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Soroptimists Honor ‘Live Your Dream’ Award Recipients

Apr 29, 2025 09:32AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River presented $3,650 in Soroptimist Live Your Dream: Education and Training Awards for Women to help six local woman improve their economic situation.

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Rendering of the Arts Center building
Council Delays Decision on Mills Crossing Amid Community Concerns

Apr 22, 2025 03:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council voted unanimously April 21 to delay a decision on the proposed Mills Crossing development, after a packed meeting filled with public comments raised significant concerns over parking, public safety and the role of a planned wellness center.

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Students playing baseball.
Lancers Baseball Battling for Playoff Berth

Apr 15, 2025 11:19AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers have their work cut out for them.

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Kings Sign Terence Davis

Apr 15, 2025 11:05AM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

On April 9, the Sacramento Kings announced that the team has signed a former player, Terence Davis. Per team policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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American River Levee Upgrades to Improve Flood Protection Threaten Heritage Oaks

Apr 15, 2025 10:25AM ● By Adam Abolfazli, Rio Americano High School

Sacramento environmental groups are raising concerns about flood management construction on the American River slated to reach the Rio Americano High School area next year.

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Roseville and Rancho Cordova Area Chambers Receive Economic Grant

Apr 15, 2025 10:20AM ● By Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce News Release

One of 11 Recipients Throughout the Capital Region

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Council Discusses Grant Applications, Homeless Outreach, and Citywide Goals

Apr 15, 2025 10:15AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council held a busy session on April 7, discussing several key initiatives, including a special proclamation, fiscal updates, homelessness strategies and the city’s new two-year strategic framework.

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1965 graduating class will participate at the 2025 graduation commencement ceremony.
Class of ’65 to Participate in Grad Ceremonies

Apr 15, 2025 10:02AM ● By Mike Marando

When Cordova High School’s 2025 Senior class graduates May 30 at Cordova Stadium, a group of notable guests will be there to give special well-wishes: several members of the school’s first graduating Class of 1965.

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Stakes Are High for Lancers Volleyball

Apr 15, 2025 09:57AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Team Must Win Out to Make Postseason

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Representative Bera Responds to General Mail Theft Report

Apr 01, 2025 04:02PM ● By U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D News Release

On March 27, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) responded to a newly released U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit report on mail theft, a report he formally requested following widespread complaints from Sacramento County residents about ongoing theft and vandalism of their mail.

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Clear Vision for New Growth

Apr 01, 2025 03:46PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Cordova Community Council and the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce discussed the growing development in the city during their monthly luncheon on March 21.

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Lancers Sweep Season Series Against Grant

Apr 01, 2025 03:33PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers completed a sweep of the Metro League baseball season series against the Grant Pacers with a 6-1 victory at home on Friday, March 28.

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Holi Festival Ushers in Spring

Apr 01, 2025 03:27PM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

On Saturday, March 15, the Holi Festival of Colors was held in beautiful Hagan Community Park. Holi is a cultural celebration that gives Hindus and non-Hindus alike an opportunity to have fun and play with others by throwing colored water and powder at each other.

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Girls Kick Off 60th Season

Apr 01, 2025 03:21PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Cordova Girls Softball League Celebrates Anniversary

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Fraudulent Invoices Target County’s Planning Customers

Apr 01, 2025 01:04PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County officials have been made aware of a fraudulent email scheme targeting both current and former planning customers.

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Soroptimists Receive Women’s History Month Proclamation

Mar 26, 2025 09:44AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Rancho Cordova Mayor Siri Pulipati presented the Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club with a proclamation honoring Women’s History Month during the March 17 City Council meeting.

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Lancers' Gorman Named to Optimist All Star Game

Mar 26, 2025 09:39AM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers' senior Malachi Gorman has certainly accomplished a ton on the hardwood this year.

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Lancers Claim First Metro League Win

Mar 26, 2025 09:33AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers have been on a roll leading up to the most important stretch of their season and that momentum continued during a 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 26-24) match victory at home against McClatchy on March 18 in the Metro League opener for both teams.

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Marauders Win Big at Regional Wrestling Tournament

Mar 26, 2025 09:19AM ● By MPG Staff

Wrestlers, from W.E. Mitchell Middle School (the Marauders) in Rancho Cordova, stood out at the Sacramento Regional Middle School Wrestling Tournament in the Girls’ Division held in Folsom on Jan. 22.

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Blue Angels Stuns Sold-Out Crowd at Capital Airshow

Mar 26, 2025 09:12AM ● By MPG Staff

The U.S. Navy Blue Angels’ Flight Team took center stage this past weekend during the 19th annual California’s Capital Airshow on March 22 and March 23.

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All Aboard for ‘Water Works’

Mar 26, 2025 09:07AM ● By Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band News Release

Batten down the hatches and hoist the anchor because the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band is making waves with its upcoming free concert, “Water Works.”

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Highlighting Exceptional Honorees

Mar 19, 2025 10:24AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 25th annual Community Volunteer Roundup, hosted by the Cordova Community Council, brought together residents to honor those who have selflessly dedicated their time and efforts to improving the Rancho Cordova community.

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Little League’s 71st Season in Full Stride

Mar 19, 2025 10:15AM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

Springtime has always been the favorite season of the year for many. It is the time where we dust off our cleats, oil our gloves and loosen our arms for the start of another baseball season.

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Girl Scouts Complete Mural Renovation for Church

Mar 19, 2025 09:51AM ● By Margaret Snider

A mural painted long ago on an outside wall at United Methodist Church in Rancho Cordova had faded because of weather and time. Ambassador Girl Scout Isabella Lopez, now 17, a member of Troop 702, suggested that it would be good to repair or replace it.

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Native Returns for Navy Week

Mar 19, 2025 09:30AM ● By By Rick Burke, Navy Office of Community Outreach

U.S. Navy sailors from across the fleet are headed to California for Sacramento Navy Week, March 17 to 23, to volunteer in the community and discuss why the Navy matters to the City of Trees.

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Lancers Drop League Opener

Mar 19, 2025 09:24AM ● By James Darnell

Despite dropping their Metro League opener 8-0 at home against McClatchy on Tuesday, March 11, the Cordova Lancers came away feeling like they can compete with anyone.

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CRPD Staff and Board Members Support the Rancho Cordova Food Locker

Mar 19, 2025 09:17AM ● By Elena Burgé, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) is honored to support the Rancho Cordova Food Locker with a generous staff-led donation drive, gathering 866 food items to aid in the fight against hunger.

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Lancers Golf Ready to Hit the Links

Mar 04, 2025 02:42PM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers varsity boys’ golf team has been hard at work out at Mather Golf Course during the week in preparation for their spring season.

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Council Outlines Key Budget Goals

Mar 04, 2025 02:25PM ● By Ornella Rossi

During the March 3 Rancho Cordova City Council meeting, council and residents celebrated the 65th anniversary of the Cordova Community Council with reflections on the group’s standing commitment to fostering community collaboration and service.

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Exploration Park Receives Award

Mar 04, 2025 02:22PM ● By Elena Burgé, Cordova Recreation & Park District

Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) was honored with the Facility Design & Park Planning Award at the California Recreation & Park Society District 2 2025 Awards & Installation Banquet on Feb. 26.

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City’s Education Future Discussed

Feb 26, 2025 11:38AM ● By Ornella Rossi

During the Rancho Cordova City Council meeting on Feb. 18, the future of public education within the city was discussed. The conversation centered on concerns about school services and the feasibility of creating a standalone school district for Rancho Cordova students.

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Spay and Neuter Services Offered

Feb 26, 2025 11:33AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

In 2024, more than 5-million animals entered the shelter system in the United States, underscoring the need to control pet overpopulation.

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Building a Safer, Stronger Future

Feb 26, 2025 11:20AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova Public Works Director Albert Stricker gave updates on ongoing projects aimed at improving the community at the Cordova Community Council’s and the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon on Feb. 21.

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You Can Prevent Teen Dating Violence

Feb 19, 2025 12:42PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Romantic relationships between teenagers are incredibly complicated. The undertaking of a relationship very often requires more maturity than most teens have developed.

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Top Community Volunteers to be Honored

Feb 19, 2025 12:39PM ● By Cordova Community Council News Release

Volunteers and volunteer organizations will be honored at “The Great Volunteer Roundup,” a western-themed dinner and awards ceremony.

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