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Senate Republicans Unveil Priorities for Californians

Dec 31, 2025 10:39AM ● By Office of Sen. Roger Niello News Release

Californians are paying more and getting less. Even as the state is on track to collect more taxpayer money in the near future, the return on investment for core services continues to decline.

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Senate Republicans Unveil Priorities for Californians

Dec 31, 2025 10:39AM ● By Office of Sen. Roger Niello News Release

Californians are paying more and getting less. Even as the state is on track to collect more taxpayer money in the near future, the return on investment for core services continues to decline.

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Winter Bird Festival Soars Back to Town

Dec 30, 2025 04:56PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The 19th Annual Galt Winter Bird Festival returns on Saturday, Feb. 7, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy a full day celebrating nature, wildlife and community.

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CDFA Lifts Statewide Ban on Poultry and Dairy Cattle Exhibitions

Dec 30, 2025 12:10PM ● By Lloyd Green Jr.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has lifted its statewide ban on poultry and dairy cattle exhibitions at fairs and shows, clearing the way for animals to return to exhibition barns across the state.

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CalCCA Challenges CPUC Decision Raising Energy Bills

Dec 29, 2025 04:53PM ● By California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) News Release

California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) recently filed a Petition for Writ of Review with the California Court of Appeal, Third District, challenging a recent California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decision that retroactively changes the methodology used to calculate the Power Charge Indifference Adjustment.

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A Century of Craft and Community

Dec 23, 2025 03:43PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

St. Luke’s Christmas Bazaar Marks 112 Years

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City Approves Council Raise, 18 Full-Time Positions

Dec 23, 2025 03:37PM ● By Idaly Valencia

At its final meeting of the year on Dec. 16, the Galt City Council reviewed a new community outreach project, considered updates to council compensation and approved full-time positions for part-time city employees.

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Galt Food Center, Radio Lazer Spread Holiday Cheer

Dec 23, 2025 03:33PM ● By MPG Staff

Families lined up early Dec. 7 as the Galt Food Center, in partnership with Radio Lazer 93.9, hosted a toy and gift drive celebrating the spirit of the holiday season by giving back to local youth and residents.

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Cal-Waste Holiday Collection Schedule

Dec 23, 2025 03:27PM ● By City of Galt News Release

As we move into the holiday season, we want to ensure that all Galt residents are aware of temporary changes to their waste collection schedule.

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From The Hangout to The Chopping Block: Local Favorite Reimagined

Dec 23, 2025 03:25PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The Chopping Block Deli, owned by mother-and-son duo Bobbi and Nathaniel, is bringing a fresh twist to the classic mom-and-pop deli experience in Galt.

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Miracles in Old Elk Grove Toy Drive Spreads Holiday Cheer

Dec 19, 2025 04:39PM ● By Cosumnes Fire Department News Release

Miracles in Old Elk Grove, the community-led toy drive, is welcoming holiday generosity once again, aiming to bring joy to about 150 families in Elk Grove and neighboring Galt.

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Barsetti Vineyards to Host December Paint & Sip

Dec 18, 2025 09:56AM ● By MPG Staff

Enjoy a paint & sip session at 1 p.m., replicating this Grinch themed holiday painting!

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City Unveils First Sensory Playground

Dec 17, 2025 01:56PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Parks and Recreation staff, city officials and chamber of commerce representatives attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday, Dec. 6 to mark the opening of Galt’s first sensory playground.

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Community Toy Drive Accepting Donations

Dec 17, 2025 12:40PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The Galt Police Department and Cosumnes Fire Department are proud to host this year’s Toy Drive, inviting the community to help make the season brighter for local children.

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Sacramento-Area Fees to Build New Homes Average $109,000, Study Finds

Dec 16, 2025 09:52AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

BIA Calls on Local Governments to Lower Fees, Improve Affordability

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Santa Strolls, Streets Sparkle

Dec 10, 2025 03:36PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Galt Kicks Off Holiday Season Celebrations

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Chamber Cuts Ribbon for Luxury Salon

Dec 10, 2025 03:25PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

The Galt Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Dec. 2 for local luxury hairstylist Krystal Mason to celebrate the opening of her new salon, Krystaldoeskolor.

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Bonnie Rodriguez Appointed as City's Next Mayor

Dec 10, 2025 03:19PM ● By MPG Staff

At its Dec. 2 meeting, the Galt City Council appointed its next mayor and vice mayor, selecting Mayor Bonnie Rodriguez and Vice Mayor Tim Reed to lead the city into 2026.

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City Council Approves Sheffield Subdivision Project

Dec 10, 2025 03:17PM ● By John McCallum

The Galt City Council approved five measures at its Dec. 2 meeting that enable another residential project to move toward construction, but not before expressing concerns about aspects of the project and adding an additional condition.

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Celebrate Holiday Cheer at Breakfast with Santa

Dec 10, 2025 03:14PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The city announced in the latest edition of its newsletter the much-anticipated return of Breakfast with Santa at the Chabolla Community Center.

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SAFE Credit Union to Combine with BECU

Dec 08, 2025 01:14PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Boeing Employees’ Credit Union (BECU) and SAFE Credit Union announced they have signed a definitive agreement to combine, uniting two purpose-driven credit unions with a shared commitment to the financial well-being of their members and the communities they serve.

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Sacramento County Maintains Class 2 FEMA Rating

Dec 08, 2025 11:41AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Class 2 Rating Provides 40% Discount on Flood Insurance

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Light Parade to Illuminate City Streets

Dec 03, 2025 04:38PM ● By MPG Staff

Galt’s annual Lighting of the Night Parade will return Saturday, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m., bringing a familiar route back to the community.

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Meet Santa at the Rae Museum and McFarland Ranch

Dec 03, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt Historical Society will welcome Santa and his elves for its annual Christmas event from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7 at the Rae House Museum, 204 Oak Ave.

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Upcoming Road Closures for Harvest Water Project

Dec 03, 2025 04:22PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt notified residents Dec. 2 through social media about a series of upcoming road closures tied to the Harvest Water Project, a regional infrastructure initiative led by Sacramento County.

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First Installment of County Secured Property Taxes Due

Dec 02, 2025 12:55PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The deadline for paying the first installment of 2025-26 Sacramento County property taxes is coming up. Payments are due no later than Dec. 10, 2025. Late payments will incur a 10- percent penalty for each tax bill. Partial payments are not accepted.

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‘Walking America Couple’ Pass Through

Nov 25, 2025 04:43PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The “Walking America Couple,” currently at the midpoint of their 50-state journey, visited Galt the week of Nov. 20 as part of their cross-country adventure.

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St. Luke’s to Host 112th Christmas Bazaar

Nov 25, 2025 04:39PM ● By Idaly Valencia

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church will continue one of Galt’s longest-running holiday traditions when it hosts its annual Christmas Bazaar during the first weekend of December.

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Hanukkah Celebration Dec. 14 in Elk Grove

Nov 25, 2025 04:24PM ● By MPG Staff

Rabbi Chaim Groner and Chabad of Elk Grove invite the entire Elk Grove community to its fourth annual Chanukah celebration “Light Up Elk Grove” from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14, at Old Town Plaza, 9615 Railroad St.

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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Barsetti Vineyards Weekend Events

Nov 19, 2025 04:55PM ● By MPG Staff

Join Barsetti Vineyards this weekend for its upcoming leisure events.

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Cheers to the Holiday Season

Nov 19, 2025 04:34PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Festive Community Events Roundup

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Commission Approves Sheffield Housing Project, Grocery Outlet Permit

Nov 19, 2025 04:26PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

At its Nov. 13 meeting, the Galt Planning Commission unanimously approved two major proposals for a new Grocery Outlet store and a 65-home residential subdivision to the city.

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Council Adopts Strategic Plan to Shape City’s Future

Nov 19, 2025 04:20PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt announced in its most recent newsletter that the city is shaping its future with the 2025-2027 City of Galt Strategic Plan, which was adopted by city council at its Nov. 4 meeting.

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