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Beyond the Books

Jun 23, 2026 09:56AM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

10 Things to do at the Library This Summer

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McCaffrey Promotion Marks New Beginnings

Jun 17, 2026 09:48AM ● By Idaly Valencia

McCaffrey Middle School’s Class of 2026 marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another during its promotion ceremony June 3, celebrating students’ achievements as they prepare to enter high school.

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McCreery Joins Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

Jun 17, 2026 09:36AM ● By Paige Lampson, Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School standout Mikina McCreery will continue her athletic and academic career at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she has signed to compete with the university’s Division I STUNT program and pursue a degree in public health.

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Babcock Signs with Jessup University

Jun 17, 2026 09:34AM ● By Paige Lampson, Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School STUNT athlete Bailey Babcock will continue her athletic and academic career at Jessup University in Rocklin this fall, joining a national champion STUNT program led by Liberty Ranch alumna Alexis Welch.

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Ava Ramos Heads to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

Jun 17, 2026 09:29AM ● By Paige Lampson, Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School STUNT athlete Ava Ramos will continue her athletic and academic career at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, where she will join the university’s STUNT program and pursue her goal of becoming a teacher.

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Richardson Joins Northwest Nazarene

Jun 17, 2026 09:27AM ● By Paige Lampson, Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School STUNT athlete Sofia Richardson will continue her athletic and academic career at Northwest Nazarene University, a private Christian university in Nampa, Idaho, where she plans to pursue nursing while competing in STUNT.

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F3 Dry Creek Hosts Male-Community Workout

Jun 16, 2026 02:46PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

F3 Dry Creek hosted one of its weekly male-community workouts on Saturday June 13 at Galt Community Park. The group put on two workouts in the morning, the first starting at 5:15 a.m. while the second one started at 6:30 a.m.

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The Marinelli Bros Circus Brings a New Experience to Sacramento

Jun 15, 2026 02:27PM ● By The Marinelli Brothers Circus News Release

Get ready Sacramento, the circus is in town!

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Young visitors got up close with aircraft

Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Jun 15, 2026 11:58AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport

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Long-Term Agreement Keeps Major Music Festivals at Discovery Park Through 2035

Jun 15, 2026 11:44AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

June 9, The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a 10-year agreement between Sacramento County and Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP), authorizing the company to host up to three multi-day festivals annually at Discovery Park through 2035.

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Estrellita Sends off Class of 2026

Jun 10, 2026 04:42PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Forty-one of Estrellita High School’s 50 graduating seniors received their diplomas during the school’s commencement ceremony June 2, celebrating the milestone alongside family, friends, teachers and district leaders.

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Monthly Utility Payment Option Available for Residents

Jun 09, 2026 05:33PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt offers several ways for residents to pay their utility bill, allowing them to choose an option that best fits their needs.

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Family Health and Fitness Day Offers Outdoor Fun for All

Jun 09, 2026 09:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Looking for a fun way to get active, spend time outdoors and make memories with your family? Sacramento County residents will have plenty of opportunities to do just that during Family Health & Fitness Day on Saturday, June 13.

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Pony Express National Re-Ride Departs June 15

Jun 08, 2026 10:38AM ● By National Pony Express Association (NPEA) News Release

Historic 1,900-Mile Journey to Feature America 250 Celebration

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Taking a Tour of the Rae

Jun 03, 2026 11:37AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

For nearly four decades, the Galt Area Historical Society has worked to preserve pieces of Galt’s past that might have otherwise been lost. That mission is on full display inside the Rae House Museum at 204 Oak Ave.

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Investments Coming to Fruition

Jun 03, 2026 11:25AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Galt Showcases Progress at Annual State of the City

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Remembering the Fallen at Galt Cemetery

Jun 03, 2026 11:17AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Hundreds of American flags waved above headstones at Galt-Arno Cemetery on Memorial Day as the community gathered to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation.

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Galt FFA Earns Second Place in Luke Bryan’s Patriotic Challenge

Jun 03, 2026 11:11AM ● By California FFA News Release

FFA chapters from across California recently showcased creativity, teamwork and community service through the Bayer and Luke Bryan Farm Tour “Can-Do” Patriotic Challenge.

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Galt High’s Andriena Marroquin Signs with Northwest Nazarene STUNT

Jun 03, 2026 11:10AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Galt High School’s Andriena Marroquin is taking her athletic career to the next level after signing to compete in STUNT at Northwest Nazarene University in Nampa, Idaho.

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Galt Gators Stay Undefeated with Win Over Sacramento Stingrays

Jun 03, 2026 11:07AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Galt Gators Swim Team stayed undefeated Saturday with a strong 472-351 dual-meet victory over the Sacramento Stingrays.

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Carina Escobar to Continue STUNT Career at Northwest Nazarene with Cousin

Jun 03, 2026 11:03AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor, photos by Paige Lampson

For Carina Escobar, the next step in her athletic journey will come with a familiar face by her side.

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A Safe Place at Special Kids Day

Jun 02, 2026 05:07PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Lions Clubs from across the Sacramento region gathered at Depot Park (16 Business Park Way) on May 16 for the annual Special Kids Day, an event designed to provide youth with special needs a safe and inclusive space to enjoy a carnival-style celebration with their families.

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Regional Safety Day Returns to Elk Grove Park

Jun 02, 2026 04:23PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Join the Cosumnes Fire Department for Regional Safety Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6 at Elk Grove Regional Park, 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road. This free, family-friendly event offers a fun and interactive look at public safety.

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County Seeks Climate Emergency Task Force Members

Jun 01, 2026 12:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The County of Sacramento is seeking community members to serve on its Climate Emergency Mobilization Task Force, a volunteer advisory body helping shape the County’s response to climate change through collaboration, public engagement and policy recommendations.

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CDFW Releases Ocean Salmon Harvest Tracking Tools

Jun 01, 2026 12:43PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is pleased to announce the launch of new digital tools to track the recreational and commercial in-season harvests of ocean salmon.

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SAFE Employees Run Third Annual Flag Collection Drive Through June

Jun 01, 2026 12:34PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Coinciding with Memorial Day weekend and Flag Day in June, SAFE Credit Union employees are holding their third annual U.S. Flag collection drive through Tuesday, June 30.

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Sanchez Continues Her Athletic Journey at Cosumnes River College

May 29, 2026 09:48AM ● By Paige Lampson, Sports Editor

2020 Galt High graduate Haley Sanchez is continuing to make her mark as a student-athlete at Cosumnes River College, showing resilience, versatility and a true love for competition as she returns to volleyball this season.

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City Spotlights Upcoming Independence Day Celebrations

May 27, 2026 10:46AM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt invites the community to celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 4 with a full day of family fun throughout the city.

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A Summer of Free Movies and Live Music

May 27, 2026 10:45AM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt is inviting residents to enjoy a summer filled with free outdoor entertainment, including movie nights, live concerts and performances at the Galt Market, according to the city’s latest newsletter.

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Service Above Self

May 27, 2026 10:02AM ● By Ornella Rossi

DOVIA Awards Celebrate Local Volunteers

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All You Need is Pets

May 27, 2026 09:23AM ● By Chris Ching, photos by Chris Ching

The Spirit of Fallen Hero Shines on at Animal Care Faire

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Girl Scouts Earn Highest Honors

May 26, 2026 07:32PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Before they earned medals, scholarships and standing ovations, many of the Girl Scouts recognized Saturday, May 16, at the Girl Scouts Heart of Central California Highest Awards Ceremony started their award-winning community projects with a simple question: How can I help?

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Monster Jam Trucks to Bring Full-Throttle Entertainment to Sacramento

May 26, 2026 05:52PM ● By MPG Staff

With its massive custom-built trucks and world champion drivers, the live motorsport event Monster Jam comes roaring back into Golden 1 Center with two shows Saturday, Aug. 15 and one Sunday, Aug. 16.

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Local ‘Blue Star Museums’ Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Families

May 20, 2026 09:38AM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Eight Sacramento-area museums are participating in Blue Star Museums to offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day on May 16 through Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026.

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‘School to World Awards’ Celebrates Students

May 19, 2026 04:56PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

The Sacramento County Office of Education and the Galt Joint Union High School District recognized local students Wednesday, April 29, during a ceremony at the Nottoli Dome at Galt High School, celebrating high schoolers who completed work-based learning programs designed to prepare them for the “real world” after graduation.

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