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Placer County Announces Completion of American River Debris Removal Project, Popular Trailhead Reopens

Jan 13, 2026 02:52PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County leaders were joined by members of the community group Protect American River Canyons in Auburn on Monday to celebrate the completion of the American River Debris Removal Project,

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Tahoe Rim Trail Association Opens Registration for 2026 Youth Backcountry Camps

Jan 07, 2026 03:20PM ● By Tahoe Rim Trail Association News Release

The Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) is excited to announce that registration for its 2026 Youth Backcountry Camps opens 10 a.m. on Wednesday Jan. 14.

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Nevada County Arts Council Announces MUSE 2026 Launch Party

Jan 07, 2026 03:09PM ● By Nevada County Arts Council News Release

Nevada County Arts Council announces the release of the third annual issue of MUSE – A Guide to Local Arts & Culture.

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Sacramento Valley Conservancy Launches Vernal Pool Stewardship Program

Jan 05, 2026 05:56PM ● By Sacramento Valley Conservancy News Release

The Sacramento Valley Conservancy (SVC) is proud to announce the launch of its Vernal Pool Stewardship Program, a community-driven effort to protect some of the region’s most rare and ecologically important landscapes

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Tahoe City Launches Second Friday Starlight Strolls

Dec 30, 2025 08:46AM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Each 2nd Friday Starlight Stroll features a new theme.

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Cinema at the State Presents 'Wayfinder'

Dec 17, 2025 12:50PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Q&A With Filmmaker Curtis Woodman Follows The Film

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Free Cat Adoptions at Whisker Wonderland

Dec 09, 2025 01:56PM ● By FieldHaven Feline Center News Release

FieldHaven Feline Center invites the community to Whisker Wonderland, its most magical holiday celebration of the year!

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Sutter Street Theatre Presents 'The Old Tyme Radio Show'

Dec 05, 2025 11:53AM ● By Sutter Street Theatre News Release

Come and enjoy classic radio programs from the 30s, 40s and 50s performed live and in costume by Sutter Street Theatre actors at 4 p.m. Dec. 13.

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Placer County Museums Invites Community to Free Holiday Events in Auburn

Dec 05, 2025 11:23AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Museums is kicking off the holiday season with two festive — and free — community events at two Auburn museum locations.

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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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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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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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State Theatre Acting Company (STAC) Presents 'It's a Wonderful Life'

Nov 18, 2025 11:24AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Bring the whole family and enjoy the State Theatre Acting Company’s (STAC’s) presentation of the ageless classic "It’s a Wonderful Life" as a live 1940s radio broadcast in front of a “studio” audience at the First Congregational Church of Auburn.

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Cinema at the State Presents Irish Music Documentary 'The Job of Songs'

Nov 05, 2025 04:16PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Don't miss Auburn State Theatre's screening of "The Job of Songs", sponsored by Mike Holmes, on Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m.

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Cinema at the State Presents Free Veterans Day Film 'The Great Escape'

Oct 29, 2025 09:22AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Exasperated by the number of Allied prisoners escaping from their POW camps, the Nazis relocate them to a high-security 'escape-proof' camp to sit out the remainder of the war. Undaunted, the prisoners plan one of the most ambitious escape attempts of World War II.

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Cinema at the State Presents: RITUAL Mountain Bike Film Tour

Oct 22, 2025 09:30AM ● By Auburn State Release

The RITUAL Mountain Bike Film Tour, a big-screen celebration of mountain biking’s best films, has it all: epic adventures, engaging storylines, airborne athletics and stunning cinematography showcasing many of mountain biking’s most scenic locations.

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Loomis Artist Kellyn Planteen Opens Studio for Placer Artists Tour

Oct 17, 2025 02:08PM ● By Placer Artists Tour News Release

Local artist Kellyn Planteen invites the public to visit her studio during the Placer Artists Tour, happening over two weekends.

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Sierra Nevada, California Tahoe Conservancies Co-Sponsor Nature-Based Solutions Tour for Policymakers

Oct 17, 2025 01:10PM ● By Sierra Nevada Conservancy News Release

On Wednesday, Oct. 8, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy (SNC) and California Tahoe Conservancy (Tahoe Conservancy) co-sponsored a tour through South Lake Tahoe and Markleeville to share how the conservancies are advancing Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) through post-fire reforestation, wildfire-risk-reduction and wetland restoration projects, with state and federal funds.

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Vintage Home Tour to Benefit Auburn State Theatre

Oct 14, 2025 10:39AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Don’t miss the 2025 Auburn Vintage Home Tour! This popular event is your chance to visit five beautiful vintage and historic homes, plus a bonus historic building.

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Placer County 2024 Crop Value Surges Nearly 24 Percent

Oct 09, 2025 10:34AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County’s total gross value of agricultural crops and livestock soared to a record-breaking $111 million in 2024, representing a 23.8 percent increase from the previous year’s total.

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Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours’ Bring New Energy to Umpteenth Halloween Bash

Oct 09, 2025 10:14AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Antsy McClain brings his fun-loving Trailer Park Troubadours to Auburn’s Odd Fellows Lodge #7 for their acclaimed Umpteenth Halloween Bash. Come in costume and be ready to party!

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Bricklayer Competition Determines California’s Best at Masonry Qualifier

Oct 08, 2025 11:27AM ● By California Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 News Release

The world’s largest and most exciting masonry challenge, the Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 is coming to Sacramento on Oct. 10.

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Homegrown Defender to Join U.S. Men's National Team Training Camp

Oct 07, 2025 02:50PM ● By Sac Republic FC News Release

Chibi Ukaegbu’s Third Call Up in 2025, Second in the Last Two Months

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Lawrence Butler Medical Update

Oct 07, 2025 02:33PM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Outfielder Successful Surgery, Undergoing Rehabilitation

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Whisenhunt Named PCL Pitcher of the Year, All-Star

Oct 07, 2025 02:16PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Also Named Was Right-Hander Carson Seymour

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State Theatre Acting Company to Present Spooky “Golden Age Radio"

Oct 02, 2025 11:42AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

Relive or experience for the first time the most beloved and iconic radio shows from the 1940s and 50s. State Theatre Acting Company’s Golden Age Radio Theatre features talented actors, dynamic soundscapes from a live Foley (sound effects) artist and engaging narratives that will transport you to a bygone era.

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Placer Rep’s Storytellers Theater to Perform for First Time in Auburn

Sep 30, 2025 02:52PM ● By Placer Repertory Theater News Release

This interactive program encourages elementary students and adult audiences to participate in the storytelling from their seats or volunteer to perform onstage to fully engage patrons, provide experiential learning opportunities and bring literature to life to encourage lifelong readers and learners.

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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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Documentary Film "Maestra" Showing at Hotel Vista Sierra

Sep 25, 2025 11:56AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

This documentary features five incredible women from around the world who gathered in Paris for ‘La Maestra,’ the only competition in the world for female conductors, boldly breaking glass ceilings in the male-dominated world of orchestral conducting

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Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Persistent Stomach Problems

Sep 23, 2025 02:23PM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers.

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Another Tuleyome Tale!

Sep 23, 2025 02:09PM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Getting Up Close and Personal with Alkali Milkvetch

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30th Lake Tahoe Marathon Events Happening Oct. 17–19

Sep 19, 2025 03:42PM ● By Lake Tahoe Marathon News Release

The Lake Tahoe Marathon is proud to celebrate its 30th year this Oct. 17-19. In recognition of this milestone, participants will receive exclusive commemorative items in addition to the traditional event swag.

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Placer County Marks Adopt a Shelter Dog Month With Third Annual Event Hosted by Kiley, Landon

Sep 17, 2025 10:04AM ● By Placer County News Release

For the third year, Placer County Animal Services is teaming up with local elected officials to raise awareness and celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month with special adoption events and promotions.

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Strokes4Hope Returns for 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament to Drive Breast Cancer Support in Placer County

Sep 10, 2025 11:43AM ● By Placer County

Beloved event at Lincoln Hills Golf Club aims to raise $100,000 for local families, patient care, and groundbreaking research.

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