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Mama, Art Your Heart Out

Sep 15, 2026 10:41AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Ana Zuloaga-Walker is the founder and program director for Mama, Art Your Heart Out, affectionately called MAYHO, a local social support group for moms with autistic children.

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Carmichael Water District (CWD) Board of Directors

Carmichael Water District Selects New General Manager

Sep 15, 2026 10:24AM ● By Carmichael Water District News Release

Pablo Arroyave will guide investments in reliable water service, critical infrastructure and customer service for the Carmichael community

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Effie Dinner a Golden Gala

Sep 15, 2026 09:45AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Nature lovers will open hearts and wallets for the Effie Yeaw Nature Center gala on Oct. 4.

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Elks Help SJUSD Charity

Sep 15, 2026 09:38AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Monday night bingo at the Carmichael Elks Lodge is fundraising for local charities.

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Lee Wins 102nd State Fair Men's Golf Tournament

Sep 15, 2026 08:58AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

A three-way tie on the 18th hole set up a dramatic four-hole playoff Sept. 7 as Aidan Lee, Kavi Marez and Keita Yobiko battled for the championship of the 102nd State Fair Men’s Golf Tournament, held Sept. 5 to 7 at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex.

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SBSK Readies for Holiday Giveaway

Sep 14, 2026 02:46PM ● By Claire Gliddon, SBSK Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or “almost new” Beanie Babies all year long.

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S.A.F.E. Event to Shine Light on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking

Sep 14, 2026 11:52AM ● By MAD LIT News Release

The public is invited to attend a powerful event, S.A.F.E. – Stopping Abuse for Everyone, to help bring awareness, education, intervention, prevention and healing to the issues of domestic violence and human trafficking.

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Sacramento’s Biggest Outdoor Oktoberfest is Coming!

Sep 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Get ready for a brand-new fall tradition coming to Cal Expo! On Oct. 9 – 10, Saktoberfest is coming for two days of live music, traditional food, games, family-friendly fun and Oktoberfest celebrations.

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A Morning Like No Other - Ground Zero at 25 years

Sep 11, 2026 10:50AM ● By Paul V. Scholl

After a long night of late work well into the morning, I was in a deep sleep. The repeating ring of the telephone awakened me. I received an alarming telephone call from a close friend frantically trying to get my attention. She said “just get up and turn on the TV. You won’t believe what is happening”. She was absolutely right.

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Family Storytime Moves to Carmichael Park

Sep 08, 2026 12:05PM ● By MPG Staff

Despite the temporary closure of the Carmichael Library due to renovations, Family Storytime is forging on in a new location.

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Cecilia’s 107 Blessings

Sep 08, 2026 12:03PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Cards by the cartload blessed the 107th birthday of Cecilia Gordils at the Manzanita Health Care Center last week.

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Best of the Best is Back

Sep 08, 2026 12:00PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The popularity contest that decides Carmichael’s top businesses has kicked off.

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New this year, Sue's Great Gumbo Cook-Off will be featured at the 5th annual Golden Harvest Parade and Music/Dance Festival

Introducing Sue's Great Gumbo Cook-Off at the 5th Annual Golden Harvest Festival

Sep 01, 2026 11:48AM ● By MPG Staff

Get ready for “GOLDEN,” the 5th Annual Golden Harvest Parade and Music/Dance Festival, a free community celebration showcasing the diverse cultures and communities of the Greater Sacramento region.

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From Tragedy to Tradition

Aug 31, 2026 05:43PM ● By AMPLIFY 360 News Release

Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

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Soroptimist Club Seeks Applicants for Live Your Dream Award

Aug 31, 2026 05:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River is accepting applications for its 2026 Live Your Dream Award, which provides financial assistance to women who are working to improve their education, skills and employment opportunities.

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Nonprofit Community Celebrates America’s 250th

Aug 31, 2026 04:58PM ● By Ryley Metten

The Capitol’s Rose Garden Claimed Site for 150,000 Pounds of Food Distributed to Nonprofits

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And Pops Makes Three

Aug 31, 2026 04:56PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Wither Heidi or Brad Sanborn goest, Pops goes, too.

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Homeless Services: Progress, Challenges and the Work Ahead

Aug 31, 2026 12:06PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors heard a comprehensive and meaningful update on the outcomes of key homeless shelters and service programs from fiscal year 25/26.

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Building Careers Foundation helps lead the BuildStrong Academy’s pre-apprenticeship program to train people for careers in the homebuilding industry

Area Homebuilders Do More Than Just Build Homes

Aug 25, 2026 12:47PM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

Our industry helps people rebuild their lives and gives young people a path toward rewarding careers

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Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services

Celebrating National Emergency Management Awareness Month

Aug 25, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is proud to recognize National Emergency Management Awareness Month throughout August.

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Careers Take Flight at Mather

Aug 24, 2026 02:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Destination Aviation gives students a hands-on look at aerospace and STEM careers

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Effie Yeaw Nature Center Sets Sights on Next Generation at Golden Jubilee Gala

Aug 24, 2026 01:40PM ● By Effie Yeaw Nature Center News Release

Oct. 4 celebration will support goal of doubling Urban Nature Program participation to reach 4,000 students

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Moms and kids enjoy new paths and playing space at La Sierra Community Center

Field of Dreams Comes True

Aug 24, 2026 01:38PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

With a ribbon-cutting last week, Carmichael’s field of dreams became a dream-reimagined.

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Scout Preserves History

Aug 24, 2026 01:29PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Boy Scout Joseph Schmidt has crafted protection for a cherished piece of Carmichael History.

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‘Inside Carmichael’ Highlights Business, Legislation, Parks

Aug 24, 2026 01:25PM ● By Abbey Wicks

At the Aug. 20 meeting of Carmichael’s monthly community roundtable, Inside Carmichael, local leaders covered hot topics including new tire regulations, a nonprofit’s proposed halfway house and new businesses coming to Carmichael.

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County Expands Program to Support Affordable Housing Development

Aug 24, 2026 01:03PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is expanding a program designed to help offset development costs that can make affordable housing projects difficult to finance and build.

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An Ode to the Timeless Art Legacy: Tanjore Painting

Aug 17, 2026 05:52PM ● By MPG Staff

Shruti Mahesh is a young adult who had a special interest in art since elementary school with her consistent attendance in the after-school art program. Gradually, this hobby developed into a passion, and now into a reality.

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Mayoral Race Kicks Off

Aug 17, 2026 05:47PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s annual race for honorary mayor has two rivals vying for the 2027 office.

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Thirst Aid for Trees Helps Residents Keep Sacramento’s Trees Healthy Through Summer

Aug 17, 2026 03:15PM ● By Sacramento Suburban Water District Staff

More than 50 community members attended Sacramento Suburban Water District’s (SSWD) “Thirst Aid for Trees” event on July 24, where they received practical guidance on helping newly planted trees thrive during the hottest part of the year.

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More Than a Crown

Aug 17, 2026 03:02PM ● By MPG Staff

Reesa Artz Advocates for Families, Students and Community

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Sacramento County Water Agency Wraps Up 10-Year Water Meter and Pipe Improvement Project

Aug 17, 2026 12:43PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Water Agency (SCWA) has completed its biggest construction project ever.

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Home is More Than a House: How One Family Changed Lives Through Foster Care

Aug 11, 2026 11:14AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

What is home? For many of us, we will say an address or point to a neighborhood on a map.

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In July SacDot launched a unique Chip Seal Program

SacDOT Unveils Roadway Chip Seal Program

Aug 11, 2026 10:53AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SacDOT) has begun a new preventative maintenance aimed at extending the lifespan of pavement along the unincorporated roadways.

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United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)

Sacramento Selected as New Sample Area for the Consumer Price Index

Aug 10, 2026 12:45PM ● By United States Department of Labor News Release

The United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) will begin collecting data for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the Sacramento area in October.

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