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Lady Lancers Win Season Opener

Aug 26, 2025 03:48PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

It didn't take long for the Cordova Lady Lancers to get their first win under new head coach Kim Bradley, as they defeated the visiting Tokay Tigers 6-0 in their regular season opener on Aug. 18 inside Lancer Stadium.

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Senior Quarterback Trey Wallace throws a pass down field behind some good blocking.
Lancers Win Season Opener In OT

Aug 26, 2025 03:30PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

It looks like the weeks of summer conditioning have paid off in a hurry for the Cordova Lancers, as they defeated the Sheldon Huskies 13-10 in overtime Aug. 22 in their season opener.

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Soroptimist Club Seeks Award Applicants

Aug 26, 2025 02:01PM ● By Soroptimist International News Release

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River is now accepting applications for the Live Your Dream Award (formerly known as the Women’s Opportunity Award).

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The City of Rancho Cordova Public Works Team and Project Partners
City Receives Project of the Year Awards

Aug 26, 2025 01:36PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The City of Rancho Cordova was recently honored with two Project of the Year Awards from the Sacramento Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA).

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A Rancho Cordova Police Department detective monitors the calls for service in the city
Rancho Cordova Fights Mail Theft

Aug 26, 2025 01:12PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The City of Rancho Cordova is fighting mail theft and other crimes using high-tech tools and the Rancho Cordova Police Department’s new Real Time Information Center (RTIC), as well as forging a unique collaboration between the Rancho Cordova Police Department and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

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city officials cutting ribbon
Parkway has New Connection

Aug 26, 2025 01:02PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The City of Rancho Cordova celebrated the completion of the Chase Drive and American River Parkway Connection project on Aug. 15.

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The bar graph shows new home sales in July
New Home Sales Rebound in July

Aug 26, 2025 08:46AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

July new home sales in the greater Sacramento region rebounded from June's low point, with 480 sales reported by North State Building Industry Association members, the association reported Aug. 12.

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Cupcake the Donkey poses
Public Invited to Celebration of Cupcake the Donkey

Aug 20, 2025 01:58PM ● By Haley Waugh

The Cordova Recreation and Park District invites the community to gather in remembrance of Cupcake, the community’s beloved donkey, from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 23 at the Hagan Community Barn.

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Rancho Cordova Mayor Siri Pulipati
Mayor in Motion

Aug 20, 2025 01:30PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Connect and Chat with Your Mayor in Your Neighborhood

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For Cordova Lady Lancers varsity girls’ volleyball team
Lady Lancers Energized Entering Season

Aug 20, 2025 01:23PM ● By James Darnell

For Cordova Lady Lancers varsity girls’ volleyball coach Jaimee Stevenson, it's all about the energy.

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Food Locker Board Members
Food Lockers "Food for Thought"

Aug 20, 2025 01:17PM ● By Margaret Snider

The full program for the Aug. 15 Rancho Cordova Luncheon was the screening of the film, “Food for Thought,” which was about the Rancho Cordova Food Locker

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The Lancers will host Mesa Verde in their home opener football game
Lancers Set to Kick Off 2025 Season

Aug 20, 2025 12:37PM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

After an offseason of preparation and hard work, the Cordova Lancers are ready for those beautiful Friday night lights.

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An eBike
Riding Smart in Rancho Cordova

Aug 13, 2025 10:19AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The recent rise in popularity of eBikes and eScooters has raised questions as to what traffic rules apply to them and their usage on streets and bike paths.

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Flag football team sports
Lady Lancers Lean into Familiarity This Season

Aug 13, 2025 10:16AM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lady Lancers are currently preparing for a new season with new players, new expectations and a new head coach. Luckily for them, the transition should be a smooth one.

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Lancers Cross Country Off and Running

Aug 12, 2025 05:05PM ● By James Darnell

Heading into their second season under the leadership of head coach Charlie Gonzalez, the Cordova Lancers are looking forward to a new season and new experiences as they continue to build up the program.

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Animal Services team member happily greets dog
Ruby Gets a Second Chance

Aug 12, 2025 04:58PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

When Ruby stopped eating and started rapidly losing weight, 60 pounds in just one month, her dad knew something was terribly wrong.

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City and school officials at the Riverview STEM Academy first-day-of-school event
Back to School and Into the Future

Aug 12, 2025 04:33PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Riverview STEM Academy Kicks Off New School Year with K-8 Expansion

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Council Acts on Illegal Fireworks and Regional Appointments

Aug 11, 2025 05:48PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The City Council convened its scheduled meeting on Aug. 4 to discuss several key city matters, including council appointments to regional boards, commissions and committees, as well as enforcement efforts related to illegal fireworks and temporary fireworks stands.

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Reduce Electricity during Flex Alerts and Earn Bill Credits

Aug 11, 2025 05:05PM ● By MPG Staff

With temperature rising, it’s not too late to register for Power Saver Rewards, a California Public Utilities Commission program.

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The 1981 Cordova Lancers varsity baseball team
Legendary Lancers Baseball Team Receives Newest Accolade

Aug 05, 2025 04:45PM ● By James Darnell

1981 Lancers to be Inducted into Hall of Fame

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Lancers Football Hosting Breakfast Fundraiser
Lancers Football Hosting Breakfast Fundraiser

Aug 05, 2025 04:42PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers football program is hosting a pancake breakfast fundraiser on Aug. 23 inside the football stadium.

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All ages visiting Art at City Hall enjoyed the Birds of a Feather exhibit
‘Birds of a Feather’

Aug 05, 2025 04:37PM ● By Margaret Snider, photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova Community Council event specialist Andrea Medina recently introduced the current Art at City Hall show, titled “Birds of a Feather.”

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Christiana Laret, a Cordova High School graduate, was a recipient of the Community Pride Scholarship program
2025 Community Pride Scholarship Winners

Jul 30, 2025 08:39AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Each year, City of Rancho Cordova employees raise funds for the city’s Community Pride Scholarship program to support graduating seniors in our community as they move onto their next chapter.

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Longtime shotput and discus coach John Donch celebrates with his niece
Donch Reaches Hall of Fame

Jul 30, 2025 08:30AM ● By James Darnell

For longtime track and field coach John Donch, receiving the news that he was recently selected for induction into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame was a pleasant surprise.

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First-place Junior Relay 18U stand at the podium holding their winning plaques
Racing for a Cause Via the Great American Triathlon

Jul 30, 2025 08:26AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The fifth Great American Triathlon took place July 19 along the American River Parkway where athletes laced up their running shoes, mounted their bikes and launched their kayaks for a cause.

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Police department officers hanging out with children showing them a police motorcycle
Stronger Together

Jul 30, 2025 08:20AM ● By Ornella Rossi

National Night Out Returns Aug. 5

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Damon Boddie, a Master Barber and cosmetologist, runs his own luxury barbershop
Boddie Makes the Cut for Hall of Fame

Jul 22, 2025 04:34PM ● By James Darnell

Damon Boddie is used to making cuts. Whether it was a juke move on the football field for the Cordova Lancers in the late ’80s and early ’90s or with a set of hair clippers in his area barbershop present day, the Cordova High Class of 1991 graduate has always worked well on his feet.

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SmartNews Names Rancho Cordova a Smartest City in California

Jul 22, 2025 04:27PM ● By SmartNews News Release

“Smartest Cities” research ranks the top ten most news-literate cities in California

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What’s New to Experience at The MACC

Jul 22, 2025 04:18PM ● By MPG Staff

For those who want to add some art to their summer, check out the MACC (Mills Station Arts & Culture Center) activities and events.

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Students Return Inspired from Transformative HBCU Tour

Jul 22, 2025 04:12PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

12 Rancho Cordova high school students, along with other students from across the region, are back home after spending a powerful, inspiring week touring Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the South.

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Attendees dancing at the Cordova Community Council Friday Night Concerts
Friday Night Concerts Return

Jul 22, 2025 04:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

What are you doing Friday night? Rancho Cordova residents are invited to grab their lawn chairs, lace up their dancing shoes and head to Village Green Park for a full month of free Friday Night Concerts, kicking off Aug. 1.

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Keyana Smith played college softball at Cosumnes River College and Morgan State University.Keyana Smith played college softball at Cosumnes River College and Morgan State University.
Smith Happy to be Recognized by Hometown

Jul 15, 2025 02:54PM ● By James Darnell

Former Lady Lancers' Pitcher Selected for Sports Hall of Fame

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Dorner Sprints into Hall of Fame

Jul 15, 2025 02:50PM ● By James Darnell

Former Cordova Lady Lancers' varsity track star Nia Dorner has taken the fast track into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame.

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Annual Aqua Show is a Splash

Jul 15, 2025 02:47PM ● By Chloe Smith and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Cordettes Synchronized Swimming Team held its annual Aqua Show at Cordova Community Pool on Sunday, July 13.

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Volunteers in green shirts stand in front of City hall
City Council Funds Local Initiatives

Jul 15, 2025 02:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council’s meeting on July 7 covered a range of community-focused topics, including a vital update on mosquito control, a spotlight on the city’s volunteer efforts and new partnerships aimed at enhancing local services.

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