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Sac Metro Air District Welcomes New Board Members

Feb 05, 2025 09:42AM ● By Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District News Release

Chair Aquino and Vice-Chair Maple to Lead the Board

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United Way Helps Residents File Taxes for Free

Feb 05, 2025 09:34AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Residents throughout the Sacramento region are eligible to file their taxes online or in person for free through United Way California Capital Region’s Free Tax Preparation program that runs through April 15.

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Pucker Up - Apres Valentines is Sealed with a Kiss

Feb 05, 2025 09:19AM ● By MPG Staff

The art of the kiss will be explored in a show by Carmichael singer Susan Skinner and clarinetist Del Gomes at Twin Lotus Thai restaurant on Sunday, Feb. 16.

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ARC Gallery Hosting Sacramento Artist

Feb 05, 2025 09:13AM ● By MPG Staff

The James Kaneko Art Galley, located on the American River College campus, is hosting a retrospective exhibition of Dan Samborski paintings through Feb. 14.

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Black History Month Discussed

Feb 05, 2025 08:57AM ● By Association for the Study of African American Life and History, asalh.org

Black History Month is an annually observed month-long celebration of African American life, history, and culture.

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Aggies Post Top Fall Quarter Academic Marks

Feb 05, 2025 08:44AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Tying for the sixth-highest quarterly GPA in Division I history, UC Davis student-athletes again set the standard in the classroom posting a fall quarter cumulative GPA of 3.25.

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Aggies Earn Riders of the Week Awards

Feb 04, 2025 05:05PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Seasoned UC Davis student athletes Jessie Rechs and Margaret Franke were named conference riders of the week in Eastern College Athletic Conference’s Jan. 28 release.

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Staying Hydrated and Saving the Environment at Kings Games

Feb 04, 2025 04:44PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings and Golden 1 Center unveiled a new PATH Grab-and-Go location, integrating Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology to enhance the fan experience.

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Hornet Soccer Adds UCLA Transfer

Feb 04, 2025 04:35PM ● By Sacramento State University News Release

On Jan. 28, Sacramento State University head men's soccer coach Michael Linenberger announced that Amjot Narang, a midfielder who has played the last three seasons at UCLA, has transferred and will join the Hornets for the 2025 season.

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New Testing Finds Illegal Levels of Bisphenol S in Receipt Paper

Feb 04, 2025 04:17PM ● By Center for Environmental Health News Release

On Jan. 14, the nonprofit watchdog Center for Environmental Health (CEH) announced new legal action against eight companies for exposing customers to Bisphenol S (BPS)–the lesser-known but also harmful chemical cousin to Bisphenol A (BPA)–in receipt paper.

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State Water Project Increases 2025 Allocation Forecast

Feb 04, 2025 04:10PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Jan. 28, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced an update to the State Water Project allocation forecast for 2025.

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Teens Create Messages of Love

Feb 04, 2025 03:36PM ● By MPG Staff

Two high school students have found a way to give back to young patients and their families at Shriners Hospital in Sacramento this Valentine’s Day.

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ACAI Gallery Hosts February Showing

Feb 04, 2025 02:11PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

The Allied Ceramics Art Institute (ACAI) Studios and Gallery, at 7425 Winding Way near the corner of San Juan Avenue in Fair Oaks, welcomes the public to an eclectic showing, “Potpourri,” now running through Feb. 22.

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Lanzaro Painting Named Small Business of the Month

Feb 04, 2025 01:59PM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

We're thrilled to highlight Lanzaro Painting as our 7th Assembly District Small Business of the Month for January 2025.

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Mother-Daughter Volunteers Strengthens Community Spirit

Feb 04, 2025 01:46PM ● By Helping Hands OV – Orangevale-Fair Oaks News Release

Tracy Furze, an integral part of Helping Hands OV – Orangevale-Fair Oaks since 2020, has been a cornerstone of this community service organization.

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Grants Available to Support Economic Growth in North Sacramento

Jan 28, 2025 06:05PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The City of Sacramento is now accepting applications from eligible businesses and property owners in North Sacramento’s key commercial corridors to receive up to $240,000 in funding for tenant improvements, equipment purchases and business consulting.

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A’s Announce 2025 Promotional Schedule

Jan 28, 2025 02:12PM ● By Major League Baseball News Release

The A’s 2025 promotional schedule for their inaugural season at Sutter Health Park will feature 14 giveaway items including three bobbleheads, four fireworks shows and more. Single-game tickets will go on sale on Friday, Jan. 31.

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Women’s Empowerment Receives $50,000 to Help Unhoused Women

Jan 28, 2025 09:21AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Women’s Empowerment has received a grant of $50,000 from Anthem Blue Cross Foundation to provide substance use recovery and mental health support to unhoused women in Sacramento so they can find safe homes and employment

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Safe Stay Community Campus Breaks Ground

Jan 28, 2025 09:17AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County and its partners have officially broken ground on a large-scale campus that can serve the unhoused population with diverse offerings to help people in various stages of homelessness.

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District Attorney’s Podcast Launches

Jan 28, 2025 09:09AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office is launching a new “Off the Record” podcast, available now on all major podcast platforms with a video version on the D.A. YouTube channel.

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Sac Republic FC Fan Fest Returns

Jan 27, 2025 07:29PM ● By Grace Ogata-Beutler, Sacramento Republic Football Club

Ahead of the 2025 USL Championship season, Sacramento Republic Football Club (FC) will host Fan Fest on Feb. 22 at Heart Health Park.

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CRC Hawks Score Great Grades

Jan 27, 2025 07:25PM ● By Cosumnes River College News Release

For the 10th consecutive semester Cosumnes River College (CRC) student-athletes compiled a grade-point average above a 3.0 as the Hawks continue to shine among the brightest in the state for their combination of academic and athletic success.

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Sac State Women’s Golf Picked to Top Big Sky

Jan 27, 2025 07:21PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Winners of four of the past five Big Sky Championship titles, the Sacramento State women's golf team was unanimously selected to continue its dominance by being tabbed first in the coaches poll.

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Semitrucks Carry Young Patient’s Story Across Country

Jan 27, 2025 07:12PM ● By Tricia Tomiyoshi

The story of a 7-year-old boy’s health care journey will take the country by storm this year.

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Community Efforts Help Prevent Human Trafficking

Jan 27, 2025 07:00PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As part of an effort to make our community a safe place for all residents, Sacramento County is raising awareness about human trafficking.

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Northwest Student Exchange Seeks Host Families

Jan 27, 2025 06:50PM ● By NorthWest Student Exchange News Release

NorthWest Student Exchange places international high school students with adults and families throughout the country. Exchange students add a dimension to the family dynamic.

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Area Residents Help Raise More Than $940,000 For Wildfire Relief

Jan 27, 2025 06:30PM ● By KCRA 3 News Release

KCRA 3, KQCA My58 and the California Gold Country Region Chapter of the American Red Cross partnered on a disaster relief drive that raised more than $940,000 to support people impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

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Doggie Day Out Program Re-Launched

Jan 27, 2025 06:22PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The Front Street Animal Shelter has re-launched its popular Doggie Day Out program, which allows members of the community to take a shelter dog on a “field trip” to get a break from life at the shelter and increase their chances for adoption.

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Local Rotarians Aid Fire Evacuees

Jan 24, 2025 12:11PM ● By Judy Andrews

When Folsom residents Chuck and Conni Thompson recently requested help collecting supplies for L.A. area fire evacuees, members of Rotarian District 5180 rallied with overwhelming support

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Fair Oaks Celebrates 130th Anniversary

Jan 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Judy Andrews, Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce

This year marks the 130th anniversary of Fair Oaks. Established as a produce-farming colony in the mid-1890s, early visitors from the Midwest were initially drawn to the area’s fertile soil

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Monster Jam is Back in Sacramento

Jan 23, 2025 10:28AM ● By Heather Atherton, AthertonPR News Release

Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate day of family fun at Golden 1 Center from Jan. 24 to 26.

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River Cats Conducting National Anthem Auditions

Jan 22, 2025 11:33AM ● By River Cats News Release

The opening of every ballgame starts with the National Anthem, and the Sacramento River Cats want to give you the chance to perform. The River Cats have announced their National Anthem auditions for the 2025 baseball season will take place at Sutter Health Park on Sunday, Feb. 16.

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Hornet Softball Releases 2025 Schedule

Jan 22, 2025 11:29AM ● By Sacramento State University Athletics News Release

Sacramento State Softball’s 12th-year head coach Lori Perez announced the team's 2025 schedule, which is comprised of 50 games, including 27 at Shea Stadium.

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Honoring the Best of Fair Oaks

Jan 22, 2025 10:37AM ● By Judy Andrews, photos by Michelle Massaro

The Best of Fair Oaks 2024 winners were announced at the ninth annual gala at North Ridge Country Club on Jan. 16. Hosted by the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce (FOCC), more than 250 guests turned out to have some fun and celebrate the nominees and winners.

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