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Young Lancers Battling Growing Pains Within League Play

Jan 14, 2025 12:23PM ● By James Darnell, Photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova has gotten off to a slow start in its first season within the Metro League, dropping their first two games to McClatchy and Kennedy by a combined score of 12-0, respectively. According to their coach, it's all a part of the process.

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Rancho Cordova Food Locker Breaks Ground on New Food Hub

Jan 14, 2025 11:43AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova Food Locker marked a new chapter in its mission to fight food insecurity with a heartful groundbreaking ceremony Jan. 10 for its first of its kind Community Food Hub.

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Lady Lancers Playing to Win

Jan 14, 2025 11:34AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lady Lancers have endured some tough losses during their season thus far, but you'd never know it if you watch them compete.

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Rancho Cordova Resident Wins National Pageant Title

Jan 07, 2025 04:48PM ● By Prime Pageants News Release

Torreyana Tripette Crowned Mrs. USA Prime, Division IV

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Council Removes Planning Commissioner

Jan 07, 2025 04:43PM ● By Ornella Rossi

On Jan. 6, the Rancho Cordova City Council gathered to review several key issues, notably approving public art installations and discussing the removal of a Planning Commission member.

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Dignity Health Named One of the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care

Dec 31, 2024 09:08AM ● By Dignity Health News Release

U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento as a 2025 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care. This is the highest award a hospital can earn as part of U.S. News’ Best Hospitals for Maternity Care annual study.

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New Rancho Cordova Eateries

Dec 31, 2024 09:04AM ● By MPG Staff

The Rancho Cordova dining scene is heating up this winter with a variety of exciting new food spots. From hearty sandwiches to creative sushi and seasonal coffee drinks, the city’s eateries offer something for every palate.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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Cordova Boys Basketball Embracing Learning Curve

Dec 24, 2024 10:49AM ● By James Darnell

In his first year at the helm of the Cordova Lancers' varsity boys basketball program, head coach Kevin Bridgeforth expected growing pains. That's why, after a slow start to their season, he isn't panicking.

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X Games Set to Celebrate 30th Anniversary in Sacramento

Dec 24, 2024 10:38AM ● By X Games News Release

On Dec. 12, X Games announced a new three-year partnership with California Dreamin’ Entertainment which will bring the renowned actions sports and music festival to Cal Expo in Sacramento each summer from 2025-2027.

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United Way Unveils New Brand to Reflect Transformative Approach

Dec 24, 2024 10:33AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

United Way California Capital Region has joined United Way Worldwide in announcing a refreshed brand to reflect the organization’s reach and impact in communities as one of the world’s largest and oldest privately funded charities that helps more than 48 million people annually, including more than 12,000 in the greater Sacramento region

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Rancho Cordova Native Continues Family Legacy in Navy Reserve

Dec 24, 2024 10:29AM ● By By Iain Page, Navy Reserve - Navy Public Affairs Support Element West

Construction Mechanic 3rd Class Grant Johnson, a Rancho Cordova native, serves as a reserve sailor in the U.S. Navy, assigned to Naval Cargo Handling Battalion 13 in Gulfport, Mississippi.

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Rick Sloan and Michael Yearwood Elected to CRPD Board

Dec 24, 2024 10:05AM ● By Shelby Golden, Cordova Recreation & Park District

On Dec. 18, Rick Sloan and Michael Yearwood officially took their oaths of office to serve on the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) Board of Directors.

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Lady Lancers Soccer Preparing for Metro League Play

Dec 18, 2024 09:25AM ● By James Darnell

Despite getting off to a slow start to begin their season, the Cordova Lady Lancers varsity soccer team is feeling good as Metro League competition awaits after the new year.

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Planning Commission Approves Mather Veterans Village’s Phase Four

Dec 18, 2024 09:19AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved two projects on Tuesday, Dec. 11, after discussions on design and community impact. The meeting focused on a church remodel and a new affordable housing complex for veterans, both of which aim to enhance local infrastructure and support community needs.

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25th Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting a Success

Dec 18, 2024 09:17AM ● By MPG Staff

The 25th annual Cordova Community Christmas Tree Lighting was held on Dec. 1 at Village Green Park.

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MEDnRX Launches Innovative Telemedicine and Telepharmacy Kiosk

Dec 18, 2024 09:12AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

MEDnRX, an El Dorado Hills-based healthcare technology company, officially launched its first telemedicine and telepharmacy kiosk on Dec. 12 at SF Market, 2738 Sunrise Blvd.

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Sacramento New Home Sales Ending 2024 on a High Note

Dec 18, 2024 08:47AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

During a time of year when new home sales in the greater Sacramento region normally are dipping to their annual low point, buyers continued to purchase new homes at near-record levels in November, the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) reported Dec. 10.

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Elected City Council Members Appointed

Dec 18, 2024 08:43AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council held its meeting on Monday, Dec. 16, where significant leadership changes were made, including the appointment of a new mayor and vicemayor, as well as a discussion on the city’s Planning Commissions future.

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Lady Lancers' Second-Half Rally Fuels OT Win

Dec 10, 2024 06:44PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers put together a comeback for the ages on Friday, Dec. 6 against visiting Destiny Christian Academy, coming away with an exciting 49-46 overtime victory inside the Lancer gym.

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Council Approves $2.7M Contract for Business Retention Services

Dec 10, 2024 06:35PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council approved a resolution on Dec. 2 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce for business retention services. The agreement, valued at up to $2,777,937, will span from February 2025 to February 2028.

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Teens Earn Bikes

Dec 10, 2024 06:00PM ● By American River Bike Patrol News Release

Cordova High School students in Rancho Cordova have benefitted from a program created by the American River Bike Patrol (ARBP) that has introduced teens to the joys of cycling and taught them life skills in an unusual way.

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Economic Development and Community Development Directors Named

Dec 10, 2024 05:36PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The City of Rancho Cordova announced Amanda Norton as its new Economic Development director and Darcy Goulart as its new Community Development director.

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Recognizing Local STARs

Dec 10, 2024 05:22PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

On Dec. 4, the City of Rancho Cordova, Rancho Cordova Police Department and Sacramento Metro Fire spread holiday cheer and recognized the achievements of 34 exceptional local students.

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SacRT Awarded Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Grant

Dec 04, 2024 10:08AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) was recently selected as a Round 1 Grantee of the Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program by the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI).

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Big Red Football Awards!

Dec 04, 2024 10:04AM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

On Friday, Nov. 22, the Cordova High Lancer football team wrapped up its 61st season with an awards banquet at the Hagan Park Community room. The season ended with a 5-5 overall record and a 2-4 record in league play.

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See How They Run

Dec 02, 2024 04:58PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Endangered Chinook salmon are now running in full force.

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Former Olympian Takes Throws Clinic to Next Level

Nov 26, 2024 04:23PM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

On Nov. 10, a throws clinic was held at Cordova High. The Rancho Cordova Track Club (RCTC) hosted the first of its kind clinic, which was led by Rancho Cordova Track Club throws coach Andy Bloom.

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Young Lady Lancers Looking to Surprise in 2024

Nov 26, 2024 04:17PM ● By James Darnell

Longtime Cordova girls’ basketball head coach Kim Little has seen it all during her time at Cordova High School. So entering this season with a younger roster, she has been asking her team one question: "What are you willing to sacrifice in order to gain?"

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City Awarded $175,000 DOJ Grant to Advance Community Policing

Nov 26, 2024 04:06PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The City of Rancho Cordova has been selected as a recipient of a $175,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS).

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Grant Enhances Safety and Connectivity

Nov 26, 2024 04:04PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The City of Rancho Cordova has secured a grant to enhance transportation and pedestrian access along Chase Drive with the addition of a multiuse path stretching from Coloma Road to the American River Parkway.

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Photos with Santa at KP International

Nov 26, 2024 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Looking to capture the magic of the holidays and create lasting memories with your loved ones? Look no further than KP International Market

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Resource Fair Benefits Businesses

Nov 26, 2024 03:53PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Business owners gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 for the city’s inaugural Business Resource Fair.

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What's Not to Love?

Nov 26, 2024 03:44PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The annual Cordova Community Christmas Tree Lighting will kick off the holiday season with an exciting celebration from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 at Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive.

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