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Winter Book Bingo Returns to Placer County Library

Dec 02, 2025 09:34AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Library is welcoming readers of all ages back to its popular Winter Book Bingo program, running Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, 2026.

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Tahoe City Launches Holly Jolly Strolls in December

Nov 25, 2025 10:11AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Three festive nights of local holiday shopping & seasonal cheer

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Twin Brothers Win at BJJ Tour U.S. Open

Nov 25, 2025 09:32AM ● By MPG Staff

Brothers Represent Sacramento Region with Apex Predator MMA

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Operations Launch at Big Notch Project

Nov 24, 2025 03:34PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

Expanding Critical Salmon Habitat

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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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A Push of a Button, A Gift of Hope

Nov 24, 2025 02:36PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Ornella Rossi

With holiday shoppers looking on, community leaders and nonprofit representatives gathered Nov. 21 at the Westfield Galleria at Roseville to cut the ribbon on the annual Light the World Giving Machines

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UC Davis Athletics Unveils ‘Aggie Ascent’

Nov 24, 2025 02:08PM ● By MPG Staff

A Visionary Facilities Master Plan for the Next Era

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Sacramento State Softball Signs Six Players

Nov 24, 2025 02:03PM ● By MPG Staff

2026-27 Recruiting Class

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Vitiello Earns Third Consecutive Nomination for Goalkeeper of the Year

Nov 24, 2025 01:59PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

USL (United Soccer League) Championship announced the finalists for the 2025 individual league awards on Nov. 14.

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Holiday Travel Ramps Up at SMF

Nov 24, 2025 01:23PM ● By MPG Staff

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is preparing for another busy holiday travel season, with passenger volumes expected to exceed last year’s totals.

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CLICK IT. DON'T RISK IT. CHP THANKSGIVING SAFETY REMINDER

Nov 24, 2025 01:10PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Officers focus on seat belt use, impaired driving and safe travel during one of the year’s busiest weekends

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Open Position on the Tahoe Basin Design Review Committee

Nov 21, 2025 03:20PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer’s design review committee for the Lake Tahoe Basin is seeking applicants for an open at-large position on the seven-member panel.

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PCF Donors Provide for Urgent Food Assistance

Nov 19, 2025 04:10PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

On Oct. 31st on the heels of cuts in government funding directly impacting food assistance to thousands of families in Placer County, Placer Community Foundation sent an email listing four local nonprofits plus our own Community Needs Fund as a means of quickly supporting food delivery.

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Free Ridership Extended to 2027 Alongside New Systems Plan for Truckee Tahoe Area Regional Transit

Nov 19, 2025 12:00PM ● By Placer County News Release

Residents and visitors in the North Lake Tahoe region can continue to ride for free on Placer County’s Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit for the next two years following approvals at Tuesday's Placer County Board of Supervisors meeting.

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Honoring Service, Strength and Heritage

Nov 19, 2025 11:03AM ● By John Williams, Chairman, United Auburn Indian Community

Each November, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the traditions, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the country.

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30 Years of Community Problem Solving

Nov 18, 2025 04:46PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

Placer Community Foundation proudly administers a powerful collective of health and human service providers known as the Placer Collaborative Network (PCN).

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Giving Machines Help Local Charities ‘Light the World’

Nov 18, 2025 02:21PM ● By Gary Zavoral

Residents throughout the greater Sacramento area have already started to “Light the World” through Giving Machines, vending machines with items representing life-changing gifts for those in need.

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Public Invited to Virtual Informational Meeting for Amended Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan

Nov 18, 2025 11:46AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County officials are inviting residents to attend a virtual informational meeting to learn about the amended Village at Palisades Tahoe Specific Plan on Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.

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National Collection Week Begins for Operation Christmas Child

Nov 18, 2025 09:31AM ● By Samaritan’s Purse News Release

The collection season for Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse begins today as nearly 5,000 drop-off locations open across the country.

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Placer County Planning Commission Approves Resort Campground Plans Near Donner Summit

Nov 14, 2025 10:49AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Planning Commission on Thursday, Nov. 13, approved a proposal to transform the Placer County portion of the Cisco Grove Campground into a resort-style camping and RV site.

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Taking Flight With AAA Endowment

Nov 13, 2025 11:16AM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

Endowment Fund at PCF Supports a Young Woman’s Lifelong Mission

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Affordable Housing Needs: A Report From Community Service Providers

Nov 13, 2025 11:02AM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

n response to growing concerns about housing instability, a survey of 50 health and human services providers was conducted in 2024 to understand the scope and impact of affordable housing shortages in our region.

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It’s All About the Athletes

Nov 12, 2025 10:17AM ● By Seth Henderson

Special Olympics at UC Davis’ Russell Field Hosts Hundreds of NorCal Athletes

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Barking Orders and Fighting Crime

Nov 12, 2025 10:04AM ● By MPG Staff

CHP’s Newest Four-Legged Crime Fighters Officially Promoted To K-9 Officers

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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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Society for the Blind Offers Services for All Ages

Nov 12, 2025 09:21AM ● By Society for the Blind News Release

The nonprofit Society for the Blind organization is encouraging residents to honor Blindness Awareness Month throughout October by participating in activities and supporting people with vision loss so they can gain the skills they need to stay independent and thrive.

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Average California Farm Loses $20,528 Annually to Natural Hazards

Nov 12, 2025 09:09AM ● By Trace One News Release

High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages.

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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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Protecting our Resources With PARC Legacy Fund

Nov 07, 2025 12:54PM ● By Placer Community Foundation News Release

For over three decades, Protect American River Canyons (PARC) has been a dedicated voice for preserving the natural, recreational, and cultural resources of the North and Middle Forks of the American River and its canyons through leadership and collaboration.

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NorCal Residents Advised to Prepare for Gusty Winds

Nov 04, 2025 12:51PM ● By Seth Henderson

National Weather Service Releases Wind Advisory for NorCal

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$2 Million Legacy Gift by Rotary Club of Lincoln to Boys & Girls Club of Placer County

Nov 04, 2025 12:26PM ● By Rotary Club of Lincoln and Boys & Girls Club of Placer County News Release

he Rotary Club of Lincoln is pleased to announce a $2 million dollar gift as part of their Centennial celebration that will help to build the new facility for the Boys & Girls Club of Placer County. It is the Club’s largest, one time gift in its 100 years of history.

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Raccoon Creek Ranch Conservation and Restoration Kickoff Event Happening Nov. 7

Nov 03, 2025 02:19PM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Conservation Program will host a Raccoon Creek Ranch conservation and restoration kickoff event to celebrate the permanent protection and restoration of 4,245 acres of prime farmland, open space and streams north of Lincoln.

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Health and Human Services Team Shares Holiday Donation Opportunities for Children, Animals in Need

Nov 03, 2025 01:41PM ● By Placer County News Release

As the season of giving begins, Placer County Health and Human Services is highlighting a few opportunities to support local families and animals in need.

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Interstate 80 Construction Update for Sierra Corridor

Oct 31, 2025 03:19PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Multiple Projects Underway with Various Lane and Ramp Closures

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