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One of the partners of the Local Age and Disability-Friendly Action Plan is Sacramento County’s Resources for Independent Living

Promoting Independence for All

Aug 05, 2025 08:41AM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

Sacramento County is celebrating local achievements to create a disability-friendly community. One exciting achievement is the Local Age and Disability-Friendly Action Plan (LADAP).

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Carmichael’s annual race for honorary mayor has four rivals vying for 2026 office

Here, There, Everywhere a Mayor

Aug 05, 2025 08:30AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael’s annual race for honorary mayor has four rivals vying for 2026 office.

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Sacramento is to host thousands for an international spiritual event at the Golden 1 Center

Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Jul 30, 2025 08:33AM ● By Jehovah’s Witnesses News Release

In the weeks leading up to the highly anticipated Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses, local Witnesses from across Northern California are warmly inviting their neighbors to attend this unique international event at the Golden 1 Center from Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.

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Handheld translation device resembles a smartphone and provides real-time voice and text translation

Bridging the Language Gap with Technology

Jul 29, 2025 11:12AM ● By San Juan Unified School District Staff

Communicating with school staff can be challenging for families who are new to the country or have limited English proficiency. But a new tool introduced across San Juan Unified School District is helping to break down some of those barriers.

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Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Lee Seale

Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Retires

Jul 29, 2025 11:00AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Lee Seale will retire on Aug. 1, following a career dedicated to law and justice.

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County Connects Veterans & Families to Benefits

Jul 29, 2025 10:51AM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

Sacramento County’s Veterans Services Office plays a vital role in helping veterans and their dependents access life-changing benefits.

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Celebrating Polish Culture

Jul 29, 2025 10:26AM ● By Polish American Club of Sacramento News Release

Join the Polish American Club of Sacramento, Inc. at the 34th annual Polish Festival. Come celebrate and learn about the Polish culture through traditional food, drink and song from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 6 at 327 Main St., Roseville.

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Hundreds of Carmichael Parks Foundation supporters dine

Moonlight Gala Benefits Parks and Youth

Jul 29, 2025 09:56AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael Parks Foundation’s “Dinner in the Park” gala on Sept. 6 will support youth programs and improvements to public reserves.

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Gene Davis from Reliable Home Solutions stands behind the kitchen counter of one of his manufactured homes

Ownership Versus Affordability

Jul 28, 2025 05:29PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

More than 120,000 apartment units fill the Sacramento region, with a vacancy rate of about 4.2%, compared to just 0.6% for conventional homes and 1% or less for manufactured home parks, according to data from Apartments.com, the U.S. Census Bureau, and state housing reports.

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Instructor Kristin Fuller (standing) admires the work of young artists during an American River Parkway Foundation painting event

Adventure Days on Parkway

Jul 25, 2025 10:39AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Young artists brushed up their entomology during a recent paint-out. The activity was part of the American River Parkway Foundation’s ‘Adventure days’ series.

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Softball Western "B" National Championship Tournament Features 500 Players

Jul 22, 2025 11:53AM ● By Ron Trujillo

Clutch hits, defensive gems and must-win games will highlight USA Softball's Western "B" National Championship 10-under girls' tournament that runs from July 22 through July 27 in Roseville, bringing about 2,500 athletes, coaches and fans and generating more than $1 million for Placer Valley.

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Republic FC Signs 2024 Breakout Striker Khori Bennett

Jul 22, 2025 11:43AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced on July 17 that the club has signed forward Khori Bennett. He will be added to the team's roster, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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Zack Mate of Elk Grove wins the 2025 Sacramento County Men’s Amateur Championship

Zack Mate Wins Men’s Amateur Championship

Jul 22, 2025 11:34AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 2025 Sacramento County Men’s Amateur Championship was held on July 12 to July 13 at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course in Carmichael.

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Taylor Baker of Sacramento holds her championship trophy from the 2025 Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur Championship at the Alister MacKenzie Golf Course

Baker Claims Championship, Garcia Captures Title at Women’s Amateur

Jul 22, 2025 10:50AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

Taylor Baker of Sacramento emerged victorious at the 2025 Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur Championship, capturing the Championship Flight title at the Alister MacKenzie Golf Course at Haggin Oaks on July 13.

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Unsecured Property Taxes Due Sept. 2

Jul 22, 2025 10:34AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Annual bills for Sacramento County unsecured personal property taxes for fiscal year 2025-2026 will be mailed on July 18 and are due no later than Sept. 2 to avoid penalties for delinquency.

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Robert Topper, the assistant special agent in charge for the San Francisco Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, speaks at

Law Enforcement Partnership Yields 24 Narcotics Arrests

Jul 22, 2025 10:22AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento Police Department, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced the results of a recent operation focused on maintaining safety and quality of life in the central city.

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Hear that Train Whistle Blow

Jul 22, 2025 10:04AM ● By California State Railroad Museum Foundation News Release

Historic Steam Locomotive Set to Ride the Rails Again

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Austin Manning has been selected to serve as the new president and CEO of Mercy San Juan Medical Center

Mercy San Juan Medical Center Welcomes New President, CEO

Jul 22, 2025 09:50AM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health announced on July 17 that Austin Manning has been selected to serve as the new president and CEO of Mercy San Juan Medical Center, effective July 14.

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Swing jazz quartet based out of Los Angeles, San Lyon, performs at the Hot Jazz Jubilee

Hot Jazz Jubilee 2025 Releases Festival Line Up

Jul 22, 2025 09:30AM ● By Hot Jazz Jubilee News Release

The Hot Jazz Jubilee will once again feature four days of music and entertainment over Labor Day weekend from Aug. 29 to Sept. 1.

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Rep. Ami Bera Secures $2.5 Million for Carmichael Water Project

Jul 22, 2025 09:16AM ● By Representative Ami Bera’s Office News Release

Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) announced on July 16 that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a $2.5-million federal grant to the Carmichael Water District to support the construction of the Ladera Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) Well Project.

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Students are enhancing their English through math, art, English Language Development and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math learning opportunities

Newcomer Students Grow Their English Language Skills

Jul 22, 2025 09:12AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

For many English learners, moving to another country and navigating a different education system in a new language is a challenging experience.

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Two years shy of a century, veteran trumpet player Bill Parker practices in his Arden Arcade Garden with son

Have Horn, Will Play

Jul 22, 2025 08:59AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

At 98 years old, Bill Parker is still blowing strong. When temperatures neared 100 degrees in June, Parker was among the scores of volunteer musicians who took to the stage during the Community Band Festival in Carmichael.

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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Todd Morgan (left) will be backed by his Emblems during the final three nights of California State Fair.

Our Fair Todd at Expo

Jul 16, 2025 06:56PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael musician Todd Morgan has bagged three prestigious dates for the California State Fair. The rockabilly heartthrob is among entertainers booked for the final weekend of the expo.

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Where All the Stars Talk

Jul 14, 2025 05:24PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mary Jane Popp Brings Back the Stars

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Members of Sacramento County's Wellness Without Walls (W3) program celebrate a new collaboration with Behavioral Health's Homeless Engagement and Response Team

Mobile Health Rolls Out New Services

Jul 14, 2025 03:47PM ● By Sacramento County Department of Health Services News Release

Sacramento County’s mobile clinic is doing more than just rolling into neighborhoods; it’s rolling out a whole new level of care.

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California State Senate Welcomes Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts Experience Civic Engagement at State Capitol

Jul 14, 2025 03:22PM ● By Girl Scouts Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) was proud to welcome Girl Scouts from across the state for a two-day educational experience centered on civic engagement and advocacy.

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The Sacramento County Youth Detention Facility earns national recognition for its health services

Youth Detention Earns Health Care Accreditation

Jul 14, 2025 03:09PM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

The Sacramento County Youth Detention Facility has once again earned national recognition for its health services, receiving full reaccreditation from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC).

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U.S. Preschoolers Exposed to Broad Range of Potentially Harmful Chemicals

Jul 14, 2025 03:04PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Findings concern researchers because early childhood is a critical period for brain and body development

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Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat

Jul 14, 2025 03:01PM ● By California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services News Release

With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat.

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Sapphires in the Mail, Arriving by the Day

Jul 14, 2025 01:46PM ● By Kimberly A. Edwards, photos by Kimberly A. Edwards

California Writers Club, Sacramento will celebrate 100 years of excellence in writing on Oct. 18 at North Ridge Country Club.

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Goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer of the Sacramento Republic FC sign multi-year contracts with the club

Republic FC Inks Danny Vitiello and Jared Timmer to Multi-Year Contracts

Jul 14, 2025 01:33PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced that the club has reached agreements with goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer, signing both players to new multi-year contracts, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

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Sacramento State Athletics women's soccer coaches

Women’s Soccer Adds Six Commitments to 2025 Class

Jul 14, 2025 01:28PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Reigning Big Sky Conference Tournament champion, California State University, Sacramento women’s soccer team added six more new faces to its roster for the upcoming fall campaign, gaining four transfers and a pair of standout freshman to the fold, head coach Randy Dedini recently announced.

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A’s Players Receive Recognition

Jul 14, 2025 01:23PM ● By Athletics News Releases

Athletics’ first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the American League Rookie of the Month for June.

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Max Arfsten claimed Man of the Match honors after a goal and an assist against Costa Rica

Former Aggie Lifts USMNT to Gold Cup Semifinals

Jul 14, 2025 01:18PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Former UC Davis soccer standout Max Arfsten delivered a career-defining performance for the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) on June 29, powering a 2-2 (4-3 PKs) quarterfinal victory over Costa Rica in the Concacaf Gold Cup and earning Man of the Match honors.

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