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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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U.S. Submarine Veterans Honor Pearl Harbor Anniversary

Nov 24, 2025 01:58PM ● By United States Submarine Veterans News Release

Sunday, Dec. 7 is the 84th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. For the past 38 years the greater Sacramento area United States Navy Submarine Veterans have honored that date with a memorial and wreath-laying ceremony at Discovery Park.

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Honoring Service, Strength and Heritage

Nov 19, 2025 11:03AM ● By John Williams, Chairman, United Auburn Indian Community

Each November, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the traditions, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the country.

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Veteran of the Year
Assemblyman Hoover Names Stuart McIntyre 2025 Veteran of the Year

Nov 18, 2025 09:35AM ● By District 7 Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced he has named Stuart McIntyre of Fair Oaks as the 2025 Veteran of the Year for California’s 7th Assembly District.

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Wall of Honor in Patriots Park
Local Heroes Honored at Wall

Nov 18, 2025 08:51AM ● By Susan Skinner, photos by Susan Skinner

Community leaders and families gathered on Nov. 1 to recall heroes of nation and community. The Wall of Honor ceremony is annually observed at Patriots Park, a Carmichael Park District property on Palm Avenue, Fair Oaks.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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Veterans Events Calendar

Nov 05, 2025 08:32AM ● By MPG Staff

With Veterans Day approaching on Nov. 11, there are a variety of events taking place across town offering special ways to honor and thank veterans.

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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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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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Folsom Councilmember YeduKondalu “YK” Chalamcherla presents Stuart McIntyre with candy and a bottle of wine.
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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County Connects Veterans & Families to Benefits

Jul 29, 2025 10:51AM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

Sacramento County’s Veterans Services Office plays a vital role in helping veterans and their dependents access life-changing benefits.

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Pilot Program Offers Healing for Veterans

Jun 24, 2025 09:40AM ● By Stars and Stripes Dog Rescue News Release

A unique opportunity is coming to the Orangevale community in August, offering local veterans and their dogs an opportunity to heal together.

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SAFE Credit Union to Collect Worn U.S. Flags for Proper Retirement

May 20, 2025 11:39AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

To honor this summer’s patriotic holidays, SAFE Credit Union is holding its second annual American flag collection drive from Friday, May 23 through Wednesday, July 30.

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The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars
May is Veterans Poppy Month

May 06, 2025 10:33AM ● By Sheila LaPolla, American Legion Auxiliary Unit 383

For the American Legion Auxiliary May is known as Veterans Poppy month, with this year’s National Poppy Day falling on May 23.

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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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