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Youth fairgoers take a lunch break on a shady hill at the Sacramento County Fair
Jam-Packed State Fair Open for more than Two Weeks

Jul 14, 2025 06:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

Featuring more than 50 carnival rides, a range of performances and competitions within various industries, and of course food, the California State Fair kicked off on July 11 at Cal Expo, lasting through July 27.

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Mary Jane Popp in her recording studio
Where All the Stars Talk

Jul 14, 2025 05:24PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mary Jane Popp Brings Back the Stars

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: West Sacramento little leaguers pose with their baseball gear for a photo during the Nike RBI baseball camp held at Cosumnes River College
All Smiles for West Sac Little League

Jul 14, 2025 05:00PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

More than 80 West Sacramento Little Leaguers participated in a three-day baseball camp, hosted by Nike and in partnership with the Athletics baseball club at Cosumnes River College on July 8 through July 10.

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Yolo County Landfill Celebrates 50 Years of Waste Innovation

Jul 14, 2025 04:37PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

The Yolo County Central Landfill invites the community to attend a special 50-Year Anniversary Celebration Event on July 19, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., alongside the Blue Barn Thrift Store for their 50% Off Sale, located at 44090 County Road 28H in Woodland.

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The Parks and Recreation Department staff pose for a photo during the groundbreaking.
Breaking Ground on Washington Park

Jul 14, 2025 04:34PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento on July 10 broke ground on Washington Park, the 40th park citywide, marking a major milestone in the city’s ongoing efforts to expand access to green space.

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Community members bring food donations during the annual food drive
SMUD's Giving Friday Returns to State Fair

Jul 14, 2025 04:25PM ● By SMUD News Release

Free Admission to Giving Friday with Donation of Nonperishable Foods

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California State Senate Welcomes Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts Experience Civic Engagement at State Capitol

Jul 14, 2025 03:22PM ● By Girl Scouts Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) was proud to welcome Girl Scouts from across the state for a two-day educational experience centered on civic engagement and advocacy.

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are steps people can take to reduce contact with harmful chemicals
U.S. Preschoolers Exposed to Broad Range of Potentially Harmful Chemicals

Jul 14, 2025 03:04PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Findings concern researchers because early childhood is a critical period for brain and body development

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Cal OES warns people to stay safe in triple digit heat
Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat

Jul 14, 2025 03:01PM ● By California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services News Release

With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat.

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The tangled web book cover
Sapphires in the Mail, Arriving by the Day

Jul 14, 2025 01:46PM ● By Kimberly A. Edwards, photos by Kimberly A. Edwards

California Writers Club, Sacramento will celebrate 100 years of excellence in writing on Oct. 18 at North Ridge Country Club.

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Goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer of the Sacramento Republic FC sign multi-year contracts with the club
Republic FC Inks Danny Vitiello and Jared Timmer to Multi-Year Contracts

Jul 14, 2025 01:33PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced that the club has reached agreements with goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer, signing both players to new multi-year contracts, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

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Sacramento State Athletics women's soccer coaches
Women’s Soccer Adds Six Commitments to 2025 Class

Jul 14, 2025 01:28PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Reigning Big Sky Conference Tournament champion, California State University, Sacramento women’s soccer team added six more new faces to its roster for the upcoming fall campaign, gaining four transfers and a pair of standout freshman to the fold, head coach Randy Dedini recently announced.

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Major league baseball player for the Athletics
A’s Players Receive Recognition

Jul 14, 2025 01:23PM ● By Athletics News Releases

Athletics’ first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the American League Rookie of the Month for June.

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Max Arfsten claimed Man of the Match honors after a goal and an assist against Costa Rica
Former Aggie Lifts USMNT to Gold Cup Semifinals

Jul 14, 2025 01:18PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Former UC Davis soccer standout Max Arfsten delivered a career-defining performance for the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) on June 29, powering a 2-2 (4-3 PKs) quarterfinal victory over Costa Rica in the Concacaf Gold Cup and earning Man of the Match honors.

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- Rep. Mike Thompson recognized Andres Olmedo as the 2025 American Dream Award recipient for Yolo County
Thompson Honors Andres Olmedo

Jul 08, 2025 11:43AM ● By Congressman Mike Thompson News Release

Rep. Mike Thompson recognized Andres Olmedo as the 2025 American Dream Award recipient for Yolo County. Thompson presents the American Dream Award during Immigrant Heritage Month to residents of California’s Fourth District who have come to the United States and made outstanding contributions to our communities.

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Sutter Health Park Baseball stadium entrance
Looking For Love

Jul 08, 2025 11:39AM ● By Seth Henderson

A's Relationship Beginning to Take Hold

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An explosion occurred at a facility in Esparto used by Devastating Pyrotechnics
Yuba–Sutter Fireworks Show Rescheduled Following Tragic Explosion

Jul 08, 2025 11:25AM ● By Shamaya Sutton

Esparto blast kills 7, prompts switch to new fireworks provider

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Lynnette Irlmeier, Executive Director of Empower Yolo, and her husband Bill Irlmeier, Facilities Manager, have announced their retirement
Empower Yolo Announces Retirement of Executive Director

Jul 08, 2025 11:19AM ● By Natalia Baltazar, Empower Yolo’s Director of Development and Community Relations

Lynnette Irlmeier Retires After 15 Years of Transformative Leadership

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In Las Vegas on June 16, the Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team wins the international Copa Rayados
High Quality Development at Republic FC Academy

Jul 08, 2025 09:49AM ● By Seth Henderson

The Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team won the international Copa Rayados tournament in Las Vegas on June 16 without conceding a goal, ranking first in the Northwest Division for quality of play, rated at 86.2.

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A's Jacob Wilson Elected Starter for All-Star Game

Jul 08, 2025 09:45AM ● By Athletics News Release

Jacob Wilson from the Athletics has been elected by the fans as starting shortstop for the American League in the 2025 All-Star Game at Atlanta on July 15.

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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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Jackson Slater has been named Sacramento State's Male Student-Athlete of the Year
Sac State’s Jackson Slater Named Student-Athlete of the Year

Jul 08, 2025 09:37AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Football's Jackson Slater has been named California State University, Sacramento's Male Student-Athlete of the Year.

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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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Mark Salazar, left, and Brett Poulin are in the lab with disposable vape pods
Disposable E-Cigarettes More Toxic Than Traditional Cigarettes

Jul 08, 2025 09:17AM ● By Kat Kerlin from the University of California, Davis News and Media Relations

They might look like travel shampoo bottles and smell like bubblegum, but after a few hundred puffs, some disposable, electronic cigarettes and vape pods release higher amounts of toxic metals than older e-cigarettes and traditional cigarettes, according to a study from the University of California, Davis.

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Oakdale Incident Update

Jul 02, 2025 03:02PM ● By Yolo County, Esparto Fire Protection District, State Fire Marshal News Release

The Esparto Fire Protection District and the CAL FIRE - Office of the State Fire Marshal (OFSM) is releasing this informational update regarding the explosion at a pyrotechnics facility in Esparto Tuesday July 11.

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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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Closure on Babel Slough Road Due to Culvert Replacement

Jul 01, 2025 02:52PM ● By County of Yolo News Release

Reclamation District No. 999, in coordination with the Yolo County Public Works Division, will be replacing a deteriorating culvert pipeline on Babel Slough Road, approximately three miles northwest of the Town of Clarksburg.

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This year’s West Sacramento Community Academy cohort
Community Academy Graduates Second Class

Jul 01, 2025 02:50PM ● By Seth Henderson

The City of West Sacramento’s Community Academy recently completed its second year of informing select residents about how their city operates in a free, seven-session program, according to a June 12 news release from the city.

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Caltrans is notifying motorists that a new lane will start
New Lane to Open on Westbound Interstate 80 in Yolo County

Jul 01, 2025 02:44PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is notifying motorists that a new lane will open on westbound Interstate 80 in Yolo County as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project at 5 a.m. on June 30.

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Eldridge, Whisenhunt Selected to 2025 All-Star Futures Game

Jul 01, 2025 02:39PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Top Two San Francisco Prospects to Represent Sacramento at Truist Park

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Jesse Salinas was elected Yolo County Assessor/Clerk-Recorder on June 5, 2018 and re-elected in 2022.
County Assessment Roll Tops $39.7 Billion

Jul 01, 2025 02:36PM ● By Yolo County Assessor’s Office News Release

Yolo County has surpassed the $39.7-billion mark in total assessed property value, according to the 2025 assessment roll released June 27 by Assessor/Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters Jesse Salinas.

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This rendering of the proposed $300-million I Street Bridge Replacement Project showcases city views on each side
$25 Million Approved for I Street Bridge Replacement

Jul 01, 2025 02:26PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The California Transportation Commission on June 27 approved $25 million in construction funding for the I Street Bridge Replacement Project, advancing a critical regional effort to build a modern, multi-modal river crossing between West Sacramento and Sacramento.

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Rep. Kiley Calls on CIF to Comply with Department of Education’s Title IX Conditions

Jul 01, 2025 02:15PM ● By U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley News Release

The U.S. Department of Education has found that the California Interscholastic Federation’s (CIF) policy of allowing biological males to participate in sports with girls is in “clear violation” of Title IX.

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Governor Newsom announced that the state recovered 113,245 stolen items worth nearly $6.5 million this year.
$6.5 Million in Stolen Goods Seized, Leads Organized Crime Crackdown

Jul 01, 2025 02:12PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom on June 17 announced that from January to May, the state’s Organized Retail Crime Task Force conducted 331 investigations, 629 arrests and recovered 113,245 stolen items valued at nearly $6.5 million.

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FBI Says Elder Fraud has Many Forms

Jul 01, 2025 01:58PM ● By Federal Bureau of Investigation, Sacramento Field Office News Release

The Federal Bureau of Investigation, Sacramento Field Office is reminding elderly Americans and their loved ones about elder fraud.

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