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This year’s contest received more than 100 submissions from students in kindergarten through seventh grade, representing 19 local schools across Yolo and northeastern Solano counties
Student Artists Shine in 2025 Clean Air Calendar Art Contest

Jun 11, 2025 11:38AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District Announces Winners

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County Seeks Applications for Community Services Action Board

Jun 03, 2025 02:40PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors is currently accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Community Services Action Board’s (CSAB) for the Representative of Community-Based Organizations seat.

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Join Yolo County Library’s 2025 Summer Reading Program

Jun 03, 2025 02:32PM ● By Yolo County Library News Release

Yolo County Library invites community members of all ages to participate in its annual Summer Reading Program, running from June 1 through Aug. 15. This year’s theme, Color Our World, celebrates creativity, curiosity and diversity through books, activities and special events.

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West Sacramento Mayor Martha Guerrero and the River Cats’ mascot Dinger pose with a memorial poster of Mason Brazil, the son of “Fighting Fentanyl” event coordinator Ricky
‘Fighting Fentanyl’ Event Raises Awareness

Jun 03, 2025 01:25PM ● By Seth Henderson

West Sacramento father holds third annual ‘Fighting Fentanyl’ event to spread awareness after his son’s death.

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From left are Jai Chahal, acting director of Capital Projects; West Sacramento Mayor Martha Guerrero; West Sacramento Councilmember Quirina Orozco; West Sacramento Vice-Mayor Verna Sulpizio-Hull; Pierson Rohr and Deb Banks with Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates at the Sycamore Trail Overpass ribbon cutting
Sycamore Trail Overpass Opening Celebrated

Jun 03, 2025 01:20PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento proudly celebrated the grand opening of the Sycamore Trail Overpass on May 29, marking a major milestone in the city’s vision to become one of the nation’s most bicycle- and pedestrian-friendly communities.

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Think Together announced the appointment of Cobán López as area vice-president
Think Together Welcomes Cobán López as Area Vice President

May 29, 2025 11:48AM ● By Think Together News Release

Think Together, California’s leading nonprofit provider of expanded learning, afterschool programs, staffing, and school improvement services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cobán López as area vice-president.

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Roadwork Scheduled Near Freeport Bridge, Beginning June 2

May 29, 2025 11:44AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County crews are planning to work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, June 2 through Friday, June 6, weather permitting.

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The 14 districts of the Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD) No.1 are shown above
Council Approves Revolutionary Project Financing Method

May 29, 2025 11:43AM ● By John McCallum

West Sacramento’s City Council made history at their May 21 meeting: $86.5-million worth of history.

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A graduate of United Way’s KinderCamp program gives high-fives at his graduation last summer
Summer Kindercamp Prepares Youngsters for School Successes

May 29, 2025 11:38AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

West Sacramento children entering kindergarten this fall who have not attended preschool are invited to apply for United Way California Capital Region’s KinderCamp school-readiness program this summer.

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West Sac Bike Repair Café, in partnership with Mayor Martha Guerrero, will take its tools and knowledge out to the neighborhood at the inaugural West Sacramento Health Fair
Repair Bike, Body and Soul at Health Fair

May 29, 2025 11:32AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The West Sac Bike Repair Café located at the Holy Cross Parish is a skillful pit stop that helps residents get back onto their two wheels.

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Back-to-Back Shootings Raise Safety Concerns

May 13, 2025 11:51AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Two separate shooting incidents involving underage victims recently took place less than a week apart at and near Summerfield Park, which has raised concerns for residents in the community.

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New Health and Human Services Agency Director Welcomed

May 06, 2025 03:27PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County announced the appointment of Mónica Morales as the new director of Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA), effective June 4.

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Empower Yolo Chosen as a 2025 California Nonprofit of the Year

May 06, 2025 03:25PM ● By Natalia Baltazar, Director of Development and Community Relations of Empower Yolo

Empower Yolo is proud to announce that it has been selected as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year for Assembly District 4 by Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry.

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Yolo County Grand Jury Urges DJUSD to Improve School Safety

May 06, 2025 03:22PM ● By Yolo County Grand Jury News Release

Report Calls for Stronger Compliance with Measures to Prevent Violent Shooter Incidents

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Raley’s Awards Funding in First-Ever Food for Families Infrastructure Grant Program

May 06, 2025 03:17PM ● By Raley’s News Release

Raley’s announced that $340,241 in grant funding has been awarded via its new Food for Families infrastructure grant program.

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Community members pose in front of table with colorful cocktails
Building Business Over Cheers

May 06, 2025 03:13PM ● By MPG staff

The West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce has started its series of mixer events for 2025 called “Cheers with the Chamber,” offering a fun and free opportunity for members to connect with each other and potential prospects.

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Council Approves New Police Contract

May 06, 2025 03:01PM ● By John McCallum

– The West Sacramento City Council unanimously approved a three-year successor Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the city and the West Sacramento Police Officers Association (WSPOA).

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Rendering of retail shopping center
Club Pheasant Retail Development Given Council Approval

May 06, 2025 02:59PM ● By John McCallum

A piece of West Sacramento history is about to experience a rebirth in a new, expanded version of its old self.

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Interstate 80 Scheduled for Extended Closures in Yolo County

May 05, 2025 04:05PM ● By California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) News Release

Detour onto U.S. 50 to Interstate 5; Delays Expected and Extended Travel Time

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Presenting Sponsor Team Wells Fargo partners with Rudolph and Sletten to give home new look, painting the exterior.
Homeowners in Bryte, Broderick Offered Free or Low-Cost Repairs

Apr 29, 2025 12:31PM ● By MPG Staff

Bryte Broderick area homeowners have until May 16 to submit applications to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento for free or low-cost home repairs via the fourth annual Rock the Block Bryte Broderick initiative.

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Trees being planted in soil
Bill Reintroduced to Plant More Trees and Reduce Energy Costs

Apr 29, 2025 12:08PM ● By Office of Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

On Arbor Day, April 25, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressmen Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) reintroduced the TREES Act, a bill that will help homeowners lower energy costs, increase tree canopy in underserved communities and help mitigate the effects of climate change through residential tree planting.

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Valley Clean Energy Saves Millions in Savings Next 10 Years

Apr 29, 2025 12:02PM ● By Valley Clean Energy News Release

Valley Clean Energy (VCE) announced that over the next 10 years, it will save $35 million on its existing long-term renewable power contracts. As the public, not-for-profit electricity supplier for Yolo County, Valley Clean Energy can take advantage of public financing tools to achieve these savings.

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Yolo Food Bank volunteers give out seed grant
Cultivo Food Program Expands to Meet Growing Need

Apr 29, 2025 11:54AM ● By Yolo Food Bank News Release

Cultivo’s 2025 work season kicked off last week in Winters, where Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs joined Yolo Food Bank staff to help distribute fresh, culturally appropriate food to more than 70 agricultural worker households with 2,100-plus pounds of food.

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Paint for a Purpose Supports Foster Youth Nonprofit

Apr 23, 2025 10:37AM ● By Make It Happen Yolo County News Release

Residents are invited to experience an afternoon of painting led by local artist Joanne Andresen on April 27 at Paint for a Purpose, the second annual fundraiser benefiting Make It Happen for Yolo County.

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Yolo Food Bank Braces for Impact as Social Safety Net Programs Are Cut

Apr 23, 2025 10:34AM ● By Yolo Food Bank News Release

When the United States Department of Agriculture cuts were announced earlier this year, food banks across the country sounded the alarm. For organizations like Yolo Food Bank, the timing couldn’t be worse.

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Giving Starts Here

Apr 23, 2025 10:29AM ● By Yolo Community Foundation News Release

Yolo Community Kicks Off Big Day of Giving

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Council Approves Tiny Homes on Wheels as Allowed Dwellings

Apr 23, 2025 10:22AM ● By John McCallum

Since October 2020, Robin Davis has begun her regular public comments at City Council meetings by introducing herself as a resident who lives in her “160-square-foot, semi-off-grid tiny home on wheels on my undeveloped residential property here in West Sacramento.”

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West Sacramento Native Supports U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron in Norfolk

Apr 08, 2025 10:56AM ● By Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Osborne, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Seaman Zuriel Jones, a West Sacramento native, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5.

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Family Strengthening and Community Support During Child Abuse Prevention Month

Apr 08, 2025 10:52AM ● By Yolo County Child Abuse Prevention Council News Release

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. This April, the Yolo County Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC), a program of the Yolo County Children’s Alliance (YCCA), recognizes both the progress we've made as a community and the work that lies ahead in safeguarding our children.

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HHSA Receives Grant to Enhance Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety

Apr 08, 2025 10:35AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) has been awarded a $290,630 grant to continue its Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program.

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Garth Lewis Named Superintendent of the Year

Apr 08, 2025 10:31AM ● By Yolo County Office of Education News Release

The California Association of African American Superintendents and Administrators has honored Yolo County Superintendent of Schools Garth Lewis with the 2025 Charlie Mae Knight and Rex Fortune Superintendent of the Year Award for excellence in education.

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California Duck Days Open to All Ages

Apr 08, 2025 10:28AM ● By Yolo Basin Foundation News Release

Yolo Basin Foundation is hosting California Duck Days, Northern California’s wetlands and wildlife festival, on Saturday, April 26.

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Earth Day and Spring Celebration Includes Egg Hunt

Apr 08, 2025 10:23AM ● By John McCallum

West Sacramento area residents are invited to the city’s Bryte Park on Saturday, April 19, rain or (hopefully) shine, to have fun, win prizes, learn about creating sustainable living and hunt for 2,500 brightly-colored eggs.

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Goats Return for Spring Grazing

Apr 01, 2025 12:11PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

Find these furry firefighters in various locations around town

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300-Plus Attend Food Bank’s Annual Appreciation Event

Apr 01, 2025 11:56AM ● By Yolo Food Bank News Release

Yolo Food Bank hosted a vibrant afternoon of celebration and gratitude at its annual appreciation event on Saturday, March 22.

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