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Marathon Runs its Course

Dec 10, 2024 10:08AM ● By Daniel Canfield, photos by Daniel Canfield

An international cast of runners hit the streets of Sacramento County on Sunday, Dec. 8, for the 41st annual California International Marathon (CIM).

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Mendocino Coast Home to Lesser-Known Gems

Dec 04, 2024 12:55PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

With whatever route you choose to arrive on the bluffs of the Mendocino coast, there is no escaping the first dance to this weekend romance, which is a slow and winding road through shady, lush, towering redwoods.

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Women’s Empowerment to Hold Annual Holiday Drive

Dec 04, 2024 09:58AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Local residents can spread holiday cheer to Sacramento women and children who have experienced homelessness by contributing to Women’s Empowerment’s annual Holiday Drive.

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Record Crowd Hits the Streets for 2024 Run to Feed the Hungry

Dec 03, 2024 04:10PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The streets of East Sacramento were bustling with energy on Thanksgiving morning as the 31st annual Run to Feed the Hungry drew a record number of participants to the largest Thanksgiving Day fun run.

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Sac Republic FC to Host Open Tryouts

Dec 03, 2024 03:01PM ● By Sacramento Republic Football Club News Release

Ahead of the 2025 USL Championship season, Republic FC is hosting its annual Open Tryout, giving the region’s top players a chance to impress the technical staff and earn an invitation to training camp.

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Don’t Let Fats, Oils and Grease Ruin Holiday Cheer

Dec 03, 2024 02:53PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

As the holiday season approaches, the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is urging residents to help prevent sewer backups, a common yet costly and disruptive issue that peaks during this time of year.

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Marathoners Hit the Road Sunday

Dec 02, 2024 04:50PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Fair Oaks Boulevard is one of many streets that will channel almost 10,000 California International Marathon athletes to Sacramento on Sunday, Dec. 8.

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New Republic FC Stadium Back on Track

Nov 19, 2024 12:20PM ● By Daniel Canfield

A project that was on life support had some much-needed life injected into it on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when the Sacramento City Council voted unanimously to approve the framework for a $321 million downtown railyards soccer stadium and entertainment venue.

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Ice Skate Under the City Lights

Nov 12, 2024 11:09AM ● By Downtown Sacramento Partnership News Release

A Sacramento holiday tradition, the Downtown Ice Rink presented by Dignity Health is the perfect place to gather with friends and family to enjoy the holidays. The rink officially opened for the 2024 holiday season on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

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25,000-Plus Illegal Cannabis Plants Removed

Nov 12, 2024 09:53AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks continues to combat illegal cannabis grows within and near state park properties through its Cannabis Watershed Protection Program (CWPP).

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California Capital Airshow to Host Volunteer Rally Nov. 19

Nov 12, 2024 09:50AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Community Members Invited to Learn About Volunteer Opportunities for March Airshow

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Veteran Art Institute Hosts Veterans Day Show

Nov 08, 2024 11:10AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Veteran Art Institute (VAI) has brought veterans from all military branches together into a very special digital space where their works of artistic creativity and imagination can be shared.

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Trunk and Treating Homeless Families at Mather

Nov 08, 2024 08:51AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Mather Community Campus Trunk or Treat Event was alive with fun, laughter and sugar as Sacramento County’s three shelter programs celebrated with an early Halloween party for its guests.

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Salmon Have Returned to Nimbus Fish Hatchery

Nov 05, 2024 02:00PM ● By MPG Staff

The American River Fall salmon run is underway and the Nimbus fish hatchery is welcoming visitors with tour opportunities.

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Residential Wood-Burning Restrictions Begin Nov. 1

Nov 05, 2024 10:14AM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District News Release

The Sac Metro Air District launched its “Check Before You Burn” season on Nov. 1.

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Sutter NWR Water Availability Improvements

Nov 04, 2024 09:20AM ● By Ducks Unlimited News Release

This year (2024), thanks to an unusually wet winter and spring, Sutter National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) near Yuba City will be flooded in time for the Oct. 21 waterfowl-hunting season opener.

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Veteran’s Day Events for the Public

Oct 29, 2024 08:43AM ● By Ornella Rossi

With Veterans Day approaching on Nov. 11, numerous local organizations are planning events to honor the sacrifices and contributions of veterans, offering residents opportunities to show their support and appreciation.

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Region’s Best New Home Projects and Professionals Honored

Oct 25, 2024 09:18AM ● By The Write Stuff Communications News Release

The movies have the Oscars, television has the Emmys and Broadway has the Tonys. And the Sacramento-area homebuilding industry has MAME.

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International Railfair Returns to Cal Expo

Oct 23, 2024 09:27AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Celebrate the opening of National Model Railroad Month at the 46th Annual International Railfair (IRF), which returns to Building C at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd. in Sacramento, Saturday, Nov. 2 and Sunday, Nov. 3.

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Improving Hornet Habitat

Oct 22, 2024 12:45PM ● By Daniel Canfield

Current and future Sacramento State University (Sac State) alumni and fans will soon be cheering on Hornet athletes in a new Hornet Stadium.

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Sac County's Favorite Pet Festival Returns

Oct 22, 2024 12:21PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The four-legged friends of Sacramento County have something to wag their tails about as the third Annual Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns to Bradshaw Animal Shelter on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3839 Bradshaw Road.

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October Harvest Events Announced

Oct 15, 2024 01:42PM ● By Office of District 3 Supervisor Rich Desmond News Release

With Halloween right around the corner, this are some fun activities for kids and adults going on this month throughout District 3.

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October Harvest Events Announced

Oct 15, 2024 01:42PM ● By Office of District 3 Supervisor Rich Desmond News Release

With Halloween right around the corner, this are some fun activities for kids and adults going on this month throughout District 3.

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Stay Healthy This Season with Wellness Events at the Library

Oct 15, 2024 09:19AM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

This fall, Sacramento Public Library will offer free health and wellness programs including yoga classes, flu vaccine clinics, and opioid overdose prevention workshops.

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Local Museums Offer Spirited Activities in October

Oct 14, 2024 11:33AM ● By Traci Rockefeller Cusack, T-Rock Communications News Release

The greater Sacramento area is rich with an amazing array of state-of-the-art museums and historic sites that offer visitors the chance to explore California’s art, history, and science treasures all year long

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Who is California’s Best Bricklayer?

Oct 09, 2024 09:31AM ● By Spec Mix LCC News Release

The world’s largest and most exciting masonry challenge, the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500®, is coming to Sacramento, CA on Oct. 11. The top masons from the territory will grab their levels and trowels to battle for a chance to be named, “California’s Best Bricklayer.”

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Local Couple to Host Art Showing

Oct 08, 2024 03:59PM ● By Helen Plenert News Release

Helen Plenert and Bobby Horiuchi, Sacramento natives, recently announced their “Places We’ve Been” art showing.

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United Way Invites Women To “Innovate and Ignite”

Oct 01, 2024 12:18PM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

United Way's Women United action group will hold its fall fundraiser, Innovate and Ignite, to connect and empower women in the community and raise funds for the local United Way's foster youth initiatives.

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Mildly Scenic Author Events

Sep 27, 2024 02:39PM ● By Mildly Scenic News Release

Local author presents the backstory of turning a hobby into an indispensable trail guide in her upcoming Author Talk series

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“American Pickers” to Film in California

Sep 18, 2024 01:54PM ● By Cineflix Productions News Release

They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in November 2024

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Blue Angels Headline California Capital Airshow Next March

Sep 11, 2024 03:00PM ● By MPG staff

The California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, on Sept. 6 announced its 19th annual Airshow will return to Mather Airport on March 22 and March 23, 2025.

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Come One, Come All…

Sep 06, 2024 03:02PM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Community is Invited to Celebrate California Admission Day with Free Cake & Ice Cream at the State Capitol on Sept. 9

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More Than 1,200 Acres Permanently Protected

Aug 27, 2024 01:11PM ● By Sacramento Valley Conservancy News Release

The Sacramento Valley Conservancy (SVC) is pleased to announce the successful completion and recording of its two newest conservation projects, spanning six separate properties

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Explore County Parks with Agents of Discovery

Aug 27, 2024 12:55PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Agents of Discovery, an interactive, augmented reality game, is now available at two Sacramento County Regional Parks: Gibson Ranch Regional Park and River Bend Park

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Eagle Rescue Heroes Saluted

Aug 27, 2024 11:51AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Two professional tree climbers have been recognized for their heroism in rescuing a fallen bald eaglet last April

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