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Lee Wins 102nd State Fair Men's Golf Tournament

Sep 15, 2026 08:58AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

A three-way tie on the 18th hole set up a dramatic four-hole playoff Sept. 7 as Aidan Lee, Kavi Marez and Keita Yobiko battled for the championship of the 102nd State Fair Men’s Golf Tournament, held Sept. 5 to 7 at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex.

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SBSK Readies for Holiday Giveaway

Sep 14, 2026 02:46PM ● By Claire Gliddon, SBSK Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or “almost new” Beanie Babies all year long.

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Everybody Can Be Great

Sep 14, 2026 02:04PM ● By Jason Harper, Director of Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Nearly 50 Cordova High School athletes showed up for the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame. But they weren't there to be honored. They were there to serve.

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Jump Into a Fun Fall with the District’s Upcoming Events

Sep 14, 2026 01:59PM ● By Haley O'Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Join the Cordova Recreation & Park District’s (District) this September at one of its upcoming events! Hosted in District parks and facilities, these events invite the community to enjoy some quality fun outside with family and friends!

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Cordova Lancers football, basketball and baseball teams

Hall of Fame Honors Newest Class of Inductees

Sep 14, 2026 01:40PM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame honored its newest class of inductees during the 11th annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony this past Saturday, Sept. 12 in front of a capacity crowd inside Rancho Cordova City Hall.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District Staff and Board Members pose

District Recognized for Commitment to Operational Excellence

Sep 14, 2026 01:21PM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) was recently recognized at the California Special Districts Association Annual Conference in Palm Desert for its commitment to responsible governance and operational excellence.

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Volunteers Bring Good Deeds Day to Lincoln Village

Sep 14, 2026 01:09PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Rakes scraped across lawns, landscaping materials moved from house to house and volunteers spread throughout Lincoln Village Saturday, Sept. 12 as a neighborhood became the latest stop for an annual day of service.

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Pet Junction Opens Its Doors

Sep 14, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Dogs joined their owners Saturday morning as Rancho Cordova welcomed a new business built around something owner Jim Dempsey has known nearly his entire life, the pet industry.

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Straps Down, Basketballs Up

Sep 14, 2026 12:45PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Connecting youth and law enforcement through basketball and gun violence awareness

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S.A.F.E. Event to Shine Light on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking

Sep 14, 2026 11:52AM ● By MAD LIT News Release

The public is invited to attend a powerful event, S.A.F.E. – Stopping Abuse for Everyone, to help bring awareness, education, intervention, prevention and healing to the issues of domestic violence and human trafficking.

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Sacramento’s Biggest Outdoor Oktoberfest is Coming!

Sep 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Get ready for a brand-new fall tradition coming to Cal Expo! On Oct. 9 – 10, Saktoberfest is coming for two days of live music, traditional food, games, family-friendly fun and Oktoberfest celebrations.

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A Morning Like No Other - Ground Zero at 25 years

Sep 11, 2026 10:50AM ● By Paul V. Scholl

After a long night of late work well into the morning, I was in a deep sleep. The repeating ring of the telephone awakened me. I received an alarming telephone call from a close friend frantically trying to get my attention. She said “just get up and turn on the TV. You won’t believe what is happening”. She was absolutely right.

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Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services

Volunteers to Transform 30 Lincoln Village Homes on Sept. 12

Sep 08, 2026 01:57PM ● By Dorothy Mae Good Deeds Day News Release

Dorothy Mae Good Deeds Day marks 40 years of Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services

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Visit Rancho Cordova is accepting nominations for its second annual Destination Legacy Awards

Visit Rancho Cordova Opens Nominations for 2026 Destination Legacy Awards

Sep 08, 2026 01:50PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Visit Rancho Cordova is accepting nominations for its second annual Destination Legacy Awards, recognizing businesses, events, organizations and individuals that contribute to the city's tourism industry.

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‘Meant to Be’

Sep 08, 2026 01:44PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mimo Bake Studio and The Brewing Bean create family through food and coffee

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New this year, Sue's Great Gumbo Cook-Off will be featured at the 5th annual Golden Harvest Parade and Music/Dance Festival

Introducing Sue's Great Gumbo Cook-Off at the 5th Annual Golden Harvest Festival

Sep 01, 2026 11:48AM ● By MPG Staff

Get ready for “GOLDEN,” the 5th Annual Golden Harvest Parade and Music/Dance Festival, a free community celebration showcasing the diverse cultures and communities of the Greater Sacramento region.

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City Moves Forward with Plans for Future Community Center

Sep 01, 2026 09:40AM ● By MPG Staff

The city of Rancho Cordova is moving forward with plans to transform two International Drive properties into a community center focused on arts, education, events and other community uses.

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From Tragedy to Tradition

Aug 31, 2026 05:43PM ● By AMPLIFY 360 News Release

Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

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Soroptimist Club Seeks Applicants for Live Your Dream Award

Aug 31, 2026 05:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River is accepting applications for its 2026 Live Your Dream Award, which provides financial assistance to women who are working to improve their education, skills and employment opportunities.

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Sunriver Neighborhood Association Celebrates 25 Years of Community

Aug 31, 2026 05:09PM ● By Sunriver Community Association News Release

What began 25 years ago with a neighborhood burglary and a few concerned neighbors has grown into a lasting tradition of friendship, volunteerism and community in Sunriver.

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Nonprofit Community Celebrates America’s 250th

Aug 31, 2026 04:58PM ● By Ryley Metten

The Capitol’s Rose Garden Claimed Site for 150,000 Pounds of Food Distributed to Nonprofits

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Empowering Rancho’s Youth

Aug 31, 2026 04:58PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Youth-led workshop gave area students hands-on access to community resources

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Homeless Services: Progress, Challenges and the Work Ahead

Aug 31, 2026 12:06PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors heard a comprehensive and meaningful update on the outcomes of key homeless shelters and service programs from fiscal year 25/26.

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Building Careers Foundation helps lead the BuildStrong Academy’s pre-apprenticeship program to train people for careers in the homebuilding industry

Area Homebuilders Do More Than Just Build Homes

Aug 25, 2026 12:47PM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

Our industry helps people rebuild their lives and gives young people a path toward rewarding careers

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Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services

Celebrating National Emergency Management Awareness Month

Aug 25, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is proud to recognize National Emergency Management Awareness Month throughout August.

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Sacramento Business Journal’s 2026 Best Real Estate Projects

Four Rancho Cordova Projects Recognized for Real Estate Excellence

Aug 24, 2026 05:27PM ● By MPG Staff

Four projects in Rancho Cordova have been selected as honorees in the Sacramento Business Journal’s 2026 Best Real Estate Projects, recognizing developments ranging from community services to new investments in the city.

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We Built a Better Front Door

Aug 24, 2026 04:38PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

RCAASports.com Is Live

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Cordova Villa Elementary School broke ground Aug. 18 on a modernization project

Cordova Villa Breaks Ground on New Chapter

Aug 24, 2026 04:14PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Measure R-funded modernization will reshape Rancho Cordova elementary campus

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School and community leaders gathered Tuesday, Aug. 18, to break ground on renovations coming to Cordova High School

Building the Next Generation of Lancers

Aug 24, 2026 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

45,000-square-foot building will reshape student services and learning

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Food Hub Opens Doors in Rancho Cordova

Aug 24, 2026 03:54PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

New facility gives families a grocery-style approach to food assistance

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Hume Gives Countywide Update

Aug 24, 2026 03:45PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Supervisor discusses budget, roads, growth and regional priorities

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Careers Take Flight at Mather

Aug 24, 2026 02:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Destination Aviation gives students a hands-on look at aerospace and STEM careers

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County Expands Program to Support Affordable Housing Development

Aug 24, 2026 01:03PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is expanding a program designed to help offset development costs that can make affordable housing projects difficult to finance and build.

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Using New Technology for More Efficient Services

Aug 17, 2026 06:02PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Since cityhood, the city has surveyed neighborhoods to identify code concerns and connect residents to programs and services that help them maintain their properties and improve neighborhood conditions.

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Cordova Class of ‘76 Gather to Celebrate, Paint the Town

Aug 17, 2026 05:48PM ● By Class of ‘76 News Release

One of Cordova High School’s biggest and most athletically accomplished classes will honor the good times in a two-part reunion Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19.

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