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Everybody Can Be Great

Sep 14, 2026 02:04PM ● By Jason Harper, Director of Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

Nearly 50 Cordova High School athletes showed up for the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame. But they weren't there to be honored. They were there to serve.

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Barktoberfest
Jump Into a Fun Fall with the District’s Upcoming Events

Sep 14, 2026 01:59PM ● By Haley O'Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Join the Cordova Recreation & Park District’s (District) this September at one of its upcoming events! Hosted in District parks and facilities, these events invite the community to enjoy some quality fun outside with family and friends!

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Cordova Lancers football, basketball and baseball teams
Hall of Fame Honors Newest Class of Inductees

Sep 14, 2026 01:40PM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame honored its newest class of inductees during the 11th annual Hall of Fame induction ceremony this past Saturday, Sept. 12 in front of a capacity crowd inside Rancho Cordova City Hall.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District Staff and Board Members pose
District Recognized for Commitment to Operational Excellence

Sep 14, 2026 01:21PM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) was recently recognized at the California Special Districts Association Annual Conference in Palm Desert for its commitment to responsible governance and operational excellence.

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Lancers Tame Cougars, Improve to 2-0

Sep 14, 2026 01:17PM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers have seemingly found themselves a good recipe for success through their first two games of the season.

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Volunteers Bring Good Deeds Day to Lincoln Village
Volunteers Bring Good Deeds Day to Lincoln Village

Sep 14, 2026 01:09PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Rakes scraped across lawns, landscaping materials moved from house to house and volunteers spread throughout Lincoln Village Saturday, Sept. 12 as a neighborhood became the latest stop for an annual day of service.

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Pet Junction Opens Its Doors

Sep 14, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Dogs joined their owners Saturday morning as Rancho Cordova welcomed a new business built around something owner Jim Dempsey has known nearly his entire life, the pet industry.

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The Golden Hills Preserve
New Preserves Held by Land Trust Protect Open Space in Sacramento County

Sep 14, 2026 11:57AM ● By Sacramento Valley Conservancy News Release

Sacramento Valley Conservancy (SVC) added two new open space preserves to the system of protected lands in Sacramento County this summer, one protecting blue oak woodlands and the other open grasslands for Swainson’s Hawk foraging.

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Rancho Cordova Police Department
RCPD Conducts Retail Theft Operation

Sep 08, 2026 02:06PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Recently, the Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) conducted a retail theft enforcement operation focused on retail establishments on Zinfandel Drive.

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11th annual Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame
Come One, Come All!

Sep 08, 2026 02:03PM ● By James Darnell

11th annual Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony to be held this Saturday

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Cordova High School students play volleyball
Leading the Charge: Lancer Stories

Sep 08, 2026 02:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

New schoolwide message reflects pride, belonging and change

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Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services
Volunteers to Transform 30 Lincoln Village Homes on Sept. 12

Sep 08, 2026 01:57PM ● By Dorothy Mae Good Deeds Day News Release

Dorothy Mae Good Deeds Day marks 40 years of Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services

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Visit Rancho Cordova is accepting nominations for its second annual Destination Legacy Awards
Visit Rancho Cordova Opens Nominations for 2026 Destination Legacy Awards

Sep 08, 2026 01:50PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Visit Rancho Cordova is accepting nominations for its second annual Destination Legacy Awards, recognizing businesses, events, organizations and individuals that contribute to the city's tourism industry.

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‘Meant to Be’

Sep 08, 2026 01:44PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mimo Bake Studio and The Brewing Bean create family through food and coffee

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Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District
The Energy to Do Great Things

Sep 01, 2026 10:06AM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

Superintendent Column

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Roadway Improvement
Roadway Improvement Projects Progress Across Rancho Cordova

Sep 01, 2026 09:56AM ● By MPG Staff

Several roadway improvement projects are underway or nearing completion throughout Rancho Cordova, according to the city’s Public Works Department.

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Lancers Halt Huskies in Home Opener

Sep 01, 2026 09:53AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

With the Cordova Lancers holding onto a slim three-point lead with nine minutes remaining in the fourth quarter of their season opener against the Sheldon Huskies inside Lancer Stadium on Friday, Aug. 28, the game was anyone’s for the taking.

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Community Center
City Moves Forward with Plans for Future Community Center

Sep 01, 2026 09:40AM ● By MPG Staff

The city of Rancho Cordova is moving forward with plans to transform two International Drive properties into a community center focused on arts, education, events and other community uses.

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Lady Lancers ‘Humbled’ In Home Opener

Aug 31, 2026 05:32PM ● By James Darnell, photo by James Darnell

Sometimes, it’s just not your night.

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Soroptimist Club Seeks Applicants for Live Your Dream Award
Soroptimist Club Seeks Applicants for Live Your Dream Award

Aug 31, 2026 05:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River is accepting applications for its 2026 Live Your Dream Award, which provides financial assistance to women who are working to improve their education, skills and employment opportunities.

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Sunriver Neighborhood Association
Sunriver Neighborhood Association Celebrates 25 Years of Community

Aug 31, 2026 05:09PM ● By Sunriver Community Association News Release

What began 25 years ago with a neighborhood burglary and a few concerned neighbors has grown into a lasting tradition of friendship, volunteerism and community in Sunriver.

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Income-Qualified Homeowners Among Those Eligible to Access Remaining State Solar and Battery Funds

Aug 31, 2026 03:51PM ● By Haven Energy News Release

Haven Energy is helping eligible California homeowners across participating publicly owned utilities access state funding that can cover the cost of home battery systems

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Homeless Services
Homeless Services: Progress, Challenges and the Work Ahead

Aug 31, 2026 12:06PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors heard a comprehensive and meaningful update on the outcomes of key homeless shelters and service programs from fiscal year 25/26.

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Sacramento Business Journal’s 2026 Best Real Estate Projects
Four Rancho Cordova Projects Recognized for Real Estate Excellence

Aug 24, 2026 05:27PM ● By MPG Staff

Four projects in Rancho Cordova have been selected as honorees in the Sacramento Business Journal’s 2026 Best Real Estate Projects, recognizing developments ranging from community services to new investments in the city.

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Veterans Services Office
Veterans Services Office Celebrates New Location

Aug 24, 2026 05:22PM ● By MPG Staff

Sacramento County has opened a new Veterans Services Office in Rancho Cordova, providing veterans and their families with a new location to receive assistance with benefits, disability claims and other support services.

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sports
We Built a Better Front Door

Aug 24, 2026 04:38PM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

RCAASports.com Is Live

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Lady Lancers Hope to Hold Court This Fall

Aug 24, 2026 04:33PM ● By James Darnell

After a strong season last fall that saw the Cordova Lady Lancers earn a spot in the CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) Sac-Joaquin Section playoffs under first-year head coach Pete Creasman, the team is looking forward to what’s in store for an encore.

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Lancers Cross Country Ready to Make a Run

Aug 24, 2026 04:19PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers cross country team is off and running for their 2026 season.

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Cordova Villa Elementary School broke ground Aug. 18 on a modernization project
Cordova Villa Breaks Ground on New Chapter

Aug 24, 2026 04:14PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Measure R-funded modernization will reshape Rancho Cordova elementary campus

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School and community leaders gathered Tuesday, Aug. 18, to break ground on renovations coming to Cordova High School
Building the Next Generation of Lancers

Aug 24, 2026 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

45,000-square-foot building will reshape student services and learning

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Rancho Cordova Community Food Hub
Food Hub Opens Doors in Rancho Cordova

Aug 24, 2026 03:54PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

New facility gives families a grocery-style approach to food assistance

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Hume Gives Countywide Update

Aug 24, 2026 03:45PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Supervisor discusses budget, roads, growth and regional priorities

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EMD Offers Free Training for Local Businesses

Aug 24, 2026 12:57PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Businesses that handle hazardous materials can strengthen their compliance knowledge through a series of free, in-person training courses offered by the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD).

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flag football
Lady Lancers Looking to Make a Leap

Aug 17, 2026 06:13PM ● By James Darnell

With the Cordova Lady Lancers beginning their season this week, the excitement surrounding the program is palpable.

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city of rancho cordova
Using New Technology for More Efficient Services

Aug 17, 2026 06:02PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Since cityhood, the city has surveyed neighborhoods to identify code concerns and connect residents to programs and services that help them maintain their properties and improve neighborhood conditions.

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