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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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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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‘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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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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The Marinelli Bros Circus Brings a New Experience to Sacramento

Jun 15, 2026 02:27PM ● By The Marinelli Brothers Circus News Release

Get ready Sacramento, the circus is in town!

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Cordova High Alumni to Debut First-Ever Float in Fourth of July Parade

Jun 15, 2026 02:21PM ● By Cordova High School Alumni

Alumni from Cordova High School will participate in the city’s annual Fourth of July parade with a dedicated float celebrating the school’s history and community impact.

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Rancho Cordova Arts, A Giant Community

Jun 15, 2026 12:55PM ● By Margaret Snider, photos by Rick Sloan

The 8th annual Members Show of the Rancho Cordova Arts Organization opened on June 11 at the Mills Station Arts and Culture Center (MACC).

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Neighbors Meet Their City

Jun 15, 2026 12:23PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Good Neighbor Day Brings Connections to Dave Roberts Community Park

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Creativity Fills the Park

Jun 15, 2026 12:07PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Fourth Annual Art in the Park Brings Community Together

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Young visitors got up close with aircraft

Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Jun 15, 2026 11:58AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport

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Long-Term Agreement Keeps Major Music Festivals at Discovery Park Through 2035

Jun 15, 2026 11:44AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

June 9, The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a 10-year agreement between Sacramento County and Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP), authorizing the company to host up to three multi-day festivals annually at Discovery Park through 2035.

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Family Health and Fitness Day Offers Outdoor Fun for All

Jun 09, 2026 09:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Looking for a fun way to get active, spend time outdoors and make memories with your family? Sacramento County residents will have plenty of opportunities to do just that during Family Health & Fitness Day on Saturday, June 13.

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All America Mile Returns July 4

Jun 08, 2026 03:22PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova residents will have a chance to start Independence Day on the move as the All America Mile returns Saturday, July 4, as part of the city’s annual Fourth of July celebrations.

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‘Healing Through Comedy’

Jun 08, 2026 01:35PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

For seven Rancho Cordova residents, stepping onto a stage and making strangers laugh meant doing something even more difficult first: sharing their personal stories.

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Pony Express National Re-Ride Departs June 15

Jun 08, 2026 10:38AM ● By National Pony Express Association (NPEA) News Release

Historic 1,900-Mile Journey to Feature America 250 Celebration

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Good Neighbor Day Brings City Hall to the Park

Jun 02, 2026 09:39AM ● By MPG Staff

Residents can meet city officials, connect with local organizations and celebrate community spirit at Good Neighbor Day from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 11 at Dave Roberts Community Park, 10820 Mapola Way.

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KP Market Hosts Korean Culture Festival

Jun 02, 2026 09:21AM ● By Khushi Salgia, photos by Khushi Salgia

Sacramentans Gather to Celebrate Korean Culture

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Friday Nights, Movie Lights

Jun 01, 2026 05:44PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Moonlight Movies Brings Summer Fun Back to Rancho Cordova

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County Seeks Climate Emergency Task Force Members

Jun 01, 2026 12:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The County of Sacramento is seeking community members to serve on its Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force, a volunteer advisory body helping shape the County’s response to climate change through collaboration, public engagement and policy recommendations.

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CDFW Releases Ocean Salmon Harvest Tracking Tools

Jun 01, 2026 12:43PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce the launch of new digital tools to track the recreational and commercial in-season harvests of ocean salmon.

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SAFE Employees Run Third Annual Flag Collection Drive Through June

Jun 01, 2026 12:34PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Coinciding with Memorial Day weekend and Flag Day in June, SAFE Credit Union employees are holding their third annual U.S. Flag collection drive through Tuesday, June 30.

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