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Galt FC Waves Capture Apple Classic Championship

Sep 24, 2025 02:56PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The 2014 Girls Galt FC Waves capped off a dominant tournament performance by capturing the championship at the 35th annual Apple Classic, hosted by Wesco Soccer Club.

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Warriors JV Falls to Bradshaw Christian 30-0

Sep 24, 2025 02:53PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor, photos by Paige Lampson

The Galt Warriors JV football team struggled to find its rhythm Friday night, falling to Bradshaw Christian 30-0 in a tough matchup.

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Liberty Ranch JV Falls Short in Road Battle Against Union Mine, 21-6

Sep 24, 2025 02:49PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch JV football traveled to Union Mine looking to bounce back but found itself in an early hole it couldn’t climb out of, falling 21-6 to the Hawks.

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Liberty Ranch Dominates Union Mine 37-8 Behind Explosive Ground Game

Sep 24, 2025 02:47PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Liberty Ranch Hawks soared to a commanding 37-8 victory over Union Mine on Friday night, showcasing a balanced offensive attack and stifling defense that controlled the game from start to finish.

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Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

Sep 23, 2025 04:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Major Arena Soccer League Coming to Sacramento-Cordova Region

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Karl Bly is a Sacramento native and kayaker who runs a local popular Facebook page called American River Lost & Found.

Lost, Found and Returned

Sep 23, 2025 03:14PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Kayaker behind ‘American River Lost & Found’

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Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Persistent Stomach Problems

Sep 23, 2025 02:23PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers.

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Alkali Milkvetch, flowers, herb, annual, small, wispy, plants, nature, outdoors

Another Tuleyome Tale!

Sep 23, 2025 02:09PM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Getting Up Close and Personal with Alkali Milkvetch

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Fire Prevention Week Youth Poster Contest

Sep 17, 2025 02:58PM ● By Cosumnes Fire Department News Release

Submit original artwork to the 2025 Fire Prevention Week Youth Poster Contest for a chance to win a pizza party for your class, gift certificates and other prizes.

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Vegetation Control: Goats in Action

Sep 17, 2025 02:53PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The city has partnered with a local contractor to use goats for vegetation control at several City locations.

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Local Celebrates 104 Years of Life

Sep 17, 2025 02:50PM ● By MPG Staff

Lola Solorio-Pulido, a long-time Thornton resident celebrated her 104th birthday on Monday, Sept. 15 alongside her family and friends.

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Oak View Free and Reduced Lunch Notice

Sep 17, 2025 02:45PM ● By Oak View Union Elementary School District News Release

Oak View Union Elementary School District announced that all students will be served lunch and breakfast at no charge at Oak View Union Elementary School, 7474 E. Collier Road.

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Annual Brain Health Forum Open to Everyone

Sep 17, 2025 08:50AM ● By Kevin Ruse

If someone you love has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you know how hard it can be to navigate daily life, let alone think about long-term plans.

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Restored No. 9 Steam Locomotive is on display for a limited time at the California State Railroad Museum

Restored Locomotive on Display in Historic Roundhouse

Sep 16, 2025 11:15AM ● By California State Railroad Museum News Release

In partnership with Friends of No. 9, the California State Railroad Museum is excited to announce the beautifully restored No. 9 steam locomotive and companion exhibit are now on display inside the museum’s historic Roundhouse.

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UC Davis Basketball Season Tickets on Sale

Sep 15, 2025 11:34AM ● By UC Davis News Release

With just under two months from opening tip, University of California, Davis basketball season tickets are now on sale, allowing Aggie fans to catch the action in the University Credit Union Center all winter long.

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State Water Board to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Updates to the Bay-Delta Plan

Sep 12, 2025 10:05AM ● By California Water Boards News Release

As part of the process required to update and implement the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Water Quality Control Plan (Bay-Delta Plan), the State Water Resources Control Board will begin a two-day public hearing on Sept. 25 and 26.

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Council to Discuss Boats, Trailers and RV Parking Rules

Sep 12, 2025 09:59AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The upcoming City Council meeting will review Galt Municipal Code Chapter 8.20.110, “Unlawful Public Nuisances Declared,” which addresses parking and storage of boats, trailers, campers, motor homes and other vehicles on residential properties.

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Life-Saving Fight Against Stigma

Sep 10, 2025 04:39PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Campaigns for Ostomy Awareness

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Council Approves Home Buying Assistance Program

Sep 10, 2025 04:17PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

From rising costs for senior programs to a proposed housing incentive for city employees, Galt City Council heard reports and public input during its Sept. 2 meeting.

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Liberty Ranch Hawks Dominate Franklin in 33-0 Flag Football Victory

Sep 10, 2025 04:05PM ● By Paige Lampson, photos by Paige Lampson

The Liberty Ranch Hawks girls flag football team delivered a commanding performance at home on Sept. 8, shutting out the Franklin Wildcats of Elk Grove 33-0 in a dominant display of offensive firepower and defensive prowess.

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Hawks JV Flag Football Falls in Defensive Battle

Sep 10, 2025 03:59PM ● By Paige Lampson, photos by Paige Lampson

The Liberty Ranch Hawks JV girls flag football team traveled to Lodi on Tuesday for a non-league matchup against the Lodi Flames, as the program continues to seek competitive games while awaiting league formation.

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Hawks Soar Past Linden Lions in Thrilling Five-Set Battle

Sep 10, 2025 03:56PM ● By Paige Lampson, photos by Paige Lampson

The Liberty Ranch Hawks faced a formidable challenge last week when they squared off against the talented Linden Lions in what would prove to be an epic five-set thriller.

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Responsibility: Character Trait of Focus for September, October

Sep 10, 2025 03:44PM ● By Galt Community of Character Coalition News Release

For the Galt community, responsibility stands as the character trait of focus each September and October, a tradition dating back to 2007.

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One Weekend, World of Flavors

Sep 10, 2025 03:17PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Terra Madre Americas Culinary & Cultural Festival

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Gianna Singh captured the golf Women’s Championship title

Singh Wins 2025 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship

Sep 09, 2025 01:07PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 2025 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship ran from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31 at Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course.

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annual Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit

Awareness and Accountability at Annual Fentanyl Summit

Sep 09, 2025 12:51PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Hundreds gathered from the Greater Sacramento Area for the annual Fentanyl Awareness and Action Summit at the Citrus Heights Event Center on Sept. 4, featuring resources and discussion panels regarding harm reduction, enforcement efforts, prevention and treatment.

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Coach Youth, Change Lives

Sep 03, 2025 03:23PM ● By Idaly Valencia

City Seeks Volunteers to Lead Basketball

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Matsui Visits Galt, Highlights Walker Park Expansion

Sep 03, 2025 03:12PM ● By Idaly Valencia

On Aug. 26, Rep. Doris Matsui visited the city of Galt to discuss upcoming community improvements, shop at the Galt Market and join the community to honor the memory of Officer Harminder Grewal.

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Constitution Day in the Park

Sep 03, 2025 03:10PM ● By Sacramento Constitution Discussion Group News Release

Constitution Discussion Groups (CDGs) of Sacramento, Placer and El Dorado counties are delighted to announce their upcoming Constitution Day Celebration on Sept. 21.

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Public Pathway to be Temporarily Closed

Sep 03, 2025 02:58PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt announced to residents via social media on Sept. 1 that there will be a temporary closure of the pedestrian and bike path between Kost Road, Lincoln Way and Chase Drive.

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Public Pathway to be Temporarily Closed

Sep 03, 2025 02:58PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt announced to residents via social media on Sept. 1 that there will be a temporary closure of the pedestrian and bike path between Kost Road, Lincoln Way and Chase Drive.

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Concert on C Street Offers Connection, Celebration and Community

Sep 03, 2025 02:56PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt is presenting the Concert on C Street event from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, featuring live performances from bands at nearby businesses.

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Helping Hand Association: Advocating for Seniors, Veterans

Sep 03, 2025 02:53PM ● By Bob Balliet

An organization cannot be built without the involvement of committed individuals, and Galt is blessed in having many talented, retired individuals with experience in a variety of fields.

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Galt Schools, Police Promote Bike Safety

Sep 03, 2025 02:49PM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt Joint Union Elementary School District addressed the Galt community in its September newsletter, released Aug. 29, about bike and scooter safety due to a recent increase in related accidents over the last six months.

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Warriors Capture First Home Victory in Two Years with 24-12 Win Over Kennedy

Sep 03, 2025 02:47PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Galt Warriors ended a long drought on Friday night, defeating the Kennedy Cougars 24-12 for their first home victory in two years in a hard-fought battle that showcased the team’s growth on both sides of the ball.

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