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Homebuilder Association Installs 2026 Officers and Directors

Feb 23, 2026 01:36PM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

The North State Building Industry Association (BIA), representing the homebuilding industry in the greater Sacramento region, recently installed its officers and directors for 2026 and recognized six individuals for outstanding service promoting homeownership at an event attended by nearly 500 industry leaders at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Sacramento.

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CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

Feb 23, 2026 01:00PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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West Sacramento Launches Public Art Strategic Plan to Enhance Public Art Across City

Feb 20, 2026 10:28AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The City of West Sacramento is excited to launch the Public Art Strategic Plan. This plan is a new initiative to enhance how public art is experienced and funded across the city.

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What's Up with Dinosaur Forelimbs?

Feb 20, 2026 09:15AM ● By UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology News Release

Research associate and dinosaur researcher Tracy Thomson of the UC Davis Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences will give a talk on Feb. 21 during the 15th annual Biodiversity Museum Day.

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Apply to Sell Fireworks this Summer

Feb 16, 2026 03:56PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

Is your non-profit organization interested in selling fireworks this season?

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Yolo County Opens Candidate Nomination Period for June 2026 Primary

Feb 16, 2026 03:50PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Elections Office announced the candidate nomination filing period for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election has opened as of Feb. 9.

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Learn about the Criminal Justice System at the Yolo County District Attorney’s Citizens Academy

Feb 16, 2026 03:46PM ● By Yolo County District Attorney News Release

Applications Now Being Accepted

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Green and Gold Kick off 2026 with Community Spirit

Feb 16, 2026 03:42PM ● By Athletics News Release

The new year is here, and so is a fresh chapter for the Green & Gold.

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Art Show Celebrates Women's History Month

Feb 16, 2026 03:31PM ● By MPG Staff

Gallery 1075 is holding their annual Women's History Month Art Show from 6 to 8 p.m. March 12 at the West Sacramento Community Center Thursday.

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Jobseekers Invited to Countywide Job Fair

Feb 16, 2026 03:28PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County jobseekers are invited to an in-person Job Fair taking place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 23 at the Veterans Memorial Center, 203 East 14th St. in Davis.

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Vegan Outreach Presents: Mac Down Davis

Feb 16, 2026 03:24PM ● By Vegan Outreach News Release

The Ultimate Mac & Cheese Showdown

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Science Day Spectacular

Feb 16, 2026 03:14PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

The 15th Annual UC Davis Biodiversity Museum Day, set Saturday, Feb. 21 and featuring 12 museums or collections across campus, is a "Super Science Day"

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California Doubles Down on Commitment to Transit

Feb 16, 2026 12:50PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans recently announced major steps in strengthening its commitment to public transportation by establishing a new Deputy Director for Transit and Rail Programs and restoring the Division of Mass Transportation to create a dedicated team focused on providing faster, more reliable and connected transit services statewide.

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California Lawmakers Strike Back at DUI Repeat Offenders

Feb 16, 2026 12:33PM ● By Assemblyman Tom Lackey News Release

After witnessing the devastation caused by drunk drivers firsthand, former California Highway Patrol (CHP) Sergeant Assemblyman Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale) is partnering with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine) and Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) to protect victims, and hold repeat DUI offenders accountable.

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River Cats Unveil ‘Festival of Baseball’

Feb 16, 2026 12:18PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The Sacramento River Cats recently announced the launch of the River Cats Festival of Baseball at Sutter Health Park, a season-long marketing campaign that transforms each homestand into a uniquely curated music-festival-style experience, celebrating the spirit, culture and community that defines Sacramento.

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Traffic Break Scheduled Tonight, Feb. 11 on Westbound U.S. Highway 50 in Sacramento

Feb 11, 2026 04:26PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Work Involves Installation of Overhead Sign

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Art, Activism and Ink

Feb 09, 2026 05:00PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

Jos Sances to Lead Screen-Printing Workshop at UC Davis

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Grantmaking at a Glance

Feb 09, 2026 04:54PM ● By Sacramento Region Community Foundation News Release

Sacramento Region Community Foundation Celebrates $22.2M Awarded from Local Donors in 2025

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Safe Parking Ordinance Expands HEART of Davis Program

Feb 09, 2026 04:48PM ● By Heart of Davis News Release

On Tuesday, Feb. 3, the Davis City Council unanimously approved a Safe Parking ordinance, formally allowing safe parking programs to operate on both residential and commercial sites under strict guidelines.

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State Senator to Speak at League of Women Voters Annual Luncheon

Feb 09, 2026 04:46PM ● By Jessica Smith

California State Senator Christopher Cabaldon will be the featured speaker at the League of Women Voters of Yolo County’s annual State of the Community Luncheon.

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Spanish-Language Financial Education Workshop Series

Feb 09, 2026 04:32PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency’s (HHSA) YoloWorks!, in partnership with BMO Bank, is pleased to offer a free Spanish-language financial education workshop series.

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AT&T Provides 60 Laptops to West Sac Families

Feb 09, 2026 04:30PM ● By AT&T News Release

AT&T provided 60 refurbished laptops to Mosaic West Sac and distributed to local adults and families in need on Feb. 5.

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Butterfly Contest Yields Two Winners

Feb 09, 2026 04:26PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

Calderala, who moved to Davis last summer from Monterey but is originally from Fresno, initially emailed the lepidopterist.

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A Singing Valentine Coming Your Way

Feb 06, 2026 11:08AM ● By Sweet Adelines International News Release

Valentine's Day is almost here! Some people give flowers, or candy or a card - You can give all that plus a songs sung a cappella by a quartet to your sweetheart, friend or family member! This is an unforgettable gift!

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CHP Game-Day Ready for Football’s Biggest Weekend

Feb 06, 2026 11:02AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is game-day ready for Super Bowl LX, the NFL’s biggest event of the season.

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Water Forum Members Begin Approval Process for 2050 Agreement

Feb 04, 2026 08:53AM ● By Sacramento Water Forum News Release

Nearly 40 organizations across the Sacramento region are beginning the formal process of approving the Water Forum 2050 Agreement, a major milestone in advancing the next generation of regional water management.

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Farm Credit Fly-In Helps Lawmakers Understand Farm Country’s Needs

Feb 03, 2026 04:26PM ● By Farm Credit News Release

Congress urged to reauthorize Farm Bill, make more rural Californians eligible for home loans in 2026

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‘Kokoro’ Explores Lost Japantown

Feb 03, 2026 04:11PM ● By Abbey Wicks

When you think of downtown Sacramento today, you might think of DoCo or the Capitol Mall. But did you know that downtown Sacramento was once home to a thriving Japantown?

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Sierra Donor Heroes Save More Than 400 Lives

Feb 03, 2026 03:51PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Sierra Donor Services celebrates Sierra Donor Services (SDS) honored the extraordinary generosity of Northern California and Nevada donor heroes whose gifts made 422 lifesaving organ transplants possible in 2025, saving and improving lives across the state and beyond.a year of lifesaving impact across the state

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New Year, New Roadside Safety Protections

Feb 03, 2026 03:35PM ● By California Office of Traffic Safety News Release

California’s Expanded “Slow Down, Move Over” Law Now Covers All Stopped Drivers and Passengers Roadside

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Yolo County Seeking Grand Juror Candidates

Feb 02, 2026 05:38PM ● By Yolo Superior Court News Release

Yolo Superior Court is now accepting applications for the 2026/2027 Yolo County Grand Jury.

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Bee Contest Winner Receives Prize Cup

Feb 02, 2026 05:35PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

Bumble bee enthusiast Lesley Hamamoto of Sacramento, who won the 2026 Robbin Thorp Memorial First-Bumble-Bee-of-the-Year Contest, received her prize.

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Youth Art Contest Inspires Civic Engagement

Feb 02, 2026 05:32PM ● By The League of Women Voters of Yolo County

The countywide contest invites high school students to express their voices through art while exploring the importance of voting and civic participation.

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WSPD Swears in New Members

Feb 02, 2026 05:20PM ● By MPG Staff

The West Sacramento Police Department (WSPD) recently hosted its Annual Awards Ceremony, celebrating the dedication and commitment of staff alongside family, friends and community.

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West Sac Chamber Celebrates Community and Leadership

Feb 02, 2026 05:15PM ● By MPG Staff

The West Sacramento Chamber of Commerce celebrated an evening of community and leadership at their 79th Annual Installation & Awards Dinner held at West Sacramento City Hall, 1110 W Capitol Ave. on Jan. 15.

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