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Don’t Let Fats, Oils and Grease Ruin Holiday Cheer

Dec 03, 2024 02:53PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

As the holiday season approaches, the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is urging residents to help prevent sewer backups, a common yet costly and disruptive issue that peaks during this time of year.

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CHP Secures Federal Grant to Enhance Older Driver Safety

Dec 03, 2024 01:41PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP), in partnership with the Office of Traffic Safety, announced the receipt of a $225,000 federal grant to launch the “Keeping Everyone Safe” (KEYS) program.

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Board of Supervisors Seeking Applications for “At-Large” Planning Commissioner

Dec 02, 2024 06:27PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors is currently seeking applications for an upcoming vacancy on the Yolo County Planning Commission to fill an “at-large” position. This position is for a person who resides anywhere in the County.

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Reclamation and DWR Celebrate Delta Restoration Project Launch

Dec 02, 2024 06:18PM ● By Bureau of Reclamation News Release

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and Bureau of Reclamation broke ground on a habitat restoration project in the Delta that, when completed, will help endangered species such as Delta smelt and Chinook salmon while supporting the long-term operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project.

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Dinos Alive Roars into West Sacramento

Dec 02, 2024 06:13PM ● By Fever Up News Release

Have you ever wished you could step back in time and explore the power, majesty and magic of a world filled with dinosaurs? Now you can at Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in the heart of West Sacramento that opened in November and runs through January.

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Yolo Community Foundation Celebrates Philanthropy Honorees

Dec 02, 2024 06:06PM ● By Yolo Community Foundation News Release

The Yolo Community Foundation celebrated the honorees for the annual Yolo Philanthropy Awards, recognizing the extraordinary individuals and organizations who made a significant impact in Yolo County.

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What's Up for Christmas?

Dec 02, 2024 06:04PM ● By MPG Staff

As the holiday season descends upon the City of West Sacramento, cooler temps and fog shrouded mornings will give way to dazzling light displays and festive holiday events throughout December. Here are a few of the regional holiday events and offerings available to delight kids of all ages.

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Honoring the Bracero Legacy: Descendants Reflect on Impact in Yolo County

Nov 26, 2024 11:42AM ● By Yolo County News Release

At the Yolo County Board of Supervisors meeting on Dec. 3, the board will consider a resolution recognizing the Bracero Guest Worker Legacy and Descendants in Yolo County.

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Operation Vigilance

Nov 26, 2024 11:33AM ● By Yolo County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Officers Conduct Compliance Checks on County’s Sex Offenders

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Matsui and Carter Applaud Extension of Telemedicine Prescribing Flexibilities

Nov 26, 2024 11:26AM ● By Office of Congresswoman Doris Matsui News Release

Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA-07) and Congressman Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA-01) applauded the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) decision to extend current flexibilities for telemedicine prescribing of controlled substances for an additional year.

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Thompson Announces New Staff Serving Solano County

Nov 26, 2024 11:23AM ● By Office of Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

On Nov. 20, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Will Duncan has joined his team to serve as a field representative covering Solano County, including Dixon, Vacaville and Rio Vista.

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Yolo County Awarded Engage Empower Implement (EEI) Grant to Boost Youth and Community

Nov 26, 2024 11:17AM ● By Yolo County News Release

On Nov. 4, Yolo County received the Engage Empower Implement (EEI) Grant, a funding initiative from the Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) that supports community partnerships for enhanced public outreach and engagement, with a total grant amount of $277,619.

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Students Making the Grade in West Sacramento

Nov 26, 2024 10:55AM ● By MPG Staff

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is proud to announce the recipients of a 2024 Love of Learning Award. The awards help fund post-baccalaureate studies and career development for active Society members. Local honorees include (10/7/24):

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Sierra Donor Services Celebrates Eye Donation Month

Nov 26, 2024 10:50AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Transforming Lives Through the Gift of Sight

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West Sacramento Parking Rates to Increase

Nov 26, 2024 10:21AM ● By John McCallum

Ordinance Would Also Increase Violation Fees

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November 25th 6PM - 8PM While supplies last. Come to 1102 Jefferson Blvd in West Sacramento, CA to get your free turkey
1st National REALTY OF AMERICA Turkey giveaway

Nov 22, 2024 02:34PM ● By Ted Erler

While supplies last. Rain or shine. First come first serve basis until turkeys run out. Come early to get in line.

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Local Metal Recycler to Pay $175,000 in Penalties

Nov 19, 2024 03:32PM ● By Yolo County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Yolo County District Attorney Jeff Reisig announced a settlement with Green Zone Recycling, a metal recycler in Woodland, which unlawfully recycled major appliances, including refrigerators and freezers.

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Yolo County Children’s Alliance Hosts 19th Annual Community Giveaway Day

Nov 19, 2024 03:29PM ● By Yolo County Children's Alliance News Release

Yolo County Children’s Alliance (YCCA) is proud to announce the 19th annual Community Giveaway Day, an event aimed at supporting local families in need during the holiday season.

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California Approves Changing ‘SQ’ Term Locations

Nov 19, 2024 03:07PM ● By California Natural Resources Agency News Release

In a monumental step toward addressing historic injustices and honoring California’s Native American communities, the California Advisory Committee on Geographic Names (CACGN) has officially approved the renaming of more than 30 locations in 15 counties that previously contained the derogatory term “squaw”

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Yolo County Kicks Off New Food and Beverage Carton Recycling Services

Nov 19, 2024 02:53PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Just in time for America Recycles Day, also known as National Recycling Day, on Nov. 15, the Yolo County Landfill announced that food and beverage cartons are now accepted in the recycling stream.

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Plans Underway for ‘Jeweled Palace’ Coming to West Sacramento

Nov 19, 2024 02:44PM ● By Annie Kerr

A dazzling landmark is coming to West Sacramento

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CHP Receives Grant to Combat Distracted Driving

Nov 12, 2024 12:59PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is proud to announce it received a $350,000 grant to address the growing issue of distracted driving on California roads.

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Holiday Tree Lighting Date Announced

Nov 12, 2024 11:34AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

The streets in front of City Hall will shut down and become a Winter Wonderland on Dec. 6.

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Sac State Women’s Soccer Places Five on Big Sky Honor Roll

Nov 12, 2024 11:18AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Seniors Abigail Lopez and Sydney Sharts were named to the first team, senior Cassandra Herrman picked up second-team honors, while junior Madelyn Dougherty and sophomore Ellie Farber joined them on the honorable mention squad, as the Big Sky Conference announced its postseason honor roll on Tuesday, Nov. 5.

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Ice Skate Under the City Lights

Nov 12, 2024 11:09AM ● By Downtown Sacramento Partnership News Release

A Sacramento holiday tradition, the Downtown Ice Rink presented by Dignity Health is the perfect place to gather with friends and family to enjoy the holidays. The rink officially opened for the 2024 holiday season on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

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Yolo County’s Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center Renamed in Honor of Former Director

Nov 12, 2024 11:02AM ● By Yolo County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Yolo County Children’s Advocacy Center, previously known as the Multi-Disciplinary Interview Center (MDIC), has officially changed its name to Cameron’s Place

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Yolo County Upgrades to a New Evacuation System

Nov 12, 2024 10:54AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County is introducing a new evacuation notification platform that went live on Nov. 7 called Genasys Protect EVAC.

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City Council Rejects Yarbrough Appeal

Nov 12, 2024 10:50AM ● By John McCallum

After a more than four-hour public hearing Nov. 6, West Sacramento City Council voted four to one to deny an appeal and approve a resolution to proceed with the Yarbrough development, a project first approved in 2008.

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SMUD Lists Unclaimed Checks on its Website

Nov 12, 2024 09:45AM ● By SMUD News Release

The names of customers and vendors who have not yet cashed checks dated Sept. 30, 2021 or earlier are now available on smud.org.

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Sen. Dodd Returns from Ukraine, Urges Action

Nov 05, 2024 04:07PM ● By Office of Senator Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, recently returned from a weeklong diplomatic trip to Lviv, Ukraine.

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Scholarship Awarded for Black Nurses in Sacramento

Nov 05, 2024 03:43PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Sierra Donor Services, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to saving and enhancing lives through organ and tissue donation, is proud to announce the inaugural Sierra Donor Services Lifesaver Nursing Scholarship for the Capitol City Black Nurses Association (CCBNA). Sierra Donor Services has committed to fund the scholarship annually through 2028.

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Manual Tally and Unofficial Election Results Schedule

Nov 05, 2024 03:08PM ● By Yolo County Assessor News Release

The Yolo County Elections Office will select the voting precincts to be included in the one percent manual tally for the Nov. 5 General Election in accordance with the California Elections Code.

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Celebrate Veterans Day in West Sacramento

Nov 05, 2024 03:01PM ● By Annie Kerr

It is crucial to honor and remember those who have served their country and to keep their legacy and memories alive.

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Doctors Say Bacterial Pneumonia Increasing, Especially Among Children

Nov 05, 2024 10:56AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Cases of pneumonia caused by the bacteria Mycoplasma, also known as "walking pneumonia," have been on the rise this year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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UC Davis Children's Hospital Named Among Best For 2024-2025

Nov 05, 2024 10:35AM ● By UC Davis News Release

UC Davis Children's Hospital has been recognized as a 2024-2025 Best Children's Hospital by U.S. News & World Report.

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