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From left are Hall of Famers Tony Harris, Kevin Appino, Dianne Yost Goldman, Joey Ortiz, Terry Peyton and Jerry Ahlin participated in this year's Fourth of July parade.

Honoring the Past and Celebrating the Future

Jul 08, 2025 03:47PM ● By Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame News Release

The theme of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame’s entry into the city’s Fourth of July parade appropriately alluded to inspiring future generations of athletes with a bow to the city’s rich and storied athletic history.

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The Cordova Recreation and Park District finance team recently received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

CRPD Honored with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Jul 08, 2025 03:37PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) has been honored with the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the most recent qualifying year. This prestigious recognition highlights Cordova Recreation & Park District’s commitment to excellence in government budgeting and transparency.

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Record Crowds, Music and Fireworks

Jul 08, 2025 03:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova Community’s Two-Day July 4 Celebration Draws Thousands

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Two of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame founders, Conrade Mayer and Mike Marando (left) are eager to celebrate the 10th annual induction ceremony

10 Years and Counting!

Jul 01, 2025 04:11PM ● By James Darnell

The Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame is celebrating its 10th anniversary in September

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New Pacific Charter, a growing network of public charter schools committed to student-centered opening

New Pacific Charter Campus Approved

Jul 01, 2025 03:50PM ● By New Pacific Charter News Release

San Juan Unified School District Authorizes New Charter

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Cordova Recreation & Park District Board of Directors, staff and community members celebrate the grand opening of Exploration Park.

District’s 50th Park!

Jul 01, 2025 03:11PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

On June 28, Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) and the community celebrated a significant milestone, the grand opening of Exploration Park, the district’s 50th park.

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Rancho Cordova Chamber staff, business owners, residents and city staff attended the 14th annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo

Chamber Business Expo Marks 14th Year of Success

Jul 01, 2025 03:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce brought together local innovation, energy and community spirit June 26 at the 14th annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo, a half-day event that drew more than 400 attendees and nearly 100 local vendors to City Hall.

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Governor Newsom announced that the state recovered 113,245 stolen items worth nearly $6.5 million this year.

$6.5 Million in Stolen Goods Seized, Leads Organized Crime Crackdown

Jul 01, 2025 02:12PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom on June 17 announced that from January to May, the state’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force conducted 331 investigations, 629 arrests and recovered 113,245 stolen items valued at nearly $6.5 million.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Cordova Recreation and Park District staff and board members pose together after the recognition banquet.

CRPD Members Honored

Jun 24, 2025 03:02PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) team members were honored for their outstanding service to the district at the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD) annual conference and awards banquet.

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The Juneteenth event was made possible through the generous support of various organizations.

Annual Juneteenth Brings Music, Dance and Community Pride

Jun 24, 2025 02:57PM ● By Michele Cook and photos by Rick Sloan

More than 700 community members gathered at Hagen Community Park from 3 to 7 p.m. June 13 to celebrate the fifth annual Juneteenth in Rancho Cordova.

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Attendees at the Rancho Cordova Luncheon

Leadership on Display

Jun 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Sen. Roger Niello Featured at Rancho Cordova Luncheon

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Civil Case for Pesticide Violations Resolved

Jun 23, 2025 06:11PM ● By MPG Staff

Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho, and several other District Attorney’s Offices in California, resolved a civil case against Pure Maintenance Holdings LLC, Pure Products LLC, Michael Adams and Brandon Michael Adams for pesticide violations and unfair business practices.

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The Game Show Studio experience invites guests to step into the spotlight and compete in high-energy games on a fully immersive set

From Screen to Real Life

Jun 18, 2025 12:05PM ● By Exposure Public Relations News Release

Sacramento Welcomes One-of-a-Kind Interactive Game Show Adventure

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The Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XVIII gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall to celebrate the culmination of their nine-month leadership journey.

Rancho Cordova Class XVIII Celebrates Graduation

Jun 18, 2025 11:57AM ● By Kristen Achziger, Visit Rancho Cordova

On the cool summer evening of June 12, Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XVIII gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall to celebrate the culmination of their nine-month leadership journey.

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A group of kids beat the heat aboard a float complete with an inflatable pool during Rancho Cordova’s Fourth of July parade

Your Fourth of July Fun

Jun 18, 2025 11:47AM ● By Ornella Rossi

40th Annual Rancho Cordova Fourth of July Celebration Brings the Boom

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Small Business Owners Describe Slightly-Improved Conditions

Jun 17, 2025 11:00AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

Small business owners expecting better business conditions and sales boosted the National Federation of Independent Business’s latest Small Business Optimism Index numbers, released on June 10, to 98.8, slightly above the 51-year average of 98.

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Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Jun 13, 2025 10:58AM ● By California Lottery News Release

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win.

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Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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Junior Levi Nyberg did a little bit of everything to lead Lancer’s baseball this spring

Lee, Nyberg Named Spring 2025 Sports Standouts

Jun 11, 2025 08:11AM ● By James Darnell

With the school year and spring sports season ending, the Grapevine Independent is recognizing standout athletes for their performance this spring at Cordova High School.

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Freshman Named to All-Metro Team

Jun 10, 2025 04:57PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ freshman tennis standout Perry Mayer was recently named to the 2025 All-Metro League team for the spring season.

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Council Greenlights Ambitious Mixed-Use Development

Jun 10, 2025 04:55PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council at its June 6 meeting discussed a variety of community-oriented topics, including support for local education, budget approvals and future development projects.

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The newly-installed seating wall offers families a safe, accessible and comfortable space to rest, eat or learn while enjoying the museum

Leadership Rancho Cordova Class Unveils Seating Wall

Jun 10, 2025 04:52PM ● By Kristen Achziger, Visit Rancho Cordova

On June 5, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of a new seating wall at the Sacramento Children’s Museum.

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The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome hundreds of attendees to this year’s Business Expo

Boosting Local Business

Jun 10, 2025 04:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 2025 Chamber Business Expo is Back

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Accepting Applications for SMUD’s Shine Program

Jun 10, 2025 01:09PM ● By SMUD News Release

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards will open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations in our service area.

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Catholic Woman of the Year posing with her Husband

Catholic Daughter Honored at State Convention

Jun 10, 2025 12:26PM ● By MPG Staff

At age 91, Githens’ proudest moment after being a wife, mother of four, grandmother of four and great grandmother of seven is being a Catholic Daughter for 47 years.

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Hummingbird Theatre Company's Cast in the Jazz Finale

“A Music Hall Spectaculaire!”

Jun 03, 2025 01:11PM ● By Hummingbird Theatre Company News Release

Hummingbird Theatre Company Presents a Vibrant Variety Cabaret Show at Rancho Cordova Elks Lodge

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From June 6 through June 27, Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive, will transform into an open-air cinema

Lights, Camera, Action!

Jun 03, 2025 12:59PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Moonlight Movies Return to Village Green

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Whether you’re walking, biking, running or riding horseback, Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers, the American River Bike Patrol and the American River Equestrian Patrol work behind the scenes, and on the trails, to keep everyone safe

Keeping Trails Safe

Jun 03, 2025 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks staff reminds residents and visitors that enjoying the county’s trails safely and respectfully is a shared responsibility.

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SMUD is anticipating issuing approximately $300 million of Electric Revenue Bonds and Subordinated Electric Revenue Bonds

SMUD to Issue $300 Million in Revenue Bonds

Jun 03, 2025 11:42AM ● By SMUD News Release

SMUD (Sacramento Municipal Utility District) proudly announces that it plans to issue approximately $300 million of Electric Revenue Bonds and Subordinated Electric Revenue Bonds during the month of June.

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Governor Newsom Announces Appointments

Jun 03, 2025 11:36AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on May 23 the following appointments.

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This year, five inspiring individuals have been recognized with the Five Over 50 Volunteer Award, presented by the Sacramento County Adult and Aging Commission

Celebrating Five Over 50 Award Winners

Jun 03, 2025 11:31AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Each May during Older Americans Month, Sacramento County honors older adults who are making a meaningful difference in their communities.

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California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is upgrading 21 fish hatcheries to boost the state’s salmon and trout populations

Supporting California’s Salmon Supply

May 29, 2025 11:03AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom Press Release

Governor Newsom announces upgrades to 21 fish hatcheries to boost salmon populations

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Cordova Recreation & Park District staff pose with the donations collected for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District’s Families in Transition program

CRPD Lends a Hand During Public Service Week

May 29, 2025 09:16AM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation & Park District

To celebrate Public Service Recognition Week, the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) recently held their quarterly staff luncheon.

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The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club participated in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day on May 17.

Bags of Love

May 29, 2025 09:10AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club News Release

The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club participated in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day on May 17 to stuff 200 Comfort Kits, 200 Comfort Kid Kits and 200 backpacks full of school supplies, along with about 10 community volunteers.

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