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Home Heating Expenditures Projected to Increase by 8.7%

Dec 30, 2024 05:58PM ● By National Energy Assistance Directors Association News Release

Home heating costs this winter will remain unaffordable for millions of lower income families, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

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UC Davis Football Players Named All-Americans

Dec 30, 2024 05:51PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

With the 2024 season in the review mirror, UC Davis football's postseason accolades continue to roll in as Walter Payton Finalist senior running back Lan Larison along with Buck Buchanan Award finalist redshirt junior David Meyer and junior Rex Connors were all named American Football Coaches Association FCS Coaches All-Americans.

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Slater Completes Consensus All-American Campaign

Dec 30, 2024 05:41PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sacramento State offensive lineman Jackson Slater became the first Hornet to be a consensus first team All-American as he was named to the AFCA FCS All-America team, it was announced on Dec. 20. The honor follows Slater being named to the first team of the Associated Press, Stats Perform and FCS Central.

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Brennan Marion Named Hornet Football Coach

Dec 30, 2024 05:30PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sacramento State Director of Athletics Mark Orr announced on Dec. 20 that Brennan Marion has been appointed as the 13th head football coach in school history.

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State Water Project Allocation Increases

Dec 30, 2024 05:07PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Dec. 23, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced an update to the State Water Project allocation forecast for 2025.

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TOT Grant Program Available for Non-Profits

Dec 30, 2024 05:01PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The County Board of Supervisors intends to continue providing $1 million through the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Grant Program to support nonprofit organizations located in Sacramento County in Fiscal Year 2025-26.

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Sac County Partners Protect Children

Dec 30, 2024 04:53PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When the Child Abuse Prevention Center chose a new leader, it found someone with a deep understanding of its mission: someone who was in foster care mainly because her family was impoverished.

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Drive Into 2025: CHP’s Mission for a Safe New Year

Dec 30, 2024 08:41AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

As 2025 approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is taking action to promote safe travel and prevent tragic crashes on California’s roadways.

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Visions In Education Charter School’s Renewal Vote Unanimous

Dec 24, 2024 08:36AM ● By Visions In Education News Release

Visions In Education, a free public charter school serving more than 7,500 students throughout Northern California, is proud to announce that its charter renewal petition was unanimously approved by the San Juan Unified School District (SJUSD) Board of Education at their meeting on Dec. 17.

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Henderson Remembered as Electrifying Legend of the Game

Dec 24, 2024 08:32AM ● By National Baseball Hall of Fame News Release

Rickey Henderson used the ultimate combination of power and speed to break numerous major league baseball records during his career.

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River Cats Recognized as Top Triple-A Organization

Dec 23, 2024 05:22PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The Sacramento River Cats, proud Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have been named the top Triple-A organization in Minor League Baseball (MiLB) as winner of the prestigious 2024 Bob Freitas Award by Baseball America.

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ARC Volleyball Closes Out Season in State Semifinals

Dec 23, 2024 04:56PM ● By California Community Colleges Athletic Association News Releases

After twice being swept by American River College (ARC) in the regular season, a hungry Feather River College team fully savored a third opportunity versus the Beavers in performing a sweep in the 3C2A Women's Volleyball Championship semifinals on Saturday, Dec. 7, at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, Calif. Feather River (30-7) defeated American River (28-5), 3-0: 25-19, 25-22, 25-23.

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Stay Safe in the Cold

Dec 23, 2024 04:43PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With temperatures staying cool this week, it’s a great time to review cold weather tips.

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2025 Holiday Tree Recycling Next Week

Dec 23, 2024 04:37PM ● By Sacramento County Waste Management and Recycling News Release

Give your holiday tree a free and proper send-off and recycle it into a new life as beneficial mulch or compost.

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Bird Flu: What Residents Need to Know

Dec 23, 2024 04:28PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency on Dec. 18 in response to the ongoing H5N1 Avian Influenza (bird flu) outbreak.

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Key New Laws in 2025

Dec 23, 2024 03:51PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Starting Jan. 1, 2025, many significant new laws will go into effect across California, impacting everything in daily life from traffic regulations, employment, housing to healthcare.

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PG&E Hosts Troopathon’s Annual Christmas Care Package Party

Dec 20, 2024 08:47AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the brave men and women of our Armed Forces, is excited to announce that Pacific Gas and Electric Company will host its Annual Christmas Care Package Party as the featured volunteer group.

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CAL FIRE Aviation Program Conducts Day and Night Training Flights

Dec 17, 2024 05:04PM ● By CAL FIRE News Release

The CAL FIRE Aviation Training Center welcomed the first of six cohorts for the annual Helicopter Continuing Professional Training (HCPT) last week.

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Public Health Accreditation Strengthens Community

Dec 17, 2024 04:55PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) has earned national accreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB), a testament to its commitment to improving the health and well-being of residents.

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Family Hits Jackpot for Local Charities

Dec 17, 2024 04:31PM ● By Gary Zavoral

Seven is a special number for Kelvin and Leslie Moss of Granite Bay. They have seven children, and their last child was nicknamed “Seven.” And, on the night they went to the Sacramento area’s charitable vending machines, there were seven members of their family present.

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All Hail the 2025 Mayor

Dec 17, 2024 04:04PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The Carmichael 2025 Honorary Mayor is UC Davis neurosurgeon Kawanaa Carter.

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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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Society For the Blind Announces Vision Forward Initiative Launch

Dec 09, 2024 05:26PM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Society for the Blind recently launched its $1-million Vision Forward Initiative at its 70th anniversary celebration.

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Keep Your Pets Safe During the Holidays

Dec 09, 2024 05:11PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration and spending time with loved ones – including our furry, feathered and scaly family members. However, this festive time can also bring unique challenges and hazards for pets.

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Child, Family and Adult Services Director Appointed

Dec 09, 2024 05:05PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Board of Supervisors at its Dec. 3 meeting concurred with the County Executive’s appointment of Shelby Boston as Child, Family and Adult Services director, effective Jan. 27.

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Strike Up the Lights for Christmas!

Dec 09, 2024 04:41PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Bright lights, snow and many fa-la-las heralded the holidays at Carmichael Park last week.

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Initial State Water Project Allocation Announced

Dec 04, 2024 10:13AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Dec. 2, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced an initial State Water Project (SWP) allocation forecast of five percent of requested supplies for 2025.

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Multiple Sclerosis Marathon Successful

Dec 03, 2024 05:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

For the 10th year in a row, the John A. Schafer, MD Multiple Sclerosis Achievement Center located at 7777 Greenback Lane, a program of the Dignity Health Neurological Institute, hosted its Annual Marathon on Dec. 2.

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Apply Now for Next Grand Jury

Dec 03, 2024 04:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Applicants are now being sought for new jurors to serve on the Sacramento County Grand Jury. The application period opened on Nov. 20.

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New Partnership Bolsters 911 Response in Sac County

Dec 03, 2024 04:35PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The City of Sacramento Fire Department and Medic Ambulance entered a partnership on Nov. 1 to provide Basic Life Support (BLS) transport services in Sacramento County.

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SacRT’s Holiday Bus Returns

Dec 03, 2024 04:32PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) Holiday Bus has returned. The Holiday Bus is a festive tradition offering free rides to passengers while spreading holiday cheer throughout the region.

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Santa Kicks Off Season of Giving with Charitable Vending Machines

Dec 03, 2024 04:26PM ● By Gary Zavoral

With a twinkle in his eye, Santa Claus cut the ceremonial red ribbon at the Light the World Giving Machines on Monday and then showed the world the joy of giving by selecting a few gifts for those in need in the Greater Sacramento Area.

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See How They Run

Dec 02, 2024 04:58PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Endangered Chinook salmon are now running in full force.

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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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