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Celebrating the Diwali Festival of Lights

Oct 21, 2025 03:49PM ● By Bhaskar Vempati – Suvidha International Foundation, photos by Rick Sloan

The Diwali Festival of Lights in Rancho Cordova shone brightly as Suvidha International Foundation, in collaboration with the City of Rancho Cordova, hosted a grand celebration at Stone Creek Community Park.

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Sports Hall of Fame at 10 and Beyond

Oct 15, 2025 08:53AM ● By Mike Marando, Commentary

A few weeks ago, the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame inducted its 10th anniversary class.

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Junior quarterback Trey Wallace runs around end for a first down against Antelope
Lancers Homecoming Loss Overshadowed by Injury

Oct 15, 2025 08:49AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers were dealt a 42-8 loss against Metro League rival Antelope on Oct. 10 inside Lancer Stadium but the biggest loss wasn't felt on the scoreboard.

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Lady Lancers Making Big Strides

Oct 15, 2025 08:42AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers varsity girls golf team has seen marked improvement since the beginning of the season, according to head coach Brian Botsford.

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Council Approves Digital Billboard Proposal Amid Controversy

Oct 14, 2025 05:20PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council voted 4-1 on Oct. 6 to approve a proposal for a new digital billboard along U.S. Highway 50, following heated discussions and public comment.

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Barktoberfest Brings Wagging Tails and Warm Smiles

Oct 14, 2025 05:10PM ● By Haley Waugh, Community Relations Coordinator, Cordova Recreation & Park District

The Lincoln Village Community Pool was full of happy dogs and community members on Saturday, Sept. 27 at Cordova Recreation and Park District’s annual Barktoberfest event.

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Peek-A-Boo Factory Opens

Oct 14, 2025 05:04PM ● By Abbey Wicks

On Friday, Oct. 10, Rancho Cordova’s Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of the first Peek-A-Boo Factory in the Sacramento region with a ribbon cutting.

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Cordova High Homecoming

Oct 14, 2025 04:49PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Cordova High School Lancers brought the community together for a memorable Homecoming celebration on Friday, Oct. 10, during their game against Antelope High School.

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City Weighs Future of Education

Oct 14, 2025 04:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council voted 4-1 in an Oct. 6 special meeting to move forward with the creation of an educational program plan that could reshape the future of public schooling in the city.

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Alumni Parade
‘Once a Lancer, Always a Lancer’

Oct 14, 2025 04:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Homecoming Reception and Alumni Parade Brings Generations Together

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Lion dance performances
Tradition Lights the Way

Oct 08, 2025 09:35AM ● By Ornella Rossi

SF Supermarket Hosts Vibrant Mid-Autumn Festival

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Free After-School Youth Programs Offered

Sep 30, 2025 04:03PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The Rancho Cordova Youth Center (RCYC) continues to provide free daily after-school programming that keeps local students safe, supported and engaged close to home.

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Lancers Get Back in Win Column

Sep 30, 2025 03:56PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers came away with a much-needed 19-6 victory in a non-league football contest at John F. Kennedy High School on Sept. 28.

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Lady Lancers Playing Through Growing Pains

Sep 30, 2025 03:47PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers are going through growing pains and that's alright.

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Soroptimist Acknowledges Gynecologic Cancer Awareness

Sep 30, 2025 03:39PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River News Release

Every five minutes, someone is diagnosed with a form of gynecologic cancer. Awareness, early detection and access to care can save lives.

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Historic Vote

Sep 30, 2025 03:34PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova’s Future Shaped by AI and New Arena

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City Hall Hits Playground for Good Neighbor Day

Sep 30, 2025 03:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The City of Rancho Cordova took its community outreach to the next level on Sept. 25, hosting the annual Good Neighbor Day at Cordova Garden Elementary Academy of Art & Sciences.

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Tail-Wagging Fun at CRPD’s Barktoberfest

Sep 23, 2025 05:20PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

The Cordova Recreation and Park District invites the community to join us for a day of fun with our furry friends at Barktoberfest.

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Lady Lancers Enter League Play with Momentum

Sep 23, 2025 05:03PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers entered Metro League competition this week with a good amount of positive momentum.

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Lancers Drop Metro League Opener

Sep 23, 2025 04:51PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers dropped their Metro League opener at home against visiting West Park 64-14 on Sept. 19 inside Lancer Stadium.

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Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

Sep 23, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

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Community Meets the Machines

Sep 23, 2025 04:09PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

Hundreds of community members gathered on Saturday, Sept. 13, to “Meet the Machines” at Cordova Recreation and Park District’s (CRPD) annual event.

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Lowery Field Dedication Celebrated

Sep 23, 2025 04:03PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

On Aug. 9, the Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) celebrated the official dedication of Lowery Field at Ahlstrom Park in honor of Franklin C. Lowery, a cherished community member and longtime Rancho Cordova Little League supporter.

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A Summerset Love Story

Sep 23, 2025 03:50PM ● By Raza Khushal, Summerset Senior Living

At Summerset Senior Living Rancho Cordova, love stories often live on through the memories and experiences of residents. One of the most touching is Leanne’s story with her husband Louie, a love that began nearly 70 years ago and continues to inspire today.

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The Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band
River City Concert Band Presents ‘Monsters in the Moonlight’

Sep 23, 2025 03:36PM ● By Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band News Release

Beware the full moon and listen for the howls because the Rancho Cordova River City Concert Band is conjuring up a frightfully fun evening of music at its outdoor Halloween spectacular, “Monsters in the Moonlight.”

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Water, Roads and Reform

Sep 23, 2025 03:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Supervisor Pat Hume Headlines Rancho Cordova Luncheon

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Women-Focused Cook-Off to Hit Rancho Cordova

Sep 17, 2025 08:44AM ● By Savory Dave’s BBQ News Release

Dave’s BBQ will host the Women Make the World Go Around Rib Cook-off, a one-of-a-kind women's only barbecue contest from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 4, at the Elks Club in Rancho Cordova.

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Sacramento-Area New Home Sales Continued

Sep 16, 2025 04:43PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

Moving Upward in August, North State BIA Reports

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Lancers Looking Toward League Play

Sep 16, 2025 04:24PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers wrapped up their non-league schedule with a tough 47-0 loss against visiting Rio Americano on Friday, Sept. 12 inside Lancer Stadium.

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Quarter Midget’s Johnny Cash Classic

Sep 16, 2025 03:58PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

NASCAR Youth Series Race in Rancho Cordova

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All the 2025 Hall of Fame induction honorees
What a Night!

Sep 16, 2025 03:37PM ● By James Darnell

Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Hosts 10th Annual Induction Ceremony

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‘Meet the Machines’

Sep 10, 2025 11:09AM ● By Cordova Recreation and Park District News Release

The Cordova Recreation & Park District invites the community to join us to “Meet the Machines” from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 13 at Hagan Community Park.

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Cordova High Class of ’65 has 60th Reunion

Sep 10, 2025 11:02AM ● By Cordova High Class of 1965 News Release

When Cordova High School’s Class of 1965 has its 60th class reunion on Sept. 27, fond memories will abound: gas was 25 cents a gallon, Sam the Sham and the Pharaohs were belting out “Wooly Bully” and the Dodgers of Los Angeles were defeating Minnesota’s Twins in the World Series.

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SacSewer Receives National Gold Peak Performance Award

Sep 10, 2025 10:52AM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

The Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is going gold once again.

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Mills Crossing Project Reimagined

Sep 10, 2025 10:45AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council on Sept. 2 discussed the future of the Mills Crossing Project, a mixed-use development designed to revitalize the city’s Folsom Boulevard corridor.

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