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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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Orangevale Women Uncover Long Lost Photos of Veterans

Nov 05, 2024 01:28PM ● By Annie Kerr

Sacramento area residents might remember the Veteran’s Wall at the former Hometown Buffet on Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights.

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Wall Honors Heroes

Nov 05, 2024 09:43AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Gold Star families and community leaders gathered last weekend to recall fallen heroes of nation and community. The Wall of Honor ceremony is annually observed at Patriots Park, a Carmichael Park District property in Fair Oaks.

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VFW Post 6158 Commemorates National POW/MIA Recognition Day

Sep 12, 2024 09:21AM ● By Sheila LaPolla, photos by Sheila LaPolla

Amid all of today’s drama and controversies, we mustn’t forget those who valiantly served our nation and were prisoners of war (POW) and those who are still missing in action (MIA), as well as their families.

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Rancho Cordova Remembers the Fallen

Sep 11, 2024 02:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The city of Rancho Cordova is hosting the “Remembering Our Fallen” exhibit. The exhibit, which opened on Sept. 11, will be on display at Rancho Cordova City Hall until Sept. 15.

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VSP Vision Joins Forces with Troopathon on 7th Annual Packathon to Commemorate 9/11 and Support Deployed Troops

Sep 04, 2024 11:27AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon is proud to announce its 7th Annual Packathon, a significant event dedicated to commemorating the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, and honoring the sacrifices made by the brave members of the U.S. Armed Forces. This year, VSP Vision™ is stepping up as the event’s official sponsor, bringing a meaningful contribution to this cause.

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Non Commissioned Officers Association

Jul 31, 2024 09:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), a military service organization established in 1960, plays a vital role in supporting members across all United States Armed Forces branches and their families from Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento area through programs and initiatives

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PRIDE Industries Hosts National Hire a Veteran Event

Jul 23, 2024 03:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi

PRIDE industries is gearing up to celebrate National Hire a Veteran Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 25, with a dedicated recruiting event at the PRIDE Industries Career Hub at 7011 Sylvan Road.

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Sacramento Native Serves Aboard USS George Washington

Jul 03, 2024 02:30PM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

Theresa K. Ulbera of Sacramento is Aboard the USS George Washington

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Cal Expo to Host Military, Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day

Jul 03, 2024 11:04AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Join Cal Expo on Wednesday, July 24

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Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

Jul 03, 2024 10:22AM ● By MPG Staff

The 18th Annual California Capital Airshow, Presented by Sacramento County in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento

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County Supports Housing for Veterans and Homeless

Jun 25, 2024 09:27AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On June 11, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Approved the Transfer of 2.2 Acres of Land and $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding to the City of Rancho Cordova for the Development of Mather Veterans Village Phase 4

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Sacramento Native Competes for Team Navy in the 2024 Warrior Games

Jun 18, 2024 03:52PM ● By Alyssa Ross, Navy Installations Command

Sacramento Native Will Join More than 250 Seriously Wounded, Ill, and Injured Service Members and Veterans at the Department of Defense (DOD) Warrior Games Challenge

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Fair Oaks Honors Fallen Heroes

Jun 04, 2024 10:31AM ● By Elizabeth Ruygt

The 26th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Fair Oaks Cemetery on Olive Street Had an Overflowing Crowd

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Disabled Veteran Gets ‘Best Buddy’

May 29, 2024 02:46PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Former US Navy Electrician Dennis Deutscher (55) Recently Took Delivery of a Service-Puppy-in-Training, Golden Retriever Lily

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Service Salutes Heroes

May 29, 2024 02:22PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Carmichael's Vietnam Monument Was Last Weekend Central to Memorial Day Commemorations

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Alice Astafan Shares Her Story

May 23, 2024 10:33AM ● By Annie Kerr

Retired Major General Highlights Achievements (and Challenges) in New Memoir

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Honoring the Sacrifices of Fallen Heroes

May 17, 2024 09:25AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Memorial Day Ceremonies Help Community Remember

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Ceremony Honors Veterans

May 07, 2024 11:08AM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Judy Andrews

25th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony to Be Hosted by Fair Oaks Cemetery District

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California Capital Airshow Presents International Headliner

Apr 23, 2024 05:49PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Sacramento County's Mather Airport Hosts Italian Jet Team, Frecce Tricolori, in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova

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May Days in Fair Oaks

Apr 23, 2024 12:54PM ● By Judy Andrews

Fair Oaks Chamber to Host Several Big Events

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American Legion BBQ & Boots Dinner And Dance

Mar 19, 2024 09:25AM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

Event to Take Place on April 13

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Captain Joseph House Foundation Holds Event/Fundraiser

Feb 06, 2024 02:03PM ● By Captain Joseph House Foundation News Release

Informational Event/Fundraiser to Take Place at El Camino High School

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Remember, Honor and Teach

Dec 21, 2023 10:30AM ● By Elise Spleiss

Wreaths Across America Honors Fallen at Mt Vernon Memorial

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Change of Museum Exhibits at the Orangevale History Museum

Dec 20, 2023 05:25PM ● By The Orangevale History Project News Release

Displays on the History of Sunrise Mall, and Orangevale Residents in War Efforts

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Remembering the Fallen

Dec 06, 2023 11:54AM ● By Sheila LaPolla, photo by Sheila LaPolla

Veterans of Foreign Wars Volunteers Distributed Red Poppies in Fair Oaks

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Sacramento County Honors and Serves Our Veterans

Nov 15, 2023 05:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento is Proud Home to More than 84,000 Veterans

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Hands on for Crafty Christmas

Nov 15, 2023 04:15PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

St John the Evangelist School of Carmichael Becomes Center for Holiday Crafting Season

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Aero-Blast Honors Vets

Nov 15, 2023 01:32PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

McClellan-based Nonprofit Holds Gala Honors Veterans

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PRIDE Industries Holds "Hire A Veteran Day"

Jul 12, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

PRIDE Industries helps transition vets into rewarding civilian careers

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Ceremony Honors Veterans

Jun 15, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story by Judy Andrews

"History of the Purple Heart," a tribute wounded or killed in the line of duty

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Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Their Families

Jun 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Active-duty military personnel receive free admissions through September 4

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SAFE Grants Support 'Farm to Wellness' Program for Veterans

Jun 02, 2023 12:00AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Complete Soil Born Farm's apprenticeship program and work as a farmer

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