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Free Tree-Watering Buckets and Summer Tree Care Tips Available at "Thirst Aid for Trees"

Jul 16, 2026 03:17PM ● By Sacramento Suburban Water District News Release

"Thirst Aid for Trees" will feature hands-on demonstrations, expert advice, water-saving tools and information on rebates and irrigation upgrades

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Disney’s 'Newsies' Brings its Headlines to Sutter Street Theatre

Jul 14, 2026 03:49PM ● By Sutter Street Theatre News Release

Disney musical 'Newsies' is performing at the Sutter Street Theatre this summer.

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90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial Crowns Champions at Haggin Oaks

Jul 14, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial concluded recently at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, with junior golfers ages 7–18 competing across two days, July 8-9.

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Climate Resilience Plan for the American, Bear and Consumnes Watersheds

Jul 14, 2026 11:06AM ● By Regional Water Authority News Release

New analysis outlines growing risks from drought, flooding, wildfire and extreme heat — and provides a framework to guide regional action

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Fighting For Every Whisker

Jul 13, 2026 01:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Whisker Warriors tackles animal overpopulation one pet at a time

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SMUD Sponsors Giving Friday at the State Fair

Jul 13, 2026 01:18PM ● By SMUD News Release

As part of its ongoing community giving efforts, SMUD is sponsoring Giving Friday at the State Fair, an effort to collect needed items for the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services.

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Coffee with the Mayor Returns

Jul 13, 2026 01:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Residents are invited to join Mayor Garrett Gatewood for Coffee with the Mayor, an informal community gathering on Tuesday, July 28, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Panera Bread, 3289 Zinfandel Drive.

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The Boy Who Carried Two Languages

Jul 13, 2026 01:12PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Sometimes you meet someone who quietly rearranges your perspective.

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graduates from Sacramento nonprofit Women’s Empowerment

Women and Children Once Homeless Gather to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Jul 13, 2026 11:20AM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Amidst the smell of barbecue and the squeals of children laughing, dozens of Sacramento women who have risen from homelessness gathered with their children and reunited with classmates at William Land Park on June 27 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sacramento nonprofit Women’s Empowerment.

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Sacramento County Welcomes Peak Energy to Metro Air Park

Jul 13, 2026 11:11AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County today welcomed Peak Energy to Metro Air Park as the company celebrated the opening of its first commercial manufacturing facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Coroner Needs Your Help with John Doe Identification

Jul 13, 2026 10:58AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an unidentified adult male (Coroner Case 26-00572).

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Patriot Power,’ a 22-foot animated racing car

Rancho Cordova Float Master Delivers Another Masterful Creation

Jul 07, 2026 12:46PM ● By Elise Spleiss

The excitement of the 2026 Rancho Cordova parade, celebrating America’s 250 birthday may have subsided, but a one-of-a-kind entry stood out for the thousands of parade goers at two parades.

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Meehan To Be Posthumously Inducted into Hall of Fame

Jul 07, 2026 12:31PM ● By James Darnell

Youth sports in the city of Rancho Cordova meant the world to Bill Meehan.

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A Fourth to Remember

Jul 07, 2026 12:24PM ● By MPG Staff, photos by Rick Sloan

Residents turn out for Rancho Cordova's signature Fourth of July tradition

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Gold River Market Heats Up July

Jul 06, 2026 05:00PM ● By Gold River Sunday Market News Release

Fresh produce, free yoga, classic cars and local vendors fill Sundays at Town Centre

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Help Map the Future of EV Charging in Rancho Cordova

Jun 30, 2026 12:10PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Rancho Cordova is planning for the future of transportation, and your input can help guide the way.

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Ten Years of ‘Welcome Home’

Jun 30, 2026 11:47AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mather Veterans Village Celebrates a Decade of Changing Lives

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‘Where Business Meets Opportunity’

Jun 30, 2026 11:27AM ● By Ornella Rossi

15th Annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo Creates Lasting Partnerships

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Keep Your Pets Safe This Fourth of July

Jun 29, 2026 02:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

For many people, the Fourth of July is a time to celebrate with family, friends and fireworks. For pets, it's often one of the scariest nights of the year.

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12th International Day of Yoga Celebrated

Jun 23, 2026 09:30AM ● By Bhaskar Vempati

More than 250 community members gathered at Village Green Park in Rancho Cordova on Sunday, June 21, to celebrate the 12th International Day of Yoga

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The Float Master of Rancho Cordova Is Back

Jun 23, 2026 08:42AM ● By Elise Spleiss

After a two-year hiatus Wayne Harmer, Rancho Cordova’s official Float Master of 16 years, with more than 21 floats (including Christmas) in multiple parades, has returned for the 250 Year Anniversary of America, with a 22 foot, Drag Racing car.

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Micro Masterpieces Break Records Again

Jun 23, 2026 08:20AM ● By Margaret Snider, photos by Rick Sloan

The 2026 Micro Masterpieces auction, presented by the Rancho Cordova Arts Organization, included 640 pieces of art, over a hundred more than last year.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District staff

CRPD Honored by the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts

Jun 22, 2026 02:57PM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) was honored at the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD) annual conference and awards banquet this May.

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Ready for the Fourth?

Jun 22, 2026 02:20PM ● By Ornella Rossi

A guide to Rancho Cordova’s biggest celebration

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Making Every Beat Count

Jun 22, 2026 02:06PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Metro Fire strengthens the chain of survival with HeartSafe Community initiative

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Tabernacle Choir's Hollywood Bowl Centennial Concert Comes to Local Watch Parties

Jun 22, 2026 01:30PM ● By Patsy McGavock

‘A Century of Song. Heard Together.’

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Sacramento County Expands Residential Fee Deferral Program to Support Housing Development

Jun 22, 2026 01:23PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

At its June 16 meeting, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution expanding the County's Residential Development Impact Fee Deferral Program to all residential projects, including eligible mixed-use developments that incorporate housing.

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Sacramento County Proclaims Local Emergency in Response to Invasive Golden Mussel Threat

Jun 22, 2026 12:37PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, June 16, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors proclaimed a local emergency in response to the growing threat posed by the invasive Golden Mussel.

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Rancho Cordova Cracks Down on Illegal Fireworks

Jun 18, 2026 11:57AM ● By Ornella Rossi

As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Rancho Cordova officials are sending a clear message: launching illegal fireworks could cost far more than a night of entertainment.

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The Marinelli Bros Circus Brings a New Experience to Sacramento

Jun 15, 2026 02:27PM ● By The Marinelli Brothers Circus News Release

Get ready Sacramento, the circus is in town!

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Cordova High Alumni to Debut First-Ever Float in Fourth of July Parade

Jun 15, 2026 02:21PM ● By Cordova High School Alumni

Alumni from Cordova High School will participate in the city’s annual Fourth of July parade with a dedicated float celebrating the school’s history and community impact.

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The Last Safe Field

Jun 15, 2026 02:12PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

With the World Cup being played across North America, including matches in American cities, an old question has resurfaced.

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Soroptimists Help Move Domestic Violence Survivors Forward

Jun 15, 2026 01:57PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

The vision of the Soroptimist organization is to help provide women and girls with the resources and opportunities they need to reach their full potential and live their dreams.

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