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Homecoming Parade a Hit

Oct 06, 2026 10:30AM ● By Keith Burbank, photos by Keith Burbank

For three years John F. Kennedy High School held no homecoming parade, but 2026 was different.

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Historic School Prepped for Celebration

Sep 29, 2026 03:03PM ● By Keith Burbank

A historic school got a cleaning recently for a coming celebration Oct. 10.

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Hello, Dolly – Let’s Do It!

Sep 28, 2026 11:38AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 1200 teenage girls last week flocked to the Aerospace Museum of California’s annual 'We Can Do It Together' open days.

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Celebrating Early Literacy, Family Support and Dolly Parton’s Legacy

Sep 28, 2026 10:09AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Just one year after launching in August 2025, the Sacramento County Imagination Library has reached a remarkable milestone: Nearly 10,000 children from birth to age five are now enrolled and receiving free, high-quality books each month.

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Meet the Inaugural Next Gen STEM Scholarship Winner

Sep 28, 2026 10:04AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

During the Sept. 12 Back to School Night match, Republic FC teamed up with The PG&E Corporation Foundation to recognize the first-ever Next Gen STEM Scholarship recipient.

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Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks to Fill Vacancy

Sep 21, 2026 10:38AM ● By Sacramento County Board of Education News Release

Applications for Trustee Area 6 Vacancy due Oct. 6

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County Superintendent Seeks Viable SCUSD Fiscal Recovery Plan

Aug 31, 2026 04:13PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Letters outline immediate cash needs path to long-term fiscal stability

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Sacramento County Office of Education group photo

Two Sacramento County Teachers of the Year Announced

Aug 25, 2026 01:03PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Educators from Dudley Elementary and Galt High Advance to State Level

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Meet the 2026 Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship Recipient

Aug 24, 2026 01:00PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

On Saturday Aug. 15, Republic FC and Wilton Rancheria recognized the Indigenous Future Scholars winner Gianna Azbill during Native American Heritage Night.

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School Season Brings More Young Riders to Local Trails

Aug 18, 2026 03:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As students gear up for back-to-school season, Sacramento County expects to see an increase in kids and teens riding bicycles and e-bikes.

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A Royal Inspiration

Aug 18, 2026 03:31PM ● By MPG Staff

Reesa Artz Advocates for Families, Students and Community

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Sacramento Superior Court Judges Accept Statewide Outreach Challenge to Connect with Students

Aug 17, 2026 12:59PM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento County teachers who are interested in bringing civics to their K-12 classrooms this school year are invited to connect with the Sacramento Superior Court.

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New School Year Sees SCOE Focused on Literacy, Student Success

Aug 17, 2026 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Training Focuses Staff on Culture and Collective Responsibility

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Will Pope Named SCOE Chief Administrator, Human Resources

Aug 17, 2026 12:26PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Experienced Human Resources and School-Site Administrator Joins SCOE

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Home is More Than a House: How One Family Changed Lives Through Foster Care

Aug 11, 2026 11:14AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

What is home? For many of us, we will say an address or point to a neighborhood on a map.

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Destination Aviation Takes Flight

Aug 10, 2026 12:37PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

California Capital Airshow connects local students with aviation professionals, hands-on experiences and career opportunities

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CARE Program Teacher Lisa Saenz Named SCOE Teacher of the Year

Aug 10, 2026 10:58AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Teachers play a vital role in helping students learn, grow and thrive. Through expertise, creativity, resilience and compassion, they create safe and inclusive learning environments where students feel connected, valued and empowered to succeed.

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Book Details Teen’s Wartime Survival

Aug 04, 2026 03:21PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

At the beginning of the summer of 2026, in Sacramento’s Greenhaven/Pocket neighborhood, Jane Gallagher began contacting friends by email. Her message was: “I hope you can help my brother and me launch ‘Janina’s War: How a Teenager Survived Nazis, the Resistance, and the Most Horrific War on Earth,’ written by Jalynn Venis (our cousin).

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Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools Statement Regarding Sacramento City Unified School District

Aug 03, 2026 09:29AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Today, Fiscal Advisor Luz Cázares appointed by the Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools to support the Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD) has acted to rescind the SCUSD Board’s action on July 30 to approve an agreement between SCUSD and the Sacramento City Teachers Association (SCTA).

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Sacramento County Board of Education selected its officers

Board Elects 2026-27 Officers, Welcomes New Trustees

Jul 27, 2026 12:27PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Newly Elected Trustees, Re-Elected Incumbent to Serve Four-Year Terms

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Engaging with City Meetings Easier with New Hub

Jul 21, 2026 04:19PM ● By Joe Wirt

Participating in Sacramento City Council and City Commission meetings is now easier with the launch of the city’s new Public Participation Hub, a centralized online resource that gives residents multiple ways to stay informed and participate in local government.

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Wishing for a House with Three Unicorns

Jul 21, 2026 04:13PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Olivia Chan loved unicorns. She loved life and enjoyed interacting with other children. She would have loved visiting The Olivia Chan Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by her parents, Reina and Mel, along with their family, to create a safe environment where children and families feel supported and understood while navigating grief.

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Free cake and ice cream served by volunteers at California Admission Day

Community Invited to Celebrate California Admission Day

Jul 21, 2026 03:46PM ● By California State Capitol Volunteer Association News Release

Visitors to the California State Capitol in downtown Sacramento on California Admission Day, Wednesday, Sept. 9, are in for a special treat.

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Erin Clancey welcomed as New Executive Director at the California Museum

California Museum Welcomes Erin Clancey as New Executive Director

Jul 21, 2026 03:26PM ● By The California Museum News Release

The California Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Clancey as the Museum’s new executive director.

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Students Recieve Scholarship by SARTA to Attend Summer Theatre Camp

Jul 14, 2026 02:01PM ● By SARTA News Press Release

SARTA has distributed $1,200 in Youth Education Scholarship (YES) funds to six students to attend Summer Theatre Camps.

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California Museum Exhibitions, Events Through September Announced

Jul 08, 2026 02:11PM ● By California Museum News Release

America turns 250 this year, and we’re celebrating all month long. Book a group of four or more anytime throughout the month and save 10% on admission.

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Learn the Basics of Urban Biking, Scootering with Free City Classes

Jul 08, 2026 02:09PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Residents can build confidence riding bicycles and scooters on-street this summer through a series of free Urban Biking & Scooting 101 classes offered by the City of Sacramento.

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What Sacramento Tenants, Landlords Need To Know About 2026 Rent Increase Limits

Jul 08, 2026 02:06PM ● By Joe Wirt

The City of Sacramento’s Tenant Protection Program (TPP) establishes limits on annual rent increases for covered residential rental units. Effective July 1, the maximum allowable annual rent adjustment will be 8.6% for covered rental units.

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Celebrating a Century of Route 66

Jul 08, 2026 11:42AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Route 66, and the California Automobile Museum is featuring exhibits throughout the year celebrating the historic highway.

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How Persistence, Partnership and Determination Led to Justice for a Neighborhood Cat

Jul 08, 2026 11:25AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When a Sacramento County resident contacted authorities after witnessing a horrifying act of animal cruelty captured on her home security camera, she had one hope: that justice would be served for a beloved neighborhood cat.

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Students Honored with Scholarships from SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union

Jul 06, 2026 03:37PM ● By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union News Release

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union has awarded $207,750 in college scholarships to 245 students, including six from Sacramento County, through its 2026 Member Education Award scholarship program.

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County Board Appoints Jacqueline White as Next County Superintendent of Schools

Jul 06, 2026 01:51PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Longtime educational leader selected following planned retirement of Superintendent David Gordon

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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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