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Capital Region Small Business Awards

Capital Region Small Business Awards Set for May 6 at Memorial Auditorium

Apr 13, 2026 10:36AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Economic Development, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development and the California State Treasurer’s Office invite the public to attend the Capital Region Small Business Awards.

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CDFW Opens Duck Stamp Art Contest

Apr 07, 2026 03:54PM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is inviting artists to submit original work for the 2026-27 California Duck Stamp Art Contest, with entries accepted from May 11 through June 19.

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Big Day of Service is May 16

Apr 06, 2026 01:37PM ● By Judy Andrews

The Big Day of Service is looking for volunteers to support 70 fantastic community projects on Saturday, May 16, in Orangevale, Fair Oaks and Citrus Heights.

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American River Parkway Foundation

American River Parkway Foundation Hosts Annual Spring Clean-Up

Apr 06, 2026 01:32PM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation’s (Parkway Foundation) Spring Clean-Up is taking place Saturday, April 18.

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Women’s Empowerment

Women’s Empowerment Receives $50,000 from Wells Fargo

Apr 06, 2026 01:27PM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Wells Fargo recently granted $50,000 to Women’s Empowerment for its housing and workforce development programs for Sacramento women experiencing homelessness.

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FORPD Board Announces Rachel Anne Gray Scholarship Awards

Apr 06, 2026 01:23PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the March meeting of the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors, Recreation Supervisor Mary Stoakley announced this year’s recipients of the Rachel Anne Gray Scholarship.

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Helping Hands OV Distributes 253 Easter Baskets to Local Children

Apr 06, 2026 01:18PM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

On March 28, Helping Hands OV brought the community together for a joyful day of connection, service and celebration at its Spring Community Carnival and Easter Baskets for Kids in Need program, held at the Orangevale Grange.

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Anupama Shojaei was named the Fair Oaks Chamber's Volunteer of the Year

Volunteer at Heart

Apr 06, 2026 01:09PM ● By Judy Andrews

In a community filled with generous people, being named the Fair Oaks Chamber’s Volunteer of the Year is a significant achievement. Earlier this year, at the Best of Fair Oaks Gala, Kimberley Pitillo, CEO and president of the Fair Oaks Chamber, announced Anupama Shojaei as the 2025 Volunteer of the Year.

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Sacramento County Strengthens Weather Preparedness

Apr 06, 2026 12:09PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is strengthening its commitment to keeping residents safe during severe weather events. The County’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) has officially renewed its StormReady designation through September 2030.

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Get Your Car Ready for a Summer Road Trip

Apr 06, 2026 11:19AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

National Car Care Month is a good reminder that good vehicle maintenance may prevent a costly repair

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CHP Urges Drivers to Follow Hands-Free Law as Distracted Driving Awareness Month Begins

Apr 06, 2026 11:04AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Distracted driving causes hundreds of crashes across California each year, and violations of the state’s hands-free cellphone law remain an ongoing concern.

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Boogie All Night with KC & The Sunshine Band

Mar 30, 2026 05:15PM ● By California State Fair News Release

It’s time to put on your “Boogie Shoes” and “Get Down Tonight” to “Shake Your Booty” with the original Sunshine Man himself, KC & The Sunshine Band at the California State Fair, Saturday, July 25, as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Main Stage.

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Press Conference Highlights Affordability Bills

Assembly Republicans Push Cost Relief as Families Get Squeezed

Mar 30, 2026 02:04PM ● By Assembly Republicans News Release

California families are paying more for gas, housing and everyday basics, and Assembly Republicans has announced a package of bills focused on lowering costs for working families across the state.

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Sacramento County Launches $80K Grants for Nonprofits

Mar 30, 2026 01:52PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County and the Sacramento Region Community Foundation are launching a new initiative to strengthen the long-term sustainability and impact of nonprofits serving residents experiencing homelessness and food insecurity – and are inviting eligible organizations to apply.

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Six in Ten Drivers Struggle with Headlight Glare

Mar 30, 2026 01:11PM ● By AAA Northern California News Release

New survey finds that glare is worsening and affecting drivers, raising concerns about safety

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Grant Program to Advance Forestry Science and Stewardship

Mar 30, 2026 12:54PM ● By California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection News Release

The California State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Effectiveness Monitoring Committee announced the opening of the committee’s annual EMC Grant Program, inviting research proposals to help shape the future of forestry and natural resource management across California.

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Sacramento Metro Chamber Celebrates 25-Year Chamber Industry Milestone for President and CEO Robert Heidt

Mar 26, 2026 03:07PM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce News Release

This month, Sacramento Metro Chamber President & CEO Robert Heidt marks an impressive milestone – 25 years of service in the chamber industry.

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SacRT Announces Blue Line Service Disruptions Throughout April for Platform Construction

Mar 26, 2026 12:05PM ● By SacRT News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is notifying riders and the community of scheduled Blue Line service disruptions throughout April 2026 as part of the ongoing Light Rail Modernization Project.

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waymo self driving cars

Waymo Begins Autonomous Vehicle Testing

Mar 23, 2026 03:11PM ● By Khushi Salgia

Self-Driving Rideshare Services Coming to Sacramento

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Shine Program Invests in Local Nonprofits

Mar 23, 2026 03:04PM ● By SMUD News Release

SMUD has awarded twenty-five local nonprofits with more than $524,000 in funding from its annual Shine program.

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Queens in Action

Mar 23, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Purple Pageant marks a decade of empowering young women on and off stage

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San Juan Unified 2026 Classified Employees of the Year

San Juan Unified Employees of the Year Recognized

Mar 23, 2026 12:45PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

San Juan Unified School District is honored to announce the 2026 Classified Employees of the Year. These outstanding staff members were nominated by our San Juan Unified community for their incredible contributions in supporting the success of our students.

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Orangevale History Project

Orangevale History Project Holds Stone Corral Park Tour

Mar 23, 2026 12:42PM ● By The Orangevale History Project News Release

Orangevale History Project invites members of the community to participate in the annual tour of the Stone Corral Park managed by the Sacramento County Regional Parks at 9 a.m. to noon April 18. In case of rain, the event will be held on April 22.

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Slocum House restaurant

Renovations Continue on Historic Slocum House

Mar 23, 2026 12:30PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The much-beloved Slocum House restaurant at 7992 California Ave. in Fair Oaks Village is under active renovation by owner Gary Juels, who admits completion isn’t a process which can be rushed.

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Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center

'Dancing at Lughnasa' Opens

Mar 23, 2026 12:25PM ● By Abbey Wicks

The Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center will open its spring production, “Dancing at Lughnasa,” March 27 at the Black Box Theatre. The play, written by Brian Friel and directed by Jenny Connors, invites audiences to travel back in time to 1936 rural Ireland, following the five Mundy sisters as they navigate love, loss, faith and freedom during a season of change.

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Animal Care Faire

The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire Returns this Spring

Mar 23, 2026 12:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Mark your calendar: The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns on Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bradshaw Animal Shelter, and this year, we’re making it bigger, more vibrant and more fun than ever.

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Jennifer Claiborne has been appointed as the County’s new Director of Waste Management and Recycling

County Director of Waste Management and Recycling Appointed

Mar 23, 2026 12:08PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, at its Tuesday, March 10 meeting, unanimously concurred with the County Executive’s appointment of Jennifer Claiborne as the County’s new Director of Waste Management and Recycling, effective March 23, 2026.

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Family Fun & Playfest Free Fair

Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

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California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

Mar 23, 2026 11:47AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) News Release

Main Street entrepreneurs thanked for helping keep the 20% Small Business Deduction alive

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César Chávez Day to be Renamed Farmworker Day under Proposal by Central Valley Assemblywoman

Mar 23, 2026 11:38AM ● By Assemblywoman Alexandra M. Macedo News Release

In light of the horrific news reports of César Chávez’s sexual assaults of minors and women, Assemblywoman Alexandra M. Macedo (R-Tulare) introduced legislation to rename the March 31 California State holiday to Farmworker Day.

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Celebrating the First CARE Court Graduation in Sacramento County

Celebrating the First CARE Court Graduation in Sacramento County

Mar 23, 2026 11:30AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

“I conclude you have completed the CARE plan and have officially graduated from the program,” said Honorable Jennifer K. Rockwell, the Collaborative Courts Supervising Judge.

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California Farm Bureau

State Treasurer Honored with Champion of Agriculture Award

Mar 23, 2026 11:23AM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

In recognition of her long record of advocacy for California farmers, ranchers and rural communities, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma has been honored with the Champion of Agriculture Award.

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Koi Club Hosts Self-Guided Pond Tour

Mar 16, 2026 02:03PM ● By Camellia Koi Club News Release

Discover a hidden world of beauty and tranquility right here in the Sacramento area. The Camellia Koi Club is holding a one-of-a-kind, self-guided pond tour featuring stunning private ponds and koi collections across the region from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25.

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Annual Outstanding Women Leaders (OWL) Awards Gala

Local Women Business Owners Honored at NAWBO Gala

Mar 16, 2026 01:16PM ● By NAWBO Sacramento Valley Chapter News Release

Celebrating Three Decades of Women’s Leadership Excellence in Sacramento Valley

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Methodist Hospital Achieves Patient Safety Excellence Award

Mar 16, 2026 01:09PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento announced that it has achieved the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades, the No. 1 site Americans use to find a doctor or hospital.

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