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Pictured is A’s first baseman Nick Kurtz during a baseball game
Nick Kurtz Named American League Player and Rookie of the Month

Aug 12, 2025 09:50AM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the American League Player and Rookie of the Month for July.

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UC Davis Football game
Football Holds First Scrimmage of Fall Camp

Aug 12, 2025 09:44AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

It sounded a lot like football season at University of California, Davis Health Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 3 when No. 11 UC Davis football strapped it up and welcomed officials to Shredville for the first full scrimmage of fall camp under clear skies and the California sun.

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Following their performances, storytellers take center stage thanking the audience
‘In a Nutshell’ Returns to Sacramento

Aug 12, 2025 08:42AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Storytellers Tackle the Theme of Bullies

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Sacramento International Airport (SMF) achieved the busiest month
Airport Sets All-Time Passenger Record

Aug 11, 2025 05:01PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) achieved the busiest month in airport history with 1,296,818 passengers traveling through the airport in June.

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Attendees at the Athletics watch party stand with Athletics world series championship trophies
Stomper Entertains at A’s Watch Party

Aug 05, 2025 02:42PM ● By Sky River Casino News Release

Sky River Casino’s 32 Brews Street was the setting of an A’s Watch Party for the July 25 game against the Astros in Houston.

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Scott Moak of West Sacramento has been named to the board of directors for United Way California Capital Region
Scott Moak New United Way Board Member

Aug 05, 2025 02:37PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Scott Moak of West Sacramento has been named to the board of directors for United Way California Capital Region.

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I Street Bridge Replacement Project
I Street Bridge Replacement has 2026 Construction Start

Aug 05, 2025 01:24PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The City of Sacramento is moving one step closer to breaking ground on the long-anticipated I Street Bridge Replacement Project, a transformative effort that will replace the existing 113-year-old bridge with a new multimodal crossing linking Sacramento and West Sacramento.

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The Mobile Farmers Market staff poses for a photo while holding some of their locally grown produce
Fresh Is Always Better

Aug 05, 2025 01:20PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

To reduce barriers to food insecurity in West Sacramento, the Mobile Farmers Market from the Center for Land Based Learning (CLBL) hosts multiple stops in the area, providing locally grown produce to residents in areas with little access to fresh food, commonly referred to as “food deserts.”

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Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) hosted its annual Capitol Bridging Ceremony
Girl Scouts Celebrate Capitol Bridging Ceremony

Aug 05, 2025 12:01PM ● By Girl Scouts Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) hosted its annual Capitol Bridging Ceremony on June 21, bringing together Girl Scouts of all ages for a memorable morning of reflection, celebration and advancement.

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Taylor Baker wins Sacramento County Womens Golf Championship.
55th Sacramento County Women’s Golf Championship

Aug 05, 2025 10:56AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 55th Sacramento County Women’s Golf Championship took place on July 26 and 27, at Mather Golf Course in Rancho Cordova, drawing top female amateur golfers from around the region.

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The Sacramento Region Community Foundation will hold the second annual Philanthropy Summit
Philanthropy Summit Challenges Old Ideas and Sparks New Ones

Aug 05, 2025 09:29AM ● By SRCF News Release

The Sacramento Region Community Foundation will hold the second annual Philanthropy Summit on Monday, Sept. 15 at the Hilton Sacramento Arden West.

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Patient and doctor at UC Davis Medical Center
UC Davis Among Nation’s Best

Aug 05, 2025 09:26AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

UC Davis Medical Center Ranked as Top Hospital in the Sacramento Region

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Sacramento is to host thousands for an international spiritual event at the Golden 1 Center
Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Jul 30, 2025 08:33AM ● By Jehovah’s Witnesses News Release

In the weeks leading up to the highly anticipated Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses, local Witnesses from across Northern California are warmly inviting their neighbors to attend this unique international event at the Golden 1 Center from Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.

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ndy Gaudy, the owner of Country Roads Wine Cellars, serves customers in his tasting room, located within Clarksburg’s Old Sugar Mill
Old Sugar Mill is ‘Business as Usual’ in Midst of Transition

Jul 29, 2025 05:13PM ● By MPG Staff

Old Sugar Mill Tenants Group Maintains Operations During Legal Precedings

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The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument
A Decade of Conservation Success

Jul 29, 2025 12:18PM ● By Bryan Pride, Policy Director, Tuleyome

The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument (the Monument) celebrated its 10th anniversary, a milestone that showcases what becomes possible when communities unite to protect irreplaceable landscapes on July 10.

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The Heritage Oaks Master Plan
Council Looks at Renaming Heritage Oaks Park

Jul 29, 2025 12:04PM ● By John McCallum

West Sacramento City Council gave its unanimous approval at its July 16 meeting to awarding a construction contract for improvements to the city’s Heritage Oaks Park, a park that could have a different name once the project is completed in July 2026.

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An A’s fan takes a selfie with Stomper, the team’s mascot
A’s Fans Show Their Support

Jul 29, 2025 11:28AM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Major League Baseball, a custom happy hour menu and the Sutter Health Park gameday atmosphere took over the 32 Brews Street restaurant at Sky River Casino in Elk Grove on July 24 for the A’s watch party against the Houston Astros.

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polish dancers
Celebrating Polish Culture

Jul 29, 2025 10:26AM ● By Polish American Club of Sacramento News Release

Join the Polish American Club of Sacramento, Inc. at the 34th annual Polish Festival. Come celebrate and learn about the Polish culture through traditional food, drink and song from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 6 at 327 Main St., Roseville.

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Sacramento Kings Basketball player
Kings Acquire Dario Šarić

Jul 29, 2025 09:37AM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings announced on July 13 that the team has acquired Dario Šarić from the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Jonas Valanciunas.

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winner at gold championship holding trophy
Champions Crowned at Golf Championships

Jul 29, 2025 09:32AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The Sacramento Golf Council hosted the 57th City Senior, 16th City Super Senior, and Legends Men’s Championships on July 22 to July 23 at Bing Maloney Golf Course, drawing top amateur golfers from around the region.

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Soccer game
A Showcase in SoCal

Jul 29, 2025 09:20AM ● By Chelsea Reimche, Sacramento Republic FC Communications

Unified Team Tournament Recap

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A photo of the South Yuba River
Photo Contest Invites Californians to Capture and Share the Beauty of State Parks

Jul 29, 2025 09:15AM ● By California State Parks Foundation News Release

The California State Parks Foundation is inviting park visitors and photography enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels to capture the natural beauty, recreational activities and unique landscapes of California’s state parks.

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Camping tents
Reservation Enhancements Coming to California State Parks

Jul 29, 2025 09:06AM ● By CDPR News Release

Californians and visitors from all over the world can now access campground availability on Parks.ca.gov and book their perfect campsite in just a few clicks as part of customer-focused reservation upgrades announced July 24 by the California Department of Parks and Recreation.

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The City of Dharma Realm Buddhist Temple held its annual Veggie Fair event
City of Dharma Realm Temple Hosts Veggie Fair

Jul 22, 2025 12:44PM ● By City of Dharma Realm News Release

The City of Dharma Realm Buddhist Temple held its annual Veggie Fair event, located at the historic former El Rancho Hotel, from 11 a.m. to noon July 20.

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West Sacramento Sun
Council Approves New AM/PM Liquor License Application

Jul 22, 2025 12:29PM ● By John McCallum

The West Sacramento City Council narrowly approved recommending the issuance of a Type 21 liquor license by the state Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) for a proposed AM/PM gas station and convenience store at 15th Street and Jefferson Boulevard in the Old West Sacramento Neighborhood.

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Etenesh Zeleke Public Boat Dock Opens for Season
Etenesh Zeleke Public Boat Dock Opens for Season

Jul 22, 2025 12:27PM ● By Compiled from the City of West Sacramento Website

The Etenesh Zeleke Public Boat Dock is officially open for the 2025 season.

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Students enjoy a recent Discover the Flyway field trip
Inspire an Appreciation for the Yolo Bypass

Jul 22, 2025 12:24PM ● By Yolo Basin Foundation News Release

Are you looking for opportunities to spend time in nature, learn more about local wetlands, and share your enthusiasm, expertise and knowledge with school students? Joining the Discover the Flyway docent team might be for you.

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Softball Western "B" National Championship Tournament Features 500 Players
Softball Western "B" National Championship Tournament Features 500 Players

Jul 22, 2025 11:53AM ● By Ron Trujillo

Clutch hits, defensive gems and must-win games will highlight USA Softball's Western "B" National Championship 10-under girls' tournament that runs from July 22 through July 27 in Roseville, bringing about 2,500 athletes, coaches and fans and generating more than $1 million for Placer Valley.

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Historic Steam Locomotive
Hear that Train Whistle Blow

Jul 22, 2025 10:04AM ● By California State Railroad Museum Foundation News Release

Historic Steam Locomotive Set to Ride the Rails Again

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Swing jazz quartet based out of Los Angeles, San Lyon, performs at the Hot Jazz Jubilee
Hot Jazz Jubilee 2025 Releases Festival Line Up

Jul 22, 2025 09:30AM ● By Hot Jazz Jubilee News Release

The Hot Jazz Jubilee will once again feature four days of music and entertainment over Labor Day weekend from Aug. 29 to Sept. 1.

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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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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West Sacramento Sun
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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