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Rancho Murieta Marks America’s 250th Birthday with its Biggest Fourth of July Celebration

Jul 08, 2026 01:26PM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

Hundreds of residents and visitors lined Murieta Parkway for the parade as Rancho Murieta celebrated America’s 250th birthday with the largest Fourth of July turnout that longtime residents can remember, capping the day with an expanded fireworks spectacular honoring the nation’s semi-quincentennial.

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Blockbusters, Enthusiastic Crowd Launch ETC’s 25th Anniversary Concert Season

Jun 29, 2026 09:12AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

The Blockbusters didn’t have to work hard to get Rancho Murieta concertgoers on their feet on June 20.

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CSD Details Response to June Manganese Flare-Up

Jun 26, 2026 10:30AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

Rancho Murieta Community Services District operators dumped approximately 200,000 gallons of treated water into Lake Clementia, temporarily shut down both water treatment plants, and relied on water already stored in the system to prevent elevated manganese from reaching customers during last week’s precautionary water advisory on June 19 and 20.

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Don't Forget Food Safety this Summer

Jun 22, 2026 12:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

acramento County Public Health (SCPH) and the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) are urging residents to follow safe food handling practices as summer temperatures, activities and subsequent foodborne illnesses are on the rise.

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BlowBacks Bring Music, Dancing to Record Women’s Club Luncheon

Jun 17, 2026 10:16AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

The Rancho Murieta Women’s Club welcomed 129 attendees to its May 27 luncheon at the Rancho Murieta Country Club, drawing the organization’s largest crowd since the COVID-19 pandemic outside of its annual fashion show.

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California State Fair Uncorks 2026 Commercial Wine Competition Winners

Jun 16, 2026 10:17AM ● By California State Fair News Release

The California State Fair proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Commercial Wine Competition, recognizing exceptional wines crafted from California-grown grapes that showcase the state’s rich agricultural heritage, distinct climates and soils, and world-class winemaking excellence.

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Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Jun 15, 2026 11:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act.

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ETC Opens 25th Anniversary Season with Record Kickoff Attendance

Jun 11, 2026 11:23AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

More than 400 people attended Entertainment, Theatre & Culture for Rancho Murieta’s annual kickoff event on May 17, helping to launch the organization’s 25th-anniversary concert season and setting the stage for the first concert of the summer on June 20.

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Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

Jun 08, 2026 10:57AM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success

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SUN Bucks Return This Summer

Jun 08, 2026 10:46AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a time for fun, family and sunshine, but for many Sacramento County families, it can also mean higher grocery costs while children are out of school.

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Keeping Street Food Safe

Jun 01, 2026 12:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Environmental Management Department (EMD), in coordination with partner agencies, continues outreach and enforcement efforts aimed at improving food safety and helping sidewalk food vendors operate legally and safely throughout the county.

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Garden Club’s Plant Sale Extravaganza Blooms

May 20, 2026 11:21AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

The annual River Valley Garden Club Plant Sale Extravaganza drew a steady stream of shoppers to the Rancho Murieta Association parking lot on May 9, with organizers calling the fundraiser a major success for both the club and the community.

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May is CalFresh Awareness Month

May 11, 2026 05:37PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

During the month of May, Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance is participating in CalFresh Awareness Month, launching a weekly video series to help residents better understand available food resources and how to access them.

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SMF Adds Three New Restaurants

Mar 30, 2026 01:30PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues to elevate the traveler experience with the grand opening of Magpie Café, Centro Cocina Mexicana and New Helvetia Brewing Co. in Terminal A.

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California State Fair Announces New Chief Wine Judge

Jan 26, 2026 04:02PM ● By California State Fair News Release

The California State Fair appointed Tim McDonald of Napa as the new Chief Judge of the California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition.

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Bridge House Café Celebrates Grand Opening

Jan 26, 2026 09:37AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

The Bridge House, a new café, wine bar and gift shop in Murieta Plaza that has been operating since Nov. 29, marked its official grand opening Jan. 10 with a daylong celebration.

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Wilton Winter Festival Draws Crowd

Dec 11, 2025 09:18AM ● By Patsy Nemetz

The Wilton Winter Festival returned to the Wilton Community Center on Dec. 6, drawing several hundred residents despite chilly, foggy weather in sharp contrast to last year’s unseasonably warm 60-degree day.

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County’s 2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released

Nov 24, 2025 03:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million, county Agricultural Commissioner Chris Flores reported during her presentation of the 2024 Sacramento County Crop and Livestock Report at the Nov. 18 Board of Supervisors meeting.

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County's 2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released

Nov 24, 2025 02:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million, county Agricultural Commissioner Chris Flores reported

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Save Mart Launches Hunger Relief Campaign

Nov 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By The Save Mart Companies News Release

Holiday food drive delivers 100% of donations to local food banks, first distribution before Christmas

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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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Association Presents Halloween, Apple Hill Events

Nov 06, 2025 09:17AM ● By Wyly Haviland

It was all about member enjoyment when the Rancho Murieta Association Recreation Committee presented two events in October.

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Rancho Murieta Country Club Confronts Tough Choices

Oct 31, 2025 01:33PM ● By Joe Wirt

Rancho Murieta Country Club leaders say the club has regained some financial footing since 2022 but warned members Oct. 23 that it cannot remain solvent without higher dues or renewed assessments next year.

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Sierra Donor Services Partners with Texas Roadhouse

Oct 31, 2025 12:01PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is excited to partner with the popular restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse for a three-day promotional event encouraging guests to register as life-saving organ, eye and tissue donors.

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57% of Americans Cut Back on Candy This Halloween as Chocolate Prices Rise: New Study

Oct 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Brandpoint Content

New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy.

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Sunrise Park District's 75th Anniversary Jubilee

Oct 14, 2025 03:50PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A joyous crowd came together on Saturday, Oct. 4 in Rusch Community Park to celebrate and remember a very special gift donated in 1950 by Fred and Julia Rusch: their home and 15 acres of their ranch land.

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Summerfest Celebrates 25th Year at Stonehouse Park

Oct 10, 2025 09:42AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

Summerfest celebrated its 25th anniversary with a lively carnival and country fair that took over Stonehouse Park from Oct. 2 to 4.

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Women’s Club Celebrates Oktoberfest at Luncheon

Oct 09, 2025 10:12AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

Members of the Rancho Murieta Women’s Club swayed side to side during the Schrunkaln dance, clapped four times to the “Chicken Dance” and all but rolled out the barrels at their Sept. 24 luncheon at the Rancho Murieta Country Club.

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Team Takes Top Honors at North Ridge

Sep 11, 2025 09:35AM ● By Nancy Clevenger

The Rancho Murieta Country Club Women’s Golf Club recently walked away with winning honors for the Low Gross River Valley Team Play for 2025.

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Geeky Getups, ’80s Music Delight Crowd

Sep 11, 2025 09:07AM ● By Gail Bullen, River Valley Times Reporter

With some in the crowd looking just as geeky as the band, The Spazmatics kept the fun going during their Aug. 30 concert at the Clementia Amphitheater.

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Retired Teachers Invited for Coffee and Conversation

Sep 03, 2025 01:15PM ● By California Retired Teachers Association News Release

As the new school year begins and students return to their classrooms, newly retired teachers can often feel ambivalent. Happy to be free of the demands placed on educators, but missing the shared connections when pupils begin a new journey in learning.

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Pickleball Club Hosts Car Show, Chili Cook-Off

Aug 21, 2025 11:46AM ● By Rancho Murieta Pickleball Club News Release

The weather lived up to the occasion when the Rancho Murieta Pickleball Club hosted the Hot August Ninth Car Show and Chili Cook-Off on Aug. 9 at Stonehouse Park.

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Ice Cream Truck Returns to Rancho Murieta After Three-Year Hiatus

Aug 07, 2025 09:08AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

RANCHO MURIETA, CA (MPG) - After a three-year break, the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck once again made its way through Rancho Murieta on Sunday, July 6, drawing enthusiastic customers and plenty of smiles.

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Celebrating Polish Culture

Jul 29, 2025 10:26AM ● By Polish American Club of Sacramento News Release

Join the Polish American Club of Sacramento, Inc. at the 34th annual Polish Festival. Come celebrate and learn about the Polish culture through traditional food, drink and song from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 6 at 327 Main St., Roseville.

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Cripple Creek Draws Sell-out Crowd

Jul 24, 2025 12:11PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The Cripple Creek Band delivered a crowd-pleasing performance of its Southern rock-inspired country music to a sold-out audience at the Clementia Amphitheater on July 5.

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