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Free Dental Services for Yolo County Youth at Dunnigan Fire Station on Aug. 18

Aug 04, 2026 10:01AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency’s (HHSA) Oral Health Program, in partnership with Kaiser Permanente and Smile Dental Services, will offer free mobile dental services on Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Dunnigan Fire Protection District Station 12, located at 29145 Main St., Dunnigan, CA.

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August is Child Support Awareness Month

Aug 04, 2026 09:30AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors has recognized August 2026 as Child Support Awareness Month, honoring the work of the Colusa Sutter Yolo Regional Child Support Agency and highlighting the role child support services play in helping children and families thrive.

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Incoming Kindergarteners Graduate from United Way's KinderCamp

Jul 13, 2026 04:55PM ● By Kristin Thébaud, United Way California Capital Region

Sixteen incoming kindergarteners gathered at Southport Elementary School in West Sacramento on Friday, July 10 to participate in a graduation ceremony for United Way's KinderCamp.

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Westacre Park Opens

Jul 13, 2026 04:40PM ● By Abbey Wicks

A project nearly 10 years in the making, West Sacramento’s Westacre Park celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, July 9.

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Free Mobile Dental Screenings for Youth Ages 1–20

Jul 07, 2026 10:46AM ● By Washington Unified School District News Release

Washington Unified School District (WUSD) is helping spread the word about a free mobile dental van event for youth ages 1–20 at the Yolo County Children’s Alliance Annual Backpack Give-Away in West Sacramento.

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City’s 40th Park Opens

Jun 23, 2026 09:15AM ● By Abbey Wicks, photos by Abbey Wicks

On June 18, the City of West Sacramento celebrated the opening of the city’s 40th park, Washington Park, located at Sixth and E Streets.

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Summer KinderCamp Open to Fall Kindergarteners

Jun 02, 2026 10:53AM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

West Sacramento children entering kindergarten this fall who have not attended preschool are invited to apply for United Way California Capital Region’s KinderCamp school-readiness program this summer.

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Summer Reading Program Underway

Jun 02, 2026 10:51AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Library’s annual Summer Reading Program is underway as of June 1 and runs through Saturday, Aug. 15.

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Dancing Through the Decades

May 12, 2026 10:31AM ● By MPG Staff

The May installation of West Sacramento’s “West Sac Rhythm on the River” concert series will take attendees on a journey through the decades.

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Bee Haven Sponsoring Nature Journaling Classes

Apr 20, 2026 03:23PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

The UC Davis Bee Haven is sponsoring two nature journaling classes billed as “Relaxed Mornings Among the Bees and Blooms.”

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River City High School Seniors Celebrate National Signing Day Commitments

Apr 13, 2026 04:20PM ● By River City High School News Release

River City High School proudly recognized five outstanding senior student-athletes who have committed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level following graduation.

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Yolo County Library Celebrates 15 Years of Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros

Mar 17, 2026 10:43AM ● By Yolo County News Release

This April marks the 15th anniversary of Yolo County Library’s annual celebration of Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day).

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$500,000 to Support Car Seat, Bicycle Safety Programs

Mar 17, 2026 10:40AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) has received two grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) totaling $500,000 to support community safety programs across the county.

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Tuleyome Hosts Fifth Annual Spring Thing

Mar 16, 2026 04:09PM ● By Tuleyome News Release

Discover Where Coyotes Howl & Birds Soar at Woodland Regional Park Preserve Co-hosted by Tuleyome and the City of Woodland

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Celebrate Community and Support Empower Yolo at Lucas’ Party with a Purpose

Mar 10, 2026 10:21AM ● By Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs News Release

Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs is hosting his annual Party with a Purpose, which this year will benefit the vital Children’s Programs at Empower Yolo.

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California Duck Days Return

Mar 02, 2026 04:56PM ● By Yolo Basin Foundation News Release

Yolo Basin Foundation is hosting California Duck Days, Northern California’s wetlands and wildlife festival, on Saturday, April 25.

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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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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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Aerospace Museum Awarding Aviation Scholarships

Jan 26, 2026 04:19PM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

Thanks to the generosity of its major donors, the Aerospace Museum of California is proud to announce the return of its Private Pilot License (PPL) Scholarship Program.

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Celebrating Lunar New Year with Community Performances

Jan 26, 2026 04:11PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Library will celebrate Lunar New Year with a vibrant afternoon of cultural performances on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Davis Veterans Memorial Center.

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Celebrate Financial Wellness Month with CalKIDS

Jan 20, 2026 11:43AM ● By CalKIDS Scholarships News Release

Financial Wellness Month is a time for families across California to set goals, build healthier money habits and plan for the year ahead.

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CAHIP NorCal Celebrates Successful Toy Drive

Dec 23, 2025 12:00PM ● By CAHIP Northern California News Release

The Toy Drive reflects CAHIP NorCal’s ongoing commitment to community service alongside its work in advocacy, education, and professional development for health insurance and benefits professionals.

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Oh Christmas Tree!

Dec 16, 2025 11:23AM ● By MPG Staff

The City of West Sacramento marked the start of the holiday season Friday evening, Dec. 5, with its annual Tree Lighting Celebration at City Hall, bringing together residents for a free, family-friendly community event.

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Veterans of Foreign Wars Hosts Children's Christmas Party

Dec 09, 2025 09:18AM ● By Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary Post 8762 News Release

Children up to 11 years of age and their parents are invited to attend the annual Children's Christmas Party from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 905 Drever Street in West Sacramento.

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750,000 CalKIDS Scholarships Awarded

Dec 09, 2025 09:02AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

Launched in 2022, CalKIDS provides scholarships worth up to $1,500 for eligible public-school students and up to $175 in scholarships for every child born in California on or after July 1, 2022.

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Target to Host Heroes & Helpers Event with Sacramento Police Department & SPO to Support Local Youth

Dec 05, 2025 04:11PM ● By Heroes & Helpers News Release

On Saturday, Dec. 6 from 10 a.m. to noon, the Target store located at 3601 N Freeway Blvd. will host a Heroes & Helpers event in partnership with Sacramento Police Department and Sacramento Police Officer Association (SPO) 1849 Foundation.

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Lifting Students Back Up

Nov 12, 2025 09:56AM ● By Seth Henderson

Yolo High School’s Goal to Prepare Students for Life After High School

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Two-Goal Performance from Zuniga fuels Hawks’ 4–0 shutout over Delta

Nov 12, 2025 08:47AM ● By Cosumnes River College Athletics News Release

The Hawks delivered a commanding performance on both ends of the pitch, earning a 4–0 shutout win over San Joaquin Delta behind an explosive second-half surge and disciplined defensive play.

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Back-to-Back National Scoring Champion

Nov 10, 2025 04:49PM ● By River City High School Athletics News Release

River City’s Reagan Eisberg Makes History

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Empowering Young Leaders to Address Food Insecurity

Nov 04, 2025 02:14PM ● By Natalia Baltazar, Empower Yolo News Release

This November, as we observe Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week (Nov. 17–24) and prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, let us reflect on the many families and neighbors in our community who are struggling with food and housing insecurity.

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A Freshman’s First, A Senior’s Last

Oct 28, 2025 04:46PM ● By Seth Henderson

‘Full Circle Moment’ for River City High Homecoming

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Local Museums Invite Community to Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

Oct 24, 2025 02:23PM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

The greater Sacramento area is rich with an amazing array of state-of-the-art museums and historic sites that offer visitors the chance to explore California’s art, history and science treasures all year long.

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All Floats Lead to Homecoming

Oct 21, 2025 12:55PM ● By Seth Henderson

At River City High School, floats and decorations created by the Student Leadership and Construction classes for homecoming came together despite midterms, days off and schedule delays for the Oct. 24 football game and rally.

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Two Juveniles Cited, One Adult Injured at Recreation Center

Oct 21, 2025 12:47PM ● By Seth Henderson

Police Respond to Call Regarding Discharged Firecracker Inside Bathroom

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Sierra Donor Services Honors Survivors and Healing

Oct 21, 2025 12:40PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Liver Awareness Month, Sierra Donor Services is proud to join the national conversation around prevention, education and healing.

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