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Where All the Stars Talk

Jul 14, 2025 05:24PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Mary Jane Popp Brings Back the Stars

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Community members bring food donations during the annual food drive

SMUD's Giving Friday Returns to State Fair

Jul 14, 2025 04:25PM ● By SMUD News Release

Free Admission to Giving Friday with Donation of Nonperishable Foods

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Members of Sacramento County's Wellness Without Walls (W3) program celebrate a new collaboration with Behavioral Health's Homeless Engagement and Response Team

Mobile Health Rolls Out New Services

Jul 14, 2025 03:47PM ● By Sacramento County Department of Health Services News Release

Sacramento County’s mobile clinic is doing more than just rolling into neighborhoods; it’s rolling out a whole new level of care.

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California State Senate Welcomes Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts Experience Civic Engagement at State Capitol

Jul 14, 2025 03:22PM ● By Girl Scouts Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) was proud to welcome Girl Scouts from across the state for a two-day educational experience centered on civic engagement and advocacy.

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are steps people can take to reduce contact with harmful chemicals

U.S. Preschoolers Exposed to Broad Range of Potentially Harmful Chemicals

Jul 14, 2025 03:04PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Findings concern researchers because early childhood is a critical period for brain and body development

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Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat

Jul 14, 2025 03:01PM ● By California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services News Release

With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat.

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Sapphires in the Mail, Arriving by the Day

Jul 14, 2025 01:46PM ● By Kimberly A. Edwards, photos by Kimberly A. Edwards

California Writers Club, Sacramento will celebrate 100 years of excellence in writing on Oct. 18 at North Ridge Country Club.

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Play, Tag and Win Locally

Jul 10, 2025 11:57AM ● By Galt Chamber of Commerce News Release

The Galt District Chamber of Commerce is rolling out an exciting new summer event designed to spotlight local businesses and energize community engagement.

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Stay Afloat to Escape the Heat

Jul 10, 2025 11:54AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Ways to Get on the Water this Summer

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Running to Remember: Kevin Tonn Memorial 5K Brings Community Together

Jul 10, 2025 11:51AM ● By Paige Lampson

The morning sun cast long shadows across the streets of Galt as 140 runners gathered early on Fourth of July, their hearts heavy with remembrance yet light with purpose.

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Record Crowds Join Daylong 4th Party

Jul 10, 2025 11:40AM ● By Paige Lampson

The City of Galt pulled out all the stops for Independence Day 2025, hosting a marathon celebration that began at sunrise and ended with fireworks lighting up the night sky.

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University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson is in the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer league.

TY Johnson Signs with Lakers

Jul 08, 2025 09:43AM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson has signed a summer league contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, following the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Staying Healthy and Safe Driving in a Heatwave

Jul 08, 2025 09:30AM ● By DiscoverCars.com News Release

Drivers need to ensure they take precautions this summer, because extreme temperatures have been predicted by the National Weather Service across the U.S. from June to August.

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Greater Sacramento Division President Rachael McKinney, left, heart transplant patient Mick Doughty and Dr. David Roberts proudly display the Joint Commission/American Heart Association certificate.

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento Recertified with Top Cardiovascular Honor

Jul 08, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sutter Health News Release

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento this month received the top cardiovascular honor from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association.

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Locals Review Skatepark Concepts

Jul 03, 2025 10:56AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Dozens of community members gathered the evening of June 26 to share feedback on the redesign of the existing skatepark on Chabolla Avenue.

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Veterans Memorial Digs into Big Expansion

Jul 03, 2025 10:53AM ● By Idaly Valencia

After 17 years of planning, the veterans’ tribute at Elk Grove Regional Park is expanding into a regional landmark to honor and memorialize veterans.

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Lunch & Learn Teaches Social Media 101 for Business

Jul 03, 2025 10:47AM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt Chamber of Commerce recently hosted another engaging session of its Lunch & Learn series, featuring local Instagram-savvy business owners.

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Niello Raises Awareness of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis

Jul 03, 2025 10:44AM ● By Adelyn Fowler

The California State Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution (SCR) 73 on June 23. It aims to establish June 16-June 22, 2025, as familial adenomatous polyposis awareness week, and the ceremony also recognized attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis (AFAP), a subvariant of FAP.

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Veterans Memorial Digs into Expansion

Jul 03, 2025 09:40AM ● By Idaly Valencia

After 17 years of planning, the veterans’ tribute at Elk Grove Regional Park is expanding into a regional landmark to honor and memorialize veterans.

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Law enforcement agencies throughout California will participate in Operation Dry Water to help prevent incidents of boating under the influence

Operation Dry Water for Fourth of July Weekend

Jul 02, 2025 09:45AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is urging all boaters to boat sober this Fourth of July holiday weekend.

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An Aedes aegypti adult male mosquito rests on human skin.

Sterile Male Mosquito Pilot Program to Launch

Jun 30, 2025 05:20PM ● By Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

Technique Aims to Reduce Invasive Mosquitoes Posing Health Threat

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SUN Bucks Returns for Summer 2025

Jun 30, 2025 04:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a season of sunshine and fun but for many Sacramento County families, it also brings a food access challenge.

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Illegal Fireworks Come with Big Fines, City Warns

Jun 26, 2025 10:07AM ● By City of Galt News Release

As Independence Day approaches, the City of Galt reminds residents that illegal fireworks are not only dangerous, but they now come with much steeper penalties.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Primary care is delivered by family nurse practitioners for all areas of California

Two Graduate Nursing Programs Earn Accreditation

Jun 24, 2025 11:29AM ● By University of California, Davis Health News Release

The first week of June marked the start of a new educational journey for students in two recently-accredited graduate programs at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at University of California, Davis (UC Davis).

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Sacramento Area Council of Governments fosters collaboration and progress for an equitable, sustainable and prosperous future

25-Year Plan for Sacramento Region Growth

Jun 24, 2025 08:48AM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) announced that the draft 2025 Blueprint and Environmental Impact Report (EIR), the region's long-range transportation and land use plan, has been released for public review and comment.

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Keep Fourth of July Fireworks Safe and Legal

Jun 23, 2025 05:28PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With Independence Day coming up, it's always a good idea to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks and stay safe when using them.

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Design Dispute Delays Summerfield Homes Project

Jun 19, 2025 09:49AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Galt Planning Commission voted on June 12 to deny design approval for the proposed Summerfield at Twin Cities development project that is set to be built in north Galt.

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Artist Models Iconic Galt Water Tower

Jun 19, 2025 09:48AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The water tower located on C Street, between Fifth and Sixth streets, is a historical landmark that has stood in the center of Galt for more than 100 years. The structure is very familiar to locals as the most recognizable landmark in town.

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Diamond Anniversary Celebration for Houcks

Jun 19, 2025 09:42AM ● By Sheila Houck

In a rare and inspiring milestone, John Edward Houck and Marjorie Lee (Cox) Houck, both of Delia, Kansas, celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary on June 20.

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Galt Youth Commission Welcomes Members

Jun 19, 2025 09:37AM ● By MPG Staff

City Clerk Tina Hubert swore in the newest members of the Galt Youth Commission during the June 17 City Council meeting.

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Galt Seeks Input on Vehicle Parking Rules

Jun 19, 2025 09:35AM ● By City of Galt News Release

In the coming days, a survey will be included with residents’ utility bills to gather feedback on the city’s current regulations regarding the parking and storage of boats, RVs, trailers and unregistered or inoperable vehicles on residential properties.

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: Multiple dogs trot into the shallow water of the Animal Den Pet Resort and Spa’s in-ground pool during a previous Splashy Hour event in partnership with the Sacramento SPCA

Pup Pool Days Benefit SPCA

Jun 17, 2025 02:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

A pet boarding facility is sponsoring and hosting four Splashy Hour open-swim sessions for dogs to “get a break from the Sacramento heat” that doubles as a Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) fundraiser.

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Quincy, 8 months old, is one of 87 animals adopted from the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals during California Adopt-a-Pet Day

87 Animals Receive New Loving Homes

Jun 17, 2025 01:55PM ● By Sacramento SPCA News Release

The Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) joined more than 150 organizations in California to help find loving homes for pets during the second annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on June 7.

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Co-Ed Youth League Tips Off at Golden 1

Jun 17, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Kings and Queens Rise Co-ed Youth Sports and Mentoring League, an initiative of The Center at Sierra Health Foundation’s Black Child Legacy Campaign program, launches its eighth season this week with a tip-off event hosted by league partner, the Sacramento Kings.

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