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Committee Looks into Country Club Owned by Members

Jun 26, 2025 10:41AM ● By John O’Brien

Let’s face it, we live in a pretty special place. My wife and I moved here 30 years ago and raised our three children, who have all married and moved back to raise their children. If that doesn’t speak volumes as to the uniqueness and quality of the Rancho Murieta experience, I’m not sure what does.

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Rancho Murieta Association: July 4 Schedule of Events

Jun 26, 2025 10:40AM ● By Joe Wirt

July 4, 2025 Schedule of Events

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RMA Board Member Rift Continues

Jun 26, 2025 10:37AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The June 17 meeting of the Rancho Murieta Association Board of Directors was expected to be short and routine, based on the agenda.

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Kiwanis to Host Fourth Annual Turn Around Scholarship Fundraiser

Jun 26, 2025 10:32AM ● By Carol Prinzo, Kiwanis Club of Rancho Murieta

The Kiwanis Club of Rancho Murieta will host its fourth annual fundraiser for the Turn Around Scholarship (TAS) Program on Sept. 27 at the Rancho Murieta Country Club.

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Cripple Creek Returning to Lake Clementia

Jun 26, 2025 10:30AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Drawing a sellout crowd last year, the Cripple Creek Band is slated to perform again at the Lake Clementia Amphitheater on July 5.

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CSD Board Adopts 2025-26 Budget at a Quiet Meeting

Jun 26, 2025 10:25AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

In its shortest meeting in recent history, the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Board moved through the agenda within 90 minutes on June 18.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Primary care is delivered by family nurse practitioners for all areas of California

Two Graduate Nursing Programs Earn Accreditation

Jun 24, 2025 11:29AM ● By University of California, Davis Health News Release

The first week of June marked the start of a new educational journey for students in two recently-accredited graduate programs at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at University of California, Davis (UC Davis).

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Playing in the Mud

Jun 24, 2025 09:53AM ● By Kristina Rogers

There comes a point when adulting has worn thin and one is ready to become re-acquainted with their inner child.

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Sacramento Area Council of Governments fosters collaboration and progress for an equitable, sustainable and prosperous future

25-Year Plan for Sacramento Region Growth

Jun 24, 2025 08:48AM ● By Sacramento Area Council of Governments News Release

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) announced that the draft 2025 Blueprint and Environmental Impact Report (EIR), the region's long-range transportation and land use plan, has been released for public review and comment.

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Firework sparkler

Keep Fourth of July Fireworks Safe and Legal

Jun 23, 2025 05:28PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With Independence Day coming up, it's always a good idea to know the risks of fireworks, only use legal fireworks and stay safe when using them.

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Three Grass Fires in Three Days Near Rancho Murieta

Jun 23, 2025 09:35AM ● By Joe Wirt

A firefighter mops up after a grass fire broke out just before noon on Sunday, June 22 behind Murieta Gardens.

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Anderson Ranch Changes Hands—To Family

Jun 23, 2025 09:31AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The historic Anderson Ranch west of the Rancho Murieta airport has been sold, but it’s staying in the family.

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Scot Pollard Returns to Gold Rush Classic

Jun 23, 2025 09:20AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Scot Pollard, the former Sacramento Kings center and recent subject of ESPN’s “Heart of Pearl” documentary, is returning to Rancho Murieta for the Gold Rush Classic Golf Tournament on Aug. 7 and 8.

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Tribute Bands Rock Lake Clementia with Def Leppard and Journey Hits

Jun 18, 2025 11:51AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The anthemic metal of Def Leppard and the melodic rock ballads of Journey echoed up the grassy hillside and across the shimmering waters of Lake Clementia as Entertainment, Theatre & Culture for Rancho Murieta kicked off its summer concert series on June 14.

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: Multiple dogs trot into the shallow water of the Animal Den Pet Resort and Spa’s in-ground pool during a previous Splashy Hour event in partnership with the Sacramento SPCA

Pup Pool Days Benefit SPCA

Jun 17, 2025 02:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

A pet boarding facility is sponsoring and hosting four Splashy Hour open-swim sessions for dogs to “get a break from the Sacramento heat” that doubles as a Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) fundraiser.

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Quincy, 8 months old, is one of 87 animals adopted from the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals during California Adopt-a-Pet Day

87 Animals Receive New Loving Homes

Jun 17, 2025 01:55PM ● By Sacramento SPCA News Release

The Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) joined more than 150 organizations in California to help find loving homes for pets during the second annual Adopt-A-Pet Day on June 7.

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River Valley Times

Co-Ed Youth League Tips Off at Golden 1

Jun 17, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Kings and Queens Rise Co-ed Youth Sports and Mentoring League, an initiative of The Center at Sierra Health Foundation’s Black Child Legacy Campaign program, launches its eighth season this week with a tip-off event hosted by league partner, the Sacramento Kings.

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Sacramento State University Soccer team gather on the field

Men’s Soccer Announces 2025 Slate

Jun 17, 2025 01:46PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento head men’s soccer coach Michael Linenberger announced June 12 an 18-match regular season schedule for 2025, a slate that includes a trio of National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament qualifiers and six opponents that finished inside the final top 100 in the end-of-season Rating Percentage Index (RPI) rankings.

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California Lottery

Sacramento Powerball® Ticket Set to Expire

Jun 13, 2025 10:58AM ● By California Lottery News Release

Claim or no claim – when you play, schools win.

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Construction Workers

Full Closure of Eastbound U.S. Highway 50 June 13-17 in West Sacramento

Jun 13, 2025 10:33AM ● By Caltrans News Release

Caltrans is alerting motorists of the 79-hour closure as part of the ongoing $280 million Interstate 80 (I-80) and U.S. Highway 50 (US 50) Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Yolo County.

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Resident Recognized by County Aging Commission

Jun 12, 2025 03:21PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Each May, in celebration of Older Americans Month, Sacramento County recognizes older adults who make a meaningful impact in their communities.

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Memorial Day Weekend Marked by Ceremonies

Jun 12, 2025 03:19PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Three Memorial Day weekend events in Rancho Murieta honored fallen soldiers, helped veterans in need and honored the American Flag.

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Village Trash and Treasures Sale Lives Up to Its Name

Jun 12, 2025 03:13PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The adage that “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure” rings true once again when the Murieta Village Association hosts its annual Trash and Treasure Sale on May 24.

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ETC Kicks Off Summer with Launch Event and First Concert

Jun 12, 2025 03:11PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

Flush with success from selling tickets and memberships at the May 18 Kick-Off Event—and for the first time, online through its website—Entertainment, Theater & Culture for Rancho Murieta (ETC) will present its first concert of the season on Saturday, June 14 at the Lake Clementia Amphitheater.

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Pickleball Players, Firefighters Raise Money for Burn Institute

Jun 12, 2025 03:08PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The Rancho Murieta Pickleball Club and local firefighters teamed up on May 17 for a tournament benefiting the Firefighters Burn Institute.

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Summerfest Spray Park Opens for Season on May 24

Jun 12, 2025 03:03PM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The weather was perfect and spirits were high as Opening Day unfolded at Summerfest Spray Park in Riverview Park on May 24.

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Bike the Rails in Amador

Jun 12, 2025 01:56PM ● By J.G. Wirt

The feel as the railbike glides downgrade is like riding a giant go-kart, but this one has power assist and good brakes.

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The California Nonprofits of the Year program helps increase awareness about the critical role nonprofits play in our communities

State Legislators Name Their Nonprofit of the Year

Jun 10, 2025 03:56PM ● By California Association of Nonprofits News Release

In recognition of California Nonprofits Day on May 21st, the California Association of Nonprofits announced on May 20 the 2025 California Nonprofits of the Year.

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Shown is the crew working on one of the shoots for the winning “Future Forward” commercial

United Way Wins Two Telly Awards

Jun 10, 2025 01:23PM ● By United Way California Capital Region News Release

United Way California Capital Region has been honored with two Telly Awards for its brand launch commercial, “Future Forward.”

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Sacramento County Regional Parks is hosting a series of events in June designed to encourage physical activity, wellness and quality family time

Celebrates Family Health and Fitness Day

Jun 10, 2025 12:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County invites residents to get outside and get moving for Family Health and Fitness Day June 14, with a variety of fun, free activities taking place throughout the regional park system.

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Overdue Audits, Water Shutoffs are CSD Board Topics

Jun 06, 2025 10:52AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

The interim finance administrator for the Rancho Murieta Community Services District delivered some discouraging news about the overdue audits and the accounting for the current fiscal year at the May 21 board meeting.

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Internal Conflicts, Recreation and Motorcycles Discussed at RMA Board Meeting

Jun 06, 2025 10:34AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

An internal conflict that first surfaced at the April board meeting, proposals for new recreational facilities, a request to allow motorcycles on the North, and ongoing issues with barcode stickers were among the topics discussed when the Rancho Murieta Association Board met on May 20.

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RMA, CSD Boards Discuss Barcode Stickers

Jun 06, 2025 10:03AM ● By Gail Bullen River Valley Times Reporter

What to do about barcode stickers, which allow access through automated lanes at the front gates, was a conundrum at both the Rancho Murieta Association Board meeting on May 20 and the Rancho Murieta Community Services District Board meeting on May 21.

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Whether you’re walking, biking, running or riding horseback, Sacramento County Regional Parks Rangers, the American River Bike Patrol and the American River Equestrian Patrol work behind the scenes, and on the trails, to keep everyone safe

Keeping Trails Safe

Jun 03, 2025 12:49PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks staff reminds residents and visitors that enjoying the county’s trails safely and respectfully is a shared responsibility.

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