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Class of 2025 is inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this fall
2025 Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Jul 08, 2025 04:07PM ● By Rancho Cordova Athletic Association News Release

An incredible varsity baseball team, a women’s track and field legend, two football and softball star players, and a pair of revered coaches will be honored when the Class of 2025 is inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this fall.

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Jacqueline Morrison was a four-year varsity player for the Lady Lancers with numerous accolades.
Morrison Cherishes Time at Cordova

Jul 08, 2025 04:01PM ● By James Darnell

Former Lady Lancers' softball standout selected for Sports Hall of Fame

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Longtime coach and educator Alan Withers will receive the “Heart of a Champion” award during the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame
Withers Honored with Hall of Fame Selection

Jul 08, 2025 03:55PM ● By James Darnell

Those around longtime head coach and educator Alan Withers would tell you “It's about time,” upon hearing the recent news that he is being inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this September.

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From left are Hall of Famers Tony Harris, Kevin Appino, Dianne Yost Goldman, Joey Ortiz, Terry Peyton and Jerry Ahlin participated in this year's Fourth of July parade.
Honoring the Past and Celebrating the Future

Jul 08, 2025 03:47PM ● By Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame News Release

The theme of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame’s entry into the city’s Fourth of July parade appropriately alluded to inspiring future generations of athletes with a bow to the city’s rich and storied athletic history.

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The Cordova Recreation and Park District finance team recently received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
CRPD Honored with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award

Jul 08, 2025 03:37PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) has been honored with the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the most recent qualifying year. This prestigious recognition highlights Cordova Recreation & Park District’s commitment to excellence in government budgeting and transparency.

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Record Crowds, Music and Fireworks

Jul 08, 2025 03:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova Community’s Two-Day July 4 Celebration Draws Thousands

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Joey Ortiz is a Cordova graduate from the Class of 1989.
Ortiz Has the Heart of a Champion

Jul 01, 2025 04:16PM ● By James Darnell

Former Lancers' standout has overcome many obstacles en route to Sports Hall of Fame

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Two of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame founders, Conrade Mayer and Mike Marando (left) are eager to celebrate the 10th annual induction ceremony
10 Years and Counting!

Jul 01, 2025 04:11PM ● By James Darnell

The Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame is celebrating its 10th anniversary in September

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New Pacific Charter, a growing network of public charter schools committed to student-centered opening
New Pacific Charter Campus Approved

Jul 01, 2025 03:50PM ● By New Pacific Charter News Release

San Juan Unified School District Authorizes New Charter

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Cordova Recreation & Park District Board of Directors, staff and community members celebrate the grand opening of Exploration Park.
District’s 50th Park!

Jul 01, 2025 03:11PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

On June 28, Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) and the community celebrated a significant milestone, the grand opening of Exploration Park, the district’s 50th park.

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Rancho Cordova Chamber staff, business owners, residents and city staff attended the 14th annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo
Chamber Business Expo Marks 14th Year of Success

Jul 01, 2025 03:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce brought together local innovation, energy and community spirit June 26 at the 14th annual Rancho Cordova Business Expo, a half-day event that drew more than 400 attendees and nearly 100 local vendors to City Hall.

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Lancers defensive lineman Julian Drahn
Drahn Excited Entering Senior Season

Jun 24, 2025 03:40PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers' incoming senior defensive lineman Julian Drahn has accomplished a ton during his time as a standout on the varsity football team.

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Cordova Recreation and Park District staff and board members pose together after the recognition banquet.
CRPD Members Honored

Jun 24, 2025 03:02PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) team members were honored for their outstanding service to the district at the California Association of Recreation and Park Districts (CARPD) annual conference and awards banquet.

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The Juneteenth event was made possible through the generous support of various organizations.
Annual Juneteenth Brings Music, Dance and Community Pride

Jun 24, 2025 02:57PM ● By Michele Cook and photos by Rick Sloan

More than 700 community members gathered at Hagen Community Park from 3 to 7 p.m. June 13 to celebrate the fifth annual Juneteenth in Rancho Cordova.

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The victorious 10U Girls Softball team
Girls Softball Stars Shine

Jun 24, 2025 02:52PM ● By Cordova Girls Softball President Rod Borba and photos by Rick Sloan

All six Cordova Girls Softball, Fury All Star teams, competed in the 27th annual Stars of Cordova Fastpitch Tournament at the Mills Middle School Softball Complex.

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Attendees at the Rancho Cordova Luncheon
Leadership on Display

Jun 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Sen. Roger Niello Featured at Rancho Cordova Luncheon

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Cordova Lancers quarterback Trey Wallace was invited to attend an exclusive camp at the University of Nevada-Reno last weekend
Wallace Putting in the Work

Jun 18, 2025 12:09PM ● By James Darnell

Lancers' QB Trey Wallace hopes his hard work pays off

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The Game Show Studio experience invites guests to step into the spotlight and compete in high-energy games on a fully immersive set
From Screen to Real Life

Jun 18, 2025 12:05PM ● By Exposure Public Relations News Release

Sacramento Welcomes One-of-a-Kind Interactive Game Show Adventure

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The Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XVIII gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall to celebrate the culmination of their nine-month leadership journey.
Rancho Cordova Class XVIII Celebrates Graduation

Jun 18, 2025 11:57AM ● By Kristen Achziger, Visit Rancho Cordova

On the cool summer evening of June 12, Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XVIII gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall to celebrate the culmination of their nine-month leadership journey.

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A group of kids beat the heat aboard a float complete with an inflatable pool during Rancho Cordova’s Fourth of July parade
Your Fourth of July Fun

Jun 18, 2025 11:47AM ● By Ornella Rossi

40th Annual Rancho Cordova Fourth of July Celebration Brings the Boom

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Pictured are the winning artists from the seventh annual Rancho Cordova Arts Members
Arts Members Show Called ‘the Best’

Jun 17, 2025 09:21AM ● By Margaret Snider and photos by Rick Sloan

The art of Rancho Cordova Arts members is now being exhibited at the Mills Station Arts and Culture Center (The MACC).

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Construction Workers
Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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The Cordova Lady Lancers’ varsity flag football gather in a circle celebrating
Little Named Flag Football Coach

Jun 11, 2025 08:29AM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers’ varsity flag football program recently hired Kim Little to be their next head coach, according to Cordova High School Athletic Director JP Dolliver.

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Junior Levi Nyberg did a little bit of everything to lead Lancer’s baseball this spring
Lee, Nyberg Named Spring 2025 Sports Standouts

Jun 11, 2025 08:11AM ● By James Darnell

With the school year and spring sports season ending, the Grapevine Independent is recognizing standout athletes for their performance this spring at Cordova High School.

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Rancho Cordova Independent
Freshman Named to All-Metro Team

Jun 10, 2025 04:57PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ freshman tennis standout Perry Mayer was recently named to the 2025 All-Metro League team for the spring season.

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Rancho Cordova Independent
Council Greenlights Ambitious Mixed-Use Development

Jun 10, 2025 04:55PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council at its June 6 meeting discussed a variety of community-oriented topics, including support for local education, budget approvals and future development projects.

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The newly-installed seating wall offers families a safe, accessible and comfortable space to rest, eat or learn while enjoying the museum
Leadership Rancho Cordova Class Unveils Seating Wall

Jun 10, 2025 04:52PM ● By Kristen Achziger, Visit Rancho Cordova

On June 5, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of a new seating wall at the Sacramento Children’s Museum.

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The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome hundreds of attendees to this year’s Business Expo
Boosting Local Business

Jun 10, 2025 04:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 2025 Chamber Business Expo is Back

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Hummingbird Theatre Company's Cast in the Jazz Finale
“A Music Hall Spectaculaire!”

Jun 03, 2025 01:11PM ● By Hummingbird Theatre Company News Release

Hummingbird Theatre Company Presents a Vibrant Variety Cabaret Show at Rancho Cordova Elks Lodge

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From June 6 through June 27, Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive, will transform into an open-air cinema
Lights, Camera, Action!

Jun 03, 2025 12:59PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Moonlight Movies Return to Village Green

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Brian Anderson practices the banjo frequently at parks in Rancho Cordova
Brian Anderson, Banjo Man

Jun 03, 2025 12:55PM ● By Margaret Snider, photos by Margaret Snider

Keep an eye and an ear on the parks in Rancho Cordova and you might come across Brian Anderson, 65, playing his banjo.

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Whether you’re walking, biking, running or riding horseback, Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers, the American River Bike Patrol and the American River Equestrian Patrol work behind the scenes, and on the trails, to keep everyone safe
Keeping Trails Safe

Jun 03, 2025 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks staff reminds residents and visitors that enjoying the county’s trails safely and respectfully is a shared responsibility.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District staff pose with the donations collected for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District’s Families in Transition program
CRPD Lends a Hand During Public Service Week

May 29, 2025 09:16AM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation & Park District

To celebrate Public Service Recognition Week, the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) recently held their quarterly staff luncheon.

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The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club participated in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day on May 17.
Bags of Love

May 29, 2025 09:10AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club News Release

The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club participated in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day on May 17 to stuff 200 Comfort Kits, 200 Comfort Kid Kits and 200 backpacks full of school supplies, along with about 10 community volunteers.

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The Lady Lancers hosted their annual awards banquet inside the school cafeteria on May 22
Coach Optimistic for Lady Lancer Softball

May 29, 2025 09:00AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers varsity softball program hosted their annual post-season awards banquet on May 22 inside the cafeteria at Cordova High School.

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