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University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson is in the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer league.
TY Johnson Signs with Lakers

Jul 08, 2025 09:43AM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson has signed a summer league contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, following the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Staying Healthy and Safe Driving in a Heatwave

Jul 08, 2025 09:30AM ● By DiscoverCars.com News Release

Drivers need to ensure they take precautions this summer, because extreme temperatures have been predicted by the National Weather Service across the U.S. from June to August.

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Greater Sacramento Division President Rachael McKinney, left, heart transplant patient Mick Doughty and Dr. David Roberts proudly display the Joint Commission/American Heart Association certificate.
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento Recertified with Top Cardiovascular Honor

Jul 08, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sutter Health News Release

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento this month received the top cardiovascular honor from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association.

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Law enforcement agencies throughout California will participate in Operation Dry Water to help prevent incidents of boating under the influence
Operation Dry Water for Fourth of July Weekend

Jul 02, 2025 09:45AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is urging all boaters to boat sober this Fourth of July holiday weekend.

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An Aedes aegypti adult male mosquito rests on human skin.
Sterile Male Mosquito Pilot Program to Launch

Jun 30, 2025 05:20PM ● By Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

Technique Aims to Reduce Invasive Mosquitoes Posing Health Threat

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Children smiling eating watermelon
SUN Bucks Returns for Summer 2025

Jun 30, 2025 04:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a season of sunshine and fun but for many Sacramento County families, it also brings a food access challenge.

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Sacramento Elks Lodge 6 Honors Five Members

Jun 25, 2025 05:17PM ● By Noreen Stevenson

Two California-Hawaii Elks Association Special Citations were presented to Past Exalted Ruler Stephen B. Clazie at a Sacramento Elks Lodge No. 6 meeting on June 17.

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Two Banned from GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market Fashion Show

Jun 25, 2025 05:08PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

The GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market (GHP) is holding its inaugural fashion show at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 13.

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Stars, Stripes and Good Times

Jun 25, 2025 05:04PM ● By MPG Staff

Parade and Other Events to Attend this Fourth of July

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The ‘New’ K-ZAP Turns 10

Jun 25, 2025 03:47PM ● By J.G. Wirt

July 8 will mark 10 years since the rebirth of K-ZAP as a low-power broadcaster and internet radio station. In that time, former listeners have tuned back in and have helped to spread the word about the “50 Years of Rock, Blues & More” station.

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Pumping Gas
State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Primary care is delivered by family nurse practitioners for all areas of California
Two Graduate Nursing Programs Earn Accreditation

Jun 24, 2025 11:29AM ● By University of California, Davis Health News Release

The first week of June marked the start of a new educational journey for students in two recently-accredited graduate programs at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at University of California, Davis (UC Davis).

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Playing in the Mud

Jun 24, 2025 09:53AM ● By Kristina Rogers

There comes a point when adulting has worn thin and one is ready to become re-acquainted with their inner child.

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Sacramento Area Council of Governments fosters collaboration and progress for an equitable, sustainable and prosperous future
25-Year Plan for Sacramento Region Growth

Jun 24, 2025 08:48AM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) announced that the draft 2025 Blueprint and Environmental Impact Report (EIR), the region's long-range transportation and land use plan, has been released for public review and comment.

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Firework sparkler
Keep Fourth of July Fireworks Safe and Legal

Jun 23, 2025 05:28PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With Independence Day coming up, it's always a good idea to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks and stay safe when using them.

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: Multiple dogs trot into the shallow water of the Animal Den Pet Resort and Spa’s in-ground pool during a previous Splashy Hour event in partnership with the Sacramento SPCA
Pup Pool Days Benefit SPCA

Jun 17, 2025 02:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

A pet boarding facility is sponsoring and hosting four Splashy Hour open-swim sessions for dogs to “get a break from the Sacramento heat” that doubles as a Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) fundraiser.

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Quincy, 8 months old, is one of 87 animals adopted from the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals during California Adopt-a-Pet Day
87 Animals Receive New Loving Homes

Jun 17, 2025 01:55PM ● By Sacramento SPCA News Release

The Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) joined more than 150 organizations in California to help find loving homes for pets during the second annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on June 7.

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Co-Ed Youth League Tips Off at Golden 1

Jun 17, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Kings and Queens Rise Co-ed Youth Sports and Mentoring League, an initiative of The Center at Sierra Health Foundation’s Black Child Legacy Campaign program, launches its eighth season this week with a tip-off event hosted by league partner, the Sacramento Kings.

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Sacramento State University Soccer team gather on the field
Men’s Soccer Announces 2025 Slate

Jun 17, 2025 01:46PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento head men’s soccer coach Michael Linenberger announced June 12 an 18-match regular season schedule for 2025, a slate that includes a trio of National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament qualifiers and six opponents that finished inside the final top 100 in the end-of-season Rating Percentage Index (RPI) rankings.

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California Lottery
Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Jun 13, 2025 10:58AM ● By California Lottery News Release

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win.

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Construction Workers
Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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Smoot Landscaping: A 45-Year Legacy

Jun 12, 2025 02:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

For Scott Smoot, landscaping isn’t just a career, it’s a lifelong passion.

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Meet Kaia and Lilo at Farmers Market

Jun 12, 2025 02:27PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

This year, there’s a new feature at the GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market (GHP). Vic Cima, who took a year off, is back as general manager.

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Summer Vibes are in the Air

Jun 12, 2025 02:20PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Activities and Events to Enjoy this Summer

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Bike the Rails in Amador

Jun 12, 2025 01:56PM ● By J.G. Wirt

The feel as the railbike glides downgrade is like riding a giant go-kart, but this one has power assist and good brakes.

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Sacramento’s Souper History

Jun 12, 2025 01:51PM ● By Kristina Rogers

New Campbell’s Canning Exhibit is ‘Mmm, Mmm, Good!’

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Rob Meyer is Everybody’s Bassman

Jun 12, 2025 01:39PM ● By J.G. Wirt

Anchoring the rhythm section of bands in legendary clubs and taprooms, Rob Meyer plucks the bass strings in styles from rockabilly to jazz to Americana and torch ‘n’ twang.

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The California Nonprofits of the Year program helps increase awareness about the critical role nonprofits play in our communities
State Legislators Name Their Nonprofit of the Year

Jun 10, 2025 03:56PM ● By California Association of Nonprofits News Release

In recognition of California Nonprofits Day on May 21st, the California Association of Nonprofits announced on May 20 the 2025 California Nonprofits of the Year.

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Shown is the crew working on one of the shoots for the winning “Future Forward” commercial
United Way Wins Two Telly Awards

Jun 10, 2025 01:23PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

United Way California Capital Region has been honored with two Telly Awards for its brand launch commercial, “Future Forward.”

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SacRT to Suspend Green Line Service During Construction in the Railyards

Jun 05, 2025 11:40AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) will temporarily suspend Green Line light rail service beginning Monday, June 16, 2025, to accommodate major construction in the Railyards, including the addition of a new light rail station at 7th Avenue and Railyards Boulevard.

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County’s Fastest Housing Project Completion Serves Homeless Seniors Around the Clock

Jun 05, 2025 10:45AM ● By Seth Henderson

Sacramento County, HOPE Cooperative and Enki Development Group have partnered together to create Grow Florin Interim Housing, with space for 72 transitional housing beds for homeless seniors aged 55 and older with Community, Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) court participants as a priority population, according to the Sacramento County Department of Health Services.

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Whether you’re walking, biking, running or riding horseback, Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers, the American River Bike Patrol and the American River Equestrian Patrol work behind the scenes, and on the trails, to keep everyone safe
Keeping Trails Safe

Jun 03, 2025 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks staff reminds residents and visitors that enjoying the county’s trails safely and respectfully is a shared responsibility.

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The cast and director of Robert Craig Films' "No Address" are in front of the Jimmy's House set at 2409 Capitol Ave. in Sacramento
‘No Address’ Debuts

Jun 03, 2025 12:42PM ● By Robert Craig Films News Release

Robert Craig Films' award-winning debut feature film, “No Address,” and “Americans With No Address,” a companion documentary, are available for digital purchase and rental, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango at Home, YouTube and more.

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Foreigner performs Friday, June 21 at Hard Rock Casino Live
Meet Your Juke Box Heroes

Jun 03, 2025 12:27PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Foreigner Returns to Northern California with a Hit-Packed Night of Unforgettable Anthems

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The UC Davis football team will be televised on the main linear ESPN network
UC Davis Football Scheduled for Three Nationally-Broadcast Games

Jun 03, 2025 12:13PM ● By University of California, Davis News Release

For the first time in program history, No. 11 University of California, Davis football will be showcased on the main linear ESPN network when the 2025 season opens at 4 p.m. Pacific Time Aug. 23 against No. 12 Mercer in Montgomery, Alabama.

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