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CalCCA Challenges CPUC Decision Raising Energy Bills

Dec 29, 2025 04:53PM ● By California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) News Release

California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) recently filed a Petition for Writ of Review with the California Court of Appeal, Third District, challenging a recent California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decision that retroactively changes the methodology used to calculate the Power Charge Indifference Adjustment.

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New Membership Structure at Chamber of Commerce

Dec 16, 2025 12:19PM ● By Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce News Release

The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce is launching a new membership structure starting January 2026.

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Sacramento-Area Fees to Build New Homes Average $109,000, Study Finds

Dec 16, 2025 09:52AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

BIA Calls on Local Governments to Lower Fees, Improve Affordability

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Rising Heat Leads to Minimal Losses for California Processing Tomatoes

Dec 09, 2025 09:24AM ● By Emily C. Dooley, UC Davis News Release

Researchers Analyzed Traffic, Temperatures and 1.4 million Tomato Truckloads

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Data Shows 90.2% of California Farms are Family-Owned

Dec 09, 2025 09:12AM ● By Farm Flavor News Release

A new study on behalf of Farm Flavor has identified the states with the most family-owned farms.

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California's Infrastructure Graded a 'C-'

Dec 08, 2025 06:32PM ● By American Society of Civil Engineers News Release

Aging Assets and Weather Challenges Continue to Strain Infrastructure Systems

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SAFE Credit Union

SAFE Credit Union to Combine with BECU

Dec 08, 2025 01:14PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Boeing Employees’ Credit Union (BECU) and SAFE Credit Union announced they have signed a definitive agreement to combine, uniting two purpose-driven credit unions with a shared commitment to the financial well-being of their members and the communities they serve.

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Sacramento County Maintains Class 2 FEMA Rating

Dec 08, 2025 11:41AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Class 2 Rating Provides 40% Discount on Flood Insurance

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Watt/I-80 Transit Center Phase Change Begins Dec. 3

Nov 25, 2025 10:37AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is announcing the next major phase of the Watt/I-80 Transit Center Improvement Project, with important changes beginning in December 2025.

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Tree Glow and Fireworks Show

Nov 25, 2025 09:41AM ● By Abbey Wicks

This year’s Cordova Community Christmas Tree Lighting is set to take place 4 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 30.

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Local Author Turns Memories into Book

Nov 12, 2025 09:13AM ● By Summerset Senior Living News Release

Written with just one finger Summerset senior living’s Jim Zirkelbach shares his story

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Rancho Cordova Business Resource Fair Returns

Nov 10, 2025 04:39PM ● By Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce News Release

Packed with New Resources and Fresh Opportunities for Businesses

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Sacramento Ballet Offers Bold Visions, Timeless Classics

Nov 10, 2025 04:29PM ● By Sacramento Ballet News Release

Sacramento Ballet’s highly anticipated 2025-26 season has started.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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New Study: 38% of Americans Say Cash Feels More 'Real' Than Digital Money

Nov 05, 2025 11:57AM ● By BrandPoint Content

Close to 2 in 5 Americans (38 percent) say cash feels more "real" than digital money: It's a tangible reminder of value, and remains a permanent part of their financial toolkit (27 percent).

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City Council Invests $20 Million to Maintain and Improve City Infrastructure

Nov 05, 2025 08:10AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The Rancho Cordova City Council has approved a major investment of $20 million to address deferred infrastructure maintenance across the community, reinforcing the city’s commitment to safe, reliable roads and stormwater systems that support everyday life for residents and businesses.

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Tangle Free Named Small Business of the Month

Tangle Free Named Small Business of the Month

Nov 04, 2025 04:50PM ● By State Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On Oct. 20, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that Tangle Free: A Low-Sensory Hair Salon is the Small Business of the Month for October 2025 in the 7th Assembly District.

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SacSewer accepted the 2025 Utility of the Future Today award

SacSewer Named Utility of the Future Today Recipient

Nov 03, 2025 01:49PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

The Sacramento region’s sewage collection, treatment and resource recovery utility has earned national recognition for its innovative partnerships that protect local waterways and strengthen community resilience.

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Two Lady Lancers Advance to Divisionals

Oct 21, 2025 04:31PM ● By James Darnell

After a successful outing in their final Metro League match of the year, the Cordova Lady Lancers are sending two of their own to the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Sac Joaquin Section Division II Divisional tournament on Oct. 27 at Turkey Creek Golf Course in Lincoln, CA.

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First Northern Bank Promotes Laurie Becker

Oct 21, 2025 04:27PM ● By First Northern Bank News Release

First Northern Bank (OTCQX: FNRN), the region’s number 1 local small business lender, announced the promotion of Laurie Becker to branch manager of its Rancho Cordova branch.

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$33 Million Renovation of Rancho Marriott Revealed

Oct 21, 2025 04:19PM ● By Seth Henderson

Rancho Cordova’s only full-service branded hotel, the Marriott Sacramento Rancho Cordova, located at 11211 Point E Drive, reveals its $33 million “floor-to-ceiling” renovation, featuring double rooms with two kings’ beds, advanced technological upgrades and an emphasis on communal space.

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Diwali Festival

Celebrating the Diwali Festival of Lights

Oct 21, 2025 03:49PM ● By Bhaskar Vempati – Suvidha International Foundation, photos by Rick Sloan

The Diwali Festival of Lights in Rancho Cordova shone brightly as Suvidha International Foundation, in collaboration with the City of Rancho Cordova, hosted a grand celebration at Stone Creek Community Park.

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Sports Hall of Fame at 10 and Beyond

Oct 15, 2025 08:53AM ● By Mike Marando, Commentary

A few weeks ago, the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame inducted its 10th anniversary class.

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A Big Change for Big Red

Oct 15, 2025 08:28AM ● By James Darnell

If you've attended a Cordova Lancers varsity football game this season, you might have noticed a glaring new change to the team’s uniforms.

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Council Approves Digital Billboard Proposal Amid Controversy

Oct 14, 2025 05:20PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council voted 4-1 on Oct. 6 to approve a proposal for a new digital billboard along U.S. Highway 50, following heated discussions and public comment.

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Barktoberfest Brings Wagging Tails and Warm Smiles

Oct 14, 2025 05:10PM ● By Haley Waugh, Community Relations Coordinator, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Lincoln Village Community Pool was full of happy dogs and community members on Saturday, Sept. 27 at Cordova Recreation and Park District’s annual Barktoberfest event.

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Peek-A-Boo Factory Opens

Oct 14, 2025 05:04PM ● By Abbey Wicks

On Friday, Oct. 10, Rancho Cordova’s Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the first Peek-A-Boo Factory in the Sacramento region with a ribbon cutting.

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Cordova High Homecoming

Oct 14, 2025 04:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Cordova High School Lancers brought the community together for a memorable Homecoming celebration on Friday, Oct. 10, during their game against Antelope High School.

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City Weighs Future of Education

Oct 14, 2025 04:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council voted 4-1 in an Oct. 6 special meeting to move forward with the creation of an educational program plan that could reshape the future of public schooling in the city.

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‘Once a Lancer, Always a Lancer’

Oct 14, 2025 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Homecoming Reception and Alumni Parade Brings Generations Together

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Free Mammograms for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oct 14, 2025 11:26AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Uninsured and underinsured members of the community are urged to act now

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County Responds to Special Election Ballot Envelope Concerns

Oct 14, 2025 10:39AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Department of Voter Registration and Elections staff recently learned about online posts concerning the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election ballot and envelope. (Proposition 50 is on the ballot.)

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Tradition Lights the Way

Oct 08, 2025 09:35AM ● By Ornella Rossi

SF Supermarket Hosts Vibrant Mid-Autumn Festival

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Kindergarteners in a low-income Sacramento County classroom receive blankets and Beanie Babies

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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