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Learn More About Sierra Nevada Olympic Winter Museum and Community Cultural Center at Upcoming Virtual Meeting

Sep 28, 2026 01:56PM ● By Placer County News Release

The community is invited to learn more about the proposed Sierra Nevada Olympic Winter Museum and Community Cultural Center project with Placer County staff during a virtual community meeting Wednesday, Oct. 7, starting at 6 p.m.

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Food Frontier Selected to Bring Sacramento Cuisine to New Stadium

Sep 21, 2026 10:22AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Wilton Rancheria and Sacramento Republic FC have selected Food Frontier to shape the food program at Republic Stadium.

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Volleyball
Ashlynn Archer Joins Beach Volleyball Coaching Staff After Standout Hornet Career

Sep 21, 2026 10:10AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

After an incredible playing career in both a Sacramento State indoor and beach uniform, Ashlynn Archer will remain at her alma mater as assistant beach volleyball coach.

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State Fair Junior Championship Crowns 2026 Winners at Haggin Oaks

Sep 08, 2026 10:21AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The State Fair Junior Championship for boys and girls ages 7 to 18 was held Saturday, Aug. 26, at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex. Players ages 12 to 18 competed on the Alister MacKenzie 18-hole course, while the 7 to 11 division played nine holes on Arcade Creek.

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UC Davis Welcomes Zyhira Jones as New STUNT Assistant Coach

Sep 08, 2026 10:18AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis STUNT is strengthening its coaching staff with the addition of Assistant Coach Zyhira Jones. A former collegiate STUNT athlete and experienced head coach with a proven track record of program building and athlete development.

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Homegrown Centerback Chibi Ukaegbu to Join Houston Dynamo on Club Record Transfer Fee

Sep 08, 2026 10:07AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Republic FC announced that the club has reached an agreement with Major League Soccer club Houston Dynamo FC transferring defender Chibuike “Chibi” Ukaegbu (pronunciation: Chi-bee Oo-kay-boo) to Houston Dynamo II of MLS NEXT PRO pending league and federation approval.

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The Big West Honors Ching as the League’s Offensive Player of the Week

Sep 08, 2026 09:53AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Following her two-goal performance that helped lift the Sacramento State women’s soccer team to victory against Southern Utah, junior Candace Ching was named The Big West’s Offensive Player of the Week on Monday (Aug. 31) for the first time in her career.

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Sacramento Kings to Honor Hall of Fame Coach Rick Adelman

Aug 31, 2026 03:37PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings announced Aug. 24, that players will wear a commemorative black band on the upper-left shoulder of their jerseys throughout the 2026-27 NBA season to honor Hall of Fame coach Rick Adelman, recognizing one of the most influential figures in franchise history.

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Sacramento Kings to Open New Official Team Store in Downtown Commons

Aug 17, 2026 12:55PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

New Retail Destination Expands Access to Exclusive Kings Apparel and Elevated Fashion Collections

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The Sacramento River Cats Announce Their Schedule for the 2027 Season

Aug 17, 2026 12:17PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

The Sacramento River Cats, proud affiliate of the San Francisco Giants, have announced their 150-game schedule for the upcoming 2027 season and are offering a limited time opportunity to be the first to secure tickets for next season.

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History of Sacramento Baseball on Display

Aug 05, 2026 08:52AM ● By Jennifer Corriea, photos by Jennifer Corriea

For baseball fans looking to escape the summer heat, a drive to the Sacramento History Museum will treat visitors to the Play Ball! exhibit that traces the history of baseball in Sacramento from the first official game in 1860 to the present-day River Cats team.

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Placer Fish and Game Commission Grant Application Period Now Open

Jul 28, 2026 09:03AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Fish and Game Commission has opened its annual grant solicitation process, inviting applications from nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, community groups and individuals.

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Auburn State Theatre Presents 'Rudy'

Jul 22, 2026 11:50AM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

In partnership with Auburn Arts Commission, Auburn State Theatre presents "Rudy" sponsored by Arts Council of Placer County

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More Than 5,000 People Expected for Senior Softball Tournament

Jul 21, 2026 01:17PM ● By Placer Valley Tourism News Release

About 130 slow-pitch teams – from as far away as Alaska, Hawaii and Texas – will compete in one of the largest tournaments in the nation and generate $3 million for the local economy. Divisions include 85-and-up men’s teams.

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90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial Crowns Champions at Haggin Oaks

Jul 14, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial concluded recently at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, with junior golfers ages 7–18 competing across two days, July 8-9.

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Two MADE Hoops Tournaments Over the next Two Weeks at the Roebbelen Center in Roseville

Jul 09, 2026 11:00AM ● By Placer County Sports Release

MADE Hoops’ West Nationals tips-off Saturday and continues Sunday (July 11-12), followed by the larger West Live Finale (July 16-19). The two tournaments will bring several thousand people and generate $3 million for the Placer Valley economy

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Wine Country Curling Club Brings Home Two More Championship Banners at 2026 MoPac Arena National Playdowns

Jun 10, 2026 08:44AM ● By Wine Country Curling Club News Release

Wine Country Curling Club (WCCC) is celebrating a standout weekend after Team Spangler and Team Connelly captured championships at the 2026 Mountain Pacific Curling Association (MoPac) Arena National Playdowns, held this weekend at CurlVegas in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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One-Mile Run to Kick off Auburn's Fourth of July Parade

Jun 03, 2026 10:31AM ● By Auburn Mile News Release

A new Fourth of July tradition is coming to Downtown Auburn with the inaugural Auburn Mile and Auburn Mini-Mile, a community-centered running event designed to kick off Auburn’s Independence Day celebration before the annual parade begins.

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Young Curling Duo Captures 2026 MoPac Mixed Doubles Championship

May 27, 2026 10:40AM ● By Wine Country Curling Club News Release

Brian Feldman, Jr. and Andie McDonald Earn Regional Title in Tempe, Arizona

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Placer County to Sponsor Track and Field Championship as Part of 175th Anniversary Celebrations

Apr 01, 2026 09:36AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County will bring together young athletes from across the region for the Placer County Track and Field Championship, a countywide event celebrating student achievement, community pride and the county’s 175th anniversary.

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Rare "Eight-Ender" Achieved at Wine Country Curling Club League Night

Mar 04, 2026 10:40AM ● By Wine Country Curling Club News Release

Something extraordinary happened on the ice at Skatetown Ice in Roseville this week. During a regular league game at the Wine Country Curling Club, one team achieved one of the rarest feats in the sport of curling: an eight-ender.

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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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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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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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Desmond Finishes Regular Season with Team of the Week Selection

Nov 12, 2025 08:43AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

United Soccer League (USL) Championship announced the Week 34 Team of the Week.

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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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Olivia Santiago Earns Spot on UW-Whitewater Women's Swimming and Dive Team

Oct 14, 2025 09:33AM ● By University of Wisconsin-Whitewater News Release

Olivia Santiago from Lincoln, CA, who is studying biology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, has earned a roster spot on the Warhawk women's swimming and diving team for the 2025-26 season.

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From Little League to the MLB Postseason

Oct 07, 2025 03:56PM ● By Seth Henderson

Local Little League Graduates Represent Sacramento in MLB Postseason

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Hastings Joins Republic FC as Partnerships Vice President

Sep 22, 2025 01:22PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

As preparations for Republic Stadium at the Railyards are in full swing, the club announced the addition of Brian Hastings to its executive team on Aug. 28.

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Palmatier Picks Up Second Big Sky Weekly Honor

Sep 22, 2025 01:12PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

For the second time this season and the fifth time in her California State University, Sacramento soccer career, junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier was named the Big Sky Conference Defensive Player of the Week on Sept. 16 after helping the Hornets shut out CSUN on the road last week.

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Butler Nominated for Roberto Clemente Award

Sep 22, 2025 12:30PM ● By Athletics News Release

Major League Baseball announced that Lawrence Butler has been named the Athletics’ nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award, one of the most prestigious honors in the sport.

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Smagina Named New Women’s Tennis Assistant Coach

Sep 22, 2025 12:21PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Former Kansas and Washburn University standout Sonia Smagina joins the California State University, Sacramento women's tennis program as an assistant coach, head coach Sophie Breault announced Sept. 15.

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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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