 04, 2026 04:23PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The long-running Sunstroke Cup made its way back to Elk Grove, as the first of three events that the Elk Grove Surf Soccer Club will host during the 2026-27 school year.

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Still Time to Visit the State Fair

Jul 28, 2026 01:17PM ● By Ornella Rossi

What to Know Before the Final Weekend

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Visions in Motion Leaves Lasting Impact

Jul 28, 2026 01:14PM ● By MPG Staff

In recognition of the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 26, the City of Elk Grove celebrated the work of Visions in Motion, a local nonprofit that partners with city departments to promote inclusion while serving the community.

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Calvary Christian Center Hosts National Night Out

Jul 28, 2026 01:07PM ● By MPG Staff

It’s almost that time of the year! National Night Out, held every year on the first Tuesday in August is a community-building campaign designed to bring law enforcement and neighbors together to promote safety and unity.

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Gear Up for Summer Concerts

Jul 28, 2026 01:03PM ● By MPG Staff

Live music, local talent and family-friendly entertainment will take center stage this August as the Cosumnes Community Services District’s Hot Summer Nights Concert Series returns to Laguna Town Hall Amphitheatre.

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Signing Day for Elk Grove Native Soccer Player

Jul 28, 2026 01:01PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

It was a big day for Azteca FC on Saturday, July 25, as friends and family of each athlete showed up in support of the athletes signing their National Letters of Intent to compete in college.

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10U All-Stars Headed to World Series

Jul 21, 2026 03:12PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

After a week of pool play between the 10 teams that qualified to play in the Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament, four teams made it to the single elimination bracket: both Hawaii teams, one Northern California team (Elk Grove) and one Arizona team.

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Elk Grove Aquatics Club Hosts Bill Rose Classic

Jul 21, 2026 03:05PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The Elk Grove Aquatics Club (EGAC) hosted the 2026 Bill Rose Classic July 16-19 at the Elk Grove Aquatic Center. It is one of the more competitive swim meets in the Sierra Nevada region.

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Start of 2026 Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament

Jul 14, 2026 03:23PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The 10U Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament makes its way back to Elk Grove for a second straight year.

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Keep Kids Safe Around Water This Summer

Jul 06, 2026 01:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As temperatures rise and families look for ways to stay cool, Sacramento County reminds parents and caregivers that water safety should be a top priority throughout the summer months.

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11U All-Stars Headed to Nevada for Regional Tournament

Jun 30, 2026 11:40AM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia

The Cal Ripken State Tournament was held June 13-June 19 in Woodland, with two teams representing Elk Grove: Elk Grove Blue and Elk Grove Gold.

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Elks Golf Club Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Student Golfers

Jun 23, 2026 02:45PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie, photos by Antonio Azevedo

The Elks Golf Club proudly presented four scholarship awards totaling $10,000 to graduating high school seniors who participated in their school golf programs and will continue their education in college.

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A Safe Place at Special Kids Day

Jun 02, 2026 05:07PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Lions Clubs from across the Sacramento region gathered at Depot Park (16 Business Park Way) on May 16 for the annual Special Kids Day, an event designed to provide youth with special needs a safe and inclusive space to enjoy a carnival-style celebration with their families.

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District Graduation Ceremony Schedule Highlighted

May 19, 2026 02:52PM ● By Elk Grove Unified School District News Release

With the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year quickly approaching, graduation season is once again in full swing.

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Bringing International Debate to Local Campuses

May 13, 2026 09:42AM ● By Idaly Valencia

A student-led effort to expand opportunities for youth to debate international issues and strengthen their public speaking skills is gaining momentum across high school campuses in Elk Grove.

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Spring Palooza Poster Winners Honored

May 12, 2026 04:49PM ● By MPG Staff

Two high school students were recognized during the May 5 Elk Grove Unified School District board meeting for winning the Elk Grove Spring Palooza poster contest themed “Bee A Pollinator.”

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'Spring Palooza' Arrives This Weekend

Apr 29, 2026 04:04PM ● By Elk Grove Spring Palooza News Release

The community is invited to attend the Elk Grove Spring Palooza (formerly known as the Western Festival) happening May 1 to 3 at Elk Grove Regional Park.

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‘World Thinking Day’ Inspires Girl Scouts

Apr 28, 2026 04:23PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

The event brought together troops from elementary through high school across Elk Grove/Galt Service Unit 144. Participants explored customs of fellow Girl Scouts from around the world and highlighted their cultural traditions through interactive cardboard displays.

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