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Cordova Class of ‘76 Gather to Celebrate, Paint the Town

Aug 17, 2026 05:48PM ● By Class of ‘76 News Release

One of Cordova High School’s biggest and most athletically accomplished classes will honor the good times in a two-part reunion Friday, Sept. 18 and Saturday, Sept. 19.

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Lady Lancers Ready to Tee Off

Aug 17, 2026 04:03PM ● By James Darnell

It's a new season for Cordova Lady Lancers golf, with a young team that is looking forward to hitting the links.

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The Wheel Turns Again

Aug 17, 2026 03:26PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Naturwood restores familiar Highway 50 landmark

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niantic spatial
City Adds Digital Twin to Growing AI and Robotics Initiative

Aug 17, 2026 03:13PM ● By Ornella Rossi

HMCI, Niantic Spatial partner on 3D city model

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Jason Harper
Three Legs. One Life. Yours.

Aug 11, 2026 10:08AM ● By Jason Harper, Director, Rancho Cordova Athletic Association

What a Triathlon Can Teach a Kid About Life

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Lady Lancers Excited for Upcoming Season

Aug 10, 2026 01:21PM ● By James Darnell

Entering the 2026 fall season, vibes are at an all-time high for the Cordova Lady Lancers.

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football
Lancers Football Ready for Kickoff

Aug 10, 2026 01:10PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers have been hard at work all offseason in preparation for those upcoming Friday night lights and are ready to enjoy the fruits of their labor.

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Lancers Charge into a New School Year

Aug 10, 2026 01:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Cordova High welcomes students back for 2026-27

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Empower Rancho Workshop to Connect Local Youth with Resources

Aug 10, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Young people from across the Sacramento area will have an opportunity to explore career paths, learn practical skills and connect with community resources during the free Empower Rancho Workshop on Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Hagan Community Center.

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Naturwood Home Furnishings
Naturwood Home Furnishings Celebrates the Return of Its Iconic Waterwheel with Community Ribbon Cutting

Aug 10, 2026 12:14PM ● By Naturwood Home Furnishings News Release

Naturwood Home Furnishings is proud to invite the community to celebrate the unveiling of its newly rebuilt waterwheel with a special ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Sacramento Superior Court
Sacramento Superior Court Expands eCourt with Launch of Criminal Case Access

Aug 10, 2026 11:19AM ● By Superior Court of California News Release

The Sacramento Superior Court announced Aug. 3 the launch of criminal case information on its eCourt platform, marking another milestone in the court’s efforts to improve access to court information.

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running race
Mike Hijacks the Whistle

Aug 04, 2026 10:22AM ● By Mike Marando

For nearly a year, Jason Harper has used this space to talk about youth sports, coaches, volunteers, leadership and the life lessons that happen between the foul lines.

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California Capital International Documentary Film Festival
A Weekend of Documentary Films

Aug 04, 2026 10:12AM ● By MPG Staff

Fourth annual festival returns Aug. 8-9.

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Unveiling ‘The Art of Essence’

Aug 04, 2026 10:09AM ● By Margaret Snider

The Art of Essence” will allow you to look at something and just notice the overall shapes, colors and lines of a simple object or scene and abstract the essence of that object,” said the Cordova Community Council website description of the 56th Art at City Hall show. The show began on July 27.

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high school students
Preparing Students for the AI Future

Aug 04, 2026 09:59AM ● By Bhaskar Vempati, Founder and President Suvidha International Foundation

Suvidha International Foundation, a California-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, successfully completed a 12-week After-School Industrial AI Agent Development Program for 25 high school students at Cordova High School.

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ribbon cutting
A Barn Built for the Future

Aug 04, 2026 09:51AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Soil Born Farms New Animal Barn expands agricultural opportunities

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Incoming Kindergarteners Graduate from United Way’s Kindercamp

Jul 27, 2026 03:29PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Twenty-two incoming kindergarteners have graduated from United Way’s Rancho Cordova KinderCamp, which helps prepare children for kindergarten who have not experienced preschool.

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Empowering Women and Girls

Jul 27, 2026 02:49PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Rancho Cordova and Gold River Soroptimists’ 2025–26 Year of Impact

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CRPD Names Chase Michelotti as Parks & Recreation Director
CRPD Names Chase Michelotti as Parks and Recreation Director

Jul 27, 2026 02:15PM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) is pleased to announce the appointment of Chase Michelotti as its new Parks & Recreation Director.

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police officers in the community
National Night Out Returns Aug. 4

Jul 27, 2026 02:03PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova residents are invited to celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, during an evening focused on strengthening neighborhood connections and building relationships with local law enforcement.

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pizza
Benji’s Woodfire Pizza Named Small Business of the Month

Jul 27, 2026 01:54PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) proudly announced that Benji’s Woodfire Pizza has been named the Small Business of the Month for July 2026 in the 7th Assembly District on July 20.

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live concert
The Soundtrack of Summer

Jul 27, 2026 01:52PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Friday Night Concerts Return Through August

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Cordova Youth Triathlon
Youth Triathlon Debuts

Jul 27, 2026 01:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi

A new tradition is set to begin in Rancho Cordova as children prepare to dive into the inaugural Cordova Youth Triathlon, an event designed to challenge young athletes, build confidence and celebrate healthy, active living.

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Olympic Torch
Kindness in Motion

Jul 27, 2026 01:47PM ● By Ornella Rossi

How one educator is inspiring thousands to make a difference

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Cordova Girls Softball players and coaches
Cordova Girls Softball Dominates All Star Season

Jul 27, 2026 01:40PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Cordova Girls Softball program capped off its 61st season with a summer to remember, as five All-Star teams delivered a dominant performance against regional competition, earning 12 tournament championships and building memories that players, families and coaches will carry for years to come.

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traffic calming projects
Public Works Tackles Street Upgrades

Jul 20, 2026 04:57PM ● By MPG Staff

Several road improvement and traffic safety projects are moving forward across Rancho Cordova as the city’s Public Works Department continues efforts to maintain and enhance local streets.

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Rancho Cordova Police Department
RCPD Employee Earns National Crime Prevention Certification

Jul 20, 2026 04:50PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova Police Department Crime Prevention Specialist Lisa Gerber recently earned the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Professional Designation, an internationally recognized certification focused on crime prevention strategies.

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Explore, Snap, Repeat

Jul 20, 2026 04:44PM ● By Kristen Achziger, Director of Marketing and Communications, Visit Rancho Cordova

Summer of Shenanigans Brings Rancho Cordova Together

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Mills Station Arts & Culture Center Traveling Exhibition
The Honeycomb Project

Jul 20, 2026 04:20PM ● By Cheryl Gleason, Art Director/Curator, The MACC

A Traveling Exhibition by Candace Garlock

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Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District officially opened the Zinfandel First Responder Training Facility
Ready for the Call

Jul 20, 2026 04:10PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Metro Fire new training facility opens with a focus on preparedness and partnership

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Elk Grove Unified School District officially marked the opening of the newest elementary campus
Ready for Takeoff

Jul 20, 2026 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova welcomes Cypress Grove Elementary and its first class of Jets

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luncheon
Leading the AI Conversation

Jul 20, 2026 03:31PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova pushes forward with AI and robotics ecosystem

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Whisker Warriors nonprofit members
Fighting For Every Whisker

Jul 13, 2026 01:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Whisker Warriors tackles animal overpopulation one pet at a time

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Cordova Cordettes Synchronized Swimming Team
Cordova Cordettes Make a Splash with Annual Aqua Show

Jul 13, 2026 01:21PM ● By Chloe Smith, Cordova Cordettes head coach

The Cordova Cordettes Synchronized Swimming Team hosted their annual Aqua Show at Cordova Community Pool over the past weekend.

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Mayor Garrett Gatewood
Coffee with the Mayor Returns

Jul 13, 2026 01:16PM ● By MPG Staff

Residents are invited to join Mayor Garrett Gatewood for Coffee with the Mayor, an informal community gathering on Tuesday, July 28, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Panera Bread, 3289 Zinfandel Drive.

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