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Bera Secures Over $14M in Community Project Funding

Feb 23, 2026 04:30PM ● By Representative Ami Bera News Release

Recently, Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) announced $14,046,000 in Community Project Funding to support 14 projects across California’s Sixth Congressional District.

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Book Festival Returns in April

Feb 23, 2026 03:55PM ● By Sacramento Book Festival News Release

The festival will feature over 200 local authors, selling books for people of all ages, performing readings, participating in panels and introducing themselves to Sacramento readers.

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Effie Yeaw to Offer Course Focused on Local Climate Action

Feb 23, 2026 03:50PM ● By Effie Yeaw Nature Center News Release

This course speaks to people who care about what’s happening around them and want to respond in thoughtful, constructive ways.

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United Ways Host Nonpartisan Gubernatorial Forum

Feb 23, 2026 03:35PM ● By United Way News Release

Nine United Way chapters across the state of California are bringing qualified candidates for governor to Sacramento on March 23 for the United Way Nonpartisan Gubernatorial Forum: Voices of Californians.

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Inside Carmichael Highlights DUI Legislation, Park Projects

Feb 23, 2026 03:27PM ● By Abbey Wicks

One of the community’s signature events, the People of the Year Awards Dinner, will take place March 25 at the Milagro Event Center by Bella Bru, 6241 Fair Oaks Blvd. The event honors the Person of the Year, Business of the Year and other standout contributors to the community.

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National Summit on Volunteer Engagement Comes to Sacramento

Feb 23, 2026 03:20PM ● By Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE) News Release

Professionals who work with volunteers are invited to gather in California’s beautiful capital city this spring for the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement, hosted by the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE). The Summit takes place March 18 to 20 at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova.

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Bonta Finalizes Cardroom Regulations Banning Lawful Games

Feb 23, 2026 01:48PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The California Gaming Association recently condemned new regulations by Attorney General Rob Bonta and the Bureau of Gambling Control (Bureau) that prohibit long-approved blackjack-style and player-dealer games, slashing licensed cardroom revenues by more than half.

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Homebuilder Association Installs 2026 Officers and Directors

Feb 23, 2026 01:36PM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

The North State Building Industry Association (BIA), representing the homebuilding industry in the greater Sacramento region, recently installed its officers and directors for 2026 and recognized six individuals for outstanding service promoting homeownership at an event attended by nearly 500 industry leaders at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Sacramento.

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Improved Information Access With 2026 Website Debut

Feb 23, 2026 01:16PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Navigation Offers Direct Links to Key Programs and Resources

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The Problem with California’s Proposed Mileage Tax

Feb 23, 2026 01:13PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover

I was disappointed last month when the Assembly passed AB 1421 (Wilson) over strong bipartisan objections. This legislation sets the stage for a new per-mile tax on drivers across our state—a move I opposed for its potential burden on everyday Californians without adequate safeguards.

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Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks Community Input on County Superintendent Search

Feb 23, 2026 01:11PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The search for the next Sacramento County Superintendent is underway, and community members are invited to play an important role in the process.

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County Launches Improved 311 Connect Website

Feb 23, 2026 01:04PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has launched an improved 311 Connect online portal designed to make it easier for residents to manage service requests and access County services in one convenient location.

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CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

Feb 23, 2026 01:00PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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SMUD Boosts Rebates for Heat Pumps

Feb 23, 2026 12:49PM ● By SMUD News Release

Program helps Sacramento customers save energy, improve comfort and cut carbon

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Girl Scout Heart of Central California Celebrates National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, Highlighting How the Cookie Program Helps Girls Explore More Through Hands-On Entrepreneurship

Feb 20, 2026 08:53AM ● By Girl Scout Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) invites cookie lovers across the Sacramento, Stockton, and Modesto regions to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place Feb. 20 to 22.

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Mira Loma Dragons at Milagro

Feb 17, 2026 10:36AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Dragons last week cavorted at Carmichael’s Milagro Centre. The Mira Loma High School presentation heralded the Lunar New Year.

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Music Makers Honored

Feb 17, 2026 09:02AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Audience applause was music to the ears of two Sacramento music icons during the recent Teagarden Jazz Festival at Sacramento State University.

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SMUD and Calpine Extend Geothermal Power Agreement

Feb 16, 2026 02:45PM ● By SMUD News Release

SMUD and Calpine LLC have reached a long-term extension and expansion of their existing power purchase agreement for geothermal energy from The Geysers, strengthening SMUD’s long-term strategy to deliver reliable, clean electricity to its customers.

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Students Urged to Claim CalKIDS Scholarships Before FAFSA Deadline

Feb 16, 2026 12:54PM ● By CalKIDS News Release

As the March 2 priority financial aid deadline approaches, Sacramento County high school seniors completing the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are encouraged to check whether they have a CalKIDS Scholarship that can help pay for college or career training.

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California Doubles Down on Commitment to Transit

Feb 16, 2026 12:50PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans recently announced major steps in strengthening its commitment to public transportation by establishing a new Deputy Director for Transit and Rail Programs and restoring the Division of Mass Transportation to create a dedicated team focused on providing faster, more reliable and connected transit services statewide.

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SacSewer Honored with Seven Awards

Feb 16, 2026 12:37PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

Recognizing Innovation, Community Impact and Workforce Excellence

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California Lawmakers Strike Back at DUI Repeat Offenders

Feb 16, 2026 12:33PM ● By Assemblyman Tom Lackey News Release

After witnessing the devastation caused by drunk drivers firsthand, former California Highway Patrol (CHP) Sergeant Assemblyman Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale) is partnering with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine) and Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) to protect victims, and hold repeat DUI offenders accountable.

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River Cats Unveil ‘Festival of Baseball’

Feb 16, 2026 12:18PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The Sacramento River Cats recently announced the launch of the River Cats Festival of Baseball at Sutter Health Park, a season-long marketing campaign that transforms each homestand into a uniquely curated music-festival-style experience, celebrating the spirit, culture and community that defines Sacramento.

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Traffic Break Scheduled Tonight, Feb. 11 on Westbound U.S. Highway 50 in Sacramento

Feb 11, 2026 04:26PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Work Involves Installation of Overhead Sign

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Avoid the Risk of Outages by Controlling Your Helium Balloons This Valentine’s Day

Feb 11, 2026 04:26PM ● By SMUD News Release

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, helium-filled balloons can make the holiday even more special, colorful and festive.

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Crabby Diners Fundraise for Kids

Feb 10, 2026 11:26AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

A thousand pounds of crustacean and an ocean of cocktail sauce helped the Carmichael Kiwanis Club raise almost $40,000 at a recent crab-feed at La Sierra Center.

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SacSewer Earns National Recognition

Feb 10, 2026 10:56AM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

The Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) has been awarded a 2026 National Environmental Achievement Award (NEAA) by the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA)

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Grantmaking at a Glance

Feb 09, 2026 04:54PM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Sacramento Region Community Foundation Celebrates $22.2M Awarded from Local Donors in 2025

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Sacramento County Honored with North State BIA ‘Friend of Housing’ Award

Feb 09, 2026 03:32PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has been recognized by the North State Building Industry Association (BIA) with its prestigious Friend of Housing Award.

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McDaniel Named Women's Transportation Seminar Member of the Year

Feb 09, 2026 03:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento Chapter has named Sacramento County Department of Transportation (SacDOT) Principal Planner, Mikki McDaniel, the organization’s member of the year.

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February Raises Awareness of Teen Dating Violence

Feb 09, 2026 03:16PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River

Romantic relationships between teenagers are incredibly complicated. The undertaking of a relationship, very often, requires more maturity than most teens have developed.

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'Pancho Villa' Rides Again

Feb 09, 2026 02:38PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Following a battle lasting more than three years, including unexpected construction delays due to a lengthy permit approval process from the county of Sacramento, Pancho Villa BBQ and Catering, 6716 Madison Ave., has ridden into town at long last.

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‘Love Your Life’ this Valentine's Day with Single Mom Strong

Feb 06, 2026 03:18PM ● By Single Mom Strong News Release

Single Mom Strong, the nonprofit devoted to empowering single mothers and their children, is proud to present its annual “Love Your Life” event, a joyful Valentine’s Day celebration focused on self-love and community connection.

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Rarely Performed Masterpiece Comes to Sacramento

Feb 06, 2026 11:21AM ● By Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra News Release

Dvořák’s Requiem Presented by the Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra at SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center

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A Singing Valentine Coming Your Way

Feb 06, 2026 11:08AM ● By Sweet Adelines International News Release

Valentine's Day is almost here! Some people give flowers, or candy or a card - You can give all that plus a songs sung a cappella by a quartet to your sweetheart, friend or family member! This is an unforgettable gift!

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