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Lady Lancers’ First Win in Big Way

Sep 05, 2024 01:47PM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

After starting off slowly to begin their season, the Cordova Lady Lancers flag football team earned their first win of the year in convincing fashion with a 42-0 victory at West Campus on Thursday, Aug. 29.

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400 Wins and Counting!

Sep 05, 2024 01:37PM ● By James Darnell

Big Red Make History Against Mesa Verde, Improve to 2-0

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Playmakers Teaches Kindness, Character Through Flag Football

Sep 05, 2024 10:12AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Playmakers organization is a nonprofit that works with local youth to build character through free sports programs throughout the year

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Phone-Free Schools Act Clears Legislature

Sep 04, 2024 04:39PM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On Aug. 29, the Legislature passed landmark legislation authored by Assemblymembers Josh Hoover (R-Folsom), Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance), Josh Lowenthal (D-Long Beach), and David Alvarez (D-San Diego) to limit the use of smartphones in schools

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SacRT Celebrates Launch of New Low-Floor Light Rail Vehicles

Aug 28, 2024 04:54PM ● By SacRT News Release

Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is celebrating the launch of the new S700 low-floor light rail vehicles on Tuesday, Sept. 3, with a press conference followed by a community event.

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Lady Lancers’ Volleyball Ventures into New Territory

Aug 27, 2024 04:34PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Under new head coach Jaimee Stevenson, the Lady Lancers will feature eight underclassmen and five seniors

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Lancers Football Starts 1-0

Aug 27, 2024 03:38PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova varsity football team certainly wanted to 'hit the ground running' in their season opener last Friday against visiting El Camino, and as it turned out, that’s exactly what they did en route to an impressive 37-12 victory

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Aura Park to Open Aug. 24

Aug 21, 2024 10:25AM ● By Annie Kerr

From 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 24, the Cordova Recreation and Park District (CRPD) will celebrate the grand opening of Aura Park, Rancho Cordova’s newest addition.

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New Girl Scouts Mural Pops

Aug 21, 2024 09:40AM ● By Margaret Snider, Photos by Margaret Snider

United Methodist Church in Rancho Cordova hosts Girl Scout Troop 702. The troop has been meeting there for an hour every other week for around eleven years.

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Native Participates in International Maritime Warfare Exercise

Aug 20, 2024 10:10AM ● By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jerome Fjeld, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Seaman Apprentice Rocio Zavala-Ramirez, a native of Sacramento, California, serves aboard USS Carl Vinson, a U.S. Navy warship operating out of San Diego, California, and participating in the biennial Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in and around the Hawaiian Islands

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Free Heart Screening for Youth Scheduled for Oct. 6

Aug 20, 2024 09:32AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

One in 300 youth has an undiagnosed heart condition that puts them at risk for sudden cardiac arrest

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Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

Aug 19, 2024 05:05PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins

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Free Playmaker Flag Football Launches

Aug 19, 2024 01:59PM ● By Carol Feineman

National Football League (NFL) FLAG games give boys and girls of all abilities an opportunity to develop fundamental football skills in a positive, inclusive environment, according to the NFL FLAG organization.

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Big Red is Ready for 61st Season!

Aug 15, 2024 10:28AM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancer football team has been working hard in the off-season in preparation for the start of the 2024-25 season

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Lady Lancers Flag Football Ready To Compete

Aug 15, 2024 10:12AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Entering the second year of the girls varsity flag football program at Cordova High School, head coach Garrett Roth is eager to get the ball rolling (or throwing in this case) as they look to continue to establish themselves in the new sport

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Rancho Cordova City Hall Hosts 48th Art Show

Aug 14, 2024 04:40PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 48th Art Show at Rancho Cordova City Hall, featuring abstract still life and botanical themes, runs from July 29 to Oct. 25

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Newsweek Names UC Davis Children's Hospital One of America's Best

Aug 14, 2024 01:29PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

UC Davis Children's Hospital has been named one of America's Best Children's Hospitals 2024 by Newsweek magazine and Statista

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Davis Overcomes Obstacles En Route to Hall of Fame

Aug 07, 2024 09:15AM ● By James Darnell

Davis, a 2009 graduate of Cordova High School, was recently elected to the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame

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Monster Jam Roars into Sacramento

Aug 07, 2024 09:02AM ● By Monster Jam News Release

An unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans returns to Sacramento for an adrenaline-charged weekend at Golden 1 Center on Aug. 16 to 18

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Student-Made Film Premieres at City Hall

Aug 07, 2024 08:50AM ● By Charles Lago

The Rancho Cordova Film Office, in association with the Rancho Cordova Police Activities League, presented a film screening of “The Mineshaft” at Rancho Cordova City Hall on Aug. 3

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School Board Puts Bonds on Ballot

Aug 06, 2024 05:07PM ● By Matthew Malone

Elk Grove Unified School District residents will decide in November whether to approve $542 million in school bonds

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CRPD Supplies a Success

Aug 06, 2024 04:57PM ● By Elena Burgé

This summer, the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) continued their commitment to supporting the community through their Community Engagement Program

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Help Your Pets Beat the Heat

Aug 06, 2024 04:48PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Extreme heat waves continue to affect Sacramento County and it's crucial for pet owners to ensure their furry friends stay safe and comfortable

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Zinfandel Drive Project Merges Safety and Art

Aug 06, 2024 04:34PM ● By Ornella Rossi

During the Aug. 5 Rancho Cordova City Council meeting, council members debated and passed initial details of the Zinfandel Drive Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing and its accompanying art project, aiming to enhance connectivity and safety across U.S. Highway 50

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Paul Hagan Remembered for Outstanding Service

Aug 06, 2024 04:27PM ● By Elena Burgé

Former Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) District Administrator Paul Hagan was recognized posthumously for his outstanding contributions to recreation, leisure and wellness

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Edible Food Recovery Microgrants Available

Jul 31, 2024 11:52AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Capital Food Access Alliance – a regional collaboration between Sacramento County and the cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Galt, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Sacramento – has released Edible Food Recovery Microgrants to help local organizations expand their capacity to accept food donations for distribution throughout the community

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Foundation Gives Graduates Construction Opportunities

Jul 31, 2024 11:45AM ● By The Write Stuff Communications News Release

Julian Aguilar has wanted to be a construction worker for a long time; he just didn’t know what trade he wanted to pursue

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Hargrove Selected to Sports Hall of Fame

Jul 31, 2024 11:00AM ● By James Darnell

Harvey Hargrove has loved the game of baseball for a long time. Now, after a journey filled with several twists and turns, the game is loving him back

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Lancers Cross Country Off And Running for 2024

Jul 24, 2024 02:54PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers cross country team began summer workouts last week in preparation for the quickly upcoming fall season, and are looking to put together the building blocks for a successful program under new head coach Charlie Gonzalez

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Lady Lancers Golf in Full Swing

Jul 24, 2024 02:48PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers golf team may be heading into the 2024 fall season with a new head coach, but not in the way that you think.

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Rancho Cordova Hosts National Night Out

Jul 24, 2024 02:01PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Rancho Cordova residents are preparing for an evening of community bonding and fun as the City of Rancho Cordova and Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) invite everyone to join the National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6.

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Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

Jul 24, 2024 01:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license.

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Hot, Hot Fourth

Jul 09, 2024 02:31PM ● By MPG Staff, photos by Rick Sloan

Brutal heat beat down on the Rancho Cordova Fourth of July activities, but even the sizzling temperatures failed to put a damper on the largest community party of the year

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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