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New Law Limits CIPA Lawsuits

Oct 07, 2026 08:30AM ● By Stop CIPA Shakedown Lawsuits News Release

The Stop CIPA Shakedown Lawsuits coalition Oct. 1 celebrated Gov. Gavin Newsom's signing of SB 690, a major reform to the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) that will provide much-needed relief to thousands of California small businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies facing abusive lawsuits and demand letters.

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A Concrete Incubation Story

Sep 29, 2026 03:25PM ● By Keith Burbank

A small business here is prospering following incubation at the Galt Chamber of Commerce.

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Appointing or Electing Clerk, City Treasurer on Ballot

Sep 29, 2026 02:59PM ● By Keith Burbank

Voters here will decide Nov. 3 whether the city treasurer and city clerk roles remain elected or appointed positions.

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Sacramento International Airport parking

SMF Parking Rate Changes Support New Garage and Customer Improvements

Sep 28, 2026 10:01AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will adjust public parking rates when the new Parking Garage 2 opens later this year, supporting a major expansion and modernization of the airport’s parking system.

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Council Approves Crystal Way Property Rezone

Sep 23, 2026 11:14AM ● By John McCallum

The City Council has unanimously approved measures that could make potential development of 12.42 acres in southeast Galt much easier for the property owner.

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Hard Hat ‘Hero’ Wins $10,000

Sep 23, 2026 11:13AM ● By Keith Burbank

A concrete pumper from Galt won $10,000 for helping to build schools, hospitals and other structures that improve the lives for the rest of us.

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New City Editor Crossed U.S. to Galt

Sep 15, 2026 04:09PM ● By Keith Burbank

Hi! I’m Keith Burbank, the new city editor for the Elk Grove Citizen, The Galt Herald, Land Park News, Pocket News, Arden Arcade News, East Sacramento News and River Valley Times. I moved to Sacramento from Jensen Beach, Florida.

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Galt Girl Going to St. Jude’s

Sep 15, 2026 04:05PM ● By Keith Burbank

A 2-year-old Galt girl is going to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis for treatment of a rare cancer.

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California Small Businesses One Step Closer to Relief from Abusive CIPA Lawsuits

Sep 14, 2026 11:45AM ● By Stop CIPA Shakedown Lawsuits News Release

The Stop CIPA Shakedown Lawsuits coalition has expressed its support for SB 690 following its passage through the California State Legislature and advancement to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk.

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Grocery Outlet Opens in Galt

Sep 10, 2026 11:49AM ● By Keith Burbank

About 100 people sat and stood in line before Grocery Outlet opened its doors for the first time Sept. 10 in Galt.

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City Opens 2026 Community Photo Contest

Sep 09, 2026 08:57AM ● By Joe Wirt

Calling all photographers! The City of Galt is officially launching the 2026 Greetings from Galt Community Photo Contest.

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City Hosting Senior Resource Fair

Sep 09, 2026 08:55AM ● By Joe Wirt

The city of Galt is holding its Senior Health & Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Oct. 29.

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Kiwanis Brings ‘Sports Night’ to S.T.A.R. Social

Sep 09, 2026 08:54AM ● By Paige Lampson

Chili dogs, cornhole and a whole lot of laughter filled the room as the Kiwanis Club of Galt hosted a sports-themed evening for members of S.T.A.R., sponsoring one of the group’s monthly socials. S.T.A.R. is a social recreational program for adults and teens who are developmentally disabled.

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Bill Clarifies How Schools Spend Arts Money

Sep 09, 2026 08:50AM ● By Joe Wirt

A bill to clarify how schools should spend California’s $1 billion annual investment in arts education is headed for Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk after legislators reached a compromise with a champion of the original initiative.

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Fiscal Year 2026-27 Revised Recommended Budget Available

Sep 08, 2026 10:04AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will begin Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Revised Recommended Budget hearings on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 9:30 a.m. in Board Chambers in the Sacramento County Administration building, located at 700 H Street, Sacramento, 95814. If necessary, hearings will continue on Sept. 9,10 and 11 at the same time and location.

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Two County Top Teachers Announced

Aug 25, 2026 04:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Educators from Dudley Elementary, Galt High Advance to State Level

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Council Approves Galt Market Evening Session Trial

Aug 25, 2026 04:20PM ● By John McCallum

One of Galt’s major attractions is eyeing an expansion to attract more local customers as well as those from out of town.

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Galt Police Department Reminds Local Businesses About Underage Alcohol Sales

Aug 25, 2026 04:18PM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt Police Department is reminding local businesses and their employees that it is illegal to sell or furnish alcoholic beverages to anyone under 21 years of age.

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Gora Aquatic Center Announces Fall Swim Hours

Aug 25, 2026 04:17PM ● By MPG Staff

With many of the Gora Aquatic Center’s lifeguards returning to high school and college, the aquatic center has transitioned to its fall swim schedule.

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hazardous materials

EMD Offers Free Training for Local Businesses

Aug 24, 2026 12:57PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Businesses that handle hazardous materials can strengthen their compliance knowledge through a series of free, in-person training courses offered by the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD).

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School Season Brings More Young Riders to Local Trails

Aug 18, 2026 03:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As students gear up for back-to-school season, Sacramento County expects to see an increase in kids and teens riding bicycles and e-bikes.

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Naturwood's Wheel Turns Again

Aug 18, 2026 03:50PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Company Restores Familiar Highway 50 Landmark

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Lights, Sirens, Smiles for National Night Out

Aug 12, 2026 12:06PM ● By Joe Wirt

There is a particular sound a small city makes on the first Tuesday in August, and in Galt it arrived a little before dusk: the low rumble of engines, a few short whoops of a siren, the rising cheer of children who heard it all coming before they could see it.

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Ready to Move? City Offers Zumba and Pilates Classes

Aug 12, 2026 11:56AM ● By MPG Staff

Residents looking to stay active have two fitness options available in Galt, with ongoing Zumba classes at the Littleton Community Center and a series of Mat Pilates Sculpt classes scheduled through December at Galt Community Park.

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Concerts on C Street Continue

Aug 04, 2026 05:04PM ● By MPG Staff

Concerts on C Street, a free concert series bringing music genres from around the world to Galt, continues this Saturday with a performance by Gary Bohannon & The Bad Habits Band. The six-person band will perform Motown and R&B favorites. Dancing is encouraged.

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Locals Gear Up for Annual Herald Day

Jul 28, 2026 01:48PM ● By Joe Wirt

Locals and visitors will come together for a parade, food and drink, crafts and kids’ fun during the annual Herald Day celebration at Herald Community Park on Saturday.

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Council Passes Water Measures, Hears about Cemetery Vandalism

Jul 28, 2026 01:45PM ● By Joe Wirt

The City Council unanimously approved several measures at its July 21 meeting that address water usage in the city, two dealing with water supply and conservation.

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aerial view of the Carillion Deep Well Expansion and Storage Reservoir Project

City Releases 2025 Water Quality Report

Jul 14, 2026 03:33PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt has released its 2025 Consumer Confidence Report, reaffirming that the city's drinking water met all state and federal drinking water standards throughout the year while outlining ongoing infrastructure improvements and conservation efforts.

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Walker Park Phase II Breaks Ground

Jul 07, 2026 04:07PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Community leaders and project partners broke ground July 6 on the next phase of improvements at Walker Community Park, 380 W. Elm Ave., launching an expansion that will add new youth sports facilities and amenities to the city’s recreation complex located on the west side of town.

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An All-American Celebration

Jun 30, 2026 12:37PM ● By MPG Staff

Fourth of July Festivities Spotlighted

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Teen Earns Cosmetology License, Taking Clients

Jun 30, 2026 12:33PM ● By The Hive Salon & Spa News Release

As high school graduation season wraps up and thousands of local teens prepare to pack for college, one 17-year-old Galt resident is already launching her professional career.

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Lora Anguay Named Next SMUD CEO and General Manager

Jun 30, 2026 09:42AM ● By SMUD News Release

Lora Anguay, a 22-year SMUD veteran and deeply rooted community leader, has been named to succeed Paul Lau as the utility’s chief executive officer and general manager.

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Chamber Honors Excellence at Awards Night

Jun 23, 2026 04:44PM ● By Galt Chamber of Commerce News Release

The Galt Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the accomplishments, dedication and community spirit of its local business community during the 2025 Awards Night held on Friday, May 29 in the Galt Chamber Courtyard.

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Council Approves 2026-2027 City Budget

Jun 23, 2026 04:36PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council unanimously approved Galt’s $110.94 million 2026-2027 fiscal year budget at its June 16 meeting, a budget that has significant changes from previous budgets.

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Council Adopts Objective Residential Design Standards

Jun 17, 2026 09:39AM ● By John McCallum

At its June 2 meeting, the City Council unanimously approved an ordinance amending and updating the city’s single-family residential design standards.

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