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Midland Brings Retro-Country Sound to the California State Fair

Apr 21, 2026 12:38PM ● By California State Fair News Release

Throw on your cowboy boots and get ready to line dance in your seat as Midland brings their signature country sound to the California State Fair as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage on Tuesday, July 21.

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Singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff
A Night of Timeless Music

Apr 20, 2026 01:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Karla Bonoff Brings a Lifetime of Songs to Fair Oaks

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Photography Exhibition Featuring the Work of Phil Serna Opens at the Sacramento County Board Chamber Gallery

Apr 20, 2026 12:21PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Office of Economic Development sponsors bi-annual art exhibitions in the Board Chambers. The next time you attend a meeting in the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Chambers, be sure to check out the rotating art on display.

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Lund Construction Selected to Build Critical Public Infrastructure for Sacramento Republic FC Soccer Stadium

Apr 20, 2026 12:00PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC announced April 2 the selection of Lund Construction to build the public infrastructure surrounding the Club’s new soccer stadium at the Downtown Sacramento Railyards.

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Golden 1 Center Welcomes Return of NCAA Women’s Tournament

Apr 14, 2026 04:56PM ● By Tony Chen, photos by Tony Chen (@TCPhotos1)

NCAA Division I Women’s March Madness returned to Sacramento for the first time since 2010 from March 27 to 30, with the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 rounds held at the Golden 1 Center.

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75th Sacramento Autorama Fills Cal Expo with Hundreds of Hot Rods

Apr 13, 2026 04:48PM ● By Rod Shows News Release

Sacramento’s largest car show offers fun for the whole family May 1-3

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Nonprofit Breaks Ground on $16.5 Million Food Market in River District

Apr 13, 2026 04:25PM ● By Eric Schucht, photos by Eric Schucht

Politicians, entrepreneurs, journalists and others met at a dirt lot surrounded by warehouses on April 9 in Sacramento’s River District.

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Capital Region Small Business Awards
Capital Region Small Business Awards Set for May 6 at Memorial Auditorium

Apr 13, 2026 10:36AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Economic Development, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development and the California State Treasurer’s Office invite the public to attend the Capital Region Small Business Awards.

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Blooming Hope Preludes Brewing Hope 2026

Apr 08, 2026 10:35AM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

Blooming Hope was a beautiful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with open hearts. Greenhaven Neighborhood Church hosted the Sunday afternoon gathering in March.

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Sheraton Grand Marks 25 Years with Renovation

Apr 08, 2026 10:30AM ● By Sheraton Grand Sacramento News Release

Located in the beautifully restored Public Market Building in downtown Sacramento, the Sheraton Grand Sacramento has announced the completion of its multi-year transformation, marking a new era for the iconic downtown hotel as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.

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Museum Honors Hall of Fame’s 19th Class

Apr 08, 2026 10:27AM ● By George H. Young, photos by George H. Young

Founded in 2006, the California Hall of Fame is the California Museum’s signature annual program. Every year, the governor and first partner select inductees to honor for outstanding achievement in the arts, business and labor, entertainment, food and wine, literature, music, public service, science and sports.

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CDFW Opens Duck Stamp Art Contest

Apr 07, 2026 03:54PM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is inviting artists to submit original work for the 2026-27 California Duck Stamp Art Contest, with entries accepted from May 11 through June 19.

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River City Chorale Celebrates 50 Years

Apr 07, 2026 10:22AM ● By River City Chorale News Release

River City Chorale, the longest standing community chorus in the greater Sacramento region, is celebrating its Golden (50th) Anniversary.

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RSVP Ensemble Announces Spring Concert Series

Apr 07, 2026 10:18AM ● By Reconciliation Singers Voices of Peace News Release

Reconciliation Singers Voices of Peace (RSVP), a Sacramento-based vocal ensemble known for blending artistic excellence with community impact, will present its Spring 2026 concert series this April and May.

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Boogie All Night with KC & The Sunshine Band

Mar 30, 2026 05:15PM ● By California State Fair News Release

It’s time to put on your “Boogie Shoes” and “Get Down Tonight” to “Shake Your Booty” with the original Sunshine Man himself, KC & The Sunshine Band at the California State Fair, Saturday, July 25, as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Main Stage.

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Front Street Animal Shelter Highlights Efforts in Annual Report

Mar 24, 2026 05:06PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

The city’s Front Street Animal Shelter recently released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing the year’s successful programs and accomplishments.

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City Receives Grant to Support Cannabis Equity

Mar 24, 2026 05:01PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

State officials have awarded the City of Sacramento $2.5 million to support equity efforts in the local cannabis industry.

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Film Grants Return to Boost Local Productions

Mar 24, 2026 04:58PM ● By City of Sacramento News Release

Sacramento filmmakers and production companies can now apply for grants that help offset production costs and support film and television projects shot in the city.

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Frank Returns by a Wing and a Prayer

Mar 24, 2026 04:49PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie

The March 13 issue of both the Land Park News and the Pocket News featured a front-page story about a lone turkey roosting on the roof of Sacramento Fire Station 13 at 6135 Gloria Drive. Fire crews on different shifts offered various names: Fred or Tony, but “Frank” stuck.

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Sierra Donor Services Encourages Donor Registry During Kidney Health Month

Mar 24, 2026 10:54AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

In recognition of Kidney Health Month this March, Sierra Donor Services is calling on all greater Sacramento area residents to register as organ, eye and tissue donors.

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Queens in Action

Mar 23, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Purple Pageant marks a decade of empowering young women on and off stage

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The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire Returns this Spring

Mar 23, 2026 12:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Mark your calendar: The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns on Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bradshaw Animal Shelter, and this year, we’re making it bigger, more vibrant and more fun than ever.

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Family Fun & Playfest Free Fair
Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

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Sacramento County Invites Residents to Celebrate National Day of Play

Mar 17, 2026 11:05AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to step outside, unplug and enjoy the outdoors in celebration of National Day of Play, observed this year on Saturday, March 21.

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Koi Club
Koi Club Hosts Self-Guided Pond Tour

Mar 16, 2026 02:03PM ● By Camellia Koi Club News Release

Discover a hidden world of beauty and tranquility right here in the Sacramento area. The Camellia Koi Club is holding a one-of-a-kind, self-guided pond tour featuring stunning private ponds and koi collections across the region from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25.

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Athletics’ Star Tyler Soderstrom Announces Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament

Mar 16, 2026 12:52PM ● By Athletics News Release

Tyler Soderstrom, a California native and rising star of the Athletics, is proud to announce his Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament, an exclusive fundraising event benefiting EASE and Keaton’s Child Care Alliance.

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Shamrock Marathon Scheduled this Weekend; Closures in Downtown Sacramento

Mar 13, 2026 03:44PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Tower Bridge and Ramps Set to be Closed

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St. Mary’s Defeats McClatchy for Section Title

Mar 11, 2026 05:16PM ● By Tony Chen, photos by Tony Chen

The Saturday, Feb. 28 matchup between the Lady Lions of McClatchy High School and the Lady Rams of St. Mary’s High School at the Golden 1 Center was a highly anticipated rematch of last year’s CIF Sac-Joaquin Section semifinals, where the Lady Lions claimed a 67-59 victory on its way to a championship win over the Lady Bulldogs of Folsom High School.

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McClatchy Students Stage ‘Rock of Ages’ Musical

Mar 10, 2026 05:50PM ● By CK McClatchy High School News Release

The CK McClatchy High School Visual and Performing Arts Department is thrilled to announce its spring musical production of “Rock of Ages: Teen Edition,” a high-octane, student-powered musical packed with iconic rock anthems, bold characters and nonstop fun.

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Luck is in the Air at Old Sacramento Waterfront

Mar 10, 2026 05:46PM ● By Downtown Sacramento Partnership News Release

28th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade Returns

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Hop, Skip, Jump at Spring Eggstravaganza

Mar 10, 2026 05:00PM ● By Fairytale Town News Release

Families are invited to hop into Spring at Fairytale Town’s Spring Eggstravaganza, happening 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5.

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Shake Off the Winter Blues with $8 A's Tickets

Mar 09, 2026 05:36PM ● By Athletics News Release

The A’s are welcoming fans back to the ballpark this season with $8 tickets for select April and May games at Sutter Health Park, giving families and friends the opportunity to enjoy America’s favorite pastime together with some affordable family fun.

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Verizon
BurnBot Wins National Award

Mar 09, 2026 03:13PM ● By Verizon News Release

Verizon announced the winners of the 2025 Community Disaster Resilience Prize on March 5 at Cal Expo.

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Sacramento Life Center Launches Community Drives to Support Local Families and Free Women’s Health Services

Mar 09, 2026 01:53PM ● By Sacramento Life Center News Release

Sacramento Life Center is inviting the community to take part in two upcoming drives designed to support local families and provide essential medical services through the organization’s free clinic, Sac Valley Women’s Health.

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Magic Show to Benefit Children

Mar 09, 2026 01:11PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Carmichael-based magicians Dale and Elaine Lorzo are taking their magic to the Sacramento Scottish Rite, 6151 H St., on April 17 for a Kids Carnival and Magic Show fundraiser benefiting children’s communication.

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