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EMD Offers Free Training for Local Businesses

Aug 24, 2026 12:57PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Businesses that handle hazardous materials can strengthen their compliance knowledge through a series of free, in-person training courses offered by the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD).

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iYa Taekwondo Team Wraps Standout Season

Aug 04, 2026 03:54PM ● By iYa Taekwondo News Release

Pocket-Greenhaven Athletes Win 54 Medals, Four Top Rankings, National Champ

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Elks 6 Earns Almost $5,000 from Car Show

Jul 21, 2026 04:35PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Sacramento Elks Lodge No. 6’s second annual Classic Car Show, held on Saturday, July 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Elks 6 Lodge parking lot, raised nearly $5,000 for the lodge’s veterans activities, services, and events.

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100-Plus Enter Elks Car Show

Jul 08, 2026 12:20PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Sacramento Elks 6’s second annual Classic Car Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 18 at the Elks 6 Lodge parking lot, 6446 Riverside Blvd. (corner of Florin Road and Riverside Boulevard).

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Judges Pick Top Dogs at Fashion Show

Jun 24, 2026 08:52AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Vic Cima, general manager of the GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market (GHP), and Terry Catron, chair of the Doggie Fashion Show held on Sunday, June 14, agreed that the fourth annual contest was a great success.

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Elks 6’s Baldassari Named District Elks Association Organist

Jun 24, 2026 08:47AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Almost a year ago, Pat “Patty” McDaniel, then Elks 6 Second-Year Trustee, reported in the Lodge’s weekly bulletin: "In California’s North Central District, only two of nine Elks lodges enjoy live organ music, thanks to Chuck Shumate of Carmichael Lodge #2103 and Dan Baldassari of Sacramento Lodge #6.

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May New Home Sales Remain Steady

Jun 15, 2026 02:08PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region remained steady during May despite continued affordability challenges and slightly higher mortgage rates, as members of the North State Building Industry Association reported 474 sales during the month.

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RydeFreeRT Cards for 2026-27 School Year Now Available

Jun 15, 2026 01:02PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) announced June 9 that new RydeFreeRT cards, valid June 1, through June 30, 2027, are now available for students and youth across the Sacramento region.

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Apply Now for SMUD’s Shine Program

Jun 08, 2026 03:31PM ● By SMUD News Release

The application period for SMUD’s Shine Awards is open June 1 through July 31 to nonprofit organizations. The Shine program is designed to improve and revitalize communities in the Sacramento region.

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ZipPass Mobile Fare App Ending June 15

Jun 08, 2026 11:26AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

SacRT Urges Riders to Transition to Transit Connect

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Students Support Meals on Wheels Through Feed the Beat

May 20, 2026 10:28AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Students at Christian Brothers High School demonstrated creativity, compassion and community spirit during the successful Feed the Beat fundraiser held April 18, raising support for Meals on Wheels Sacramento County and its mission to serve local seniors.

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Students, Chefs Create ‘Incredible Edibles’

May 20, 2026 10:13AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Brookfield School presented its 20th Annual Incredible Edibles Food Event on Monday, May 11.

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High School Cadets Support Farmers Market

May 20, 2026 10:10AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Not too many high school seniors are willing to get up early on a Sunday morning and begin volunteering at 6:30 a.m. for five and a half hours.

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Ribbon Cutting Marks Opening of Farmers Market’s Fifth Season

May 06, 2026 10:56AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

This past Sunday, May 3, the GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market (GHP) marked the beginning of its fifth year with a grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring Councilmember Richard “Rick” Jennings II at 11 a.m.

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‘Brewing Hope’ Fundraiser Supports the Grieving

May 06, 2026 10:51AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

The Olivia Chan Foundation hosted its Third Annual Brewing Hope at Movement Brewing on Saturday, April 18 in Rancho Cordova, bringing together a powerful community united by one mission: to support grieving children and families.

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Buried Jewels and a Missing Photograph

May 06, 2026 10:49AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Grayce E. Lancaster passed away on May 12, 2008, and was buried on May 16 at St. Mary’s Cemetery at 65th Avenue and 21st Street. Her obituary noted that “she was the first woman elected as Exalted Ruler (ER) of Sacramento Elks Lodge #6, where she served two terms.” The obituary did not mention – nor was it widely known – that there was a controversy surrounding her burial.

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GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market Fifth Year Grand Opening Sunday

Apr 30, 2026 09:46AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

This Sunday, the GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market will finally hold its grand opening at 11 a.m.

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Elk 6’s New Leader has Special Guest from Didion K-8 School at Installation

Apr 22, 2026 11:40AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie, photo by Stephen B. Clazie

Carol “Coach” Mitchell was installed as Exalted Ruler of Sacramento Elks Lodge No. 6 on Tuesday, April 7.

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Downtown Sacramento Partnership Announces 2026 Concerts in the Park Lineup

Apr 22, 2026 10:59AM ● By Downtown Sacramento Partnership News Release

Downtown Sacramento Partnership unveiled the lineup for its highly anticipated Concerts in the Park series, marking the return of free live music in downtown Sacramento on Friday evenings beginning May 1.

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New Housing Generates Billions Annually in Sacramento Region, Reports Find

Apr 20, 2026 01:05PM ● By North State BIA News Release

Analysis shows homebuilding boosts local economies, supports jobs and delivers long-term revenue streams to governments

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NFIB Details Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in California

Apr 20, 2026 12:42PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released a new report outlining the economic benefits and massive tax savings the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction will bring to the 4.3 million small businesses in California now that it has been made permanent.

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Making Every Step Count with Shoe-Drive Fundraising

Apr 08, 2026 10:53AM ● By By Stephen B. Clazie

A shoe-drive fundraiser goes beyond raising money for a cause or community. After the shoes are collected, they are sent to families in developing countries, where they help to create job opportunities. Shoe drives provide inventory to more than 4,000 micro-entrepreneurs in the reuse economy, giving people a hand up, not a handout.

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Farmers Market to Open for Fifth Season

Apr 08, 2026 10:49AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

About six years ago, retired Judge Rudolph “Barry” Loncke, a resident of Sacramento's Pocket neighborhood, had the idea to introduce his good friend Vic Cima, a Land Park resident, to city Councilmember Richard “Rick” Jennings II, who has represented both neighborhoods since 2014.

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Front Street Animal Shelter Highlights Efforts in Annual Report

Mar 24, 2026 05:06PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The city’s Front Street Animal Shelter recently released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing the year’s successful programs and accomplishments.

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City Receives Grant to Support Cannabis Equity

Mar 24, 2026 05:01PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

State officials have awarded the City of Sacramento $2.5 million to support equity efforts in the local cannabis industry.

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Film Grants Return to Boost Local Productions

Mar 24, 2026 04:58PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Sacramento filmmakers and production companies can now apply for grants that help offset production costs and support film and television projects shot in the city.

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Scouts Collect Food for Interfaith Food Closet

Mar 24, 2026 04:51PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Scouting America Troop 5010 and Pack 259 collected 1,470 food items and $289.38 for the South Sacramento Interfaith Partnership Food Closet from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 14.

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February a Solid Month for New Home Sales

Mar 16, 2026 01:44PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

The first quarter of the year generally sees the greatest number of new home sales in the greater Sacramento region, and 2026 is no exception, as 542 sales were reported by North State Building Industry Association members in February.

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Rock Orchestra Moves on from Beatles

Feb 24, 2026 05:08PM ● By J.G. Wirt

Student Players and Pros Tackle Pink Floyd’s ‘Wall’ and ‘Dark Side’

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Street Sweeping Begins Again

Feb 24, 2026 05:05PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

With spring fast approaching, residents should be aware of seasonal changes to some city services.

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Midtown Celebrates a Dozen New Business Openings

Feb 24, 2026 05:03PM ● By Midtown Association News Release

The Midtown Association is celebrating new and existing businesses in the eclectic and thriving 120-block district that is home to 1,200 properties including merchants, organizations, bars and restaurants.

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‘Black Soil’ Exhibit Highlights Ag Legacy

Feb 24, 2026 04:39PM ● By Sacramento History Museum News Release

The Sacramento History Museum introduced a new exhibition in partnership with the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum titled “Black Soil, Our roots run deep” that is on display now at 101 I St.

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New Home Sales in Greater Sacramento Region Climb 79%

Feb 16, 2026 12:24PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento area got off to a fast start in January, soaring 79 percent higher than December’s totals, the North State Building Industry Association reported recently.

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Elks Lodge 6 Gifts Bicycles to Soccer Team, Local Nonprofit

Jan 07, 2026 04:21PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

One of Elks Lodge No. 6’s longstanding community service initiatives, the Dave Hamm Bike Drive, began in 2007 when lodge member Dave Hamm donated a single bicycle to the lodge's Toys for the Troops program. His generosity inspired an annual bicycle drive that continues to serve local children.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus Visit Elks Lodge 6

Jan 07, 2026 04:20PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Despite being close to Santa’s busiest day of the year, Sacramento Elks Lodge No. 6 made special arrangements to welcome Mr. and Mrs. Claus for its annual Breakfast With Santa, held from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 21.

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