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McWilliams Shown Love by Community

Oct 08, 2025 12:35PM ● By Carol Feineman

It was a love fest Sept. 30 as scores of Fair Oaks residents and friends honored Janet and Warren McWilliams' almost 70 years of community leadership during a Lifetime of Service Celebration at the Fair Oaks Community Clubhouse.

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Feedback Wanted Amidst Behavioral Health Services Act Transition

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As the cooler temperatures set in and we transition from summer to fall, new transitions are happening within the Sacramento County Department of Health Services.

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New EBT Cards Being Mailed

Oct 07, 2025 03:14PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has announced that magnetic stripe EBT cards are set to expire by Oct. 25.

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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FORPD Board Approves Budget

Sep 23, 2025 11:25AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the August Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) board meeting, a resident asked during public comment about the removal of a memorial fountain honoring Dick and Jean Hill for their work with the Fair Oaks Theatre Festival.

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Community Food Drive Aims for Record Year

Sep 23, 2025 11:19AM ● By Patsy McGavock

The Fall Community Food Drive is a movement with momentum and momentum comes from the group, not the individual alone.

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Applause for Literary Award Winners

Sep 23, 2025 11:07AM ● By Kimberly A. Edwards

Seven awardees will be recognized at the “100 Years of Writing Excellence in Sacramento” Gala on Oct. 18, when the California Writers Club Sacramento hits its century mark and celebrates at North Ridge Country Club in Fair Oaks.

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Teens Wanted: Lend a Hand!

Sep 23, 2025 10:34AM ● By Helping Hands OV News Release

Got a rake? A lawn mower? A big heart? The nonprofit Helping Hands OV - Orangevale Fair Oaks encourages teens ages 13 to 17 to join its Green Teen Project, an enjoyable way to help neighbors in need while earning community service hours and prizes.

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Chicken Festival Draws Thousands

Sep 23, 2025 10:15AM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

Thanks to the Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District, along with its sponsors and volunteers, the Chicken Festival has been going strong in the community for 20 years.

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SMUD Offers Heat Pump Rebates

Sep 23, 2025 09:39AM ● By SMUD News Release

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) and its customers have achieved a major clean-energy milestone for the Sacramento region.

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Village Park Grand Opening

Sep 23, 2025 09:12AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District (FORPD) is hosting a grand opening of the newly renovated parks and facilities in the Village this October.

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Sixty-Plus Years of Service and Giving

Sep 23, 2025 09:06AM ● By Keith Walter

How Janet and Warren McWilliams Shaped Fair Oaks

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Smagina Named New Women’s Tennis Assistant Coach

Sep 22, 2025 12:21PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Former Kansas and Washburn University standout Sonia Smagina joins the California State University, Sacramento women's tennis program as an assistant coach, head coach Sophie Breault announced Sept. 15.

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Water Providers Warn Residents about Unauthorized Solicitations

Sep 15, 2025 05:36PM ● By Citrus Heights Water District News Release

Citrus Heights Water District, Sacramento Suburban Water District, Orange Vale Water Company and California American Water are warning residents about unauthorized solicitations targeting local households.

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One Hundred Years Young

Sep 09, 2025 02:04PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

Marine Stuart McIntyre Celebrates His Birthday Among Friends

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Fair Oaks Theatre Festival Closes

Sep 09, 2025 01:48PM ● By MPG Staff

The Fair Oaks Theatre board has made the difficult but necessary decision to dissolve the nonprofit Fair Oaks Theatre Festival, according to the festival’s website, after more than 40 years of providing quality community theatre to the Sacramento area.

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Navy Lt. Cmdr. Kelly E. Anderson, a Fair Oaks native, is a reserve judge advocate supporting U.S. Fleet Forces Command.
Kelly Anderson Serves with Navy JAG Corps

Sep 09, 2025 01:44PM ● By Megan Lemly, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Lt. Cmdr. Kelly Anderson, a Fair Oaks native, recently participated in Yankee Operational Law Training (YOLT) while serving with the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General’s (JAG) Corps.

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County Revises Approved 2025-26 Budget

Sep 09, 2025 11:25AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Sept. 3 to revise the approved budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

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Nonprofits Thrive at Chicken Festival

Sep 02, 2025 05:47PM ● By Sabrina Bernardo

Each year, the Fair Oaks Chicken Festival draws thousands of attendees with its quirky charm, live entertainment, mouthwatering food and vibrant community spirit but behind the feathers and festivities lies a deeper purpose.

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New Home Sales Rebound in July

Aug 26, 2025 08:46AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

July new home sales in the greater Sacramento region rebounded from June's low point, with 480 sales reported by North State Building Industry Association members, the association reported Aug. 12.

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Ukrainian Americans Parade Gratitude

Aug 26, 2025 08:37AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Celebrations for the 34th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence on Aug. 24 culminated in a 30-mile, horn-honking convoy through Carmichael, Arden Arcade, Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks.

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Congressman Bera Discusses Community Issues

Aug 20, 2025 01:38PM ● By Seth Henderson

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D., spoke for about 30 minutes Aug. 7 about the state of the country and the county at the informal monthly Tri-Communities Lunch Bunch meeting in North Highlands and then answered questions for about 25 minutes.

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Free Senior Health and Resource Fair with live Music and Classic Car Display

Aug 19, 2025 04:36PM ● By Senior Health Fair News Release

The 11th annual Senior Health and Resource Fair is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Wyndham Sacramento Hotel off Hwy 80 at Madison.

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Elaine LaLanne Still Leads the Way

Aug 19, 2025 09:20AM ● By Carol Feineman

Elaine LaLanne is a beacon of light promoting the benefits of a healthy lifestyle at any age to millions of fitness aficionados throughout the world.

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IDEA World Meets Sacramento

Aug 19, 2025 09:12AM ● By Carol Feineman

For the first time in about 40 years, the annual IDEA World fitness and wellness event from July 17 to July 19 was held in the capital city at the Sacramento Convention Center.

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‘No Barking’ Lot Receives Makeover

Aug 19, 2025 08:57AM ● By Judy Andrews

Something is happening to the long-vacant lot at the busy corner of Sunrise and Fair Oaks Boulevards. From eyesore to eye-catching, the neglected property is coming alive.

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SAFE Credit Union, Volunteers Prepare Flags for Retirement

Aug 18, 2025 06:42PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

SAFE Credit Union collected more than 500 flags during its second annual employee-led U.S. flag collection drive this summer.

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Sacramento County’s annual Fentanyl Awareness Summit, open to the public
Fentanyl Awareness Summit Open to the Public

Aug 12, 2025 09:34AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s annual Fentanyl Awareness Summit is back this year with a renewed sense of urgency and hope.

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Reduce Electricity during Flex Alerts and Earn Bill Credits

Aug 11, 2025 05:05PM ● By MPG Staff

With temperature rising, it’s not too late to register for Power Saver Rewards, a California Public Utilities Commission program.

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Wildlife rescue specialist Ben Nuckolls recently handles a rattlesnake
Snake, Rattle and Rescue

Aug 05, 2025 11:23AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

In what the Chinese zodiac calls the Year of the Snake; reptiles are keeping wildlife capture specialists busy.

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Finding Value in Community Partnerships

Aug 05, 2025 11:15AM ● By Judy Andrews

Fair Oaks is home to a collaborative group of community leaders and representatives from more than 20 local service organizations, all sharing a common goal of supporting the community and one another.

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Bridging the Language Gap with Technology

Jul 29, 2025 11:12AM ● By San Juan Unified School District Staff

Communicating with school staff can be challenging for families who are new to the country or have limited English proficiency. But a new tool introduced across San Juan Unified School District is helping to break down some of those barriers.

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Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Retires

Jul 29, 2025 11:00AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Lee Seale will retire on Aug. 1, following a career dedicated to law and justice.

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Park Opening Delayed, Ensuring ADA Compliance

Jul 22, 2025 12:19PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The fiscal year 2025-2026 special district assessments was considered during the July 16 Fair Oak Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors meeting.

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Heat Turned Up for Annual Salsa Cook Off

Jul 22, 2025 12:16PM ● By Helping Hands Orangevale News Release

Helping Hands OV is bringing the flavor and inviting you to the fun with their fourth annual Salsa Cook Off from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 16 at the Orangevale Grange, 5807 Walnut Ave.

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