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Secured Property Tax Bills Mailed This Month

Oct 28, 2026 09:27AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has mail about 493,740 secured property tax bills which are payable beginning Nov. 1. These tax bills are mailed only once a year, however, property owners may pay their bills in two installment payments.

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Downtown DOVA Concerns, Food Assistance and City Spending Highlight Council Meeting

Oct 26, 2026 03:42PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Questions about the financial risks of Downtown DOVA’s proposed arena dominated public comments at a recent Rancho Cordova City Council meeting, as residents weighed the project’s potential economic benefits against concerns about public spending, traffic and parking.

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Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association
Meet Mike: Building Champions at Cordova

Oct 26, 2026 03:36PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

I caught Michael Lorente between PE classes—a fitting introduction to a man balancing teaching, athletic leadership and college basketball.

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Rancho Cordova Business Resource Fair Returns Nov. 17

Oct 26, 2026 03:28PM ● By Rancho Cordova Area Chamber News Release

The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber and the City of Rancho Cordova are proud to host the third annual Rancho Cordova Business Resource Fair.

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Rancho Cordova City Council Member Siri Pulipati
Pulipati Takes Regional Leadership Role

Oct 26, 2026 03:17PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova City Council Member Siri Pulipati was named President of the Sacramento Valley Division for the League of California Cities for the 2026-2027 term.

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Story Time Launched at Rancho Cordova Community Food Hub

Oct 26, 2026 03:14PM ● By MPG Staff

Families with young children have a new Friday activity at the Rancho Cordova Community Food Hub.

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Hagan Gets Spooky

Oct 26, 2026 01:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

Halloween at Hagan brings magic, science and plenty of candy

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Community Collaboration Brings Public Art to Lincoln Village

Oct 26, 2026 01:36PM ● By Rick Sloan

In May of this year, John Hanna, the property owner at 9791 Lincoln Village Drive approached the City of Rancho Cordova with the idea of creating a mural on the side of his property that is leased by the Liquor Loft. City

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Lady Lancers Qualify for Postseason Play

Oct 26, 2026 01:30PM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

For the first time since 2023, the Cordova Lady Lancers find themselves in the thick of postseason action.

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Voting Options Available Ahead of Nov. 3 Election

Oct 26, 2026 01:12PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova voters have several options for casting ballots ahead of the Nov. 3 election, including voting by mail, using a ballot drop box or visiting a local Vote Center.

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City Approves $330K Incentive for Kora Power

Oct 26, 2026 12:52PM ● By Ornella Rossi

A local energy technology company could bring more than 100 jobs to Rancho Cordova over the next three years under an expansion plan supported by a $330,000 incentive approved by the City Council at its latest meeting on Oct. 19.

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Even in Today’s Economy, a New Home May Be More Affordable Than You Realize

Oct 20, 2026 09:34AM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

It’s no secret that mortgage interest rates have climbed sharply this year, due in part to the ongoing conflict in Iran and uncertainties about oil supplies and cost. Rates have broken the 7% level and are likely to inch even higher.

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2026 California Farm to School Summit took place at Soil Born Farms
What’s Cooking in California Schools?

Oct 20, 2026 09:30AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Farm to School Summit brings state leaders, local students and fresh ideas

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Lancers Remain Winless in League Following Loss to Antelope

Oct 20, 2026 09:17AM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers dropped their second-consecutive Metro League contest to begin league play following a 63-13 loss to visiting Antelope inside Lancer Stadium on Friday, Oct. 16.

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Diwali Festival of Lights
Diwali Festival of Lights Returns

Oct 19, 2026 01:58PM ● By MPG Staff

Thousands of people are expected to gather at Stone Creek Park on Oct. 25 as music, dance, food and fireworks return for Suvidha International Foundation’s annual Diwali Festival of Lights.

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Good Neighbor Day Brings City Hall to Gold Rush Park

Oct 19, 2026 01:06PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

City Hall moved outdoors Oct. 14 as Rancho Cordova residents gathered at Gold Rush Park for the city’s third Good Neighbor Day.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District staff
CRPD’s ‘Our Year of Impact Campaign’ Honored with Influence Award

Oct 19, 2026 01:00PM ● By Haley O'Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) was recognized with an Influence award for its “Our Year of Impact” campaign at the 2026 Public Relations Society of America California Capital Chapter (PRSA CCC) Influence Awards.

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Lady Lancers Qualify Two for Golf Divisionals

Oct 19, 2026 12:55PM ● By James Darnell

With the regular season coming to a close, the Cordova Lady Lancers are sending two of their own to participate in the upcoming CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) Sac Joaquin Section Division II Divisional tournament.

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Campaign Pitches Continue

Oct 19, 2026 12:51PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Candidates seeking state, school board and Rancho Cordova City Council seats made brief pitches to voters Oct. 16 during the second installment of the Campaign Whistlestop, hosted by the Cordova Community Council and Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce at Rancho Cordova City Hall.

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Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association
We’ve Been Busy

Oct 12, 2026 05:12PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

A few weeks ago, about 50 Cordova High School athletes walked into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame celebration. They’re accustomed to walking into gyms, stadiums and fields where people are there to watch them. This night was different.

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Mills Students Restore Staff Parking Tradition

Oct 12, 2026 05:06PM ● By MPG Staff

Students in the Visual Arts Department at Mills Middle School have restored a campus tradition by repainting the school’s Employee of the Month parking space after the original artwork was lost during a parking lot resurfacing project.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District Communications Manager
CRPD’s Shelby Golden Earns Accreditation in Public Relations

Oct 12, 2026 04:52PM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) is proud to announce that District Communications Manager Shelby Golden has earned the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) from The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

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Animal Services Responds to Wildlife Calls

Oct 12, 2026 04:46PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova residents who encounter injured, trapped or displaced wildlife may be able to receive assistance from the city’s Animal Services team, depending on the circumstances.

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Lorente Ready to Lead Cordova Athletics

Oct 12, 2026 04:39PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers’ athletic department is entering a new era, as Michael Lorente was introduced by Cordova High School on Sept. 15 as its newest Athletic Director.

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Civic Events Fill Fall Calendar

Oct 12, 2026 04:35PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Residents will have several opportunities in the coming weeks to meet city leaders, weigh in on a major development proposal, honor local veterans and give back to the community.

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City Hall Comes to Safetyville

Oct 12, 2026 04:31PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova city employees recently helped complete a new miniature City Hall at Safetyville USA, adding another landmark to the educational community designed to teach children important safety skills.

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Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band
Monsters, Magic and Mayhem

Oct 06, 2026 10:06AM ● By Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band News Release

Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band Brings a Spooktacular Night of Music

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Lady Lancers Hope to Turn Things Around

Oct 06, 2026 09:59AM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lady Lancers have had an up-and-down season thus far but certainly do not lack the confidence in themselves that they can right the ship.

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Lancers Dealt First Loss of Season

Oct 06, 2026 09:36AM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers were handed their first loss of the season last Friday, Oct. 2 as they fell 24-13 against visiting Vallejo High School.

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Leading the Charge: Homecoming Brings Lancers Together

Oct 06, 2026 09:24AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Spirit Week, rallies and longtime traditions build belonging across Cordova High

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U.S. Rep. Ami Bera met with students in grades nine through 12
Bera Brings Congress into the Classroom

Oct 06, 2026 09:20AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Artificial intelligence, inflation, immigration and the future of work all landed on the same classroom agenda Thursday, Oct. 1at Cordova High School.

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On Oct. 1, U.S. Rep. Ami Bera alongside Rancho Cordova city staff and residents
Service Beyond the Uniform

Oct 06, 2026 09:15AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

McGarvey named Veteran of the Month

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Cordova High School’s Class of 1966
Lancers Come Home

Oct 06, 2026 09:10AM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova High graduates return across generations to reconnect, remember and carry school traditions

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DOVA Advances as City Explains Financial Role

Oct 06, 2026 09:04AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova’s proposed Downtown DOVA moved closer to City Council consideration Sept. 30, as planning commissioners unanimously advanced plans for a 7,500-seat arena and a surrounding district intended to bring more entertainment, dining and gathering places to the city.

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A Little Bear, a Lot of Heart

Sep 28, 2026 02:26PM ● By Summerset Senior Living News Release

Rancho Cordova Seniors Deliver to Shriners Children’s

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