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Memorabilia from the Solons’

History of Sacramento Baseball on Display

Aug 05, 2026 08:52AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

For baseball fans looking to escape the summer heat, a drive to the Sacramento History Museum will treat visitors to the Play Ball! exhibit that traces the history of baseball in Sacramento from the first official game in 1860 to the present-day River Cats team.

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California Capital International Documentary Film Festival

A Weekend of Documentary Films

Aug 04, 2026 10:12AM ● By MPG Staff

Fourth annual festival returns Aug. 8-9.

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Unveiling ‘The Art of Essence’

Aug 04, 2026 10:09AM ● By Margaret Snider

The Art of Essence” will allow you to look at something and just notice the overall shapes, colors and lines of a simple object or scene and abstract the essence of that object,” said the Cordova Community Council website description of the 56th Art at City Hall show. The show began on July 27.

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A Barn Built for the Future

Aug 04, 2026 09:51AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Soil Born Farms New Animal Barn expands agricultural opportunities

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We Say Goodbye to a Summer Tradition: The Last Summer California State Fair

Aug 03, 2026 10:29AM ● By California State Fair News Release

The 2026 California State Fair wrapped-up another year of a summer tradition at Cal Expo, bringing families and friends together from across California and other states.

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Still Time to Visit the California State Fair

Jul 28, 2026 01:38PM ● By Ornella Rossi

What to Know Before the Final Weekend

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The Soundtrack of Summer

Jul 27, 2026 01:52PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Friday Night Concerts Return Through August

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Cordova Youth Triathlon

Youth Triathlon Debuts

Jul 27, 2026 01:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi

A new tradition is set to begin in Rancho Cordova as children prepare to dive into the inaugural Cordova Youth Triathlon, an event designed to challenge young athletes, build confidence and celebrate healthy, active living.

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Kindness in Motion

Jul 27, 2026 01:47PM ● By Ornella Rossi

How one educator is inspiring thousands to make a difference

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Free cake and ice cream served by volunteers at California Admission Day

Community Invited to Celebrate California Admission Day

Jul 21, 2026 03:46PM ● By California State Capitol Volunteer Association News Release

Visitors to the California State Capitol in downtown Sacramento on California Admission Day, Wednesday, Sept. 9, are in for a special treat.

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Erin Clancey welcomed as New Executive Director at the California Museum

California Museum Welcomes Erin Clancey as New Executive Director

Jul 21, 2026 03:26PM ● By The California Museum News Release

The California Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Clancey as the Museum’s new executive director.

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Vintage items for the Fashion show stacked together, including shoes and hat

Sacramento History Museum to Present First-Time Red, White & Vintage Fashion Show

Jul 21, 2026 12:14PM ● By Sacramento History Museum News Release

From Victorian to Vanity Fair, The Sacramento History Museum is getting all dolled up for a Red, White & Vintage Fashion Show

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Explore, Snap, Repeat

Jul 20, 2026 04:44PM ● By Kristen Achziger, Director of Marketing and Communications, Visit Rancho Cordova

Summer of Shenanigans Brings Rancho Cordova Together

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Mills Station Arts & Culture Center Traveling Exhibition

The Honeycomb Project

Jul 20, 2026 04:20PM ● By Cheryl Gleason, Art Director/Curator, The MACC

A Traveling Exhibition by Candace Garlock

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Leading the AI Conversation

Jul 20, 2026 03:31PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova pushes forward with AI and robotics ecosystem

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EMD and Food Safety Take Center Stage at State Fair

Jul 20, 2026 11:52AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) is conducting food safety inspections throughout the California State Fair to help ensure the fair's more than 150 food vendors are serving food safely.

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Play Ball museum exhibit

Local Museums Offer Ways to Enrich the Lazy Days of Summer with Plenty of Must-See and Must-Do Experiences

Jul 20, 2026 11:46AM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

The Greater Sacramento region is rich with museums and popular destinations that offer plenty of must-see and must-do experiences to explore before summertime makes way for a busy fall season.

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student cast for play "newsies"

Disney’s 'Newsies' Brings its Headlines to Sutter Street Theatre

Jul 14, 2026 03:49PM ● By Sutter Street Theatre News Release

Disney musical 'Newsies' is performing at the Sutter Street Theatre this summer.

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Students Recieve Scholarship by SARTA to Attend Summer Theatre Camp

Jul 14, 2026 02:01PM ● By SARTA News Press Release

SARTA has distributed $1,200 in Youth Education Scholarship (YES) funds to six students to attend Summer Theatre Camps.

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Mayor Garrett Gatewood

Coffee with the Mayor Returns

Jul 13, 2026 01:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Residents are invited to join Mayor Garrett Gatewood for Coffee with the Mayor, an informal community gathering on Tuesday, July 28, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Panera Bread, 3289 Zinfandel Drive.

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Rancho Roundup

Jul 13, 2026 01:00PM ● By MPG Staff

Catch up on upcoming community events, local partnerships and ways to connect

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Sacramento County Introducing Staycation Parks Pass

Jul 13, 2026 10:55AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

July is Parks and Recreation Month, and Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to experience a summer staycation close to home!

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Patriot Power,’ a 22-foot animated racing car

Rancho Cordova Float Master Delivers Another Masterful Creation

Jul 07, 2026 12:46PM ● By Elise Spleiss

The excitement of the 2026 Rancho Cordova parade, celebrating America’s 250 birthday may have subsided, but a one-of-a-kind entry stood out for the thousands of parade goers at two parades.

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Rancho Cordova Police Chief Shaun Hampton

Residents Connect with Officers at Annual ‘Chicken with the Chief’

Jul 07, 2026 12:35PM ● By MPG Staff

Community members gathered June 25 at Chick-fil-A Rivergate Cordova for the Rancho Cordova Police Department’s annual “Chicken with the Chief” event, an outreach initiative designed to strengthen connections between residents and local law enforcement.

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A Fourth to Remember

Jul 07, 2026 12:24PM ● By MPG Staff, photos by Rick Sloan

Residents turn out for Rancho Cordova's signature Fourth of July tradition

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Gold River Market Heats Up July

Jul 06, 2026 05:00PM ● By Gold River Sunday Market News Release

Fresh produce, free yoga, classic cars and local vendors fill Sundays at Town Centre

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Annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo

‘Where Business Meets Opportunity’

Jun 30, 2026 11:27AM ● By Ornella Rossi

15th Annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo Creates Lasting Partnerships

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Beyond the Books

Jun 23, 2026 09:56AM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

10 Things to do at the Library This Summer

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12th International Day of Yoga Celebrated

Jun 23, 2026 09:30AM ● By Bhaskar Vempati

More than 250 community members gathered at Village Green Park in Rancho Cordova on Sunday, June 21, to celebrate the 12th International Day of Yoga

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The Float Master of Rancho Cordova Is Back

Jun 23, 2026 08:42AM ● By Elise Spleiss

After a two-year hiatus Wayne Harmer, Rancho Cordova’s official Float Master of 16 years, with more than 21 floats (including Christmas) in multiple parades, has returned for the 250 Year Anniversary of America, with a 22 foot, Drag Racing car.

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The Most Patriotic Mile in Rancho Cordova

Jun 23, 2026 08:30AM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Before the BBQ. Before the fireworks. Before the lawn chairs line the parade route. Before America celebrates its independence, Rancho Cordova gathers for a mile.

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Micro Masterpieces Break Records Again

Jun 23, 2026 08:20AM ● By Margaret Snider, photos by Rick Sloan

The 2026 Micro Masterpieces auction, presented by the Rancho Cordova Arts Organization, included 640 pieces of art, over a hundred more than last year.

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Ready for the Fourth?

Jun 22, 2026 02:20PM ● By Ornella Rossi

A guide to Rancho Cordova’s biggest celebration

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The Tabernacle Choir

Tabernacle Choir's Hollywood Bowl Centennial Concert Comes to Local Watch Parties

Jun 22, 2026 01:30PM ● By Patsy McGavock

‘A Century of Song. Heard Together.’

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Rancho Cordova Cracks Down on Illegal Fireworks

Jun 18, 2026 11:57AM ● By Ornella Rossi

As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Rancho Cordova officials are sending a clear message: launching illegal fireworks could cost far more than a night of entertainment.

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