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From Classroom to Career: The Power of CTE

Feb 24, 2026 10:49AM ● By Erik Swanson, Superintendent, Folsom Cordova Unified School District

If you’ve ever wondered how schools can better connect classroom learning to real-world careers, Career Technical Education, often called CTE, offers a powerful answer.

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February Rancho Cordova Luncheon Sacramento County Sheriff police department

A System Failing Victims

Feb 24, 2026 10:44AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Sheriff urges vigilance, legislative change

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Roaring Back in Style

Feb 24, 2026 10:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

’20s-themed ribbon cutting celebrates $33 million hotel renovation

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City Expands Student Support

Feb 24, 2026 10:27AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Council recognizes national initiative, expands college promise funding and explores community center sites

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Collins Speaks Out After Dismissal

Feb 16, 2026 02:48PM ● By James Darnell

Former Cordova Lancers boys varsity basketball head coach Chris Collins has decided to speak publicly after his untimely dismissal in early February, just over one month after taking the job.

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Rancho Cordovan of the Year is bestowed to Carrie Johnson of the Rancho Cordova Food Hub

March Volunteer Madness Returns

Feb 16, 2026 01:37PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Cordova Community Council will present its 26th annual Community Volunteer Awards on March 13, celebrating individuals and organizations whose service has strengthened Rancho Cordova.

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Rancho Cordova Appoints Shaun Hampton as Chief of Police

Feb 16, 2026 01:10PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Current Chief Matt Tamayo to Retire in March

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When Bingo Calls, Community Answers

Feb 16, 2026 01:08PM ● By Ornella Rossi

There were plenty of “Bingo!” calls echoing through the community room Tuesday morning at Summerset Senior Living Rancho Cordova, but the real win was connection.

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Lady Lancers’ Season Nearing the Finish Line

Feb 09, 2026 05:15PM ● By James Darnell and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lady Lancers have had a rough go of things in Metro League play this season.

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VSP Eyes of Hope Mobile Clinic Tour

Feb 09, 2026 04:50PM ● By MPG Staff

Early in the week of Feb. 2‚ Assemblyman Josh Hoover had the opportunity to tour VSP's Eyes of Hope mobile clinic event in Rancho Cordova‚ hosted in partnership with the Rancho Cordova Food Locker and Cordova Neighborhood Church.

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Coffee with the Mayor

Feb 09, 2026 04:44PM ● By MPG Staff

Residents are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee and connect with Mayor Garrett Gatewood during two upcoming informal community meetups. “Coffee with the Mayor” will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 24, and Tuesday, March 24, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Starbucks, 4010 Sunrise Blvd.

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Council Oks Artist Contracts for Zinfandel Drive Overcrossing

Feb 09, 2026 04:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council on Feb. 2 approved moving forward with artist contracts for the Zinfandel Drive bicycle and pedestrian overcrossing and accompanying ArtWalk, a nearly $37 million project city leaders described as both a critical transportation link and a future landmark.

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Kites Color Rancho Cordova Skies

Feb 09, 2026 04:34PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Bright kites bobbed and danced above Stone Creek Community Park on Saturday, Jan. 24, as more than 800 residents gathered for the International Kite Festival hosted by the Sacramento Telangana Association (STA), turning a winter afternoon into a joyful splash of color, culture and community.

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Lancers Making Progress Under New Coach

Feb 03, 2026 01:01PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers head coach Chris Collins has been on the job for roughly one month, taking over a program in desperate need for consistency and culture.

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Board Approves SHRA Assessment and Interim Executive Officer

Feb 03, 2026 12:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved yesterday, in a unanimous vote, an agreement with CVR & Associates to provide an organizational assessment to evaluate Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency’s (SHRA) public housing and voucher programs, housing finance processes and governance structure.

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County Launches Land Use Regulation Library

Feb 03, 2026 11:44AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Planning & Environmental Review recently announced the launch of the Land Use Regulation Library at landuse.saccounty.gov.

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From Classroom to Community

Feb 03, 2026 11:39AM ● By Bhaskar Vempati, Founder and President of Suvidha International Foundation

Students Build Real-World AI Solutions at Cordova High School

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chamber of commerce business outlook event

Momentum Meets Opportunity

Feb 03, 2026 11:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Business Outlook draws sold-out crowd for regional forecast

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Thomas Standing Out in Senior Season

Jan 27, 2026 10:09AM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lady Lancers’ senior goalie Alanna Thomas is putting up some impressive numbers in her final season.

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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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