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Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center celebrated the opening of its new Graduate Medical Education (GME) Resident Suite and Lounge
Dignity Health Celebrates Opening of Resident Suite and Lounge

Nov 04, 2025 04:37PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

On Wednesday, Oct. 29, Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center celebrated the opening of its new Graduate Medical Education (GME) Resident Suite and Lounge, a dedicated space supporting the hospital’s new internal medicine residency program.

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NorCal Residents Advised to Prepare for Gusty Winds

Nov 04, 2025 12:51PM ● By Seth Henderson

National Weather Service Releases Wind Advisory for NorCal

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Del Campo Students Lead Effort to Improve Safety

Nov 03, 2025 04:11PM ● By Cheyenne Treft, Crash Analysis Research Studio Vice President

Students at Del Campo High School are taking an active role in addressing traffic safety concerns on Dewey Drive, a busy corridor shared with Will Rogers Middle School.

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Jesica Reyna, a school playground recreation aide at Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary School
From Volunteer to Employee

Nov 03, 2025 04:01PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

Jesica Reyna’s Involvement Inspired Growth At San Juan Unified

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More than 100 members and their guests attended the Fair Oaks Historical Society’s 50th Anniversary Banquet
Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years

Nov 03, 2025 03:36PM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

October was an exciting month in Fair Oaks.

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Thien Ho, Sacramento County’s current district attorney
If Walls Could Talk

Nov 03, 2025 01:57PM ● By Seth Henderson

‘The People vs. The Golden State Killer’ Reveals Lead Prosecutor’s Official Account of 40-Year Cold Case

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Sacramento Youth Symphony
Students Bridge Generations through Music

Nov 03, 2025 01:44PM ● By MPG Staff

Gold River resident Michael Cicelski, a University of California, Los Angeles senior, combines his passion for music and human connection through Backbeat Bruins, a student-led organization bringing live performances to hospitals, senior centers and communities in need across California.

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Fourth Annual Rock the Block

Oct 28, 2025 04:03PM ● By Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento News Release

Habitat for Humanity Brings 400 Volunteers and Transformative Change to West Sacramento

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Mercy San Juan Medical Center ribbon cutting
Mercy San Juan Medical Center Upgrades Stroke Center

Oct 28, 2025 03:44PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is celebrating the grand opening of its newly renovated Neuro-Interventional Suite, a space designed to deliver faster, safer and more advanced stroke care.

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San Juan Unified’s Black Student Unions Build ‘Community of Belonging’

Oct 28, 2025 03:31PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

A rainy morning did not stop buses filled with enthusiastic students from attending San Juan Unified School District’s Black Student Union (BSU) Community of Belonging Kick Off and Leadership Summit on Oct. 15.

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Donate to Keep Adaptive Riding Program Open

Oct 28, 2025 03:25PM ● By Therapeutic Riding and Off-Track Rehabilitation News Release

Therapeutic Riding and Off-Track Rehabilitation, one of Northern California’s leading adaptive riding programs for people with developmental disabilities, has launched an emergency fundraising campaign to sustain its operations.

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Annual Stand Down Event Serves Veterans

Oct 28, 2025 02:25PM ● By Janna Haynes, Sacramento County Public Information Office

At Mather Community Campus, a line of expectant veterans wraps around the building. Men and women donning hats, vests and jackets filled with patches identifying their service history: which branch and which war they survived.

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Drop-Off Locations Opening Soon for Operation Christmas Child

Oct 28, 2025 02:01PM ● By Samaritan’s Purse News Release

Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week from Nov. 17 to Nov. 24.

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ARC Celebrates 70 Years with Homecoming

Oct 27, 2025 01:46PM ● By MPG Staff

American River College will mark 70 years of learning, leadership and community this fall with Homecoming Week 2025, a weeklong celebration taking place Oct. 25 through Nov. 1.

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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pilot’s licenses through the competitive Air Force Junior ROTC Flight Academy
‘Just Surreal’

Oct 21, 2025 03:07PM ● By San Juan Unified School District staff

Casa Roble Students Earn Pilot’s Licenses Through Hard Work

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Factory-trained installers “dry fit” a new construction sliding window on a stucco home
Windows for Warriors Program Honors Veterans

Oct 21, 2025 03:03PM ● By California Energy Consultant Service News Release

California Energy Consultant Service wants to give back to those who have served the country.

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The Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District Board of Directors issued a proclamation honoring the cultural contributions of the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival
FORPD Board Honors Fair Oaks Theatre Festival

Oct 21, 2025 02:58PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors at its October meeting issued a proclamation honoring the cultural contributions of the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival, which recently decided to shut down after more than 40 years in operation.

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Thousands Attend Village Park’s Grand Opening

Oct 21, 2025 02:54PM ● By Judy Andrews

The anticipation is finally over and the excitement is just beginning at the new Fair Oaks Village Park and Performing Arts Center.

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Honorary mayor celebration
New Honorary Mayor Raises $45,471

Oct 21, 2025 02:02PM ● By Judy Andrews

In a historic achievement, 21-year-old college student Noah Wright has been named the 47th honorary mayor of Fair Oaks.

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Former Beaver Joseph ‘Pey’ Brito Dies

Oct 21, 2025 12:04PM ● By American River College Athletics News Release

Joseph "Pey" Brito, a former Beaver infielder from Delta High School, died two weeks ago. Pey redshirted at American River College in 2000 and then played second base for the Beavers baseball team in 2001 and 2002.

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Women's Golf Ties for Eighth at Golf Iconic Classic

Oct 21, 2025 11:58AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sophia Lee's even-par round of 72 led the California State University, Sacramento women's golf team during the final round of the Golf Iconic Classic on Oct. 15 at the New Mexico State University Golf Course.

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Athletics Director Rocko DeLuca’s High Fives

Oct 21, 2025 11:45AM ● By UC Davis Athletics

Caden Pinnick racks up weekly awards following a performance against No. 14 Northern Arizona that earned No. 6 UC Davis football a victory on homecoming.

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See Art, Make Art

Oct 21, 2025 11:26AM ● By Seth Henderson

Crocker Art Museum Hosts Specially Curated Homeschool Day

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New Home Sales Dip in September

Oct 21, 2025 11:26AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

As many prospective homebuyers waited to see what happened with mortgage interest rates, new home sales in the Sacramento region dipped in September but remained above the average number of sales for the month, according to the North State Building Industry Association.

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Women’s Empowerment Program Celebrates 100th Graduating Class

Oct 21, 2025 10:46AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Fourteen graduates recently took a determined walk up to the stage amid cheers, applause and, for many, tears.

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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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Pump Prices Rise Slightly after Southern California Refinery Fire

Oct 21, 2025 10:18AM ● By American Automobile Association News Release

As autumn sets in, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped to $3.11 from the $3.15 average two weeks ago, as of Oct. 9.

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SacRT Offers Free Rides Systemwide on Oct. 21 to Celebrate Customer Appreciation Month

Oct 17, 2025 04:24PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is saying a heartfelt “thank you” to its riders by offering free rides systemwide on Tuesday, Oct. 21, as part of its month-long Customer Appreciation Month celebration.

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A Message on Roads

Oct 14, 2025 04:15PM ● By Citrus Heights City Manager Ashley Feeney

When we invest in infrastructure, we invest in the future of Citrus Heights.

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Sunrise Park District's 75th Anniversary Jubilee

Oct 14, 2025 03:50PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A joyous crowd came together on Saturday, Oct. 4 in Rusch Community Park to celebrate and remember a very special gift donated in 1950 by Fred and Julia Rusch: their home and 15 acres of their ranch land.

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California Secretary of State Sets the Record Straight Regarding Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election Ballot Envelopes

Oct 14, 2025 02:50PM ● By California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber News Release

On Oct. 13 California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., clarified information about Nov. 4, Statewide Special Election ballot envelopes.

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Athletics Program Raises Record Numbers
Athletics Program Raises Record Numbers

Oct 14, 2025 01:59PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis Raises More Than $500,000 During Champion Aggies Challenge

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First City Junior Golf Tournament Played

Oct 14, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The first Sacramento City Junior Golf Tournament for boys and girls aged 7 to 11 was played at the nine-hole William Land Park golf course on Oct. 4 and Oct. 5.

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Kings and Phoong Law Partner

Oct 14, 2025 01:41PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

‘The Purple Promise’ Empowers Women Entrepreneurs and Mentors Future Leaders

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