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A Better Building Permit Experience is on the Way

Mar 10, 2025 11:51AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is making significant improvements to its Accela online permitting system, enhancing transparency and efficiency for residents and businesses navigating the building permit process.

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Farmers Market Returns for Fourth Year

Mar 06, 2025 11:51AM ● By Noreen Stevenson

The GreenHaven Pocket Farmers Market, located in the parking lot of Sacramento Elks Lodge No. 6 on Riverside Boulevard, has a reputation as a place where families can walk or bike to get groceries on weekend mornings. This year will be no different, with the market opening for its fourth season on Sunday, April 6, at 9 a.m.

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Little Free Libraries Draw Eager Readers

Mar 06, 2025 11:40AM ● By Kristina Rogers

Land Park is home to bibliophiles who love trading and sharing books. They visit the library, scour bookstores and chat about good stories in book clubs. But no one needs to leave their Land Park neighborhood to find a new book to enjoy. The Little Free Library movement has made it so that all you need to do is go for a walk to find new, free books.

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Sacramento Zoo Celebrates Baby Giraffe Birth

Mar 04, 2025 12:03PM ● By Sacramento Zoo News Release

The Sacramento Zoo is thrilled to announce that Amirah the giraffe gave birth to a female calf on Saturday, March 1, at 2:56 p.m.

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Age, Disability-Friendly Action Plan Launched

Mar 04, 2025 11:53AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County is taking a significant step toward ensuring a more livable and accessible future for its aging and disabled residents.

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California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

Mar 03, 2025 06:26PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

Small business optimism across the nation fell a bit in January but for the third consecutive month, came in higher than its 51-year average, according to the release Feb. 11 of the monthly Small Business Optimism Index by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).

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Tickets Now on Sale for the 2025 California Capital Airshow

Mar 03, 2025 05:51PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 2025 California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, returns to Mather Airport on March 22 and 23.

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The Big Idaho Potato Truck is Rolling into Sacramento’s Mardi Gras Fun

Feb 28, 2025 04:38PM ● By Idaho Potato Commission Promotion

Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in spud-tacular style! The iconic Big Idaho Potato Truck is rolling into the heart of Sacramento for the Broadway Festival Parade, adding extra fun to the festivities with the world-famous big Idaho potato.

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Aggie Earns Pitcher of the Week Award

Feb 27, 2025 02:28PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis senior right-hander Noel Valdez held Gonzaga scoreless for six innings in the Aggies' 3-1 win on Feb. 15 and was honored with the season's first Big West Pitcher of the Week award, the conference announced on Feb. 17.

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Curling Comes to Sacramento Region

Feb 27, 2025 01:09PM ● By Wine Country Curling News Release

Wine Country Curling Club is excited to once again host our annual Barrel Bonspiel at Skatetown Ice in Roseville from March 14 to March 16.

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Drumming Up History

Feb 25, 2025 05:03PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Musician and community activist Martin Ross marked Black History Month (February) with a presentation detailing the evolution of Black percussion at Carmichael’s Albert Schweitzer Elementary School.

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Sac State Recognized for High Research Activity

Feb 25, 2025 03:53PM ● By Cynthia Hubert, Sacramento State University

Sacramento State University has joined a prestigious group of universities across the country that boast a significant commitment to research and scholarly activities.

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Drain After Rain to Prevent Mosquitoes

Feb 25, 2025 03:46PM ● By Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

The recent rain has left behind stagnant water. Since temperatures are expected to increase over the next few days, this can create the perfect combination for mosquitoes to breed, according to the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District on Feb. 20.

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Commemorating 175 Years of Service

Feb 25, 2025 03:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

​​​​​​This year marks a significant milestone in the history of Sacramento County as it celebrates its 175th anniversary, also known as its demisemiseptcentennial.

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New Light Rail Station Begins to Rise

Feb 20, 2025 01:18PM ● By Joe Wirt

Light rail train cars, running along Sacramento Regional Transit District’s (SacRT) Blue Line, whiz through the Sacramento River District every few minutes.

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200 Years of Fashion Exhibit at Sac City

Feb 20, 2025 01:11PM ● By Shauna Pompei

Sacramento City College Department Chair of Applied Apparel Studies Lynne Giovannetti has an ace up her proverbial leg-of-mutton sleeve.

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Running for Cancer Research

Feb 18, 2025 09:14AM ● By Dana-Farber Cancer Institute News Release

On April 21, Maria Amparo Haynes of Elk Grove is running to defy cancer as a member of the Dana-Farber Marathon Challenge team in the 129th Boston Marathon.

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Hornet Freshman Named Men’s Tennis Player of the Week

Feb 18, 2025 09:10AM ● By Sacramento State University News Release

On Feb. 12, Hornet freshman Gur Libal was named the Big Sky Conference Player of the Week after leading the Hornets to a 3-1 record over the previous week.

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Pranyte Named Women’s Player of the Week

Feb 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By Sacramento State University News Release

An undefeated record and a historic team victory for the Sacramento State women's tennis team helped lift freshman Emilija Pranyte to Big Sky Conference Player of the Week

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Athletics Storming into Spring Training

Feb 18, 2025 09:01AM ● By Martin Gallegos, MLB.com

There was a different energy as Athletics pitchers and catchers took the field at Mesa Arizona’s Hohokam Stadium on Feb. 12 for the first day of spring training, one that has not been felt around these parts in quite some time.

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Bike and Pedestrian Safety Grant Awarded to County

Feb 18, 2025 08:57AM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

Thanks to a new $188,000 grant awarded to the Prevention and Early Intervention Department at the Sacramento County Office of Education by the California Office of Traffic Safety, students at seven middle school campuses across Sacramento County will lead program activities to increase bicycle and pedestrian safety.

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Sacramento History Museum Offers Exciting Ways to Celebrate Black History Month

Feb 18, 2025 08:51AM ● By Sacramento History Museum News Release

Sacramento History Museum officials are excited to offer two engaging ways for the community to celebrate Black History Month.

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Use Library Card to Reach Goals

Feb 18, 2025 08:41AM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Releases

If you’re losing steam on your New Year’s resolution or need fresh inspiration to kick-start your goals, your library card will come in handy.

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Crowning Poetry Out Loud Winner

Feb 17, 2025 06:25PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The road to a poetry recitation competition is more than memorizing verses: it’s a journey of self-expression, confidence and connection to the power of words.

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Elk Grove City Council Lands on New Name for City Zoo

Feb 13, 2025 09:04AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The new zoo in Elk Grove finally has a name.

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Athletics Give a Nod to Sacramento

Feb 12, 2025 11:18AM ● By Daniel Canfield

Major League Baseball and the Athletics recently announced that the Athletics will wear a new sleeve patch featuring a depiction of the iconic Tower Bridge, which is located behind the ballpark in right field, as well as the word “Sacramento, “all in the team’s classic green and gold color scheme.

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New Regulations for Sidewalk Vendors

Feb 11, 2025 02:48PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted on Feb. 4 to approve new ordinances to better regulate sidewalk vending in the unincorporated parts of the county, aiming to enhance public health, safety and compliance.

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Chambers Features Nunes’ Artwork

Feb 11, 2025 01:39PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The next time you attend a meeting in the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Chambers, be sure to check out the rotating art on display.

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Pocket News
Sacramento Kings Celebrate Black History Month

Feb 11, 2025 01:23PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

On Feb. 3, the Sacramento Kings announced their 25th Annual Black History Month celebration, dedicated to uplifting and honoring the local Black community.

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Library Helps Teens Shine Bright on Prom Night

Feb 11, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

Starting Feb. 15, Sacramento Public Library is hosting 17 free prom giveaway events across the region.

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Superior Court Expands Hours of Operation

Feb 11, 2025 11:32AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

In an effort to better serve the public, the Sacramento Superior Court will extend its hours of operation at the Carol Miller Justice Center, starting April 7.

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A Colorful Mind

Feb 06, 2025 01:57PM ● By Kristina Rogers

Artist creates work from memory, flotsam and dream

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Farmers Market Moving to Sundays

Feb 06, 2025 01:37PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

In 2025, the Greenhaven Pocket farmers market will be held on Sundays instead of Saturdays. The Grand Opening for the 2025 season will be on Sunday, April 6. This marks the market’s fourth season.

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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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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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