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Instructor Kristin Fuller (standing) admires the work of young artists during an American River Parkway Foundation painting event
Adventure Days on Parkway

Jul 25, 2025 10:39AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Young artists brushed up their entomology during a recent paint-out. The activity was part of the American River Parkway Foundation’s ‘Adventure days’ series.

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Students Return Inspired from Transformative HBCU Tour

Jul 22, 2025 04:12PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

12 Rancho Cordova high school students, along with other students from across the region, are back home after spending a powerful, inspiring week touring Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across the South.

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Annual Aqua Show is a Splash

Jul 15, 2025 02:47PM ● By Chloe Smith and photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Cordettes Synchronized Swimming Team held its annual Aqua Show at Cordova Community Pool on Sunday, July 13.

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Record Crowds, Music and Fireworks

Jul 08, 2025 03:28PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

Cordova Community’s Two-Day July 4 Celebration Draws Thousands

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Cordova Recreation & Park District Board of Directors, staff and community members celebrate the grand opening of Exploration Park.
District’s 50th Park!

Jul 01, 2025 03:11PM ● By Haley Waugh, Cordova Recreation and Park District

On June 28, Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) and the community celebrated a significant milestone, the grand opening of Exploration Park, the district’s 50th park.

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Lancers defensive lineman Julian Drahn
Drahn Excited Entering Senior Season

Jun 24, 2025 03:40PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers' incoming senior defensive lineman Julian Drahn has accomplished a ton during his time as a standout on the varsity football team.

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The victorious 10U Girls Softball team
Girls Softball Stars Shine

Jun 24, 2025 02:52PM ● By Cordova Girls Softball President Rod Borba and photos by Rick Sloan

All six Cordova Girls Softball, Fury All Star teams, competed in the 27th annual Stars of Cordova Fastpitch Tournament at the Mills Middle School Softball Complex.

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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 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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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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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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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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The Cordova varsity boys’ volleyball team was honored during its recent awards banquet on May 22.
Lancers Boys’ Volleyball Pass Out Team Awards

May 29, 2025 08:57AM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

During the Cordova Lancers volleyball program’s annual postseason awards banquet May 22 inside the Cordova High School auxiliary gym, head coach Joseph Smith spoke glowingly about each player on the varsity roster.

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The upstairs room at the MACC in 2024 was filled with Micro Masterpieces hung for viewing.
Micro Masterpieces

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

Small Art for a Big Cause

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Cordova Lancers Baseball team and coach
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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Rainbow Group Brings Sea Academy by Mermaid Magic to California Mermaid Convention
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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Student athletes
St. Francis Celebrates 17 Future Collegiate Athletes

May 13, 2025 11:07AM ● By St. Francis Catholic High School News Release

St. Francis Catholic High School honored a total of 17 senior students who committed to compete in ten different collegiate sports during the spring edition of its National Letter of Intent and College Commitment celebration on the morning of May 1.

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Connections Academy at Gateway Offers K-10 Virtual Schooling for Northern California Families

May 13, 2025 10:39AM ● By Connections Academy at Gateway News Release

The tuition-free virtual public charter program is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year

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The traditional Maypole dance transported iFest to Bavaria and Austria, courtesy of Sacramento Turn Verein Alpentanzer Schuhplattler.
‘Small World, Big Party’

May 13, 2025 10:03AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Rancho Cordova iFest Unites Cultures in Colorful Celebration

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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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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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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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With more than 120 exhibitors, children of all ages had the opportunity to participate in free hands-on activities.
Champions of Fun

Apr 29, 2025 11:38AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Kid’s Day Celebrates Family and Sports

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Children with the Easter Bunny
An Egg-straordinary Time with Cordova Recreation and Park District

Apr 22, 2025 04:00PM ● By Shelby Golden, Cordova Recreation and Park District

The weekend weather was perfect as thousands of people celebrated together at Cordova Recreation & Park District’s (CRPD) Hoppin’ & Huntin’ at Hagan event on Saturday, April 12.

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Ryla’s Law to Hold Child Abusers Accountable

Apr 22, 2025 03:46PM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On April 8, the Assembly Public Safety Committee approved Ryla’s Law (Assembly Bill 1011) authored by Assemblymember Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) to limit early release for those convicted of child abuse that results in the death of the child.

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Students playing baseball.
Lancers Baseball Battling for Playoff Berth

Apr 15, 2025 11:19AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers have their work cut out for them.

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1965 graduating class will participate at the 2025 graduation commencement ceremony.
Class of ’65 to Participate in Grad Ceremonies

Apr 15, 2025 10:02AM ● By Mike Marando

When Cordova High School’s 2025 Senior class graduates May 30 at Cordova Stadium, a group of notable guests will be there to give special well-wishes: several members of the school’s first graduating Class of 1965.

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Stakes Are High for Lancers Volleyball

Apr 15, 2025 09:57AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Team Must Win Out to Make Postseason

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Marauder Trio Dominates at Girls State Wrestling Championship

Apr 08, 2025 04:13PM ● By MPG Staff

Coming off impressive wins at the Sacramento Regional Wrestling championships last month, Mitchell Middle School Marauders Erica Banks (107 pounds), Aubrey Vasquez-Paz (112 pounds), and Jayden McCullar (145 pounds) from Mitchell Middle School in Rancho Cordova competed at the Girls Middle School State Wrestling Championships in San Leandro on March 29.

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