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Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Jun 13, 2025 10:58AM ● By California Lottery News Release

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win.

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Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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Galt Chamber Celebrates Local Business Excellence

Jun 05, 2025 11:19AM ● By Paige Lampson

The Galt Chamber of Commerce transformed its patio into an intimate gathering space for the annual business awards ceremony, where twinkling lights mirrored the stars above and colorful balloons framed the event.

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Grocery Outlet Coming to Galt

May 15, 2025 10:40AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

A Grocery Outlet is slated to replace the former Rite Aid space on Twin Cities Road, city officials confirmed last week.

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Youth Entrepreneurs Sell at Makers Market

May 08, 2025 11:46AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

More than 120 young business owners filled C Street on Saturday, May 3 for the second annual Makers Market, an event designed to teach kids entrepreneurial skills while giving them hands-on experience running a business.

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A Night to Remember: A-Z Foundation Veterans Fundraiser

May 08, 2025 11:40AM ● By Paige Lampson

Last month, the Galt-Lodi-Stockton Chapter of the A-Z Foundation hosted its annual fundraiser dinner at Hutchins Street Square, and the event was a resounding success.

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Local Student Wins $10,000 Taco Bell Scholarship

May 01, 2025 10:08AM ● By MPG Staff

Jeanette Gallegos, a student at San Joaquin Delta College pursuing a nursing degree, has been awarded a $10,000 scholarship from the Taco Bell Foundation.

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Chamber Opens New Office, Launches Incubator Program

Apr 24, 2025 10:35AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The Galt Chamber of Commerce held its grand opening and ribbon cutting on Tuesday for its new office on C Street while also announcing its new business incubator program, a major milestone for the organization.

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Residents Request Closure of Entrance to Adare Way

Apr 16, 2025 05:07PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

A group of Galt residents called on the city to close the connection between Stockton Boulevard and Adare Way, claiming the residential street has become dangerously congested with high-speed traffic since the opening of the nearby Walmart Supercenter.

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Galt Merchants Stage Spring Break Egg Hunt

Apr 10, 2025 12:22PM ● By MPG Staff

Looking for a fun and unique way to spend your spring break? The Galt Chamber of Commerce invites families to take part in its Spring Break Egg Hunt, set for April 14 to April 18.

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Fraudulent Invoices Target County’s Planning Customers

Apr 01, 2025 01:04PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County officials have been made aware of a fraudulent email scheme targeting both current and former planning customers.

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Planning Commission Tables Review on Summerfield Homes Project

Mar 20, 2025 11:54AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The Galt Planning Commission voted to table a design review on a planned development in the north Galt area after concerns that the designs didn’t match what the City Council originally approved nearly five years prior.

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Bay City Electric Opens Galt Facility

Mar 20, 2025 11:53AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Bay City Electric, a major leader in generator sales, parts and rentals, held its grand opening last week for its new 9-acre facility on Industrial Way.

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California Drivers See a Slight Break at the Pump

Mar 03, 2025 06:16PM ● By AAA Northen California News Release

With winter nearly in the rearview, temperatures warmed up while gas prices cooled down. Last week, gas prices dropped by three cents, bringing the national average to $3.12 per gallon.

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Key Issues to Watch in 2025

Jan 09, 2025 02:56PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

As the city of Galt barrels into the new year, here are a few of the high-water issues that residents might want to keep their eyes on heading into 2025.

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Court Gives Text Scam Alert

Dec 31, 2024 08:57AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court has been notified of an active “smishing” campaign in California.

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Home Heating Expenditures Projected to Increase by 8.7%

Dec 30, 2024 05:58PM ● By National Energy Assistance Directors Association News Release

Home heating costs this winter will remain unaffordable for millions of lower income families, according to the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.

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City Clarifies Proposed Maverik Gas Station

Nov 21, 2024 11:02AM ● By Matthew Malone

Galt planning staff clarified the status of an application from a fuel and convenience store chain, saying at the Nov. 14 Planning Commission meeting that it has been the subject of “false information” on social media.

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Final P&R Master Plan Workshop Scheduled

Nov 21, 2024 10:57AM ● By Matthew Malone

A second community meeting on Galt’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan is set for December, Parks and Recreation Director Armando Solis said at the Parks and Recreation Commission’s Nov. 13 regular meeting.

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Toy Drive Applications Open

Nov 21, 2024 10:51AM ● By Matthew Malone

First responders are accepting applications from families for the annual Galt Toy Drive. The drive provides holiday gifts for Galt families in need and the deadline to apply is Dec. 5. Toy donations are also open.

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Kiwanis Dog Parks Open After Refresh

Oct 17, 2024 09:34AM ● By Matthew Malone

Every dog has its day and now so does every dog park. On Oct. 12, Kiwanis Club of Galt and the city of Galt held a grand reopening of the Kiwanis Bark Parks at Monterey Park, renovated with the help of a donation from Kiwanis.

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Mustangs No Match for the Hawks

Oct 14, 2024 09:50AM ● By Paige Lampson, photos by Tom Santillan

The Liberty Ranch football team dominated the Argonaut Mustangs 27-50 on Friday, Oct. 4, at Argonaut High in Jackson.

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IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

Oct 07, 2024 02:28PM ● By IRS Media Relations News Release

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties.

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Treasure Hunting at Stores in Galt

Oct 03, 2024 12:29PM ● By Ramona and Chris Scarborough

When you go to a thrift store, a consignment store or a nonprofit that reuses items, do you ever think, “I’m part of helping save the environment”?

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Shopping at the Galt Flea and Produce Market

Sep 27, 2024 12:53PM ● By Ramona and Chris Scarborough

The Galt Flea and Produce Market parking lot was packed. These customers know where to find great bargains and fresh vegetables and fruit.

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IRS Encourages People to Do an End-Of-Summer Tax Checkup

Sep 18, 2024 09:24AM ● By IRS News Release

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to consider using the end of the summer to make tax withholding or payment updates to avoid a potential surprise next year at tax time.

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Workshop Gathers Parks Ideas

Sep 05, 2024 11:44AM ● By Matthew Malone

A group of Galt residents gave their thoughts on city parks on Aug. 27 as part of the first public workshop on the city’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan.

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Elk Grove Macy’s Holds Ribbon-Cutting

Aug 29, 2024 09:26AM ● By J.G. Wirt

The new Elk Grove Macy’s opened with a ribbon-cutting Aug. 23 in the Laguna Crossroads shopping center at Laguna Boulevard and Bruceville Road.

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Board of Supervisors Adopt Infill Program

Aug 27, 2024 01:05PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted Aug. 20 to adopt the County’s Infill Program Update and directed staff to implement certain actions identified in the plan to accelerate the Program

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Aug 19, 2024 05:48PM ● By Heather Atherton, Atherton PR News Release

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May

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Cosumnes CSD Amends Its Salary Schedule

Aug 01, 2024 10:03AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Cosumnes Community Services District board of directors at the regular July 17 meeting unanimously approved changes to the district’s salary schedule.

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CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

Jul 31, 2024 02:35PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento

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Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

Jul 31, 2024 02:13PM ● By Caltrans News Release

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California

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Governor Newsom Orders State Agencies to Address Homeless Encampments

Jul 31, 2024 02:06PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on July 25 ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians

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