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Mustangs Fall to 0-2 in Loss to Pittsburg

Sep 05, 2024 10:06AM ● By Alejandro Barron

Like last season, the Monterey Trail Mustangs fell to 0-2 to start the season as they lost to the Pittsburg Pirates on Aug. 30 by a score of 42-13.

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High School Football Roundup for Elk Grove: Week 1

Aug 29, 2024 10:11AM ● By Brandon Long

This past Friday, Aug. 23, kicked off the 2024 high school football season and as expected, it did not disappoint.

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College Football Rosters Showcase EG Talent

Aug 29, 2024 10:05AM ● By Brandon Long

With the college football season quickly approaching, keep an eye out for these local student-athletes to make a name for themselves at the Division I level and bring even more eyes to the Elk Grove area as college coaches seek out more talent to round out their rosters.

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SacRT Celebrates Launch of New Low-Floor Light Rail Vehicles

Aug 28, 2024 04:54PM ● By SacRT News Release

Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is celebrating the launch of the new S700 low-floor light rail vehicles on Tuesday, Sept. 3, with a press conference followed by a community event.

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Valley High: Long-term Project

Aug 27, 2024 05:54PM ● By Alejandro Barron

Following Donald James’ first year as the head coach of Valley High School, he’s still trying to exceed expectations for his squad.

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Knight Foundry Monthly Self-Guided Walking Tour Day

Aug 20, 2024 04:52PM ● By Knight Foundry Alliance News Release

Historic Knight Foundry in Sutter Creek welcomes the public at its monthly 4th Saturday Self-Guided Walking Tour Day.

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Free Heart Screening for Youth Scheduled for Oct. 6

Aug 20, 2024 09:32AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

One in 300 youth has an undiagnosed heart condition that puts them at risk for sudden cardiac arrest

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Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

Aug 19, 2024 05:05PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins

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Free Playmaker Flag Football Launches

Aug 19, 2024 01:59PM ● By Carol Feineman

National Football League (NFL) FLAG games give boys and girls of all abilities an opportunity to develop fundamental football skills in a positive, inclusive environment, according to the NFL FLAG organization.

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 - Florin High: Heart and Grit

Aug 15, 2024 09:09AM ● By Alejandro Barron

Despite a 0-10 record last season, the Florin Panthers have the heart to turn things around, head coach Dan Davis said.

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 - Franklin High: Program Turnaround

Aug 15, 2024 09:00AM ● By Alejandro Barron

It’s been seven years since the Franklin Wildcats have been in the playoffs, and head coach Joseph McCray is looking to break that playoff drought.

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Sac County Awarded with WIC Breastfeeding Award

Aug 14, 2024 01:09PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program has been recognized with the 2024 Women, Infants, and Children Breastfeeding Award of Excellence Program Premiere Award by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Services.

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EG Heads Back to School

Aug 09, 2024 10:43AM ● By Matthew Malone

The new school year is just around the corner for many students in Elk Grove Unified School District.

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Pleasant Grove: Experience Brings High Hopes

Aug 09, 2024 10:16AM ● By Brandon Long

As Joshua Crabtree enters his third year at the helm for the Pleasant Grove Eagles, he is looking forward to a lot.

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Cosumnes Oaks: Youth and Speed

Aug 09, 2024 09:41AM ● By Alejandro Barron

Heading into his fourth year as head coach of the Wolfpack, Martin Billings has been able to turn things around for the program.

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School Bonds Go to Voters in Fall

Aug 09, 2024 09:25AM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove Unified School District residents will decide in November whether to approve $542 million in school bonds.

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Help Your Pets Beat the Heat

Aug 06, 2024 04:48PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Extreme heat waves continue to affect Sacramento County and it's crucial for pet owners to ensure their furry friends stay safe and comfortable

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Monterey Trail: New League, Same Mentality

Aug 01, 2024 09:49AM ● By Alejandro Barron

Since joining the Metro League in the 2018 season, the Monterey Trail Mustangs posted a 27-0 record, which included three consecutive Sac-Joaquin section championship games that were lost.

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Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Laguna Creek: Offensive Threats

Aug 01, 2024 09:42AM ● By Alejandro Barron

The newest addition to the Delta League is the Laguna Creek Cardinals, who haven’t played in that league since 2013.

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Herd Senior Lucan Amituanai Ranked Among Best in State

Aug 01, 2024 09:36AM ● By Brandon Long

It has already been an exciting summer for Lucan Amituanai, the senior defensive end/defensive lineman from Elk Grove High School.

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Edible Food Recovery Microgrants Available

Jul 31, 2024 11:52AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Capital Food Access Alliance – a regional collaboration between Sacramento County and the cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Galt, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Sacramento – has released Edible Food Recovery Microgrants to help local organizations expand their capacity to accept food donations for distribution throughout the community

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Foundation Gives Graduates Construction Opportunities

Jul 31, 2024 11:45AM ● By The Write Stuff Communications News Release

Julian Aguilar has wanted to be a construction worker for a long time; he just didn’t know what trade he wanted to pursue

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Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

Jul 24, 2024 01:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license.

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CRC's Smith Takes Soccer Talent to Stanislaus State

Jul 17, 2024 12:14PM ● By Alejandro Barron

When Katie Smith arrived at Cosumnes River College for her first soccer practices, she felt nervous, although she never expected the stand-out season she would have in her sophomore year.

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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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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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EG Teams Showcased at Boys Cali Live

Jul 05, 2024 10:26AM ● By Alejandro Barron

Various local basketball teams participated in the Cali Live Boys 2024 Tournament from June 28-30 in Roseville.

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Sports Opinion: Let the Kids Play

Jul 05, 2024 10:23AM ● By Alejandro Barron

In two recent interviews where I spoke to local junior college athletes who this fall will be taking their talents to four-year universities, the most difficult question I asked was not about their athletic careers. The question they spent the most time thinking about was, “What do you like to do in your free time?”

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District Meets Standards in Educational Plan

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

The Elk Grove Unified School District board of education reviewed and approved the district’s Local Control and Accountability Plan at its June 25 regular meeting, after reviewing results for various performance measures.

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Greater Sacramento Nonprofits Awarded Nearly Half Million Dollars from Bank of America

Jul 03, 2024 10:45AM ● By Bank of America News Release

Grants to 20 Organizations in Greater Sacramento Address Health and Jobs Needs of Individuals and Families

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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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Franklin Wins Cybersecurity Contest

Jun 28, 2024 11:50AM ● By SynED and Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Elk Grove celebrated local brilliance as Franklin High School’s “Team Half Dome” triumphed at the sixth annual NorCalCyber Mayors Cup - Greater Sacramento Region.

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Sheldon Hoops Struggles in Arizona Tournament

Jun 28, 2024 11:31AM ● By Alejandro Barron

As summer competition continues with teams preparing for the winter season for the 24-25 school year, the Sheldon Huskies qualified for the Section 7 Arizona boys basketball tournament.

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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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