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Jimboy’s Tacos Announces Passing of Karen Knudson-Freeman, President

May 19, 2026 12:15PM ● By Jimboy’s Tacos News Release

Jimboy’s Tacos, a family-owned and managed business 70-plus years strong, is saddened to announce the passing of Karen Knudson-Freeman, daughter of founder Jim “Jimboy” Knudson and mother to current CEO Erik Freeman.

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Sacramento Honors its Agriculture at Ag Day

Apr 27, 2026 04:52PM ● By Khushi Salgia

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) held its Ag Day convention in front of the Capitol building on April 21 following National Ag Day on March 24.

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Sacramento County Clerk of the Board Appointed

Nov 18, 2025 08:45AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, at its Nov. 4 meeting, unanimously concurred with the County Executive’s appointment of Todd Stermer as the county’s new Clerk of the Board, effective Dec. 1.

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Recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Oct 21, 2025 10:33AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Department of Child, Family and Adult Services is recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Oct 21, 2025 09:45AM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova and Gold River News Release

Domestic violence takes place in our nation every minute of every day, occurring just about every 15 seconds. Most Americans do not realize just how real domestic violence is and how many lives are affected by it.

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Code Enforcement Increases Penalties

Oct 07, 2025 03:43PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Strengthening Community Safety

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Voting Begins for Statewide Special Election

Oct 07, 2025 01:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Early Voting Encouraged for Nov. 4 Special Election

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SCOE Welcomes New Assistant Superintendent of Education Services

Sep 30, 2025 12:30PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) News Release

Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools David W. Gordon has announced a leadership change at the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE). Navdeep Purewal, Ed.D., has been appointed Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services.

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Grants Available to Protect Waterways

Sep 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering grants of up to $2,500 to support school and community projects that help protect or improve creeks and rivers in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County.

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County Warns EBT Cardholders about Fake Mobile App

Sep 30, 2025 12:08PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has alerted counties to a fake mobile application that is targeting Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cardholders.

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Apply Now for CalKIDS Scholarships

Sep 30, 2025 11:41AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

Now that the new school year is in full swing, it’s the perfect time for students and families to jumpstart their year with CalKIDS, California’s landmark scholarship program for college and career training.

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State Water Board to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Updates to the Bay-Delta Plan

Sep 12, 2025 10:05AM ● By California Water Boards News Release

As part of the process required to update and implement the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Water Quality Control Plan (Bay-Delta Plan), the State Water Resources Control Board will begin a two-day public hearing on Sept. 25 and 26.

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Immigration Enforcement Operations in Sacramento County

Jul 18, 2025 08:52AM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Deputies responded to an incomplete 911 call and found the Florin Home Depot parking lot clear.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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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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Pony Express Re-Ride from Sacramento to St. Joseph

Apr 17, 2025 04:58PM ● By National Pony Express Association News Release

Pony Express Re-Ride Sacramento

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CalRecycle Announces Crackdown on Foam Foodware

Apr 08, 2025 11:52AM ● By CALPIRG News Release

CalRecycle released an update April 4 announcing that it will enforce California’s statewide ban on polystyrene foam foodware.

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Parks Hippity-Hop for Easter

Apr 08, 2025 11:48AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Two park districts serving Carmichael have frolics planned for Easter Saturday, April 19.

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Swinging Fundraiser for Chamber

Apr 08, 2025 11:37AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A brisk nine holes in iffy weather did not chill enthusiasm at the Carmichael Chamber of Commerce’s charity golf tournament last week.

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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint

Mar 18, 2025 03:28PM ● By Citrus Heights Police Department News Release

The Citrus Heights Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/driver’s license checkpoint on Thursday, March 20 at an undisclosed location within the City of Citrus Heights between the hours of 8 p.m. and 2 p.m.

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Annual Aquatic Invasive Plants’ Control Efforts Begin

Mar 18, 2025 10:12AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) began its 2025 control efforts for invasive aquatic plants in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta and its southern tributaries (Delta) this month.

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Early Birds Get Breakfast

Mar 18, 2025 09:51AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

In a sold-out event, almost 100 nature-lovers took to rain-puddled trails at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center last weekend.

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Press Conference will Highlight Priorities for Agriculture

Mar 17, 2025 05:11PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

The California Agricultural Coalition, including the California Farm Bureau, California Cotton Ginners & Growers Association, California Association of Winegrape Growers and Western Tree Nut Association, will host a press conference to discuss the group’s key agricultural priorities for the upcoming legislative year.

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Become a First Responder, Teacher and Leader through Service

Mar 17, 2025 04:47PM ● By California Volunteers, Office of the Governor News Release

On March 12, Governor Gavin Newsom and Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday announced California is seeking 10,000 people to join the California Service Corps.

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Experience the Best of Broadway!

Mar 14, 2025 03:15PM ● By Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra News Release

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Presents ‘A Lerner & Loewe Celebration’

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Walgreens on Fair Oaks Boulevard to Close

Mar 13, 2025 01:23PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Walgreens located between Marconi Avenue and Fair Oaks Blouevard in Carmichael is set to close its doors in April, according to a sign posted outside of the store.

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Planned Water Deliveries Increases Following Recent Storms

Mar 11, 2025 10:59AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Feb. 25, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced that recent storms have allowed for another increase to the State Water Project (SWP) allocation forecast for 2025.

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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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Hornet Football Inks 10 Players on National Signing Day

Dec 10, 2024 09:46AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

The Sacramento State football team added the first pieces towards the future with the addition of 10 student-athletes on National Signing Day, it was announced on Dec. 4. The group is made up of eight defensive players and three offensive players.

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Sac Republic FC Re-Signs Rodrigo Lopez for 2025

Dec 10, 2024 09:42AM ● By Sacramento Republic Football Club News Release

On Dec. 3, Republic FC announced the club has re-signed Rodrigo Lopez for the 2025 season. The veteran midfielder will be added to the club’s roster, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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