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Turn Clutter into Cash at Community Garage Sale

Mar 17, 2026 05:37PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Spring cleaning just got a lot more rewarding! If you’ve been clearing out your home, here’s your chance to give your gently used items a new life and earn a little extra cash.

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Turn Clutter into Cash at Community Garage Sale

Mar 17, 2026 05:37PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Spring cleaning just got a lot more rewarding! If you’ve been clearing out your home, here’s your chance to give your gently used items a new life and earn a little extra cash.

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City Brings Back Free Compost Pickup

Mar 17, 2026 05:36PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt is excited to announce that free compost is back! After a successful 2025, when more than 1,200 tons of compost were delivered to residents, the city is ready for another season of sustainable gardening.

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City Brings Back Free Compost Pickup

Mar 17, 2026 05:36PM ● By City of Galt News Release

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Galt Youth Commission Applications Open

Mar 17, 2026 05:35PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Local students have an opportunity to step into leadership and help shape their community by joining the Galt Youth Commission.

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Galt Youth Commission Applications Open

Mar 17, 2026 05:35PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Local students have an opportunity to step into leadership and help shape their community by joining the Galt Youth Commission.

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Touch-A-Truck, Safety Expo at Saturday Market

Mar 17, 2026 05:32PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Mark your calendars for a day of hands-on fun at the Saturday Market Touch-A-Truck & Safety Expo from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 4.

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Sacramento County Invites Residents to Celebrate National Day of Play

Mar 17, 2026 11:05AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to step outside, unplug and enjoy the outdoors in celebration of National Day of Play, observed this year on Saturday, March 21.

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Koi Club Hosts Self-Guided Pond Tour

Mar 16, 2026 02:03PM ● By Camellia Koi Club News Release

Discover a hidden world of beauty and tranquility right here in the Sacramento area. The Camellia Koi Club is holding a one-of-a-kind, self-guided pond tour featuring stunning private ponds and koi collections across the region from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25.

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Athletics’ Star Tyler Soderstrom Announces Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament

Mar 16, 2026 12:52PM ● By Athletics News Release

Tyler Soderstrom, a California native and rising star of the Athletics, is proud to announce his Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament, an exclusive fundraising event benefiting EASE and Keaton’s Child Care Alliance.

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Understanding Galt’s Growth

Mar 11, 2026 12:00PM ● By Idaly Valencia

City Weighs Development, Housing and Community Impact

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Small-Town Charm, Big Flavor

Mar 11, 2026 11:44AM ● By City of Galt News Release

Wild Heart Bread Co. Bakery Spotlighted

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Galt Bible Church to Host Wild Game Dinner

Mar 11, 2026 11:41AM ● By MPG Staff

Galt Bible Church is inviting the community to a special free dinner this weekend featuring unique wild game dishes.

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Galt High School Warriors Girls Swim Team Dominates Rosemont

Mar 11, 2026 11:06AM ● By Coach Erica Atkins

The Galt High School varsity girls’ swim team delivered a dominant performance against Rosemont last week, defeating them with a score of 136-34. The Warriors showed impressive depth throughout the meet and frequently swept events by placing first, second and third place.

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Warriors Honor Seniors, Celebrate Historic Season on Senior Night

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

Galt Ends Six-Year League Drought; Rose Earns All-League Honors

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Shake Off the Winter Blues with $8 A's Tickets

Mar 09, 2026 05:36PM ● By Athletics News Release

The A’s are welcoming fans back to the ballpark this season with $8 tickets for select April and May games at Sutter Health Park, giving families and friends the opportunity to enjoy America’s favorite pastime together with some affordable family fun.

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BurnBot Wins National Award

Mar 09, 2026 03:13PM ● By Verizon News Release

Verizon announced the winners of the 2025 Community Disaster Resilience Prize on March 5 at Cal Expo.

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Sacramento Life Center Launches Community Drives to Support Local Families and Free Women’s Health Services

Mar 09, 2026 01:53PM ● By Sacramento Life Center News Release

Sacramento Life Center is inviting the community to take part in two upcoming drives designed to support local families and provide essential medical services through the organization’s free clinic, Sac Valley Women’s Health.

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Magic Show to Benefit Children

Mar 09, 2026 01:11PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Carmichael-based magicians Dale and Elaine Lorzo are taking their magic to the Sacramento Scottish Rite, 6151 H St., on April 17 for a Kids Carnival and Magic Show fundraiser benefiting children’s communication.

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Food Pantry to Host ‘Empty Bowls’ Fundraiser

Mar 03, 2026 02:33PM ● By MPG Staff

Looking to give back to the local food bank while sharing a meal with neighbors? Community members can support the Galt Sunshine Food Pantry & Resource Center, Inc. during its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser dinner from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, March 7.

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Galt Market to Present Community Health Fair

Mar 03, 2026 02:28PM ● By City of Galt News Release

Take a step toward a healthier lifestyle at “March to Good Health,” a free community health fair presented by the Galt Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 4 at the Galt Market (905 Meladee Lane).

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City-Wide Landscape Improvements Highlighted

Mar 03, 2026 02:21PM ● By MPG Staff

In its latest newsletter, the city highlighted several ongoing and upcoming landscape improvement projects focused on beautifying public spaces while prioritizing “sustainability, water conservation and long-term maintenance efficiency.”

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Saturday Market Kickoff Set for March 7

Mar 03, 2026 02:16PM ● By City of Galt News Release

The City of Galt is excited to welcome the community back for the first Saturday Market of the season, and it’s in full bloom!

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Class of 1981 to Reunite July 25

Mar 03, 2026 01:31PM ● By Elk Grove High School Class of ’81 Reunion Committee News Release

Elk Grove High School’s Class of 1981 will celebrate its 45-year reunion on Saturday, July 25.

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Sacramento County Public Defender Awarded for Innovation

Mar 03, 2026 01:24PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California State Association of Counties awarded the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office on Feb. 11 with a 2025 Challenge Award for its innovative Juvenile Pre-Trail Program.

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Native Garden Tour Blooms Across Sacramento

Mar 03, 2026 12:36PM ● By California Native Plant Society News Release

Taking place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 18 and 19, the Gardens Got Natives tour is a free-self guided event featuring forty plus California native plant home, business and school gardens in the Sacramento region.

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‘Night to Shine’ Returns with Record Turnout

Feb 25, 2026 10:51AM ● By Idaly Valencia

A night of glam, smiles and high energy filled the air the evening of Feb. 13 as Queens and Kings took center stage at the annual Night to Shine celebration.

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Cal-Waste Honors Three Businesses for Recycling

Feb 25, 2026 10:27AM ● By Cal-Waste News Release

Cal-Waste proudly recognized three local businesses during the Galt City Council meeting on Feb. 3 for their exceptional recycling efforts.

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Top Concert Acts Coming to the 2026 California State Fair

Feb 23, 2026 04:19PM ● By California State Fair News Release

Weekly Announcements Begin in March

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20 Local Museums Participating in Free Museum Weekend

Feb 23, 2026 03:46PM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Advance registration is required

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National Summit on Volunteer Engagement Comes to Sacramento

Feb 23, 2026 03:20PM ● By Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE) News Release

Professionals who work with volunteers are invited to gather in California’s beautiful capital city this spring for the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement, hosted by the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE). The Summit takes place March 18 to 20 at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova.

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Liberty Ranch Rallies Past Galt 2-1 in Senior Night Thriller

Feb 18, 2026 12:47PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor, photos by Paige Lampson

In front of an energized Senior Night crowd and with crosstown pride on the line, the Liberty Ranch Hawks once again showed resilience and championship composure, rallying to defeat rival Galt High School 2-1 Monday evening, Feb. 9 at Hawk Stadium.

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Warriors Claim League Title on Senior Night with Shutout Victory Over Hawks

Feb 18, 2026 12:18PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor, photos by Paige Lampson

Under a sky that alternated between drizzle and downpour, the Galt Warriors men’s soccer team delivered a performance worthy of champions, defeating crosstown rival Liberty Ranch 2-0 on Senior Night to capture the league championship Monday evening at Warrior Stadium.

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City Releases District Map for Elections

Feb 18, 2026 11:14AM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Galt released an updated City Council district map in its latest newsletter as part of the transition to district-based elections ahead of the 2026 general election.

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Police Department Celebrates Public Service at Annual Awards

Feb 18, 2026 11:09AM ● By Galt Police Department News Release

On Feb. 12, the Galt Police Department celebrated the dedication, courage and commitment of its team by honoring award recipients at its annual ceremony.

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