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Cordova Lancers quarterback Trey Wallace was invited to attend an exclusive camp at the University of Nevada-Reno last weekend

Wallace Putting in the Work

Jun 18, 2025 12:09PM ● By James Darnell

Lancers' QB Trey Wallace hopes his hard work pays off

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The Game Show Studio experience invites guests to step into the spotlight and compete in high-energy games on a fully immersive set

From Screen to Real Life

Jun 18, 2025 12:05PM ● By Exposure Public Relations News Release

Sacramento Welcomes One-of-a-Kind Interactive Game Show Adventure

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The Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XVIII gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall to celebrate the culmination of their nine-month leadership journey.

Rancho Cordova Class XVIII Celebrates Graduation

Jun 18, 2025 11:57AM ● By Kristen Achziger, Visit Rancho Cordova

On the cool summer evening of June 12, Leadership Rancho Cordova Class XVIII gathered at Rancho Cordova City Hall to celebrate the culmination of their nine-month leadership journey.

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A group of kids beat the heat aboard a float complete with an inflatable pool during Rancho Cordova’s Fourth of July parade

Your Fourth of July Fun

Jun 18, 2025 11:47AM ● By Ornella Rossi

40th Annual Rancho Cordova Fourth of July Celebration Brings the Boom

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Pictured are the winning artists from the seventh annual Rancho Cordova Arts Members

Arts Members Show Called ‘the Best’

Jun 17, 2025 09:21AM ● By Margaret Snider and photos by Rick Sloan

The art of Rancho Cordova Arts members is now being exhibited at the Mills Station Arts and Culture Center (The MACC).

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Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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The Cordova Lady Lancers’ varsity flag football gather in a circle celebrating

Little Named Flag Football Coach

Jun 11, 2025 08:29AM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers’ varsity flag football program recently hired Kim Little to be their next head coach, according to Cordova High School Athletic Director JP Dolliver.

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Junior Levi Nyberg did a little bit of everything to lead Lancer’s baseball this spring

Lee, Nyberg Named Spring 2025 Sports Standouts

Jun 11, 2025 08:11AM ● By James Darnell

With the school year and spring sports season ending, the Grapevine Independent is recognizing standout athletes for their performance this spring at Cordova High School.

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Freshman Named to All-Metro Team

Jun 10, 2025 04:57PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ freshman tennis standout Perry Mayer was recently named to the 2025 All-Metro League team for the spring season.

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Council Greenlights Ambitious Mixed-Use Development

Jun 10, 2025 04:55PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rancho Cordova City Council at its June 6 meeting discussed a variety of community-oriented topics, including support for local education, budget approvals and future development projects.

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The newly-installed seating wall offers families a safe, accessible and comfortable space to rest, eat or learn while enjoying the museum

Leadership Rancho Cordova Class Unveils Seating Wall

Jun 10, 2025 04:52PM ● By Kristen Achziger, Visit Rancho Cordova

On June 5, community leaders, elected officials and supporters gathered for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of a new seating wall at the Sacramento Children’s Museum.

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The Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to welcome hundreds of attendees to this year’s Business Expo

Boosting Local Business

Jun 10, 2025 04:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 2025 Chamber Business Expo is Back

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Hummingbird Theatre Company's Cast in the Jazz Finale

“A Music Hall Spectaculaire!”

Jun 03, 2025 01:11PM ● By Hummingbird Theatre Company News Release

Hummingbird Theatre Company Presents a Vibrant Variety Cabaret Show at Rancho Cordova Elks Lodge

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From June 6 through June 27, Village Green Park, 3141 Bridgeway Drive, will transform into an open-air cinema

Lights, Camera, Action!

Jun 03, 2025 12:59PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Moonlight Movies Return to Village Green

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Brian Anderson practices the banjo frequently at parks in Rancho Cordova

Brian Anderson, Banjo Man

Jun 03, 2025 12:55PM ● By Margaret Snider, photos by Margaret Snider

Keep an eye and an ear on the parks in Rancho Cordova and you might come across Brian Anderson, 65, playing his banjo.

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Whether you’re walking, biking, running or riding horseback, Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers, the American River Bike Patrol and the American River Equestrian Patrol work behind the scenes, and on the trails, to keep everyone safe

Keeping Trails Safe

Jun 03, 2025 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks staff reminds residents and visitors that enjoying the county’s trails safely and respectfully is a shared responsibility.

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Cordova Recreation & Park District staff pose with the donations collected for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District’s Families in Transition program

CRPD Lends a Hand During Public Service Week

May 29, 2025 09:16AM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation & Park District

To celebrate Public Service Recognition Week, the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) recently held their quarterly staff luncheon.

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The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club participated in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day on May 17.

Bags of Love

May 29, 2025 09:10AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club News Release

The Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River Club participated in the City of Rancho Cordova’s Spring Service Day on May 17 to stuff 200 Comfort Kits, 200 Comfort Kid Kits and 200 backpacks full of school supplies, along with about 10 community volunteers.

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The Lady Lancers hosted their annual awards banquet inside the school cafeteria on May 22

Coach Optimistic for Lady Lancer Softball

May 29, 2025 09:00AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers varsity softball program hosted their annual post-season awards banquet on May 22 inside the cafeteria at Cordova High School.

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Micro Masterpieces

May 29, 2025 08:53AM ● By Margaret Snider

Small Art for a Big Cause

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Fair Oaks American Legion Riders, American Legion members who are also motorcycle enthusiasts and known for charitable works, rumbled up to the Cordova High School Performing Arts Center, adding a new element to the 17th annual Rancho Cordova Memorial Day Observance.

Red Poppies and Reverence

May 29, 2025 08:48AM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

Rancho Cordova Honors Fallen Heroes with Memorial Day Tribute

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Lancers Season Ends with Play-In Loss

May 21, 2025 09:16AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers’ Spring season came to a close with a 7-4 loss at Armijo on Monday, May 5 in the inaugural California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Sac Joaquin Section Division II play-in game.

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Sophomore standout Becca Lee figures to lead the Lady Lancers next spring. Photo by Rick Sloan

Lady Lancers Finish First Season in Metro League

May 21, 2025 09:12AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers wrapped up their first season in the Metro League earlier this month and missed out on the postseason following a fifth-place finish.

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The Lancers held their annual postseason awards banquet on Monday, May 12 at Cordova High School.

Lancers Baseball Hands Out Team Awards

May 21, 2025 09:06AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers varsity baseball program held its annual awards banquet on Monday, May 12 at Cordova High School.

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The Bubble Ball, an underwater-themed extravaganza, took place on Saturday, May 17 at Hagan Park Community Center.

A ‘Shellibration’ of Everything Mermaid

May 21, 2025 08:58AM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

For three days each May, the sea meets the streets in a celebration of all things mermaid.

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From left are Shelly Blanchard, executive director of the Cordova Community Council; Assemblyman Josh Hoover; and Diann Rogers, Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce president & CEO.

Lunch with Assemblyman Hoover

May 21, 2025 08:41AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Luncheon Highlights State Budget, Homelessness, and Public Safety

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Cordova High School Jr.ROTC presents the Colors at the 2024 Memorial Day event.

Honoring Our Heroes

May 21, 2025 08:37AM ● By Cordova Community Council News Release

Memorial Day Ceremony to Remember the Fallen

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MACC Event Coordinator/Curator Cheryl Gleason adjusts artwork by Judy Bowman at the collage and assemblage exhibit running through May 24.

Collective Concerns

May 15, 2025 01:11PM ● By Margaret Snider

Collage and Assemblage at the MACC

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Rainbow Group Brings Sea Academy by Mermaid Magic to California Mermaid Convention

May 13, 2025 03:18PM ● By Modern Fanatic News Release

Beloved Netflix Series Characters to Inspire Families Through Games, Trivia, and Eco-Education at Annual Event

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Lancers Golf Qualify Three for Divisionals

May 07, 2025 09:20AM ● By James Darnell

Coming off its first season in the Metro League, the Cordova boys’ golf team has qualified three standout young student-athletes for the Sac Joaquin Section Division II Divisional Tournament at Bing Maloney Golf Course in Sacramento.

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Commitment to Pet Health Shines at Free Vaccine Clinic

May 07, 2025 09:10AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

On Saturday, April 12, the City of Rancho Cordova hosted another successful free pet vaccine and microchip clinic at Neighborhood Services.

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The annual Scholarships and Awards Ceremony on May 1 recognized 126 seniors for academic excellence, leadership, community service, and post-secondary achievements

Cordova Seniors Shine Bright

May 07, 2025 08:53AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

CHS Scholarship and Awards Ceremony

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Valeries Messervy Birkhoff wins first-place for her sculpture, “Blatherskite.”

Art at City Hall

May 06, 2025 05:12PM ● By Margaret Snider and photos by Rick Sloan

It’s All About Me

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Lancers Baseball team with the head coach

Lancers Earn Play-In Berth

May 06, 2025 04:37PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers earned a spot in the inaugural CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) Sac Joaquin Section Division II play-in game in perhaps the most dramatic fashion possible, with a nail-biting 4-3 victory in extra innings at El Dorado on Friday, May 2 in its non-league regular season finale.

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