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Homegrown Defender to Join U.S. Men's National Team Training Camp

Oct 07, 2025 02:50PM ● By Sac Republic FC News Release

Chibi Ukaegbu’s Third Call Up in 2025, Second in the Last Two Months

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Lawrence Butler Medical Update

Oct 07, 2025 02:33PM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Outfielder Successful Surgery, Undergoing Rehabilitation

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Whisenhunt Named PCL Pitcher of the Year, All-Star

Oct 07, 2025 02:16PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Also Named Was Right-Hander Carson Seymour

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SacRT Launches Transit Connect

Oct 07, 2025 11:28AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) recently launched the Transit Connect app, a new regional fare payment system that gives riders a faster, easier and more flexible way to pay for transit.

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Grants Available to Protect Waterways

Sep 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering grants of up to $2,500 to support school and community projects that help protect or improve creeks and rivers in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County.

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Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season

Sep 30, 2025 11:56AM ● By Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra News Release

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra announced its milestone 30th season of choral-orchestral excellence, promising audiences an unforgettable lineup of concerts, world-class soloists and a journey through powerful repertoire.

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River Cats Season Ends in 4-2 Defeat

Sep 30, 2025 10:11AM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Two Runs in Third Courtesy of Luis Matos and Jesus Rodriguez

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Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

Sep 30, 2025 10:03AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation.

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Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

Sep 30, 2025 10:02AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation.

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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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Board of Supervisors Approves 2025–2026 Budget

Sep 30, 2025 09:12AM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator

Amid Federal Funding Reductions, Annual Budget Approved

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Landfill Launches Fall Sustainability Challenge

Sep 30, 2025 09:01AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Central Landfill (YCCL) invites the community to take part in the Fall Sustainability Challenge for a chance to win a $50 gift card to the Blue Barn Thrift Store, 44090 County Road 28H in Woodland.

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Thriving Pink Kicks Off PINKtober

Sep 30, 2025 08:40AM ● By Leslie Hunter

Thriving Pink invites the community to join its annual Walk & Thrive event from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 4 at Northstar Park Pond in Davis.

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Local Bar and Grill Reopens with New Owners

Sep 29, 2025 05:07PM ● By Seth Henderson

West Sac Sports Bar and Grill Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Under New Ownership

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Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

Sep 23, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

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Karl Bly is a Sacramento native and kayaker who runs a local popular Facebook page called American River Lost & Found.
Lost, Found and Returned

Sep 23, 2025 03:14PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Kayaker behind ‘American River Lost & Found’

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Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Persistent Stomach Problems

Sep 23, 2025 02:23PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers.

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Another Tuleyome Tale!

Sep 23, 2025 02:09PM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Getting Up Close and Personal with Alkali Milkvetch

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Get Lost in the Local Arts of West Sacramento

Sep 23, 2025 01:36PM ● By Seth Henderson

At Gallery 1075, located at 1075 W. Capitol Ave., artwork from West Sacramento Art Guild members hangs in the gallery.

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Annual Brain Health Forum Open to Everyone

Sep 17, 2025 08:50AM ● By Kevin Ruse

If someone you love has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you know how hard it can be to navigate daily life, let alone think about long-term plans.

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Members of the Davis Odd Fellows Lodge eagerly await annual food festival
Annual Festival Brings Diverse Flavors to Davis

Sep 16, 2025 03:26PM ● By Davis Odd Fellows News Release

The 11th annual "Taste of Davis and Yolo" is being held at the Odd Fellows Lodge at 415 2nd St. in downtown Davis on Sunday, Sept. 28, 6 to 8 p.m.

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Restored No. 9 Steam Locomotive is on display for a limited time at the California State Railroad Museum
Restored Locomotive on Display in Historic Roundhouse

Sep 16, 2025 11:15AM ● By California State Railroad Museum News Release

In partnership with Friends of No. 9, the California State Railroad Museum is excited to announce the beautifully restored No. 9 steam locomotive and companion exhibit are now on display inside the museum’s historic Roundhouse.

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County Hosts Broderick Boat Ramp Cleanup

Sep 16, 2025 11:00AM ● By Yolo County News Release

At the Yolo County Board of Supervisors meeting on Sept. 9, the supervisors adopted a resolution declaring Saturday, Sept. 20, as the annual Coast and Creek Cleanup Day in Yolo County.

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UC Davis Basketball Season Tickets on Sale

Sep 15, 2025 11:34AM ● By UC Davis News Release

With just under two months from opening tip, University of California, Davis basketball season tickets are now on sale, allowing Aggie fans to catch the action in the University Credit Union Center all winter long.

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Locomotive History in West Sacramento

Sep 10, 2025 08:22AM ● By Seth Henderson

Hydrogen-Powered Locomotive a First in the Nation

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Singh Wins 2025 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship

Sep 09, 2025 01:07PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 2025 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship ran from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31 at Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course.

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Awareness and Accountability at Annual Fentanyl Summit

Sep 09, 2025 12:51PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Hundreds gathered from the Greater Sacramento Area for the annual Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit at the Citrus Heights Event Center on Sept. 4, featuring resources and discussion panels regarding harm reduction, enforcement efforts, prevention and treatment.

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Celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month

Sep 03, 2025 03:54PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

This September, the Yolo County Library invites you to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month and discover how a single card can unlock endless opportunities.

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International Overdose Awareness Day

Sep 03, 2025 03:51PM ● By Seth Henderson

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 25-95 on Aug. 26, declaring Aug. 31 as International Overdose Awareness Day.

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United Way Presents Family with 100,000th Book

Sep 03, 2025 03:49PM ● By United Way News Release

United Way California Capital Region presented Amethyst Josephine Franco of Woodland and her family with the 100,000th book from the region’s Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, which the local United Way manages.

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With gold shovels in hand city officials break ground
Innovation, Preservation, Sample Station

Sep 03, 2025 03:43PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Groundbreaking at Heritage Oaks, Emile’s Cafe Opens

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Constitution Day Celebration
Constitution Day in the Park

Sep 03, 2025 03:10PM ● By Sacramento Constitution Discussion Group News Release

Constitution Discussion Groups (CDGs) of Sacramento, Placer and El Dorado counties are delighted to announce their upcoming Constitution Day Celebration on Sept. 21.

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Gabriella Borrego wins the Overall Girls’ State Fair Junior Championship at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex
Junior Championship Crowns Winners at Haggin Oaks

Sep 02, 2025 06:26PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The State Fair Junior Championship for boys and girls ages 7 to18 was held Aug. 23 at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex.

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River Cats Announce 2026 Schedule
River Cats Announce 2026 Schedule

Sep 02, 2025 06:14PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The Sacramento River Cats, proud affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced their 150-game schedule for the upcoming 2026 season and are offering a limited time opportunity to be the first to secure tickets for next season.

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Women’s Empowerment Night Hosted by River Cats
Women’s Panel Hits a Home Run

Aug 26, 2025 10:13AM ● By Seth Henderson

Women’s Empowerment Night Hosted by River Cats

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