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The Assistance League of Sacramento is an entirely volunteer run non profit

Assistance League Gives Back to the Community

Oct 27, 2026 12:49PM ● By Khushi Salgia

How this Unique Nonprofit Strives to Make Sacramento a Better Place

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Sierra Donor Services Honors Survivors and Healing

Oct 27, 2026 09:57AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

October is Breast Cancer Awareness and Liver Awareness Month

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Circular Action Alliance Submits Revised California Recycling Plan

Oct 26, 2026 10:34AM ● By Circular Action Alliance News Release

Updated plan incorporates public input and outlines investments to expand recycling under SB 54

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Parlour Vintage Clothing Opens

Oct 20, 2026 05:52PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Owner Shawna James welcomes you into her Fair Oaks boutique to explore an eclectic collection of distinctive, hand-curated vintage clothing she can’t wait to share.

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Aaron Robertson Joins Park District

Oct 20, 2026 05:38PM ● By Judy Andrews

The Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) has appointed Aaron Robertson as its new District Administrator.

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APA Sacramento Valley Section Honors Urban Planners

Oct 20, 2026 03:02PM ● By Khushi Salgia

Awards event celebrates regional innovation across Sacramento Valley

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2026 California Farm to School Summit took place at Soil Born Farms

What’s Cooking in California Schools?

Oct 20, 2026 09:30AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Farm to School Summit brings state leaders, local students and fresh ideas

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Are You Winter Weather Ready?

Oct 19, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As we enjoy the cooler weather that comes with fall, it’s a great time to start preparing for what the next season will bring.

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Society for the Blind Announces Blindness Awareness Month in October

Oct 19, 2026 11:44AM ● By Nonprofit Society for the Blind News Release

Nonprofit Society for the Blind in Sacramento is encouraging local residents to honor Blindness Awareness Month throughout October by connecting people with vision loss to services so they can gain the skills they need to stay independent and thrive.

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Sacramento Youth May Qualify for Foster Youth Income Program

Oct 13, 2026 01:27PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Former and current foster youth living in Sacramento County may be eligible to receive $900 per month for up to two years through the new Foster Youth Guaranteed Income Program announced today by the City of Sacramento and United Way California Capital Region.

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Fathers and Daughters Enjoy Fishing and Family Fun

Oct 12, 2026 04:06PM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

American River Parkway Foundation strives to make the American River Parkway more accessible to all in Sacramento County and beyond

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Sacramento Celebrates Completion of American River Bridge Project

Oct 12, 2026 11:59AM ● By California Department of Transportation News Release

Dignitaries, Law Enforcement and Cycling Advocates Celebrate Accomplishment

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Federal Grant Furthers Critical Homeless Services

Oct 12, 2026 11:30AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The road from being housed to unhoused to being housed again is not circular or linear. It is fraught with turns, breakages and twists that no one can predict or always avoid.

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Helping Hands OV Brings Community Spirit to October

Oct 05, 2026 07:13PM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

Helping Hands OV is keeping the Orangevale-Fair Oaks community connected this October with opportunities to give back, have some fun and support local neighbors.

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Administrator Report Outlines Operational Improvements for FORPD

Oct 05, 2026 07:10PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Sept. 19 meeting of the Fair Oak Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors, District Administrator Aaron Robertson announced the 50-year anniversary of the National Landmark Designation for two areas of Fair Oaks: The American River Bluffs and Phoenix Park Vernal Pools.

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Support the Community Food Drive

Oct 05, 2026 06:59PM ● By Judy Andrews

Join the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank for the 7th Annual Community Food Drive on Saturday, Oct. 17.

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FAA Awards Contract for New Air Traffic Control Tower at SMF

Oct 05, 2026 11:07AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded a design-build contract to Walsh Federal LLC for a new air traffic control tower at Sacramento International Airport (SMF).

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The event will feature miles of aircraft

California Capital Airshow Returns with Night Show and World-Renowned Performer Lineup

Oct 05, 2026 10:40AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 20th annual California Capital Airshow (CCA), presented in partnership by Sacramento County and the City of Rancho Cordova, returns Oct. 10-11 from noon to 8 p.m. daily at Mather Airport in Sacramento.

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Competing against 26 teams in Division 3, the SacSewer Warriors earned first place

SacSewer Warriors Take Second Place in Division 3

Oct 05, 2026 10:31AM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

Team earns first place in Maintenance and third in Safety, highlighting the people and expertise behind SacSewer’s essential services

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California Writers Week in the Capitol Region

Sep 29, 2026 10:16AM ● By California Writers Week News Release

California Writers Week, an annual recognition of the talents and contributions of writers in our state, takes place the third week of October.

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Almost a thousand volunteers removed 11,470 pounds of trash

More Than 11,470 Pounds of Trash Removed by Volunteers During River Clean-Up

Sep 29, 2026 09:42AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation’s largest clean-up of the year spanned 13 sites along the American River Parkway

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United Way Invites Women to ‘Innovate and Ignite’ Foster Youth Event

Sep 29, 2026 09:36AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Four prominent local women leaders will join guests for fireside chat

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Park Rangers Recognized for Service and Lifesaving Work

Sep 29, 2026 09:28AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers do much more than patrol local parks.

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New Lions Club Seeks Founding Members

Sep 29, 2026 09:17AM ● By Gene Kypke, Sacramento Area Lions Club

The Magic Yarn Project creates character-inspired wigs for children

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Cleanliness is Next to Godliness

Sep 28, 2026 05:53PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Volunteers Wash 16 Aircrafts, Help to Preserve Aeronautic History

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Hello, Dolly – Let’s Do It!

Sep 28, 2026 11:38AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 1200 teenage girls last week flocked to the Aerospace Museum of California’s annual 'We Can Do It Together' open days.

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Wildfire Safety and Preparedness Program Grantees Announced

Sep 28, 2026 10:36AM ● By Ryley Metten

CPF, CFF and PG&E announce $1 million in charitable grants to 75 departments to strengthen wildfire preparedness, response and community

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Ed Winkler Appointed to SSWD Board of Directors

Sep 28, 2026 10:28AM ● By Sacramento Suburban Water District News Release

On Monday, Sept. 21, the Sacramento Suburban Water District (SSWD) Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ed Winkler to the SSWD Board by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors.

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Expanding Recovery Housing for Women

Sep 28, 2026 10:19AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is celebrating the opening of Koala House 2, a new sober living and transitional residence designed to provide women with a safe, supportive environment as they continue their recovery journeys.

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Celebrating Early Literacy, Family Support and Dolly Parton’s Legacy

Sep 28, 2026 10:09AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Just one year after launching in August 2025, the Sacramento County Imagination Library has reached a remarkable milestone: Nearly 10,000 children from birth to age five are now enrolled and receiving free, high-quality books each month.

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Sierra Donor Services Honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Sep 22, 2026 12:37PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Maggie Núñez: An Angel Living on Through Others

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Planning for Tomorrow’s Water Today

Sep 21, 2026 05:12PM ● By Dan York, General Manager, Sacramento Suburban Water District

Each summer, California’s water supply makes headlines. This year, El Niño is strengthening and federal forecasters say it could become very strong, raising questions about what the coming winter could bring.

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Pet Junction Brings Decades of Pet Industry Experience

Sep 21, 2026 02:54PM ● By Ornella Rossi

After nearly three decades working throughout California’s pet industry, Jim Dempsey is returning to where it all started, a neighborhood pet store.

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Orangevale Dairy Queen Named Small Business of the Month

Sep 21, 2026 02:51PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On Sept. 15 Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced that Orangevale Dairy Queen has been named the September 2026 Small Business of the Month for the 7th Assembly District.

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