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Lady Lancers’ Volleyball Ventures into New Territory

Aug 27, 2024 04:34PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Under new head coach Jaimee Stevenson, the Lady Lancers will feature eight underclassmen and five seniors

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Lancers Football Starts 1-0

Aug 27, 2024 03:38PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova varsity football team certainly wanted to 'hit the ground running' in their season opener last Friday against visiting El Camino, and as it turned out, that’s exactly what they did en route to an impressive 37-12 victory

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Explore County Parks with Agents of Discovery

Aug 27, 2024 12:55PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Agents of Discovery, an interactive, augmented reality game, is now available at two Sacramento County Regional Parks: Gibson Ranch Regional Park and River Bend Park

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Soroptimists Receive Proclamation, Celebrate 15 Years

Aug 27, 2024 12:49PM ● By Soroptimist International News Release

Rancho Cordova Mayor David Sander presented the Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova/Gold River Club with a proclamation honoring their 15-year anniversary and service to the Rancho Cordova area at the Aug. 5 City Council meeting

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Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

Aug 19, 2024 05:05PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins

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Twin Rivers Unified Receives Prestigious Award

Aug 15, 2024 12:21PM ● By Twin Rivers Unified School District News Release

Twin Rivers Unified School District is the only Sacramento area school district and one of six statewide to receive the prestigious 2024 Unity Latino Education Advancement and Distinction (LEAD) Award from the California Latino School Boards Association (CLSBA).

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Big Red is Ready for 61st Season!

Aug 15, 2024 10:28AM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancer football team has been working hard in the off-season in preparation for the start of the 2024-25 season

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Lady Lancers Flag Football Ready To Compete

Aug 15, 2024 10:12AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Entering the second year of the girls varsity flag football program at Cordova High School, head coach Garrett Roth is eager to get the ball rolling (or throwing in this case) as they look to continue to establish themselves in the new sport

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Educating on Fentanyl and Opioid Overdose/Poisoning

Aug 14, 2024 11:37AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Fentanyl poisoning has now become the leading cause of death among adults ages 18 to 45, surpassing suicide, gun violence and car accidents, according to Sacramento County officials.

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Davis Overcomes Obstacles En Route to Hall of Fame

Aug 07, 2024 09:15AM ● By James Darnell

Davis, a 2009 graduate of Cordova High School, was recently elected to the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame

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Student-Made Film Premieres at City Hall

Aug 07, 2024 08:50AM ● By Charles Lago

The Rancho Cordova Film Office, in association with the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League, presented a film screening of “The Mineshaft” at Rancho Cordova City Hall on Aug. 3

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School Board Puts Bonds on Ballot

Aug 06, 2024 05:07PM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove Unified School District residents will decide in November whether to approve $542 million in school bonds

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Foundation Gives Graduates Construction Opportunities

Jul 31, 2024 11:45AM ● By The Write Stuff Communications News Release

Julian Aguilar has wanted to be a construction worker for a long time; he just didn’t know what trade he wanted to pursue

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UC Davis Health Breaks Ground On 14-Story Tower

Jul 31, 2024 11:13AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Medical center expansion state-of-the-art

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Hargrove Selected to Sports Hall of Fame

Jul 31, 2024 11:00AM ● By James Darnell

Harvey Hargrove has loved the game of baseball for a long time. Now, after a journey filled with several twists and turns, the game is loving him back

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Lancers Cross Country Off And Running for 2024

Jul 24, 2024 02:54PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers cross country team began summer workouts last week in preparation for the quickly upcoming fall season, and are looking to put together the building blocks for a successful program under new head coach Charlie Gonzalez

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CSUS President Says ‘We’re There for Everybody’

Jul 24, 2024 02:44PM ● By Margaret Snider

In 2023, Dr. J. Luke Wood, transitioned from vice-president at San Diego State University to president of California State University, Sacramento. He discussed his first-year achievements at the Rancho Cordova Luncheon on July 19.

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Assemblyman Hoover's Bill Limiting Smartphone Use in California Schools Approved

Jul 03, 2024 10:58AM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

The Senate Education Committee Unanimously Passed Landmark Legislation Authored by Assemblymembers Josh Hoover (R-Folsom), Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance), and Josh Lowenthal (D-Long Beach) to Limit the Use of Smartphones in Schools

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Community Mourns the Loss of a Great Star

Jun 26, 2024 01:46PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Elijah Wallace's Vibrant Spirit Touched the Lives of Many

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Local is Co-Author of Book Published by Major Textbook Publisher

Jun 26, 2024 09:28AM ● By Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group News Release

Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group and Co-Author, Dr. Jyenny Babcock, are Proud to Announce the Publication of 'Inspired to Climb Higher'

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300-Plus Volunteers Make Spring Service Day Successful

Jun 25, 2024 09:50AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Inaugural Spring Service Day Takes Place on Saturday, May 18, at Rancho Cordova City Hall

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City Council Awards $3.4 Million in Funding Requests

Jun 19, 2024 02:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council Recently Addressed Crucial Budget Decisions for the Upcoming Fiscal Year 2024-25 During the June 17 Meeting

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Anniversary Celebration for Steve Keys Coming June 29

Jun 11, 2024 04:57PM ● By Mike Marando, Cordova High 1973 Alumnus

Friends, Families and Teammates of Steven Michael Keys are Invited on Saturday, June 29, to Gather for a Special, 40-Year Anniversary Celebration of Life

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Cordova High Celebrates Commencement Ceremony

Jun 05, 2024 11:39AM ● By Cordova High School Principal Amy Strawn, photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova High School Holds Commencement Ceremony May 24 for Class of 2024

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Nightmares and Hallucinations Could Signal Autoimmune Disease

Jun 05, 2024 09:21AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

A New Study Shows Many People are Unaware of Mental and Neurological Symptoms of Diseases Such as Lupus

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Many Ways to Celebrate Family Health and Fitness Day

Jun 04, 2024 01:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

For Family Health and Fitness Day 2024, Sacramento County Regional Parks is Pleased to Share Various Programs

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5 Over 50 Volunteer Award Winners Announced

Jun 04, 2024 11:38AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Adult and Aging Commission Proudly Presents the 5 Over 50 Volunteer Award to Five Outstanding Individuals

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Field Day a Celebration for Ham Radio Enthusiasts

Jun 04, 2024 11:27AM ● By Friends & Amateur Radio Communications Enthusiasts News Release

National Amateur Radio Exercise to Take Place from 11 a.m. Saturday, June 22, to 12:59 p.m. on Sunday, June 23

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SAFE Credit Union Announces Scholarship Award Recipients

Jun 04, 2024 10:53AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

$4,000 Scholarships Go to Graduating High School Seniors and Community College Students

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St. Francis Social Studies Department Chair Promoted to Assistant Principal

Jun 04, 2024 09:58AM ● By St. Francis Catholic High School News Release

Julie Van Houten is New Assistant Principal at Sacramento's St. Francis Catholic High School

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Small Art for a Big Cause

May 29, 2024 05:32PM ● By Rancho Cordova Arts News Release

Art Education Fundraiser for Rancho Cordova Schools

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Lancers Grab 5th Straight GSL Championship

May 22, 2024 05:21PM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova Softball Finishes League Play Undefeated

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Cordova Seniors Recognized at Annual Awards Night

May 22, 2024 04:40PM ● By Soledad Parada, photos by Rick Sloan

Principal Amy Strawn Welcomes Seniors and Their Families

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Excellence Honored in Special Education

May 22, 2024 02:45PM ● By Lilia Neal, photo by Aaron Storey

Event Held at Cordova High School Performing Arts Center Celebrates 139 Nominees

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Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club Hosts 66th Art Fiesta

May 07, 2024 11:58AM ● By Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club News Release

Event to Take Place at Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Sacramento on June 1 and 2

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