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Eagle Rescue Heroes Saluted

Aug 27, 2024 11:51AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Two professional tree climbers have been recognized for their heroism in rescuing a fallen bald eaglet last April

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New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

Aug 21, 2024 04:59PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report

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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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SMF Breaks Ground on Pedestrian Walkway

Aug 19, 2024 04:08PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has broken ground for its new Pedestrian Walkway, a key project in the SMForward program

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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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Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

Jul 24, 2024 01:10PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license.

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Capital SouthEast Connector Project’s $25-Million Funding Celebrated

Jul 17, 2024 01:17PM ● By Capital SouthEast Connector News Release

Many of the region’s elected officials with leaders in public safety and transportation on July 17 celebrated the United States Department of Transportation’s (DOT) allocation of $25 million to the Capital SouthEast Connector project.

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Rep. Ami Bera Announces $25 Million Transportation Grant for Sacramento County

Jul 03, 2024 12:25PM ● By Office of Rep. Ami Bera News Release

This Funding Will Address Significant Safety Issues Associated with a Roadway Constructed Over 60 Years Ago That Was Not Designed to Handle Current Traffic Conditions

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Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

Jul 03, 2024 10:22AM ● By MPG Staff

The 18th Annual California Capital Airshow, Presented by Sacramento County in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Legendary Locomotive Makes 19 Whistle Stops

Jun 28, 2024 02:53PM ● By MPG Staff

Big Boy No. 4014 Features Public Display Days in Roseville

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AAA Northern California Celebrates Roadside Assistance Workers

Jun 26, 2024 10:03AM ● By AAA Northern California News Release

California Declares June 23-29 as Roadside Assistance Worker Appreciation Week

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Continuing 124-Year Tradition of Service Under the Sea

Jun 25, 2024 04:59PM ● By Ashley Craig, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Eckard, a Sacramento Native, is One of the Sailors Serving Aboard USS Henry M. Jackson

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Youth Offered Free RydeFreeRT Cards

Jun 18, 2024 11:57AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

Area Youth Can Enjoy More Freedom this Summer Via Sacramento Regional Transit District’s RydeFreeRT, the Fare-Free Transit Program for Students/Youth

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Prepare for Boating Hazards

Jun 14, 2024 11:49AM ● By U.S. National Weather Service News Release

Check Weather Forecast and Make Sure Your Boat has Essential and Required Safety Equipment and Communications Tools

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Curiosities of the Russian River

Jun 13, 2024 10:35AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, MPG Travel Correspondent, photos by Dannah Nielsen

The Russian River Stretches Over 115 Miles

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Mobile Integrated Health Advances

Jun 11, 2024 04:37PM ● By Margaret Snider

Mobile Integrated Health Takes Evaluation and Treatment to the Patient, When Appropriate, Instead of Taking the Patient to the Emergency Room

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1 in 6 New Trucks and Buses in California Are Zero-Emission

Jun 11, 2024 02:33PM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

Sales of New Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks in California in 2023 Have Doubled from the Prior Year

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Volunteer Now for California Capital Airshow

Jun 04, 2024 08:57AM ● By MPG Staff

Mather Airport Airshow Presented by Sacramento County and City of Rancho Cordova Invites Community Members to Sign Up as Volunteers

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American River Trail Guide Released

May 21, 2024 01:31PM ● By MPG Staff

Ashley Shult Langdon Writes Book About Trails on Sacramento's Lower American River

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High Number of California Brown Pelicans Show Signs of Sickness

May 16, 2024 10:51AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has Received Increased Reports of California Brown Pelicans, a Fully Protected Species, Stranded Along the Coast from Santa Cruz County South to San Diego County, Since Late April

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California Highway Patrol Swears in 106 New CHP Officers

May 15, 2024 05:01PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Newest Members of California Highway Patrol Sworn in May 10

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Caltrans Awards Historic Contracts, Seeking to Improve Safety

May 15, 2024 11:22AM ● By Caltrans News Release

California Seeks to Harness the Power of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) to Protect Vulnerable Road Users and Improve Traffic Flows

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California Capital Airshow Presents International Headliner

Apr 23, 2024 05:49PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Sacramento County's Mather Airport Hosts Italian Jet Team, Frecce Tricolori, in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova

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SacRT Orders Nine Additional Low-Floor Light Rail Vehicles

Apr 17, 2024 02:48PM ● By SacRT News Release

Sacramento Regional Transit District Adds to Its Order from Siemens Mobility

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The Dangers of Distracted Driving

Apr 16, 2024 01:03PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

3 Things Parents Can Do

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CDFW Develops 2023 Salmon Disaster Spend Plan

Apr 11, 2024 03:49PM ● By Nor-Cal Guides & Sportsmens Association News Release

Pacific Fishery Management Council Recommends Full Closure of California's 2023 Commercial and Recreational Ocean Salmon Seasons

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Rocker Loans Heart and Harley

Apr 09, 2024 01:04PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Tesla rock band vocalist Jeff Keith Takes a Ride for Charity

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Sacramento Native Serves in South China Sea

Mar 27, 2024 08:46AM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

U.S. Navy Quartermaster 3rd Class Krosavanh Phongphet Serves Aboard Flagship of Carrier Strike Group Nine

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Rep. Ami Bera Holds Roundtable, Tours EV Manufacturing Facility

Mar 26, 2024 02:52PM ● By Office of Rep. Ami Bera News Release

Rep. Ami Bera Hosts Environmental Protection Agency Region 9 Administrator Martha Guzman

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US Canoe/Kayak Olympic Team Trials at Lake Natoma

Mar 19, 2024 02:33PM ● By Sacramento State Aquatic Center News Release

Canoes and Kayaks to Race on Lake Natoma on Friday, March 22, and Saturday, March 23

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Sacramento County Appoints Deputy County Executive

Mar 19, 2024 02:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved Sylvester Fadal’s appointment on Feb. 27

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SACOG Receives $22.5 Million for Green Means Go Program

Mar 19, 2024 11:11AM ● By SACOG News Release

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments Has Received $22.5 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation

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A Delta Day Trip

Mar 13, 2024 11:03AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, travel writer, photos by Dannah Nielsen

Travel Writer Dannah Nielsen Describes the Communities that are Part of the California Delta

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