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Public Health Officials Report Three Additional Cases of Mushroom Poisoning

Jun 02, 2026 04:21PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) confirms three recent cases of amatoxin poisoning in Sacramento County caused by people accidentally picking and eating Death Cap and/or Western Destroying Angel mushrooms. All three cases are hospitalized for treatment.

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Nguyen Bill on Mental Health Diversion Advances

Mar 24, 2026 02:25PM ● By Office of Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen News Release

On March 17, Assembly Bill 46 authored by Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen (D-Elk Grove) passed the Senate Public Safety Committee on a unanimous bipartisan vote.

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Children's Oral Health Matters

Feb 09, 2026 03:25PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) remains committed to reducing preventable dental disease and expanding access to care during National Children’s Dental Health Month and throughout the year.

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When Shopping This Holiday Season, Don’t Forget to Get Health Insurance for 2026

Dec 29, 2025 06:02PM ● By Covered California News Release

The holidays are upon us, and for many, that means rushing to shop for all the things that make this time of year special. While looking for deals, don’t forget to pick up health insurance for 2026.

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First Flu-Related Death of the Season Confirmed

Dec 29, 2025 04:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Department of Health Services, Public Health Division (SCPH) is reporting the first influenza-related death of the 2025-26 flu season.

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Community Takes Steps for Breast Cancer Awareness at CORE

Oct 29, 2025 02:44PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The CORE Recreation Center capped a month of breast cancer awareness with a community walk, jog and run on Saturday, Oct. 25.

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Family Matters: Why Genetic Cancer Testing is Important

Oct 24, 2025 02:06PM ● By BrandPoint Content

When someone in your family is diagnosed with cancer, it can raise questions. Is it a coincidence, or is there something that runs in the family that makes others more likely to get it too?

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Free Youth Heart Screening at Monterey Trail

Oct 23, 2025 11:54AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

There will be a free heart screening will be on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Monterey Trail High School, 8661 Power Inn Road in Elk Grove. The event is for those ages 12 to 25.

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Free Mammograms for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oct 14, 2025 11:26AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Uninsured and underinsured members of the community are urged to act now

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Helping Older Resident Repair Home

Sep 22, 2025 01:44PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

When a 77-year-old Sacramento County resident began facing mounting fines and pressure from her homeowners’ association (HOA) over much-needed repairs to her home, she wasn’t sure where to turn.

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Orangetheory Franchise Owners to Expand Portfolio with 3 Seniors Helping Seniors® Territories

Sep 05, 2025 02:31PM ● By Seniors Helping Seniors News Release

Steve and Kristin LeClair are growing in the franchise world, bringing a new sense of purpose to their work with the launch of their senior care franchise in the Greater Sacramento area

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Stay Safe This Labor Day Weekend

Aug 28, 2025 02:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Labor Day Weekend is almost here and Sacramento County's Department of Regional Parks is encouraging visitors to stay safe while having fun in its parks and on the river.

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Medical Care Accessibility Expands with Clinic

Aug 26, 2025 04:59PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group had a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce on Aug. 20 for its new express primary care clinic off Laguna Boulevard.

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Elk Grove Run Club Hosts Weekly 3-Miler

Aug 26, 2025 04:49PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The Elk Grove Run Club hosted its weekly three-mile run each Thursday behind Waterman Brewing Company. The members start at 7 p.m. with a group stretch before heading out on their run.

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Elk Grove to Open Cooling Center

Aug 21, 2025 01:43PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

In anticipation of temperatures topping the century mark, the City of Elk Grove and Cosumnes Community Services District will open a cooling center on Thursday, August 21.

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Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group Opens Express Primary Care

Aug 21, 2025 12:18PM ● By Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group News Release

Dignity Health Mercy Medical Group opened a new, express primary care location in Elk Grove on August 11, 2025. Conveniently located in a retail location at 8259 Laguna Blvd, Ste. 100.

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Sacramento County’s annual Fentanyl Awareness Summit, open to the public

Fentanyl Awareness Summit Open to the Public

Aug 12, 2025 09:34AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s annual Fentanyl Awareness Summit is back this year with a renewed sense of urgency and hope.

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New Program Delivers Care Beyond the 9-1-1 Call

Aug 06, 2025 04:04PM ● By Cosumnes Community Services District News Release

Residents in southern Sacramento County who have trouble accessing regular care will soon receive timely, in-home support through a mobile healthcare program designed to improve health outcomes and reduce unnecessary trips to the emergency room.

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Elk Grove Seeks Feedback on Climate Plan

Jul 16, 2025 09:51AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The City of Elk Grove’s Strategic Planning and Innovation Program hosted an open house-style event July 8 at the District 56 Community Center to inform residents about the city’s climate action plan update, which is expected to be adopted later this year.

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Cal OES warns people to stay safe in triple digit heat

Stay Safe in Triple Digit Heat

Jul 14, 2025 03:01PM ● By California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services News Release

With temperatures forecasted to reach triple digits, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants Californians to stay safe from the heat.

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Gaining a Greener Elk Grove

Jul 09, 2025 02:27PM ● By City of Elk Grove News Release

Over the past 25 years, Elk Grove has made steady strides toward building a more sustainable and resilient future.

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Mosquito Samples Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Jun 23, 2025 05:34PM ● By Sacramento Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District News Release

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District announced on June 18 that the first signs of West Nile virus (WNV) activity have been detected in Yolo County as one mosquito sample collected from Davis has tested positive for the disease.

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Mercy General Hospital Celebrates 100 Years of Babies

Jun 17, 2025 10:41AM ● By Dignity Health News Release

As part of a year-long effort to celebrate Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital’s 100th year of providing compassionate, high-quality health care to the Greater Sacramento community, the hospital held a birthday celebration June 11 for the community and staff to celebrate generations of families born at the hospital.

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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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Angelman Walk Helps Bring Awareness

May 22, 2025 01:19PM ● By Emanuel Espinoza

Several people walked around the Elk Grove Park pond on May 17 to help support those who have Angelman Syndrome.

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RAD Games Offer Inclusive Fun

May 15, 2025 01:00PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The third annual RAD Games at the Wackford Community and Aquatic Complex in Elk Grove brought together hundreds of participants and families Saturday, May 10 for a free, inclusive event designed for individuals with disabilities.

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Planet Fitness Gym Expands its Footprint to Elk Grove Center

May 15, 2025 12:52PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Planet Fitness, which operates six gyms in the Sacramento region, is moving into the Laguna 99 shopping center on Elk Grove Boulevard.

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Life-Saving Device Installed at Parks

May 15, 2025 12:51PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Thanks to three Rotary clubs, 18 automated external defibrillator (AED) units have recently been installed at public facilities in Sacramento, Carmichael, Elk Grove and Marysville.

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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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Sutter Health Breaks Ground on New Elk Grove Care Center

May 01, 2025 11:31AM ● By MPG Staff

Sutter Health broke ground April 23 on a new care center that will expand access to specialty healthcare services for Elk Grove and surrounding communities, according to a news release issued by the healthcare providers.

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CCSD OKs Contract for New GM

Apr 10, 2025 12:59PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

The Cosumnes Community Services District has a new general manager. The District Board of Directors last week approved the contract for Tim Ogden to step into the role later this month.

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Jessie Baker School Celebrates 60 Years

Apr 03, 2025 10:23AM ● By Emanuel Espinoza

The Jessie Baker School, the first public school in California for children with severe disabilities, celebrated its 60th anniversary last week.

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Running of the Elk Brings Community Together

Apr 03, 2025 10:17AM ● By MPG Staff

Despite some slightly uncooperative weather, Kaiser Permanente’s 14th Annual Running of the Elk took place without any issue, drawing runners, families and supporters to District56 on Sunday, March 30.

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Rancho Seco Recreational Area Implements New Boat Restrictions to Protect Lake

Apr 03, 2025 10:05AM ● By MPG Staff

The Sacramento Municipal Utility District announced new watercraft restrictions on March 25 at Rancho Seco Lake as a preventive measure against the spread of invasive, non-native golden mussels recently discovered in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.

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California Seizes 650,000 Fentanyl Pills

Apr 01, 2025 01:23PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Continuing an enhanced focus in 2025 to combat the scourge of illegal fentanyl trafficking, the California National Guard (CalGuard) seized 1,045 pounds and more than 650,000 pills containing fentanyl, with a street valuation of more than $6.8 million, in January and February.

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