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Stan Atkinson lived close to Ancil Hoffman Park, Carmichael during much of his Sacramento television career.

‘Mr Carmichael’ Stan Atkinson Dies

May 28, 2025 05:12PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A long-time friend of Carmichael, Stan Atkinson died last Saturday, aged 92.

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The funds will help counties prevent homelessness by providing services for youth transitioning out of foster care or probation systems in California

Newsom Funds Millions to Reduce Youth Homelessness

May 28, 2025 05:09PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Continuing California’s success in reducing homelessness in youth, Governor Gavin Newsom and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced May 23 $56 million awards to help 52 California counties provide housing and supportive services to young adults at risk of homelessness.

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Little girl smiling in a school classroom

Data Shows Slowing Decline in Overall School Enrollment

May 28, 2025 04:56PM ● By California Department of Education News Release

On May 21, the California Department of Education released 2024 to 2025 school enrollment data on DataQuest (https://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/), showing that the decline in public school enrollment has begun to slow.

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California has seen the second largest increase in energy costs

California Residents Paying Nearly Double for Power since 2015

May 28, 2025 04:43PM ● By Texas Electricity Ratings News Release

California has seen the second largest increase in energy costs, with a 74% increase between 2015 and 2023.

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The Navy Band hosted this ceremony to honor Master Chief Musician Kolo on his retirement.

U.S. Navy Band Commanding Officer Honors Retiring Musician

May 28, 2025 04:31PM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

Capt. Robert “Seph” Coats, a Carmichael native, presents Master Chief Musician David Kolo, from Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a certificate on April 28.

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Community Band Fest

May 28, 2025 04:24PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s spring/summer concert season continued last Saturday, with Carmichael Park resonating to funk rock hits from Hipper than Hip.

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Ancil Hoffman Park will temporarily close for up to two months, starting May 28, for road and parking lots repairs.

Ancil Hoffman Park Temporarily Closes for Two Months

May 28, 2025 04:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Ancil Hoffman Park will temporarily close for up to two months, starting May 28, as Sacramento County Regional Parks repairs, repaves and restripes the roads and parking lots to ensure compliance with state and federal accessibility standards.

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California Exceeds Four Million Myshake App Downloads

May 28, 2025 04:13PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

During Earthquake Preparedness Month, Governor Gavin Newsom announced on April 25 a major milestone: the MyShake app, which alerts Californians before an earthquake begins, has surpassed 4 million downloads, the equivalent of more than 10% of the state.

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Anvitha Samineni proudly shows off her California State Seal of Biliteracy. She received recognition for her proficiency in English, Spanish and Telugu

More than 400 Students Receive California State Seal of Biliteracy

May 28, 2025 04:03PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Anvitha Samineni, a 12th-grader from Mira Loma High School, was in the spotlight as a student speaker at the recent Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) 2025 California State Seal of Biliteracy Recognition Ceremony.

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More than 6,500 members of the Class of 2025 walked the stage across six ceremonies

Sac State’s Commencement Brings Joy and Gratitude

May 28, 2025 03:55PM ● By Daniel Wilson, California State University Sacramento News Release

Sacramento State University recently celebrated thousands of new Hornet alumni as graduates, their families and their friends and guests packed into Golden 1 Center for spring commencement.

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The Art Fiesta will feature this landscape painting by Tom Sorenson. Photos courtesy of Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club

67th Art Fiesta Features Local Students

May 28, 2025 02:50PM ● By Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club News Release

The Sacramento Suburban Kiwanis Club will host its 67th Art Fiesta on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Sacramento.

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Veterans and supporters gather at the Vietnam Memorial in Earl J. Koobs Nature Area for Memorial Day, May 26.

Memorial Day Recalls Heroes

May 28, 2025 01:53PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Fallen heroes were honored at Carmichael’s Vietnam Monument on Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day). The 57-year-old tradition of community remembrance continued with flags, speeches and prayers in the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area.

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Gabe Kerschner will bring a menagerie, likely to include alligator Spike to the Effie Yeaw Nature Center’s NatureFest

Nature Parades a Feast

May 28, 2025 01:49PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Birds, reptiles and marsupials will be among educators during an open day at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. Staged previously during the fall, NatureFest has been rescheduled as a spring attraction. The June 8 event is the center’s largest educational event.

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Policymakers, city officials, community leaders and energy officials participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony in Rancho Cordova

Charging Ahead

May 21, 2025 08:52AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mitra EV Launches Nation’s First Shared Charging Hubs

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From left are Shelly Blanchard, executive director of the Cordova Community Council; Assemblyman Josh Hoover; and Diann Rogers, Rancho Cordova Area Chamber of Commerce president & CEO.

Lunch with Assemblyman Hoover

May 21, 2025 08:41AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Luncheon Highlights State Budget, Homelessness, and Public Safety

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A Survival Story for Memorial Day

May 20, 2025 05:00PM ● By Sandy Evans

U.S. nurses who served in the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1973 did heroic things that most people have never heard occurred.

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Rock big band Hipper than Hip kicks off at 6 p.m. May 24 in Carmichael Park. Damon Jenkins is the band’s lead singer.

Carmichael Gets Hip May 24

May 20, 2025 04:43PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s spring/summer concert season continued last Saturday, with Carmichael Park crowds hopping to the Latin tribute band, Maya.

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Koobs Memorial Day Celebration In-Person and on Zoom

May 20, 2025 04:36PM ● By MPG Staff

Join the Kiwanis Club of Carmichael for Memorial Day May 26 at the La Sierra High School Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Koobs Nature Area.

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ust desserts. Nothing Bunt Cakes owner Andy Davis (standing, left) and assistant Susan Bean present sweet stuff for the delight of Taste of Carmichael

Carmichael Hails Great Taste

May 20, 2025 04:23PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 400 foodies last week crammed La Sierra Community Center for the annual Taste of Carmichael festival.

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Among the first families occupying The Paseos development, Lynne and Kaylub Mins and daughter, Kyla, admire street-landscaping

First Move-Ins for New Neighborhood

May 20, 2025 04:05PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A rare new housing development in central Carmichael, The Paseos community is reaching halfway-point in construction.

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: In 1979, Pablo Cruise broke Elvis Presley’s record at the Sahara Tahoe Casino Stateline, Nevada for most sold-out shows and was one of the first bands to perform at a casino. Photo courtesy of Pablo Cruise

Whatcha Gonna Do May 31? Come see Pablo Cruise!

May 20, 2025 03:53PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Fans of the early ’70s/late ’80s California sun and surf sound will be in for a treat to hear that the platinum-selling pop/rock group Pablo Cruise will perform at the Hard Rock Casino on May 31.

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Here is a photo of the explosion in Antelope on April 28, 1973

Remembering the 1973 Roseville Bomb Explosion

May 20, 2025 03:11PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Can you remember where you were when the bombs went off?

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Pictured are the winners of the 2025 DOVIA volunteer awards ceremony

Youth, Dedication and Innovation Honored

May 20, 2025 01:36PM ● By Ornella Rossi

2025 DOVIA Volunteer Awards Ceremony

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Keeping Pets Safe in the Heat

May 20, 2025 01:12PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Essential Tips for Pet Owners

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Kids flipping buckets filled with water on their heads

Washing Away Mental Health Stigma

May 20, 2025 01:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

This May, Sacramento County is making a splash to raise awareness about mental health.

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U.S.A Flags ready for retirement can be brought to any of SAFE's 17 branches in the Greater Sacramento area (

SAFE Credit Union to Collect Worn U.S. Flags for Proper Retirement

May 20, 2025 11:39AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

To honor this summer’s patriotic holidays, SAFE Credit Union is holding its second annual American flag collection drive from Friday, May 23 through Wednesday, July 30.

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Free Mulch for Your Yard!

May 13, 2025 04:34PM ● By Regional Water Authority News Release

Water-saving mulch available during Mulch Mayhem on Saturday, May 17.

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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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Traditional Mexican dancers wearing colorful dresses

Carmichael Goes Cinco

May 13, 2025 11:31AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Home to nearly a dozen Mexican restaurants, Carmichael last week rolled out red, white and green flags for Cinco de Mayo.

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Presenting cover versions of Latin rock, the six-piece Maya Band will perform in the Carmichael Park sound shell this weekend.

Carmichael Park Goes Latin, Saturday

May 13, 2025 11:22AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael Park’s Spring/Summer concert season continues on Saturday with the Maya Latin Tribute Band.

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Students Explore Innovation, Culture and Careers at World Fair

May 13, 2025 11:19AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Mira Loma High School students shared their talents, research and aspirations during the school’s annual World Fair and Middle Years Program (MYP) Personal Project Exhibition.

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Italian Cultural Center’s Balliamo folkloric trooper parade Italian motorcycles. The dancers are among hundreds of Italophiles who scootered to Carmichael for the center’s annual automotive fest.

Viva Motociclo Italiano!

May 13, 2025 11:17AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The Italian Cultural Society celebrated Mediterranean motors with a four- and two-wheeled festival last weekend.

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Shaquille and Shaqir O’Neal Join the Hornets

May 13, 2025 11:12AM ● By MPG Staff

National Basketball Association (NBA) Hall of Famer Dr. Shaquille O’Neal will serve as the general manager of Sacramento State University men’s basketball starting in the 2025-2026 season.

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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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Reynolds, Westbrook Earn All-Conference Honors

May 13, 2025 11:05AM ● By American River College News Release

American River College Baseball standouts Jayden Reynolds (Bella Vista) and Dylan Westbrook (Oak Ridge) earned 2025 first team All-BIG 8 Conference honors it was announced on April 30.

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