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Disney’s 'Newsies' Brings its Headlines to Sutter Street Theatre

Jul 14, 2026 03:49PM ● By Sutter Street Theatre News Release

Disney musical 'Newsies' is performing at the Sutter Street Theatre this summer.

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90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial Crowns Champions at Haggin Oaks

Jul 14, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial concluded recently at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, with junior golfers ages 7–18 competing across two days, July 8-9.

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SMUD Sponsors Giving Friday at the State Fair

Jul 13, 2026 01:18PM ● By SMUD News Release

As part of its ongoing community giving efforts, SMUD is sponsoring Giving Friday at the State Fair, an effort to collect needed items for the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services.

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Women and Children Once Homeless Gather to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Jul 13, 2026 11:20AM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Amidst the smell of barbecue and the squeals of children laughing, dozens of Sacramento women who have risen from homelessness gathered with their children and reunited with classmates at William Land Park on June 27 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sacramento nonprofit Women’s Empowerment.

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Sacramento County Welcomes Peak Energy to Metro Air Park

Jul 13, 2026 11:11AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County today welcomed Peak Energy to Metro Air Park as the company celebrated the opening of its first commercial manufacturing facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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John Doe Identification
Coroner Needs Your Help with John Doe Identification

Jul 13, 2026 10:58AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an unidentified adult male (Coroner Case 26-00572).

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FORPD Says Goodbye to Aho and O’Farrell

Jul 06, 2026 04:48PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Seeks New Director, Approves Preliminary Budget

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Salsa, Music, Celebrities and Community Fun to Return Aug. 15

Jul 06, 2026 04:07PM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

One of Orangevale’s favorite summer traditions is back, bigger than ever and still supporting a great local cause.

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Keep Your Pets Safe This Fourth of July

Jun 29, 2026 02:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

For many people, the Fourth of July is a time to celebrate with family, friends and fireworks. For pets, it's often one of the scariest nights of the year.

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AED
Making Every Beat Count

Jun 22, 2026 02:06PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Metro Fire strengthens the chain of survival with HeartSafe Community initiative

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The Tabernacle Choir
Tabernacle Choir's Hollywood Bowl Centennial Concert Comes to Local Watch Parties

Jun 22, 2026 01:30PM ● By Patsy McGavock

‘A Century of Song. Heard Together.’

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Sacramento County Expands Residential Fee Deferral Program to Support Housing Development

Jun 22, 2026 01:23PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

At its June 16 meeting, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution expanding the County's Residential Development Impact Fee Deferral Program to all residential projects, including eligible mixed-use developments that incorporate housing.

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80th Anniversary Planning Committee
Rotary Club of Fair Oaks Turns 80

Jun 22, 2026 01:15PM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

The Rotary Club of Fair Oaks recently celebrated its 80th anniversary, highlighting its history and significant contributions to the community and beyond.

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Golden Mussel
Sacramento County Proclaims Local Emergency in Response to Invasive Golden Mussel Threat

Jun 22, 2026 12:37PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, June 16, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors proclaimed a local emergency in response to the growing threat posed by the invasive Golden Mussel.

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The Marinelli Bros Circus Brings a New Experience to Sacramento

Jun 15, 2026 02:27PM ● By The Marinelli Brothers Circus News Release

Get ready Sacramento, the circus is in town!

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Young visitors got up close with aircraft
Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Jun 15, 2026 11:58AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport

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Salamanders
Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection

Jun 15, 2026 11:12AM ● By Center for Biological Diversity News Release

The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026.

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driving
The Best Game Plan? Getting Everyone Home Safely

Jun 15, 2026 09:59AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

AAA, MADD and Waymo remind soccer fans to plan safe rides home during the World Cup tournament

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pets
Summer Is Here: Keep Your Pets Safe as Temperatures Rise

Jun 15, 2026 09:44AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer has officially arrived in Sacramento County, and while many of us are looking forward to longer days, backyard barbecues, pool time and outdoor adventures, the season also brings serious risks for pets.

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theater
‘High School Musical’ Summer Workshop Open to Teens

Jun 08, 2026 12:52PM ● By Valkyrie Theatre Company News Release

Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center and Valkyrie Theatre Company will present a summer musical theatre workshop for middle and high school students featuring “Disney’s High School Musical On Stage!” licensed through Music Theatre International.

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13th Annual Spirit of San Juan Awards Recognizes Incredible Students and Staff

Jun 08, 2026 12:36PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

It was a night of celebration and honor at El Camino Fundamental High School’s Center for the Arts on May 14 for the 13th annual Spirit of San Juan Awards.

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FORPD Board Approves Potential Capital Improvement Projects

Jun 08, 2026 12:10PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the May 20 meeting, the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors considered the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan, presented by Parks and Facilities Manager Sean Ventura.

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Helping Hands OV volunteers
Helping Hands OV Seeks Volunteers

Jun 08, 2026 12:03PM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

Requests for small job services surge

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Memorial Day Flag Ceremony
Ceremony Honors Veterans

Jun 08, 2026 11:50AM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

Hundreds gathered for the 28th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Fair Oaks Cemetery District on May 23. The moving tribute honored fallen soldiers and local veterans. This year’s theme celebrated the USO’s 85th anniversary.

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eco friendly
Nominations Open for 2026 Sustainable Business Awards

Jun 08, 2026 11:36AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Businesses, nonprofits and community members are encouraged to submit nominations now through June 26 for the 2026 Sustainable Business Awards.

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Ty Smith Named New City Historian

Jun 08, 2026 11:15AM ● By Center for Sacramento History News Release

Veteran museum leader to advance a broader vision for history, civic identity and heritage tourism in California’s Capital City

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Downtown Sacramento Mural Celebrates Women in Transportation

Jun 08, 2026 11:10AM ● By SacRT and WTS Sacramento News Release

Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) and Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento recently unveiled a new mural and transit wrapped train in downtown Sacramento, celebrating the diversity of women in the transportation industry.

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Sacramento County’s New 311 Connect Mobile App is Here

Jun 02, 2026 10:08AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is launching a newly updated 311 Connect Mobile Application now featuring a modern design, improved usability and enhanced security to deliver a smoother, more intuitive experience for our community.

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climate emergency mobilization
County Seeks Climate Emergency Task Force Members

Jun 01, 2026 12:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The County of Sacramento is seeking community members to serve on its Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force, a volunteer advisory body helping shape the County’s response to climate change through collaboration, public engagement and policy recommendations.

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flag colelction drive
SAFE Employees Run Third Annual Flag Collection Drive Through June

Jun 01, 2026 12:34PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Coinciding with Memorial Day weekend and Flag Day in June, SAFE Credit Union employees are holding their third annual U.S. Flag collection drive through Tuesday, June 30.

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food insecurity
Ten Nonprofits Selected for Inaugural Capacity-Building Initiative

Jun 01, 2026 12:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County and the Sacramento Region Community Foundation are announcing the ten nonprofit organizations selected to participate in the inaugural cohort of the Sacramento Countywide Nonprofit Partnership Initiative (SCNPI), a 20-month capacity-building program designed to strengthen the sustainability of mid-sized nonprofits serving Sacramento County residents.

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Individual Volunteer of the Year
Service Above Self

May 27, 2026 10:02AM ● By Ornella Rossi

DOVIA Awards Celebrate Local Volunteers

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‘My Sister’s House’ Hosts AAPI Fashion Show

May 27, 2026 10:01AM ● By Khushi Salgia, photos by Khushi Salgia

Raises Awareness for Domestic Abuse Survivors

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All You Need is Pets

May 27, 2026 09:23AM ● By Chris Ching, photos by Chris Ching

The Spirit of Fallen Hero Shines on at Animal Care Faire

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Girl Scouts Earn Highest Honors

May 26, 2026 07:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Before they earned medals, scholarships and standing ovations, many of the Girl Scouts recognized Saturday, May 16, at the Girl Scouts Heart of Central California Highest Awards Ceremony started their award-winning community projects with a simple question: How can I help?

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