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The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire Returns this Spring

Mar 23, 2026 12:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Mark your calendar: The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns on Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bradshaw Animal Shelter, and this year, we’re making it bigger, more vibrant and more fun than ever.

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Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

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From Imagination to Publication

Mar 17, 2026 05:44PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Teen Author Debuts Sci-Fi Novel

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From Imagination to Publication

Mar 17, 2026 05:44PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Teen Author Debuts Sci-Fi Novel

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From Imagination to Publication

Mar 17, 2026 05:44PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Teen Author Debuts Sci-Fi Novel

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Egg Hunt, Kite-Flying and More at Annual ‘Eggstravaganza’

Mar 17, 2026 05:41PM ● By Idaly Valencia

For nearly a decade, the Eggstravaganza event debuting the start of Spring has been a cherished tradition in Galt.

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Egg Hunt, Kite-Flying and More at Annual ‘Eggstravaganza’

Mar 17, 2026 05:41PM ● By Idaly Valencia

For nearly a decade, the Eggstravaganza event debuting the start of Spring has been a cherished tradition in Galt.

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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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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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