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Fog Willow Farms Welcomes Everyone

Oct 06, 2026 04:37PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

Opening day for the Fog Willow Farms pumpkin patch was Sept. 26, and it will stay open through Oct. 31. Fog Willow Farms is in Wilton, and it is a 9-acre, family-owned farm that hosts a seasonal pumpkin patch and petting zoo.

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A Church Helping Others

Oct 06, 2026 04:28PM ● By Keith Burbank

Members of one of the city’s first four churches are celebrating more than 100 years since Episcopalians started worshiping there.

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The event will feature miles of aircraft

California Capital Airshow Returns with Night Show and World-Renowned Performer Lineup

Oct 05, 2026 10:40AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 20th annual California Capital Airshow (CCA), presented in partnership by Sacramento County and the City of Rancho Cordova, returns Oct. 10-11 from noon to 8 p.m. daily at Mather Airport in Sacramento.

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Hawks Blank Rosemont at Homecoming

Sep 29, 2026 03:28PM ● By Paige Lampson

Quarterback Ryan Ogas and Savanna Garbarino crowned king and queen at halftime, and more than 500 students set a school record at Saturday’s dance

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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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Dinner-Dance Draws Dozens Downtown

Sep 29, 2026 02:00PM ● By Keith Burbank, photos by Keith Burbank

Music, dancing and barbecue Sept. 26 helped residents and dignitaries honor a tradition here that goes back perhaps more than 100 years.

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California Writers Week in the Capitol Region

Sep 29, 2026 10:16AM ● By California Writers Week News Release

California Writers Week, an annual recognition of the talents and contributions of writers in our state, takes place the third week of October.

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Almost a thousand volunteers removed 11,470 pounds of trash

More Than 11,470 Pounds of Trash Removed by Volunteers During River Clean-Up

Sep 29, 2026 09:42AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation’s largest clean-up of the year spanned 13 sites along the American River Parkway

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United Way Invites Women to ‘Innovate and Ignite’ Foster Youth Event

Sep 29, 2026 09:36AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

Four prominent local women leaders will join guests for fireside chat

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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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Small Businesses Seek Relief from Privacy Suits

Sep 23, 2026 10:16AM ● By Keith Burbank and Kevin Dietrich

Sacramento-area and Bay Area small businesses are urging Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign Senate Bill 690, which amends the California Invasion of Privacy Act relating to pen register and trap-and-trace violations.

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Galt’s It Girl Club CA Boosts Confidence

Sep 22, 2026 03:06PM ● By Galt Chamber of Commerce News Release

Women in Galt have a new place to move, connect, and build confidence with the official opening of It Girl Club CA, a unique fitness studio that combines Pilates and Pom fitness in a welcoming, community-focused environment.

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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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S.A.F.E. Event to Shine Light on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking

Sep 14, 2026 11:52AM ● By MAD LIT News Release

The public is invited to attend a powerful event, S.A.F.E. – Stopping Abuse for Everyone, to help bring awareness, education, intervention, prevention and healing to the issues of domestic violence and human trafficking.

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Sacramento’s Biggest Outdoor Oktoberfest is Coming!

Sep 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Get ready for a brand-new fall tradition coming to Cal Expo! On Oct. 9 – 10, Saktoberfest is coming for two days of live music, traditional food, games, family-friendly fun and Oktoberfest celebrations.

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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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Lodi Resident Wins $583,824 Jackpot at Sky River Casino

Sep 09, 2026 08:04AM ● By Joe Wirt

As Sky River Casino wraps up its anniversary month celebration, one lucky guest is ending August with more than a half a million reasons to celebrate.

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Celebrating Transit Month in September

Sep 08, 2026 04:32PM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

Sacramento riders can earn gift cards by simply logging their rides

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From Tragedy to Tradition

Aug 31, 2026 05:43PM ● By AMPLIFY 360 News Release

Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

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Finding Capacity and Resilience

Aug 31, 2026 05:04PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Exploring Somatic Therapy and Dream Work with Nicole Lemaster, LFMT, SEP

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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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What County’s Zoning Code Changes Mean for Residents

Aug 25, 2026 03:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When most people hear the words “Zoning Code,” they probably think about developers, construction projects and a whole lot of rules that have very little to do with their everyday lives, and some people probably don’t ever hear the words “Zoning Code” at all.

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Careers Take Flight at Mather

Aug 24, 2026 02:02PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Destination Aviation gives students a hands-on look at aerospace and STEM careers

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Women’s Empowerment Celebrates 25 Years at Silver Anniversary Gala

Aug 24, 2026 12:39PM ● By Women’s Empowerment News Release

Celebrating 25 years of empowering Sacramento women and children to rise from homelessness, Women’s Empowerment will hold its Silver Anniversary Gala on Sept. 25.

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