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SMF Parking Rate Changes Support New Garage and Customer Improvements

Sep 28, 2026 10:01AM ● By Sacramento International Airport News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) will adjust public parking rates when the new Parking Garage 2 opens later this year, supporting a major expansion and modernization of the airport’s parking system.

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Local Transportation Heroes Honored

Aug 17, 2026 06:09PM ● By Yolo Transportation District News Release

Yolo Commute, the transportation demand management agency for Yolo County, has selected three local trailblazers as recipients of its second annual Commuter of the Year Awards.

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Yolo Land Trust Urges Protection of Funding for Farmland Conservation

Jun 23, 2026 09:25AM ● By Yolo Land Trust News Release

Proposed reductions to funding for the Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation (SALC) Program threaten future opportunities to permanently conserve working farms and ranches across the state.

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May New Home Sales Remain Steady

Jun 15, 2026 02:08PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region remained steady during May despite continued affordability challenges and slightly higher mortgage rates, as members of the North State Building Industry Association reported 474 sales during the month.

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ZipPass Mobile Fare App Ending June 15

Jun 08, 2026 11:26AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

SacRT Urges Riders to Transition to Transit Connect

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Yolo County Urges Residents to Report Potentially Infested Grape Plants Purchased at Costco

May 27, 2026 09:11AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Agricultural Commissioner Humberto Izquierdo is urging residents to take immediate precautions after the invasive glassy-winged sharpshooter was detected on grape plants sold at Sacramento area Costco stores, including the Woodland store.

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Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

May 12, 2026 09:31AM ● By California Business Roundtable News Release

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes

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New Housing Generates Billions Annually in Sacramento Region, Reports Find

Apr 20, 2026 01:05PM ● By North State BIA News Release

Analysis shows homebuilding boosts local economies, supports jobs and delivers long-term revenue streams to governments

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NFIB Details Benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction Becoming Permanent in California

Apr 20, 2026 12:42PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released a new report outlining the economic benefits and massive tax savings the 20% Small Business Tax Deduction will bring to the 4.3 million small businesses in California now that it has been made permanent.

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Council Approves Utility Rate Increases

Mar 24, 2026 10:51AM ● By John McCallum

Citing a need to address aging infrastructure concerns amid rising system operating costs, the City Council at its March 18 meeting unanimously approved raising city water and sewer rates, the first such approved rate increase since 2021, according to a staff presentation at the meeting.

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MOW Yolo Welcomes Liane Moody

Mar 24, 2026 10:48AM ● By Meals on Wheels Yolo County News Release

Davis-based nonprofit professional Liane Moody will take the helm as the executive director of Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) effective Monday, April 13.

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February a Solid Month for New Home Sales

Mar 16, 2026 01:44PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

The first quarter of the year generally sees the greatest number of new home sales in the greater Sacramento region, and 2026 is no exception, as 542 sales were reported by North State Building Industry Association members in February.

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New Home Sales in Greater Sacramento Region Climb 79%

Feb 16, 2026 12:24PM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

New home sales in the greater Sacramento area got off to a fast start in January, soaring 79 percent higher than December’s totals, the North State Building Industry Association reported recently.

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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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The Raley's Companies Appoints Carol Barsotti as Chief Communications Officer

Jan 26, 2026 04:42PM ● By The Raley’s Companies News Release

The Raley’s Companies today announced the appointment of Carol Barsotti as Chief Communications Officer, expanding her leadership role within the organization.

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Chelsea Carbahal, Raley’s Exec Transitions to Advisory Role

Jan 12, 2026 04:09PM ● By The Raley's Companies News Release

In 2015, Chelsea Minor, now Chelsea Carbahal, joined Raley’s and quickly became an integral part of the executive leadership team.

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Making Your Electric Bill More Transparent

Jan 06, 2026 10:15AM ● By Pacific Gas and Electric Company News Release

Starting in March 2026, PG&E will restructure your energy bill.

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CalCCA Challenges CPUC Decision Raising Energy Bills

Dec 29, 2025 04:53PM ● By California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) News Release

California Community Choice Association (CalCCA) recently filed a Petition for Writ of Review with the California Court of Appeal, Third District, challenging a recent California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) decision that retroactively changes the methodology used to calculate the Power Charge Indifference Adjustment.

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Yolo County Now Accepting New Cannabis Use Permit Applications

Dec 16, 2025 11:54AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Community Services Department announced that the Cannabis Use Permit application process will reopen for new applicants beginning Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.

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Sacramento-Area Fees to Build New Homes Average $109,000, Study Finds

Dec 16, 2025 09:52AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

BIA Calls on Local Governments to Lower Fees, Improve Affordability

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Astound Brings Advanced Fixed Wireless Internet to 26,000 Homes Across Northern California

Dec 10, 2025 09:53AM ● By Astound Broadband News Release

Astound Launches Wi-Fi Network, Delivering High-Speed Internet to Placer and Yolo County Communities

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Rising Heat Leads to Minimal Losses for California Processing Tomatoes

Dec 09, 2025 09:24AM ● By Emily C. Dooley, UC Davis News Release

Researchers Analyzed Traffic, Temperatures and 1.4 million Tomato Truckloads

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Data Shows 90.2% of California Farms are Family-Owned

Dec 09, 2025 09:12AM ● By Farm Flavor News Release

A new study on behalf of Farm Flavor has identified the states with the most family-owned farms.

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California's Infrastructure Graded a 'C-'

Dec 08, 2025 06:32PM ● By American Society of Civil Engineers News Release

Aging Assets and Weather Challenges Continue to Strain Infrastructure Systems

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Make it Happen for Yolo County Receives $10,000 Grant

Dec 01, 2025 05:15PM ● By Make it Happen for Yolo County News Release

Funds Help Address Furniture Poverty Among Teens and Adults

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‘Passion For PAWS’ Feeds Furry Friends

Nov 24, 2025 03:47PM ● By Meals on Wheels Yolo County News Release

The “Passion For PAWS” pet food and supplies drive is ongoing across Yolo County through Dec. 31, supporting local food insecure seniors and their furry companions, as part of Meals on Wheels Yolo County’s (MOW Yolo’s) ongoing Meals on Wheels Pets and Well Seniors Program (PAWS).

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The Sycamore Trail Overpass, a nearly two-mile multimodal trail, now connects the northern and southern parts of West Sacramento, encouraging active transportation and a direct route to schools, sports fields and destinations previously blocked by the freeway
Council Approves Bryte Park Land Purchase Agreement

Nov 24, 2025 03:39PM ● By John McCallum

West Sacramento’s long-proposed renovations to its “most heavily used and programmed park” took another step toward realization at the Nov. 19 City Council meeting.

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Jingle All the Way to Santa’s Village

Nov 24, 2025 03:30PM ● By Seth Henderson

New Holiday Experience on River Fox Train Unveiled

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Home Sales Remain Above Average During October

Nov 24, 2025 02:39PM ● By MPG Staff

New home sales in the Sacramento region rose modestly in September and remained above the historical average for this time of year, the North State Building Industry Association announced on Nov. 11.

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AI Runs on Power But Power Isn't Moving Fast Enough

Nov 12, 2025 09:27AM ● By Christian Bonilla, co-founder and co-CEO of DMARK Energy Solutions

Artificial intelligence is booming and America's power grid is struggling to keep up.

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Sacramento Ballet Offers Bold Visions, Timeless Classics

Nov 10, 2025 04:29PM ● By Sacramento Ballet News Release

Sacramento Ballet’s highly anticipated 2025-26 season has started.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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New Study: 38% of Americans Say Cash Feels More 'Real' Than Digital Money

Nov 05, 2025 11:57AM ● By BrandPoint Content

Close to 2 in 5 Americans (38 percent) say cash feels more "real" than digital money: It's a tangible reminder of value, and remains a permanent part of their financial toolkit (27 percent).

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Tangle Free Named Small Business of the Month
Tangle Free Named Small Business of the Month

Nov 04, 2025 04:50PM ● By State Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On Oct. 20, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that Tangle Free: A Low-Sensory Hair Salon is the Small Business of the Month for October 2025 in the 7th Assembly District.

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Interactive Map and Community Survey to Shape Zero-Emission Future

Nov 04, 2025 03:08PM ● By County of Yolo, Office of the County Administrator News Release

The Yolo County Sustainability Division invites community members to help shape the future of clean transportation through a new interactive online map and survey focused on zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and shared mobility options.

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