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Local Parents Continue Fight for Deceased Veteran Son

May 26, 2026 03:43PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

For nearly eight years, parents Carlos and Juanita Lopez have kept medical records, legal filings, photographs and movie posters in their Elk Grove home tied to one mission: fighting for answers after the death of their son, Army veteran and aspiring actor Carlos Lopez Jr.

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Honoring Fallen Service Members on Memorial Day

May 12, 2026 04:26PM ● By Cosumnes Community Services District News Release

Community members are invited to the annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Walk for Veterans on Monday, May 25 to honor fallen U.S. military service members.

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Serving Those Who Served: Veterans Career and Resource Fair

Feb 24, 2026 03:33PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Veterans, transitioning service members and military families are invited to connect with opportunity at the Veterans Career & Resource Fair presented by Elk Grove American Legion Post 55 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, March 13 at District 56 (8230 Civic Center Drive).

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A Final Thank You

Feb 11, 2026 10:13AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Centenarian Veteran Honored at Ivy Park

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A Final Thank You

Feb 11, 2026 10:13AM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

Centenarian Veteran Honored at Ivy Park

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In Honor of Courage, Sacrifice and Unity

Feb 10, 2026 05:28PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

American Legion Holds Four Chaplains Memorial Service

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Gathered in Gratitude

Feb 04, 2026 09:33AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Dinner Hosted for Local Veteran Advocate

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American Legion to Host Fourth Annual Four Chaplains Memorial

Jan 29, 2026 02:53PM ● By MPG Staff

The Four Chaplains Memorial Service will take place Jan. 31, 2026, 10 a.m., at the Veterans Hall at District56, 8230 Civic Center Drive.

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Community Parade Salutes Veterans, Service

Nov 19, 2025 03:12PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

Friends and families gathered Tuesday, Nov. 11 to honor veterans who have served and those who are currently serving our country in the military.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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New Regional Veterans Memorial to Cap Annual Parade

Nov 05, 2025 01:53PM ● By MPG Staff

The Cosumnes Community Services District, in collaboration with the Elk Grove American Legion Posts 55 and 233, invites residents to celebrate local veterans with the annual parade, ceremony and community picnic.

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City Salutes War Prisoners, Missing Heroes

Sep 24, 2025 01:49PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

On Saturday, Sept. 20, the Prisoner of War/Missing in Action (POW&MIA) Recognition Day ceremony was held at the Veteran’s Grove located at District 56.

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Louis Silveira Named Citizen of the Year

Sep 16, 2025 03:46PM ● By MPG Staff

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce has named Louis Silveira the 2025 Elk Grove Citizen of the Year.

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County Connects Veterans & Families to Benefits

Jul 29, 2025 10:51AM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

Sacramento County’s Veterans Services Office plays a vital role in helping veterans and their dependents access life-changing benefits.

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Food Bank Named Nonprofit of the Year

Jun 12, 2025 03:34PM ● By Idaly Valencia

On May 20, the California Association of Nonprofits announced its list for the 2025 California Nonprofits of the Year, selected by 118 state legislators for organizations from their respective regions.

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Area Memorial Day Celebrations Highlighted

May 22, 2025 01:10PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Memorial Day Weekend in the Sacramento region brings a range of events that honor fallen military service members and offer opportunities for the community to come together.

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SAFE Credit Union to Collect Worn U.S. Flags for Proper Retirement

May 20, 2025 11:39AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

To honor this summer’s patriotic holidays, SAFE Credit Union is holding its second annual American flag collection drive from Friday, May 23 through Wednesday, July 30.

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Council OKs $4.2M Loan for Affordable Senior Housing

May 01, 2025 11:33AM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The Elk Grove City Council approved a $4.2 million loan to Mutual Housing California to develop an 89-unit senior affordable housing project in Old Town Elk Grove during its April 23 meeting.

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Elk Grove Now Has Second American Legion Auxiliary Unit

May 01, 2025 11:19AM ● By American Legion Post 55 News Release

For years our community, now our city, had one American Legion Post, one Veterans of Foreign Wars Post and one Marine Corps Detachment to serve our veterans. Just a couple of years ago, several members of American Legion Post 233 formed American Legion Post 55, which increased our ability to serve our veterans.

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Officer Osmar Rodarte Killed During Major Drug Raid

Mar 27, 2025 04:04PM ● By Shamaya Sutton

The Marysville Police Department identified Officer Osmar Rodarte as the officer who was fatally shot the morning of March 26 during a multi-agency drug raid in Olivehurst. The raid was part of a sweeping operation targeting a transnational drug trafficking organization.

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Veterans Day Parade Shines

Nov 14, 2024 09:48AM ● By Emanuel Espinoza

On a rainy Veterans Day in Elk Grove, nothing stopped veterans from being honored by the 2024 Elk Grove Veterans Day parade hosted by American Legion Post 233.

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WellQuest Honors Veterans

Nov 14, 2024 09:44AM ● By Annie Kerr

Veterans Day came early for those at WellQuest of Elk Grove, a senior living center in town.

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Food Bank Gives Back All Year

Nov 07, 2024 11:37AM ● By Ramona and Chris Scarborough

We all need life essentials: food, clothing and shelter. The Elk Grove Food Bank helps to care for two of those basic needs, food and clothing. They serve low-income families, homeless and disabled people, migrant workers, seniors and children.

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Rancho Cordova Remembers the Fallen

Sep 11, 2024 02:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The city of Rancho Cordova is hosting the “Remembering Our Fallen” exhibit. The exhibit, which opened on Sept. 11, will be on display at Rancho Cordova City Hall until Sept. 15.

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Elk Grove Seeks Citizen of the Year

Aug 27, 2024 05:51PM ● By Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce News Release

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce and American Legion, a nonprofit organization serving veterans, service members and communities, are seeking nominations for the 2024 Citizen of the Year award. Nominations close Sept. 18.

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Non Commissioned Officers Association

Jul 31, 2024 09:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), a military service organization established in 1960, plays a vital role in supporting members across all United States Armed Forces branches and their families from Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento area through programs and initiatives

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California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

Jul 17, 2024 04:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics and community engagement

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Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

Jul 17, 2024 12:41PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics, educational opportunities and community engagement.

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California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

Jul 09, 2024 01:48PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento

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Sacramento Native Serves Aboard USS George Washington

Jul 03, 2024 02:30PM ● By Navy Office of Community Outreach News Release

Theresa K. Ulbera of Sacramento is Aboard the USS George Washington

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Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

Jul 03, 2024 10:22AM ● By MPG Staff

The 18th Annual California Capital Airshow, Presented by Sacramento County in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, Returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento

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County Supports Housing for Veterans and Homeless

Jun 25, 2024 09:27AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On June 11, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Approved the Transfer of 2.2 Acres of Land and $3 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding to the City of Rancho Cordova for the Development of Mather Veterans Village Phase 4

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Sacramento Native Competes for Team Navy in the 2024 Warrior Games

Jun 18, 2024 03:52PM ● By Alyssa Ross, Navy Installations Command

Sacramento Native Will Join More than 250 Seriously Wounded, Ill, and Injured Service Members and Veterans at the Department of Defense (DOD) Warrior Games Challenge

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Residents Together Honor the Fallen

Jun 06, 2024 01:51PM ● By Emanuel Espinoza

Many residents gathered at the Elk Grove Memorial Cemetery on Memorial Day, May 27, to pay tribute to fallen veterans who served their country.

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East Lawn Observes Memorial Day

Jun 06, 2024 01:25PM ● By Joe Wirt

East Lawn Memorial Park took time out on Memorial Day, May 27, to thank all of those who have served our nation and to remember those who sacrificed their own future for our cherished freedoms.

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