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Cordova Recreation & Park District Board of Directors

CRPD Honors Outgoing Chairperson, Welcomes New Chairperson

Jan 27, 2026 10:06AM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

In December, the Cordova Recreation & Parks District (CRPD) recognized outgoing 2025 Chairperson Rick Sloan during its final Board meeting of the year.

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Cameron Krueger, eighth Grade, shows off his first-place medal

Mitchell Wrestlers Win Gold at Area Tournaments

Jan 27, 2026 10:02AM ● By Coach Joe Zilles, Mitchell Middle School

The Mitchell Middle School Marauders wrestlers started their season in November 2025 and quickly began competing in December at the Smedberg Middle School tournament in Elk Grove where Giovanni Barcenas and Levi Gustafson bested the competition and earned first place finishes.

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Voices in Thread: Community Quilts by Social Justice Sewing Academy

Jan 27, 2026 09:42AM ● By Mills Station Arts & Culture Center (MACC) News Release

The Mills Station Arts & Culture Center (MACC) is proud to present Voices in Thread, an exhibition of powerful community quilts created by the East Bay–based nonprofit organization Social Justice Sewing Academy (SJSA).

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Cordova Should Consider Restarting its Frosh Football Program

Jan 27, 2026 09:39AM ● By Mike Marando

Opinion Piece

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Leading Through Innovation, Planning for Our Future

Jan 27, 2026 09:34AM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

Superintendent’s Corner

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Junior Cordova forward Shahzad Hazem soccer player

Hazem Leading Lancers by Example

Jan 26, 2026 05:00PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers junior striker Shazad Hazem isn’t much of a talker on the soccer field. He allows his game to speak for itself.

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Making a Splash for a Cause

Jan 26, 2026 04:46PM ● By Haley O’Neill, Cordova Recreation & Park District

CRPD’s Annual Polar Bear Plunge

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Free Vax for Fido

Jan 26, 2026 04:34PM ● By MPG Staff

Rancho Cordova residents can help protect their pets and community health through a series of free drive-through vaccine and microchip clinics offered by the city’s Animal Services Division.

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‘A Love Letter to Rancho Cordova’

Jan 26, 2026 04:31PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mayor Highlights Growth, Safety and Big Dreams at Monthly Luncheon

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Local Students Make Progress in Robotics

Jan 20, 2026 08:45AM ● By Metal Maniacs #20163 News Release

On Jan. 24-25, 14 middle and high school students from Sacramento, Rancho Cordova and Folsom will transform Folsom Lake College into the epicenter of Northern and Central California robotics.

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installation of the first AED cabinet in a District community park

Bringing Lifesaving AED Technology to Local Community Parks

Jan 20, 2026 08:38AM ● By Cordova Recreation and Parks District News Release

On Nov. 12, the Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) and Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District (Sac Metro Fire) came together at Hagan Community Park to celebrate the installation of the first AED cabinet in a District community park with a ribbon cutting at Sullivan Shed.

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After School Fun

Jan 20, 2026 08:33AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Free Programs for Rancho Cordova Youth at RCYC

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Collins Named Lancers Head Basketball Coach

Jan 12, 2026 05:41PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Coming out of Christmas break, the Cordova Lancers announced the hiring of new head varsity basketball coach Chris Collins.

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Lady Lancers Begin League Play

Jan 12, 2026 05:28PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lady Lancers began Metro League play last week with a road matchup at McClatchy on Tuesday, Jan. 6 as well as a home game against Kennedy on Thursday, Jan. 8. Although the Lancers dropped both games, there is reason for optimism.

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Optimist Club to Sponsor Speech Contest

Jan 12, 2026 05:21PM ● By Sacramento Breakfast Optimist Club News Release

The Sacramento Breakfast Optimist Club is encouraging area students to speak their minds about this year’s topic, “The Moment I Realized I Belonged – My Definition of Community” as part of the Optimist International Oratorical Contest for the 2025-26 school year.

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January is Dog License Amnesty Month

Jan 12, 2026 05:19PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

January is Dog License Amnesty Month, and all month long Sacramento County is making it easier for dog owners to get their dogs licensed without penalties.

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An Unseen Danger: The Deadly Toll of Road Debris

Jan 12, 2026 05:17PM ● By AAA Northern California

When considering one of the factors linked to tens of thousands of crashes across the United States, many of them deadly, you might expect the answer to be drunk or distracted driving. However, a recent study by the AAA Foundation of Traffic Safety found a surprising, yet equally dangerous, culprit: road debris.

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SacRT Announces Police Services Staffing Transition

Jan 12, 2026 05:02PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) has announced a transition in its Police Services Department staffing, which went into effect Jan. 10 After nearly 34 years of dedicated service.

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Chase Drive and American River Parkway Connection Project

Rancho Cordova Public Works 2025 Project Overview

Jan 12, 2026 04:43PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Every year, the City of Rancho Cordova’s Public Works Department completes a number of construction projects in our community.

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State Laws Reshape Rancho Cordova

Jan 12, 2026 04:04PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova city officials kicked off the new year’s Jan. 5 council meeting with a briefing on state laws taking effect in 2026.

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Art at City Hall kids looking at art work on display

Bringing Art to 2026

Jan 12, 2026 03:59PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Mills Station Arts & Culture Center (MACC) has announced its 2026 visual arts schedule, offering a yearlong lineup of exhibitions, community programs and special events featuring local, regional and national artists.

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Lancers Excited to Start League Play

Jan 06, 2026 12:51PM ● By James Darnell

Entering this week, the Cordova Lancers were set to begin Metro League play after wrapping up their preseason schedule prior to Christmas break.

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Rancho Cordova Soroptimists Give Holiday Joy to Veterans

Jan 06, 2026 12:49PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River News Release

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River recently completed their annual “mission” to fill and deliver holiday stockings to 150 female veterans receiving treatment at the VA Northern California Healthcare System (NCHCS).

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It Takes a (Tiny) Village

Jan 06, 2026 12:37PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

When Tiny’s dad fell on hard times and lost his housing, he reached out for help to make sure Tiny stayed healthy and happy.

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Attendees of all ages can be seen waving flags

A Full Year of Fun

Jan 06, 2026 12:24PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Cordova Community Council Announces Yearlong 2026 Events

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Lady Lancers Dig Deep in Win

Dec 09, 2025 03:03PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers earned a gritty 48-42 basketball victory at home on Friday, Dec. 5 against visiting El Camino.

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Shining STARs of the Season

Dec 08, 2025 01:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Thirty-four students from across Rancho Cordova were recognized on Dec. 3 as the city, the Rancho Cordova Police Department and Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District hosted the annual Holiday STAR (Student Talent Achievement Reward) program.

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Sacramento County Maintains Class 2 FEMA Rating

Dec 08, 2025 11:41AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Class 2 Rating Provides 40% Discount on Flood Insurance

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‘Bigger Than Anything I Dreamed Of’

Dec 02, 2025 03:47PM ● By Margaret Snider

Carrie Johnson, executive director for the Rancho Cordova Food Locker, spoke at the Rancho Cordova Luncheon on Nov. 21.

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Run, Give and Celebrate

Dec 02, 2025 03:38PM ● By Ornella Rossi

PAL’s Holiday Run Supports Youth and Toys for Local Kids

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Cordova Tree Lighting Fun for All

Dec 02, 2025 03:25PM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

The 26th annual Cordova Community Christmas Tree Lighting on Sunday, Nov. 30 at Village Green Park drew hundreds of attendees and lived up to its reputation while ushering in the holiday season with a bang.

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Sparking Partnerships

Nov 24, 2025 05:44PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Approximately 250 business owners, entrepreneurs, residents and job seekers gathered Nov. 18 for the Second Annual Business Resource Fair, a free event hosted by the Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Rancho Cordova.

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Lady Lancers Appear Much Improved

Nov 18, 2025 04:24PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers recently hit the hardwood to begin preparations for their winter season under head coach Kim Bradley.

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Cordova Recreation and Park District staff pose with collected donations

CRPD Staff Holds Donation Drive to Support Families in Transition

Nov 18, 2025 04:16PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

The Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) was honored to support the Folsom Cordova Unified School District’s Families in Transition (FIT) program through a recent staff-led donation drive.

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