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Beanie Babies Needed for Holiday Gift Drive for Kindergarteners

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Claire Gliddon, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or gently used Beanie Babies for their kindergarten project that takes place each holiday season.

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Feedback Wanted Amidst Behavioral Health Services Act Transition

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As the cooler temperatures set in and we transition from summer to fall, new transitions are happening within the Sacramento County Department of Health Services.

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New EBT Cards Being Mailed

Oct 07, 2025 03:14PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has announced that magnetic stripe EBT cards are set to expire by Oct. 25.

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Kings Launch ‘Los Kings’ Platform

Oct 07, 2025 02:59PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

Sacramento Kings Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

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Lawrence Butler Medical Update

Oct 07, 2025 02:33PM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Outfielder Successful Surgery, Undergoing Rehabilitation

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Whisenhunt Named PCL Pitcher of the Year, All-Star

Oct 07, 2025 02:16PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Also Named Was Right-Hander Carson Seymour

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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Voting Begins for Statewide Special Election

Oct 07, 2025 01:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Early Voting Encouraged for Nov. 4 Special Election

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SacRT Launches Transit Connect

Oct 07, 2025 11:28AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) recently launched the Transit Connect app, a new regional fare payment system that gives riders a faster, easier and more flexible way to pay for transit.

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Free After-School Youth Programs Offered

Sep 30, 2025 04:03PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The Rancho Cordova Youth Center (RCYC) continues to provide free daily after-school programming that keeps local students safe, supported and engaged close to home.

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Lancers Get Back in Win Column

Sep 30, 2025 03:56PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers came away with a much-needed 19-6 victory in a non-league football contest at John F. Kennedy High School on Sept. 28.

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Lady Lancers Playing Through Growing Pains

Sep 30, 2025 03:47PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers are going through growing pains and that's alright.

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Soroptimist Acknowledges Gynecologic Cancer Awareness

Sep 30, 2025 03:39PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River News Release

Every five minutes, someone is diagnosed with a form of gynecologic cancer. Awareness, early detection and access to care can save lives.

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Historic Vote

Sep 30, 2025 03:34PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova’s Future Shaped by AI and New Arena

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City Hall Hits Playground for Good Neighbor Day

Sep 30, 2025 03:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The City of Rancho Cordova took its community outreach to the next level on Sept. 25, hosting the annual Good Neighbor Day at Cordova Garden Elementary Academy of Art & Sciences.

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SCOE Welcomes New Assistant Superintendent of Education Services

Sep 30, 2025 12:30PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) News Release

Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools David W. Gordon has announced a leadership change at the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE). Navdeep Purewal, Ed.D., has been appointed Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services.

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Grants Available to Protect Waterways

Sep 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering grants of up to $2,500 to support school and community projects that help protect or improve creeks and rivers in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County.

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County Warns EBT Cardholders about Fake Mobile App

Sep 30, 2025 12:08PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has alerted counties to a fake mobile application that is targeting Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cardholders.

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Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season

Sep 30, 2025 11:56AM ● By Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra News Release

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra announced its milestone 30th season of choral-orchestral excellence, promising audiences an unforgettable lineup of concerts, world-class soloists and a journey through powerful repertoire.

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Apply Now for CalKIDS Scholarships

Sep 30, 2025 11:41AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

Now that the new school year is in full swing, it’s the perfect time for students and families to jumpstart their year with CalKIDS, California’s landmark scholarship program for college and career training.

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How to Combat Road Rage

Sep 30, 2025 11:19AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

If you feel like aggressive drivers are everywhere, there might be some truth to it.

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How to Make the Most of Alzheimer’s Disease Breakthroughs

Sep 30, 2025 11:13AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

New research published in The Lancet as part of its Alzheimer’s Disease Series outlines strategies for integrating emerging and existing approaches for treating Alzheimer’s disease. The Lancet is a weekly peer-reviewed general medical journal, founded in 1823.

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Freshmen Lead the Way for Women's Golf

Sep 30, 2025 10:21AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

The California State University, Sacramento women's golf team will enter the final round of the final round of the Golfweek Red Sky Classic in 13th place after shooting 303 during the second round on Sept. 23 in Wolcott, Colorado.

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Registration Open for Republic Elite Session

Sep 30, 2025 10:16AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

This November, Republic FC is hosting its next session of the Republic Elite Development Program (RED).

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River Cats Season Ends in 4-2 Defeat

Sep 30, 2025 10:11AM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Two Runs in Third Courtesy of Luis Matos and Jesus Rodriguez

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Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

Sep 30, 2025 10:03AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation.

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Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

Sep 30, 2025 10:02AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation.

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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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‘Imagine This…’ Student Writing Competition Underway

Sep 29, 2025 05:20PM ● By California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom News Release

Aspiring young authors with great stories to share about agriculture are encouraged to enter the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom’s annual “Imagine this...” Story Writing Contest.

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Tail-Wagging Fun at CRPD’s Barktoberfest

Sep 23, 2025 05:20PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

The Cordova Recreation and Park District invites the community to join us for a day of fun with our furry friends at Barktoberfest.

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Lady Lancers Enter League Play with Momentum

Sep 23, 2025 05:03PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers entered Metro League competition this week with a good amount of positive momentum.

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Lancers Drop Metro League Opener

Sep 23, 2025 04:51PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers dropped their Metro League opener at home against visiting West Park 64-14 on Sept. 19 inside Lancer Stadium.

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Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

Sep 23, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

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Community Meets the Machines

Sep 23, 2025 04:09PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

Hundreds of community members gathered on Saturday, Sept. 13, to “Meet the Machines” at Cordova Recreation and Park District’s (CRPD) annual event.

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Lowery Field Dedication Celebrated

Sep 23, 2025 04:03PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

On Aug. 9, the Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) celebrated the official dedication of Lowery Field at Ahlstrom Park in honor of Franklin C. Lowery, a cherished community member and longtime Rancho Cordova Little League supporter.

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