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California Drivers See a Slight Break at the Pump

Mar 03, 2025 06:16PM ● By AAA Northen California News Release

With winter nearly in the rearview, temperatures warmed up while gas prices cooled down. Last week, gas prices dropped by three cents, bringing the national average to $3.12 per gallon.

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Elk Grove Mazda, Nissan to Change Owners

Feb 20, 2025 12:11PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

After 23 years, ownership of Mazda of Elk Grove, and Elk Grove Nissan will change hands next month, according to a news release issued on Friday, Feb. 14.

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Chamber Gala Honors Local Businesses

Jan 30, 2025 11:11AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Nearly 240 attendees filled the ballroom at the District56 community center on Friday, Jan. 24 for the 73rd annual Volunteer Recognition and Board Installation Gala, which celebrates the achievements of local citizens and businesses.

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Sky River Casino Donates $3,000 and Food to Elk Grove Food Bank

Jan 30, 2025 11:04AM ● By MPG Staff

In an effort to help curb food insecurity in Elk Grove, members of the Sky River Casino Team donated $3,000 and almost 900 pounds of food to the Elk Grove Food Bank.

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Supporting a Worthy Cause at the Discovery Store

Jan 23, 2025 03:49PM ● By Ramona Scarborough

All of us in some ways have been touched by an enemy. We may have watched a beloved spouse, child or friend battle this enemy and lose. Or we may have seen them win at great cost. At the very least, we know of someone who has had cancer.

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Wilton Rancheria Purchases 43 Acres Near Casino

Jan 23, 2025 03:43PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The Wilton Rancheria, the tribe that owns Sky River Casino, is expanding its business footprint in Elk Grove after confirming the purchase of an additional 43-acre plot adjacent to the casino.

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Slow & Low to Revamp as Horn Elk Grove

Jan 09, 2025 04:18PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Michael Hargis’ Slow & Low Smokehouse is shifting gears. The owner recently announced a partnership with Bay Area barbecue heavyweight Matt Horn to revamp the eatery as Horn Elk Grove.

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New Gym Opens; Pizza Due in March

Jan 09, 2025 04:16PM ● By Joe Wirt

Welcome to the latest edition of the Elk Grove Business Roundup, a column that highlights some of the retail, restaurant and nonprofit news around Elk Grove.

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Shop Hosts Community Clothes Swap

Jan 09, 2025 04:06PM ● By Ramona Scarborough

Riffing on a line from the classic movie “Field of Dreams,” if you offer free used clothing, they will come. And they did.

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Elk Grove Accepting 2025 Grant Applications

Jan 09, 2025 01:46PM ● By MPG Staff

The online application period for three Elk Grove city grant programs for local nonprofits will open on Friday, Jan. 10.

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Key Projects on the Horizon for 2025

Jan 09, 2025 01:25PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

While no one can predict with absolute certainty what 2025 will bring for the city of Elk Grove, there are several projects and issues that will continue to take precedent heading into the new year.

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New Business Roundup Covers Retail, Restaurants, Nonprofits

Jan 09, 2025 01:17PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Elk Grove Business Roundup, a column that highlights some of the news in retail, restaurant and nonprofit news around Elk Grove.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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Home Heating Expenditures Projected to Increase by 8.7%

Dec 30, 2024 05:58PM ● By National Energy Assistance Directors Association News Release

Home heating costs this winter will remain unaffordable for millions of lower income families, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

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Cleaning Up at the Special Waste Center

Dec 26, 2024 09:36AM ● By Ramona Scarborough

What is blue, green, black and all over Elk Grove? Answer: Carts for recycling, organics and garbage.

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Annual Drive’s Goal is 1,000 Toys

Dec 12, 2024 11:13AM ● By Emanuel Espinoza

In this holiday season, Christmas cheer will fill the air with a toy drive event Dec. 15 in Elk Grove.

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Food Bank Gives Hundreds of Turkeys

Nov 27, 2024 01:44PM ● By Matthew Malone

Hundreds of families will have a hearty Thanksgiving meal after Elk Grove Food Bank Services’ annual turkey distribution on Nov. 23.

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Panel to Review Cap on Old Town Liquor Permits

Nov 21, 2024 09:18AM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove City Council requested input from the Historic Preservation Committee on the question of increasing the cap on liquor permits in Old Town Elk Grove.

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Guzmán Named Elk Grove's New Assistant City Manager

Oct 17, 2024 10:38AM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Elk Grove City Manager Jason Behrmann announced that Jaqui Guzmán is the City of Elk Grove’s new assistant city manager.

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CSD Saw $9 Million Surplus in Fiscal Year 2023-24

Oct 11, 2024 04:29PM ● By Matthew Malone

The Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) netted a General Fund surplus of nearly $9 million in the previous fiscal year, the board of directors heard at its Oct. 2 regular meeting.

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IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

Oct 07, 2024 02:28PM ● By IRS Media Relations News Release

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties.

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Pitch Elk Grove Funds Four Area Startups

Sep 27, 2024 11:15AM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

The city of Elk Grove successfully hosted its third annual Pitch Elk Grove competition on Sept. 19, uniting the brightest minds and most innovative startups from across the Sacramento region.

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Council Boosts Employee Pension Funding

Sep 19, 2024 02:35PM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove City Council on Sept. 11 approved a plan to fund 90% of its employee pension obligation.

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Customers Explore New Amazon Fresh Market

Sep 19, 2024 11:46AM ● By J.G. Wirt

Hundreds of shoppers lined up early Sept. 12 to get first crack at the products and services inside the long-awaited Amazon Fresh Market in The Ridge shopping center at Elk Grove Boulevard and Bruceville Road.

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IRS Encourages People to Do an End-Of-Summer Tax Checkup

Sep 18, 2024 09:24AM ● By IRS News Release

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to consider using the end of the summer to make tax withholding or payment updates to avoid a potential surprise next year at tax time.

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Council Weighs Emissions Reduction Ideas

Aug 29, 2024 10:13AM ● By Matthew Malone

How to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings was the focus of the Aug. 14 Elk Grove City Council meeting, with questions of how to balance the city’s goal of addressing climate change with the costs faced by homeowners and business owners.

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Board of Supervisors Adopt Infill Program

Aug 27, 2024 01:05PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 20 to adopt the County’s Infill Program Update and directed staff to implement certain actions identified in the plan to accelerate the Program

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Aug 19, 2024 05:48PM ● By Heather Atherton, Atherton PR News Release

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 31, 2024 02:13PM ● By Caltrans News Release

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California

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Governor Newsom Orders State Agencies to Address Homeless Encampments

Jul 31, 2024 02:06PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on July 25 ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians

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Sloppy Staff Work and Agenda Hide-And-Seek Taint Board of Supervisors’ 2023 Pay Raise

Jul 31, 2024 01:59PM ● By Sacramento County Grand Jury News Release

Missed crucial details, an uncorrected math error, and an astonishing lack of transparency are among the significant problems the 2023-24 Sacramento County Grand Jury found when it investigated the process used by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors to award themselves a hefty salary increase in 2023

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SMUD’s $10 Million State Grant Advances Long-Duration Battery Storage Technology

Jul 31, 2024 11:59AM ● By SMUD News Release

California Energy Commission funding supports SMUD’s decarbonization goals

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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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