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SacSewer accepted the 2025 Utility of the Future Today award

SacSewer Named Utility of the Future Today Recipient

Nov 03, 2025 01:49PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) News Release

The Sacramento region’s sewage collection, treatment and resource recovery utility has earned national recognition for its innovative partnerships that protect local waterways and strengthen community resilience.

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Mayor’s Podcast Features State Senator

Oct 29, 2025 04:15PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

State Sen. Roger Niello, who represents District 6, visited Galt last week for several community events, including an appearance on Mayor Shawn Farmer’s podcast, “Great American Little Town.”

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Council Approves Budget Adjustments, New Engineering Position, New State Codes

Oct 29, 2025 04:06PM ● By John McCallum

The City Council unanimously adopted a mid-term final appropriations adjustment to the city’s 2024-2026 budget along with establishing a new engineering classification in the Public Works Department as part of the consent agenda at its Oct. 21 meeting.

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Sandhill Crane Festival Returns with Popular Art Show

Oct 29, 2025 04:00PM ● By Lodi Sandhill Crane Association News Release

Since September, Sandhill Cranes have been making their seasonal migration to Delta wetlands where they will remain until February or March. In celebration of their return, the 27th Lodi Sandhill Crane Festival (SCF) will be held at Lodi’s Hutchins Street Square on Nov. 8 to 9, with an opening reception on Friday, Nov. 7.

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CSD Board Approves Fire Code Updates, Professional Services and LAFCo Seats

Oct 29, 2025 03:23PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Cosumnes Community Services District (CSD) Board of Directors met Oct. 15 to discuss several agenda items, including the 2025 California Fire Code, new on-call professional service contracts and appointments to the Sacramento Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo).

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Tule River Indian Tribe of California Reclaims 17,030 Acres and Reintroduces Tule Elk on Ancestral Land

Oct 29, 2025 02:25PM ● By California Natural Resources Agency News Release

Funded through California Natural Resource Agency’s Tribal Nature-Based Solutions Program, Wildlife Conservation Board’s Habitat Conservation Fund, and private philanthropic partners, for the Tule River Indian Tribe, the return facilitated by The Conservation Fund restores sacred homelands, renews access to traditional foods and medicines and strengthens cultural continuity for future generations

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Flooring Liquidators Opens New Local Showroom

Oct 24, 2025 10:40AM ● By Flooring Liquidators News Release

Flooring Liquidators, one of California’s largest independent flooring retailers, announced on Oct. 23 that the opening of its newest showroom at 10299 East Stockton Blvd.

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City Passes E-Bike Safety Ordinance

Oct 23, 2025 11:11AM ● By Idaly Valencia

During its Oct. 7 meeting, the Galt City Council unanimously approved an urgency ordinance regulating the use of e-bikes, e-scooters and similar motorized devices.

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Celebrate Galt at the Saturday Market Finale

Oct 23, 2025 11:06AM ● By City of Galt News Release

Mark your calendars and join the City of Galt for the grand finale of the 2025 Saturday Market series from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1.

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Costumes, Pumpkins and Season Spirit

Oct 15, 2025 04:40PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Fall Events to Attend All Month Long

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Kiwanis Hosts Bark Park Celebration

Oct 15, 2025 04:29PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor, photos by Paige Lampson

The Kiwanis Club of Galt recently held its annual Bark Park event at the Galt dog park it helps to sponsor, bringing together the community for a day of canine fun and fellowship.

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Galt Council Approves A.N.T. Pallet Site Cleanup

Oct 15, 2025 03:48PM ● By John McCallum

Galt City Council took a big step forward at its Oct. 7 meeting to remove hazardous conditions on a property just off U.S. Highway 99 that has plagued the city for several years.

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Chamber Kicks Off October with Ribbon Cuttings

Oct 15, 2025 03:43PM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt Chamber of Commerce kicked off the month with two back-to-back ribbon-cutting ceremonies for two local businesses: Banner Bank and The Color Wheel.

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Notice of Upcoming Construction of Carillion Deep Well Project

Oct 15, 2025 03:37PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt announced via social media on Oct. 13 that its Public Works Department has begun the design phase for a new deep well at the Carillion Well site, located at 1018 Di Maggio Way.

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Free Mammograms for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oct 14, 2025 11:26AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Uninsured and underinsured members of the community are urged to act now

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County Responds to Special Election Ballot Envelope Concerns

Oct 14, 2025 10:39AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Department of Voter Registration and Elections staff recently learned about online posts concerning the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election ballot and envelope. (Proposition 50 is on the ballot.)

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Small Town with Big Heart

Oct 09, 2025 10:19AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Nonprofit Rescues Dogs, Educates Community

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Public Review Open for Sheffield Subdivision Project

Oct 09, 2025 10:13AM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt is inviting residents to provide feedback on the proposed Sheffield Subdivision Project, a 9.5-acre development planned for 13315 E. Stockton Boulevard.

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Scratch Kitchen Meets Craft Cocktails

Oct 09, 2025 10:11AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt featured Brewster’s Kitchen & Cocktails on its “Discover Galt” section of its Sept. 26 newsletter.

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Helicopter Crash on US-50 Results in Major Injuries

Oct 09, 2025 10:10AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On Monday, Oct. 6, shortly after 7 p.m., the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Sacramento Communications Center received calls reporting a helicopter crash on eastbound U.S. Highway 50, west of 59th Street.

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Liberty Ranch Celebrates Homecoming

Oct 09, 2025 10:02AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School wrapped up a memorable homecoming week with the crowning of Bailey Babcock and Derek Nelson as Homecoming queen and king, capping off festivities that brought the entire school community together in celebration.

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Kindergarteners in a low-income Sacramento County classroom receive blankets and Beanie Babies

Beanie Babies Needed for Holiday Gift Drive for Kindergarteners

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Claire Gliddon, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or gently used Beanie Babies for their kindergarten project that takes place each holiday season.

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New EBT Cards Being Mailed

Oct 07, 2025 03:14PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has announced that magnetic stripe EBT cards are set to expire by Oct. 25.

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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E-Scooters to Dirt Bikes: Galt Tackles Micromobility Safety

Oct 01, 2025 03:55PM ● By Idaly Valencia

With the rise of micromobility options such as electric bikes and scooters, cities across the U.S., including Galt, have more of these vehicles on the streets.

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St. Luke’s to Host Annual ‘Blessing of the Animals’

Oct 01, 2025 03:51PM ● By Idaly Valencia

On Sunday, Oct. 5, Galt St. Luke’s Episcopal Church will honor beloved pets in the community during its annual “Blessing of the Animals” service.

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Fire Department Welcomes First Certified Canine Rescuer

Oct 01, 2025 03:47PM ● By Cosumnes Community Services District News Release

The Cosumnes Fire Department proudly announces a historic first: Captain Justin Quarisa and his canine partner, Ruffles, have officially earned national certification as a live find canine search team, a first in the department’s history.

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Galt High Homecoming Parade

Oct 01, 2025 03:43PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Galt High School Warriors paraded down C Street on Friday, Sept. 26, kicking off homecoming celebrations.

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Liberty Ranch High School Homecoming Parade Route Oct. 3

Oct 01, 2025 03:41PM ● By MPG Staff

The Liberty Ranch High School homecoming parade is set for Friday, Oct. 3, beginning at 11:20 a.m. Floats and parade vehicles will line up at 10 a.m. in the back parking lot before starting the procession, which returns to its traditional route this year.

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Warriors Compete at First Sierra Valley League Meet

Oct 01, 2025 03:37PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Galt Warriors Cross Country team made its Sierra Valley Conference debut on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at Folsom Lake College, with the Boys Frosh/Soph squad capturing first place and both the Girls Frosh/Soph and Girls Varsity teams earning third-place finishes against top Division 4 and 5 competition.

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Warriors Fall to Rosemont 38-0 in Homecoming Heartbreaker

Oct 01, 2025 03:28PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor, photos by Paige Lampson

The Galt Warriors faced a tough night under the lights during their homecoming game, falling to a strong Rosemont squad 38-0. Despite the lopsided score, head coach JJ Woodward found reasons to praise his team’s effort and named junior Anthony Trejo as his player of the week.

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Hawks Take Off at First League Meet

Oct 01, 2025 03:22PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Liberty Ranch Hawks Cross Country team competed in its first Sierra Valley Conference league meet of the season on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at Folsom Lake College, with several athletes achieving personal records against strong Division 4 and 5 competition.

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Liberty Ranch Rallies Past Amador 40-26 Behind Strong Ground Game

Oct 01, 2025 03:21PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch overcame a sluggish start to defeat Amador 40-26 Friday night, using a dominant rushing attack and second-half adjustments to pull away for the victory.

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Plentiful Produce at the Galt Market

Oct 01, 2025 03:16PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Nothing compares to the taste of locally grown produce. At the Galt Market, the city is proud to feature more than 90 produce vendors offering a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, all sourced from local farms.

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