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West Sacramento K-9 Association Holds 5K, Celebrates K9 Retirement

Oct 02, 2024 11:14AM ● By Annie Kerr

On Saturday, Sept. 28, the West Sacramento K-9 Association held its third annual 5K/10K, and this time, it was to celebrate the retirement of Yoda, one of their beloved K-9’s.

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IRONMAN Triathlon to Bring Tourism to West Sacramento

Oct 02, 2024 10:55AM ● By Annie Kerr

West Sacramento is about to take part in one of the biggest triathlons in the world.

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West Sacramento Fire Department Engineer Dies in Training Exercise

Sep 24, 2024 01:24PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

It is with great sadness that we report West Sacramento Fire Department Fire Engineer Tim Hall, an 18-year veteran with the West Sacramento Fire Department (WSFD) died Sept. 23 in the line of duty during a training exercise.

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Safer Streets with State Grant

Sep 24, 2024 01:12PM ● By Angela Underwood

A nearly half-million-dollar state grant will help keep guns off the streets in West Sacramento.

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Youth Address Climate Change

Sep 24, 2024 12:50PM ● By Angela Underwood

Youth in West Sacramento have $50,000 to reduce climate change

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Highway Ramp Temporarily Closed for Pavement Work

Sep 12, 2024 02:25PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

Caltrans (California Department of Transportation) is alerting motorists of an extended ramp closure for the ongoing Yolo Interstate 80 (I-80) Pavement Rehabilitation Project happening through West Sacramento, beginning the night of Sept. 13.

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Ironman Shuts Down Dock

Sep 12, 2024 01:34PM ● By Angela Underwood

The closure addresses debris removal, safety inspections and cleaning prior to the event, according to West Sacramento public information officer Paul Hosley. Absolutely no vessel usage is allowed, Hosley said, unless city authorized, and it will be subject to citation and removal at the owner's expense.

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CDPH Warns of Increased Risk of Valley Fever Through Fall

Sep 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Investigation Continues into Reports of Valley Fever Among Music Festival Attendees

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Yolo County Board of Supervisors Recognizes Women’s Equality Day

Sep 05, 2024 09:53AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a resolution at their Aug. 27 meeting, designating Aug. 26 as Women’s Equality Day in Yolo County. This resolution serves as a significant acknowledgment of the progress made toward gender equality and highlights the ongoing efforts required to achieve true equity.

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Yolo County Office of Education Launches School Resiliency and Sustainability Project

Sep 05, 2024 09:34AM ● By Yolo County Office of Education News Release

It is the first County Office of Education in the U.S. to move forward with the operation of its own independent microgrid

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Yolo County Welcomes New Director of Human Resources

Sep 05, 2024 09:18AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County announced the appointment Aug. 29 of Kamaljit Pannu as its new director of human resources.

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Yolo Classic Car and Truck Show Announces Winners

Sep 05, 2024 09:12AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Despite an early morning drizzle and an afternoon downpour, more than 800 attendees enjoyed the seventh annual “Cruisin’ into the Next Chapter” Classic Car and Truck Show on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Yolo.

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West Sacramento to Host Cancer Champions Run

Sep 04, 2024 04:58PM ● By Annie Kerr

Starting at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 14, the inaugural event will take place at River Walk Park, 651 2nd St., West Sacramento to raise money for Cancer Champions, a nonprofit organization that serves as a mentor and support system for those in any stage of their cancer journey.

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Tree Ordinance Under Review

Sep 04, 2024 04:27PM ● By Angela Underwood

Taking down a tree is not as easy as it sounds here.

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Moving Yolo Youth Forward

Sep 04, 2024 03:39PM ● By Kristin Thébaud

The nonprofit organization they created, Make It Happen for Yolo County, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, serving under-resourced transition-age youth (approximately ages 16 to 24) who are aging out of the child welfare, mental health or juvenile justice systems.

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iHealth Labs Opens New Office, Marking Significant Growth

Aug 27, 2024 01:27PM ● By iHealth Labs News Release

iHealth Labs, a leading provider of digital health solutions best known for its distinctive orange-box COVID-19 tests, announced Aug. 21 the opening of its new office in Sacramento

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Yolo County Opens Annual Survey for Rural Community Investment Program

Aug 27, 2024 10:42AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Department of Community Services' Natural Resources Division is pleased to announce the launch of its annual survey for the Rural Community Investment Program (formerly known as the Rural Initiative Program).

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Long-Awaited State Street Rehab Moves Forward

Aug 27, 2024 10:37AM ● By Angela Underwood

State Street is getting a multi-million-dollar makeover.

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Yolo High Wheelers Sign Andrew LaCour

Aug 27, 2024 10:18AM ● By Yolo High Wheelers News Release

The Yolo High Wheelers recently signed UC Davis alumnus Andrew LaCour to his first professional contract.

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Yolo County Hosts Annual Farmworker Resource Fair

Aug 27, 2024 10:11AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA), YoloWorks! and the Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board will host the second annual Yolo County Farmworker Resource Fair. This event will be held on September 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Woodland Community College.

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West Sacramento Authorizes Bonds, Mid-Term Budget

Aug 27, 2024 10:07AM ● By Angela Underwood

Nestled among many agenda items, city officials approved a resolution for the issuance and sale of Bridge District bonds not to exceed $233 million

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Commissioner Lara Orders Insurance Protections Following Wildfire Emergencies

Aug 21, 2024 04:40PM ● By California Department of Insurance News Release

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara issued a mandatory one-year moratorium on insurance companies to preserve residential insurance coverage for more than 185,000 policyholders affected by the Park, Borel, and Gold Complex fires.

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Tuleyome Tale – Safe Summer Hiking

Aug 20, 2024 09:10AM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Heading outdoors, even during the heat of summer, is not only possible but with a little preparation it can be safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling

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Health Advisory Issued for Cache Creek and Lake Washington

Aug 20, 2024 08:59AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Department of Community Services’ Environmental Health Division, in collaboration with the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) and Yolo County Parks, has issued a health and safety advisory for portions of Cache Creek and Lake Washington

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Mayor, Pro-Tem Mayor Face-Off

Aug 19, 2024 06:13PM ● By Angela Underwood

West Sacramento Mayor Martha Guererro is vying against Mayor Pro Tem (or Vice-Mayor) Dawnte Early to keep her center seat at the dais

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Mayor Addresses Utility Crisis

Aug 14, 2024 02:49PM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

City officials want to cut power to their partnership with Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) due to high rates

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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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Dangerous Heatwave Continues

Jul 09, 2024 11:53AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom Urged Californians on July 5 to Take Precautions and Directed an All-Hands Response to the Heatwave by State Government

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Experienced Resident to Fill Commission Vacancy

Jul 09, 2024 11:24AM ● By Angela Underwood

The Transportation, Mobility, and Infrastructure Commission (TMI) Has a New Sitting Member: Corey Cummings

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City Report Details Tax Measures

Jul 09, 2024 11:09AM ● By Angela Underwood

Four Comprehensive Sales Tax Measure Reports Clarify Exactly What Officials Do With Voter-Approved Funds

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Free or Low-Cost Home Repairs in the Bryte Broderick Neighborhood

Jul 03, 2024 05:21PM ● By Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento News Release

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento has Extended the Deadline for Applications for Free or Low-Cost Home Repairs for Homeowners in the Bryte Broderick Neighborhood of West Sacramento

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Decades-Long Development Continues

Jul 03, 2024 03:58PM ● By Angela Underwood

The Grand Gateway Master Plan is a Walkable, Mixed-Use Destination that Ties Together the Bridge District, Washington District and West Capitol Avenue, the Central Business Corridor

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Community Thanked During State of the City

Jul 03, 2024 03:46PM ● By Angela Underwood

West Sacramento’s State of the City Address Listed a Litany of Achievements, Such as Being Home to a Major League Baseball Team

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California Expands Access to Naloxone

Jun 25, 2024 04:37PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

On June 21, Governor Gavin Newsom Announced that CalRx-Branded Over-the-Counter Naloxone HCL Nasal Spray, 4 mg, will be Available for Free to Eligible Organizations Through the Naloxone Distribution Project

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