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International Rail Fair Returns to Cal Expo

Oct 27, 2026 01:19PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The 2026 International Railfair model railroad show returns to Cal Expo on Saturday, Nov. 14 and Sunday, Nov. 15, featuring 11 different operating layouts, vendors and special new attractions.

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The Assistance League of Sacramento is an entirely volunteer run non profit

Assistance League Gives Back to the Community

Oct 27, 2026 12:49PM ● By Khushi Salgia

How this Unique Nonprofit Strives to Make Sacramento a Better Place

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Sierra Donor Services Honors Survivors and Healing

Oct 27, 2026 09:57AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

October is Breast Cancer Awareness and Liver Awareness Month

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Mom and Grace Take the Cake

Oct 27, 2026 09:41AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael mom Jackie Koenig and daughter Grace are giving back, one cake at a time.

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Circular Action Alliance Submits Revised California Recycling Plan

Oct 26, 2026 10:34AM ● By Circular Action Alliance News Release

Updated plan incorporates public input and outlines investments to expand recycling under SB 54

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APA Sacramento Valley Section Honors Urban Planners

Oct 20, 2026 03:02PM ● By Khushi Salgia

Awards event celebrates regional innovation across Sacramento Valley

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2026 California Farm to School Summit took place at Soil Born Farms

What’s Cooking in California Schools?

Oct 20, 2026 09:30AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Farm to School Summit brings state leaders, local students and fresh ideas

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‘Best of’ Polls Now Closed

Oct 20, 2026 09:21AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Polling ended Saturday, Oct. 10; votes for the 9th annual Best of Carmichael race are now being tallied.

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Are You Winter Weather Ready?

Oct 19, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As we enjoy the cooler weather that comes with fall, it’s a great time to start preparing for what the next season will bring.

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Society for the Blind Announces Blindness Awareness Month in October

Oct 19, 2026 11:44AM ● By Nonprofit Society for the Blind News Release

Nonprofit Society for the Blind in Sacramento is encouraging local residents to honor Blindness Awareness Month throughout October by connecting people with vision loss to services so they can gain the skills they need to stay independent and thrive.

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Sacramento Youth May Qualify for Foster Youth Income Program

Oct 13, 2026 01:27PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Former and current foster youth living in Sacramento County may be eligible to receive $900 per month for up to two years through the new Foster Youth Guaranteed Income Program announced today by the City of Sacramento and United Way California Capital Region.

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Fundraiser Nurtures Nature Center

Oct 12, 2026 04:23PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Gratitude and future growth were key themes at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center’s Oct. 4 Golden Jubilee fundraiser.

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Fathers and Daughters Enjoy Fishing and Family Fun

Oct 12, 2026 04:06PM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

American River Parkway Foundation strives to make the American River Parkway more accessible to all in Sacramento County and beyond

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Founders Harvest Fall Fun

Oct 12, 2026 01:47PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Hundreds of families enjoyed a fall-flavored anniversary in Carmichael Park last weekend. The Founder’s Harvest Festival marked Carmichael’s 117th birthday.

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Sacramento Celebrates Completion of American River Bridge Project

Oct 12, 2026 11:59AM ● By California Department of Transportation News Release

Dignitaries, Law Enforcement and Cycling Advocates Celebrate Accomplishment

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Federal Grant Furthers Critical Homeless Services

Oct 12, 2026 11:30AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The road from being housed to unhoused to being housed again is not circular or linear. It is fraught with turns, breakages and twists that no one can predict or always avoid.

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Shining a Light on Domestic Violence

Oct 06, 2026 10:04AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Domestic violence takes place in our nation every minute of every day, occurring just about every 15 seconds. Most Americans do not realize just how real domestic violence is and how many lives are affected by it.

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Scouts Dig In to Build Outdoor Learning Space

Oct 05, 2026 05:04PM ● By Chelsea Carlson, Program Chair, Pioneer Express District

Shovels hit the ground the morning of Saturday, Sept. 26 as local Scouts traded a morning of free time for four hours of hard work helping create a new outdoor learning space at Cameron Ranch Elementary School.

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FAA Awards Contract for New Air Traffic Control Tower at SMF

Oct 05, 2026 11:07AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded a design-build contract to Walsh Federal LLC for a new air traffic control tower at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

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The event will feature miles of aircraft

California Capital Airshow Returns with Night Show and World-Renowned Performer Lineup

Oct 05, 2026 10:40AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 20th annual California Capital Airshow (CCA), presented in partnership by Sacramento County and the City of Rancho Cordova, returns Oct. 10-11 from noon to 8 p.m. daily at Mather Airport in Sacramento.

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Competing against 26 teams in Division 3, the SacSewer Warriors earned first place

SacSewer Warriors Take Second Place in Division 3

Oct 05, 2026 10:31AM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

Team earns first place in Maintenance and third in Safety, highlighting the people and expertise behind SacSewer’s essential services

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California Writers Week in the Capitol Region

Sep 29, 2026 10:16AM ● By California Writers Week News Release

California Writers Week, an annual recognition of the talents and contributions of writers in our state, takes place the third week of October.

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Almost a thousand volunteers removed 11,470 pounds of trash

More Than 11,470 Pounds of Trash Removed by Volunteers During River Clean-Up

Sep 29, 2026 09:42AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation’s largest clean-up of the year spanned 13 sites along the American River Parkway

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United Way Invites Women to ‘Innovate and Ignite’ Foster Youth Event

Sep 29, 2026 09:36AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Four prominent local women leaders will join guests for fireside chat

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Park Rangers Recognized for Service and Lifesaving Work

Sep 29, 2026 09:28AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers do much more than patrol local parks.

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New Lions Club Seeks Founding Members

Sep 29, 2026 09:17AM ● By Gene Kypke, Sacramento Area Lions Club

The Magic Yarn Project creates character-inspired wigs for children

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Cleanliness is Next to Godliness

Sep 28, 2026 05:53PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Volunteers Wash 16 Aircrafts, Help to Preserve Aeronautic History

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Carmichael Senior Living Chef Earns Regional Recognition

Sep 28, 2026 11:58AM ● By Atria Senior Living News Release

Atria El Camino Gardens is proud to announce that Chris Fiori, director of culinary services, has been awarded the inaugural FLAME Award for Atria’s Central Valley region.

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Senator Roger Niello and Assemblyman Josh Hoover lead a discussion on legislative updates

Niello, Hoover Bring Legislative Updates to Carmichael

Sep 28, 2026 11:54AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Members of Carmichael’s business community gathered at Meristem in Fair Oaks on Tuesday, Sept. 22 for the September Community Luncheon hosted by the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce.

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Hello, Dolly – Let’s Do It!

Sep 28, 2026 11:38AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 1200 teenage girls last week flocked to the Aerospace Museum of California’s annual 'We Can Do It Together' open days.

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Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Program Grantees Announced

Sep 28, 2026 10:36AM ● By Ryley Metten

CPF, CFF and PG&E announce $1 million in charitable grants to 75 departments to strengthen wildfire preparedness, response and community

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Ed Winkler Appointed to SSWD Board of Directors

Sep 28, 2026 10:28AM ● By Sacramento Suburban Water District News Release

On Monday, Sept. 21, the Sacramento Suburban Water District (SSWD) Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ed Winkler to the SSWD Board by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors.

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Expanding Recovery Housing for Women

Sep 28, 2026 10:19AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is celebrating the opening of Koala House 2, a new sober living and transitional residence designed to provide women with a safe, supportive environment as they continue their recovery journeys.

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Celebrating Early Literacy, Family Support and Dolly Parton’s Legacy

Sep 28, 2026 10:09AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Just one year after launching in August 2025, the Sacramento County Imagination Library has reached a remarkable milestone: Nearly 10,000 children from birth to age five are now enrolled and receiving free, high-quality books each month.

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