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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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Wreath-Laying Ceremony Honors Vets

Dec 19, 2024 03:40PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Choppy and cloudy weather couldn’t prevent volunteers from showing respect to Galt’s military veterans during the holiday season by participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Galt Cemetery on Saturday.

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Blanket, Sock Drive Calls for Donations

Nov 07, 2024 10:58AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Galt Commission on Aging is calling on the community to help it provide warm blankets and socks for local older adults.

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Rancho Cordova Remembers the Fallen

Sep 11, 2024 02:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The city of Rancho Cordova is hosting the “Remembering Our Fallen” exhibit. The exhibit, which opened on Sept. 11, will be on display at Rancho Cordova City Hall until Sept. 15.

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Thornton Memorial Honors Town’s Vets

Jul 25, 2024 02:14PM ● By Matthew Malone

Completing the vision of a local veteran, Thornton on July 20 dedicated a plaque honoring town residents who have served in the U.S. military, with names dating from as early as the Civil War.

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California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

Jul 17, 2024 04:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics and community engagement

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Thornton to Dedicate Veteran Memorial

Jul 11, 2024 12:08PM ● By Matthew Malone

Although he did not live to see it, Dewy Upton’s dream to recognize Thornton’s many war veterans will come to fruition on July 20, with the dedication of a veterans’ memorial plaque.

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Sacramento Native Serves Aboard USS George Washington

Jul 03, 2024 02:30PM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

Theresa K. Ulbera of Sacramento is Aboard the USS George Washington

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County Supports Housing for Veterans and Homeless

Jun 25, 2024 09:27AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On June 11, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Approved the Transfer of 2.2 Acres of Land and $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding to the City of Rancho Cordova for the Development of Mather Veterans Village Phase 4

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‘All of Them Are Heroes’

Jun 06, 2024 11:45AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Galt-Arno Cemetery District highlighted two World War II veterans on May 27 at its annual Memorial Day observance.

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Alice Astafan Shares Her Story

May 23, 2024 10:33AM ● By Annie Kerr

Retired Major General Highlights Achievements (and Challenges) in New Memoir

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Honoring the Sacrifices of Fallen Heroes

May 17, 2024 09:25AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Memorial Day Ceremonies Help Community Remember

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Cutting Hair Brought Galt Barber Back From Brink

Apr 18, 2024 09:03AM ● By Adam Camarena

A pair of clippers was the turning point in transforming a local barber’s life as he battled years of homelessness and used his struggles to provide for the city he loved.

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A-Z Foundation Supports Vets

Apr 18, 2024 08:54AM ● By Matthew Malone

The local chapter of the A-Z Foundation on April 6 held its fourth annual fundraising dinner. Attendees gathered at the Moose Lodge in Acampo, in support of A-Z’s programs and donations benefiting veterans, youth, and those with developmental disabilities.

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Local Parents of Deceased Veteran Sue VA

Jan 26, 2024 05:16PM ● By Matthew Malone

Carlos Lopez Sr. and Juanita Lopez told the Citizen that they believe their son, Carlos Lopez Jr., died as a result of PTSD. They are suing the VA alleging medical malpractice.

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Sacramento County Honors and Serves Our Veterans

Nov 15, 2023 05:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento is Proud Home to More than 84,000 Veterans

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Brightening the Holiday Season for the Military Community

Nov 08, 2023 11:02AM ● By StatePoint

Care Packages and More for Service Members from the USO

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Community Honors Heroes

Nov 08, 2023 09:46AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Wall of Honor Ceremony Observed at Patriots Park

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Gala Salutes Vets Day at Aerospace Museum

Oct 26, 2023 09:43AM ● By Staff Correspondent

McClellan Park Facility to Host USO-style Gala

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Record-breaking Year at The California Capital Airshow

Oct 05, 2023 12:09PM ● By Lindsey Nelson, Niche Communications

Sold-out Event Draws More than 105,000 Attendees

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Airshow Soars to New Heights

Oct 03, 2023 12:04PM ● By Ted Erler

The United States Air Force Thunderbirds F-16 demonstration team will be soaring through the Sacramento region’s skies this September. Photo courtesy of California Capital Airshow

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PRIDE Industries Holds "Hire A Veteran Day"

Jul 12, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

PRIDE Industries helps transition vets into rewarding civilian careers

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Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Their Families

Jun 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Active-duty military personnel receive free admissions through September 4

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SAFE Grants Support 'Farm to Wellness' Program for Veterans

Jun 02, 2023 12:00AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Complete Soil Born Farm's apprenticeship program and work as a farmer

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Memorial Recalls Heroes

Jun 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Commemoration of Vietnam War in Koobs Nature Area

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Legion Holds Fundraiser Ball

Jun 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

Signature program's grants benefited 5,500 veterans

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Reading of the Names at California Vietnam Veterans Memorial

May 25, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Phil Rios, US Army MP ret Combat veteran

Volunteers sign up at Vietnam Veterans of America Sacramento Valley's Chapter

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Honor the Fallen and Support the Living

May 17, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

May is Poppy Month

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American Legion BBQ N Boots Dinner and Dance

Apr 06, 2023 12:00AM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

Dance to feature Country Western music by the "BRISCO COUNTY"

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This Magic Wall Heals

Apr 05, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Elise Spleiss

Replica is an Incredible Display of Love and Respect

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American Legion BBQ N Boots Dinner and Dance

Mar 29, 2023 12:00AM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

Veteran sponsored events support Americanism

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101 Birthday Wishes for Bill

Mar 23, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Oakmont of Carmichael Celebrates immigrant of Armenian extract

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A Conversation with Kiyo Sato

Mar 16, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story by Cheryl Gleason

MACC Art director interviewed author about experienced during WWII

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