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Creativity Fills the Park

Jun 15, 2026 12:07PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Fourth Annual Art in the Park Brings Community Together

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Young visitors got up close with aircraft
Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Jun 15, 2026 11:58AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport

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Neighborhood Improvements
Summer Construction Season Brings Roadway and Neighborhood Improvements

Jun 08, 2026 03:34PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova's Public Works Department is moving forward with several infrastructure projects this summer aimed at improving roadways, enhancing neighborhood safety and upgrading community aesthetics.

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Apply Now for SMUD’s Shine Program

Jun 08, 2026 03:31PM ● By SMUD News Release

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards is open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations. The Shine program is designed to improve and revitalize communities in the Sacramento region.

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2026 Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Jun 08, 2026 03:27PM ● By Rancho Cordova Athletic Association News Release

A distinguished Cordova High School varsity basketball team accompanied by three exceptional football players, two All-American swimmers, a respected coach, a Negro League baseball standout and a legendary soccer star will be inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this fall.

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All America Mile Returns July 4

Jun 08, 2026 03:22PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova residents will have a chance to start Independence Day on the move as the All America Mile returns Saturday, July 4, as part of the city’s annual Fourth of July celebrations.

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CRPD Receives Multiple National Top Workplaces Awards

Jun 08, 2026 03:09PM ● By Shelby Golden, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) is proud to announce it has been recognized with several national Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards, including honors for Purpose & Values, Employee Well-Being and Leadership.

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City Staff Celebrate Accomplishments and Awards

Jun 08, 2026 01:58PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The city is proud to recognize several outstanding team members whose leadership and service continue to make a lasting impact in Rancho Cordova.

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‘Healing Through Comedy’

Jun 08, 2026 01:35PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

For seven Rancho Cordova residents, stepping onto a stage and making strangers laugh meant doing something even more difficult first: sharing their personal stories.

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Class of 2026 Crosses the Stage

Jun 08, 2026 01:15PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Cordova High School’s Class of 2026 crossed into a new chapter on the evening of May 29, marking the school’s 61st commencement ceremony with celebration, reflection and emotion.

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Fall Kindergarteners Can Sign Up for Summer KinderCamp with United Way

Jun 02, 2026 09:54AM ● By Kristin Thébaud, United Way California Capital Region

Rancho Cordova children entering kindergarten this fall who have not attended preschool are invited to apply for United Way California Capital Region’s KinderCamp school-readiness program this summer.

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A Year Worth Celebrating

Jun 02, 2026 09:51AM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

As another school year comes to a close, those of us fortunate enough to work in education tend to get a little emotional this time of year.

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Local Author Visits Rancho Cordova School for United Way Kids Read

Jun 02, 2026 09:44AM ● By Kristin Thebaud, United Way California Capital Region

Local author Crystel Patterson visited Rancho Cordova’s Cordova Villa Elementary School on May 20 to read her book “I am Different” to third graders and talk about her book series, “Inspired to Be…”.

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FCUSD Seamless Summer Feeding Program Returns This Summer

Jun 02, 2026 09:41AM ● By Folsom Cordova Unified School District News Release

The FCUSD Food Services Department will once again offer meals at no cost to families to children and teens through the USDA Seamless Summer Feeding Program this summer.

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Good Neighbor Day Brings City Hall to the Park

Jun 02, 2026 09:39AM ● By MPG Staff

Residents can meet city officials, connect with local organizations and celebrate community spirit at Good Neighbor Day from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 11 at Dave Roberts Community Park, 10820 Mapola Way.

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Mayer Makes It Two in a Row

Jun 02, 2026 09:35AM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ sophomore standout Perry Mayer was recently named to the 2026 All-Metro League team for the second year in a row, coming off a superb season as the No. 1 singles player in the Lancers’ lineup. But that shouldn’t come as a surprise.

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Folsom Cordova Adult School Honors ESL Students for Academic Progress and Community Service

Jun 02, 2026 09:29AM ● By MPG Staff

Nearly 400 English as a Second Language students at Folsom Cordova Adult School were recognized for their academic achievement and community involvement during recognition assemblies held May 6.

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performers of the Kpop dance contest
KP Market Hosts Korean Culture Festival

Jun 02, 2026 09:21AM ● By Khushi Salgia, photos by Khushi Salgia

Sacramentans Gather to Celebrate Korean Culture

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Friday Nights, Movie Lights

Jun 01, 2026 05:44PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Moonlight Movies Brings Summer Fun Back to Rancho Cordova

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Lady Lancers Recognized at Awards Banquet

May 27, 2026 09:51AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers recently honored the players within their softball program during their annual end-of-season awards banquet, which was held at Cordova High School on May 18.

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Fireworks Rules in Rancho Cordova

May 27, 2026 09:47AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

What You Need to Know

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Lancers Host Awards Banquet

May 27, 2026 09:38AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers held their end of season awards banquet on May 21 at Cordova High School, honoring the players whose hard work made their spring season so special.

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Grad-itude Walk Brings Seniors Home

May 27, 2026 08:58AM ● By MPG Staff

Graduating seniors from schools across the Folsom Cordova Unified School District (FCUSD) returned to the campuses where their academic journeys began this month as part of the district’s annual Grad-itude Walk tradition.

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‘Summer of Shenanigans’

May 27, 2026 08:51AM ● By Kristen Achziger, Director of Marketing & Communications, Visit Rancho Cordova

Visit Rancho Cordova Unveils Bucket List Photo Challenge

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Memorial Day
For Those Who Gave All

May 27, 2026 08:37AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Rancho Cordova marks 18th annual Memorial Day observance

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A New Chapter in Food Access

May 27, 2026 08:28AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Community Food Hub Opens with Focus on Dignity and Choice

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Lancers Host Golf Awards Dinner

May 19, 2026 04:06PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers took part in their annual end-of-season awards dinner, which was hosted at the home of head coach Brian Botsford on Thursday, May 14.

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Lady Lancers’ Tough Season Has Silver Lining

May 19, 2026 03:09PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers certainly didn’t have the spring season that they had hoped for.

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Mermaids display their colorful tails
A Sea of Mermaids

May 19, 2026 02:47PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Three Days of Magic at California Mermaid Convention

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Spring Service Day
A City Built on Service

May 19, 2026 02:37PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Third Annual Spring Service Day Brings Hundreds of Volunteers

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local leaders
AI Ecosystem Builds Momentum

May 19, 2026 02:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Agreement brings together education and industry to strengthen workforce development

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baseball pitcher
Lancers Season Ends in Elk Grove

May 12, 2026 01:02PM ● By James Darnell

After a strong late-season push to earn a playoff berth, the Cordova Lancers went one-and-done in the CIF Sac Joaquin Section Division II playoffs following a 12-2 loss at Elk Grove on Wednesday, May 6.

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golf
Cervantes Shoots 83 in Strong Divisional Tournament Showing

May 12, 2026 12:56PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ sophomore standout Eli Cervantes participated in the CIF Sac Joaquin Section Division II Tournament at Pheasant Run Golf Course in Chowchilla, CA on May 5.

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ballot drop box
Important Election Reminders

May 12, 2026 12:52PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Rancho Cordova is reminding residents to make a plan to vote in the June 2, Statewide Direct Primary Election.

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High School seniors graduation
Celebrating Cordova’s Finest

May 12, 2026 12:36PM ● By Ornella Rossi

223 students recognized; nearly $36,000 awarded in scholarships

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