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A Safe Place at Special Kids Day

Jun 02, 2026 05:07PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Lions Clubs from across the Sacramento region gathered at Depot Park (16 Business Park Way) on May 16 for the annual Special Kids Day, an event designed to provide youth with special needs a safe and inclusive space to enjoy a carnival-style celebration with their families.

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District Graduation Ceremony Schedule Highlighted

May 19, 2026 02:52PM ● By Elk Grove Unified School District News Release

With the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year quickly approaching, graduation season is once again in full swing.

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Bringing International Debate to Local Campuses

May 13, 2026 09:42AM ● By Idaly Valencia

A student-led effort to expand opportunities for youth to debate international issues and strengthen their public speaking skills is gaining momentum across high school campuses in Elk Grove.

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Spring Palooza Poster Winners Honored

May 12, 2026 04:49PM ● By MPG Staff

Two high school students were recognized during the May 5 Elk Grove Unified School District board meeting for winning the Elk Grove Spring Palooza poster contest themed “Bee A Pollinator.”

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'Spring Palooza' Arrives This Weekend

Apr 29, 2026 04:04PM ● By Elk Grove Spring Palooza News Release

The community is invited to attend the Elk Grove Spring Palooza (formerly known as the Western Festival) happening May 1 to 3 at Elk Grove Regional Park.

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‘World Thinking Day’ Inspires Girl Scouts

Apr 28, 2026 04:23PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

The event brought together troops from elementary through high school across Elk Grove/Galt Service Unit 144. Participants explored customs of fellow Girl Scouts from around the world and highlighted their cultural traditions through interactive cardboard displays.

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Going Bald for a Cause

Apr 21, 2026 05:05PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Head-Shaving Event Raises $20K for Cancer Research

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Pickleball the Warrior Way

Apr 14, 2026 05:13PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Annual Tournament Raises Funds for Youth Camp

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Pickleball the Warrior Way

Apr 14, 2026 05:13PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Annual Tournament Raises Funds for Youth Camp

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Concert Boosts Homeless Students with Scholarships

Apr 14, 2026 05:01PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of uplifting Indian music while supporting local students in need at an upcoming fundraiser hosted by the local nonprofit VI-SH Koranne Foundation.

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Concert Boosts Homeless Students with Scholarships

Apr 14, 2026 05:01PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Community members are invited to enjoy an evening of uplifting Indian music while supporting local students in need at an upcoming fundraiser hosted by the local nonprofit VI-SH Koranne Foundation.

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Performing Magic; Providing Meals

Mar 17, 2026 05:18PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

A local magician is putting his talents to work with the help of fellow performers to provide meals for residents who may need the extra support.

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Performing Magic; Providing Meals

Mar 17, 2026 05:18PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

A local magician is putting his talents to work with the help of fellow performers to provide meals for residents who may need the extra support.

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Performing Magic; Providing Meals

Mar 17, 2026 05:18PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

A local magician is putting his talents to work with the help of fellow performers to provide meals for residents who may need the extra support.

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Albiani Boys, Toby Johnson Girls Bring Home Championship Titles

Mar 17, 2026 04:36PM ● By MPG Staff

The seventh-grade boys basketball team from Katherine L. Albiani Middle School and the seventh-grade girls basketball team from Toby Johnson Middle School captured titles at the Elk Grove Unified School District Middle School Champions Game on Thursday, Feb. 26.

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Albiani Boys, Toby Johnson Girls Bring Home Championship Titles

Mar 17, 2026 04:36PM ● By MPG Staff

The seventh-grade boys basketball team from Katherine L. Albiani Middle School and the seventh-grade girls basketball team from Toby Johnson Middle School captured titles at the Elk Grove Unified School District Middle School Champions Game on Thursday, Feb. 26.

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Albiani Wrestling Captures District Championship

Mar 17, 2026 04:34PM ● By Katherine L. Albiani Middle School News Release

Representing our Albiani Falcons in the Championship Tournament were six seventh graders and twelve eighth graders, including four girls and 14 boys.

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Troubies Softball Falls Late at Laguna Creek

Mar 10, 2026 03:51PM ● By St. Francis High School Athletics News Release

Senior center fielder Alexis McFarland and sophomore pitcher Kaili Heeb each smacked RBI doubles, but St. Francis surrendered five runs in the fifth and sixth innings to see its 2-2 battle wither to a 7-2 loss at Laguna Creek in non-league girls' fastpitch action Saturday, March 7.

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How to be ‘Uniquely You’

Mar 03, 2026 01:45PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Teen Poet Writes to Inspire Girls

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Sheldon Walks Off in Extra Innings Over Troubies

Feb 25, 2026 09:22AM ● By St. Francis High School News Release

Junior catcher Jocelyn Villaflor hit 2-for-3 while infielders Arielle Alcantar and Hazel Pryor each ripped doubles but St. Francis fell in extra innings, 3-2, against former Delta League rival Sheldon in a non-league prep softball contest at Mary Jo Truesdale Field on Monday night.

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Elk Grove Unified Board Raises Trustee Pay, Approves Layoffs

Feb 24, 2026 04:22PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Elk Grove Unified School District board voted to sharply increase trustee pay during its Feb. 17 meeting, the same night it approved layoffs and reassignments affecting dozens of classified positions, decisions that drew criticism from community members during public comment.

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Franklin Elementary Choir Performs for School Board

Feb 24, 2026 04:03PM ● By MPG Staff

Smiles filled the Elk Grove Unified School District boardroom the evening of Feb. 17 as the Franklin Elementary School choir performed the “Kindness Song.”

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Girl Scout Heart of Central California Celebrates National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, Highlighting How the Cookie Program Helps Girls Explore More Through Hands-On Entrepreneurship

Feb 20, 2026 08:53AM ● By Girl Scout Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) invites cookie lovers across the Sacramento, Stockton, and Modesto regions to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place Feb. 20 to 22.

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‘Recycling Is Easy,’ Boss Tootie Raps

Feb 18, 2026 10:51AM ● By Idaly Valencia

A local student and hip-hop artist is using music to teach her peers about recycling and the sorting of food waste through a new collaboration with area waste management company Cal-Waste.

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Mustangs Football & Cheer to Host ‘Kickoff Night’

Feb 18, 2026 10:35AM ● By MPG Staff

The Monterey Trail Jr. Mustangs Football & Cheer program is accepting sign-ups for the 2026 season, under the guidance of the Monterey Trail High School Athletic & Football program, for students in sixth through eighth grade.

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Elks Lodge Raises $5K for Elk Grove High Band

Feb 10, 2026 05:20PM ● By Elk Grove Elks Lodge 2577 News Release

On Jan.10, Elk Grove Elks Lodge 2577 hosted the Elk Grove High School Band families, who held a successful “’80s Bingo” night fundraiser at which they raised a total of $5,000.

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Sheldon Boys Basketball Takes Control of Delta League

Feb 10, 2026 04:59PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

The top two teams of the Delta League in boys basketball faced off to see who controls the lead of the league as the postseason gets closer.

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Elk Grove Wrestling Dominates Delta League Championships

Feb 10, 2026 04:52PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

As the postseason for high school wrestling began over the past weekend, wrestlers cut weight to gain any advantage they could, whether a few ounces or a few pounds. They were willing to do anything to win as there can only be one state champion.

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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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Point Quest Expands Access to Student Therapy

Feb 04, 2026 09:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Point Quest Group is a national provider of special education services, headquartered off East Stockton Boulevard, that acquired LinkUp Teletherapy in November 2025. Company leaders said the move was designed to help school districts deliver consistent therapy services as budgets tighten and hiring challenges persist.

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Franklin Shuts Out Sheldon in Soccer

Feb 04, 2026 09:11AM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

Sheldon High boys’ soccer team traveled to Franklin on Friday Jan. 30 for a game between two top-ranked teams in the Delta League.

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History Made and Records Broken

Feb 03, 2026 04:14PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

Over the two days of Jan. 27 and 28, history was made on the wrestling mat while broken records were being honored on the basketball court and soccer field at Pleasant Grove High School.

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Harris Girls are Champions Again

Feb 03, 2026 04:00PM ● By MPG Staff

The Edward Harris Middle School 8th grade girls’ basketball team celebrates its back-to-back championship.

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Police Ramp Up E-Bike and Scooter Safety Near Schools

Jan 28, 2026 03:32PM ● By Elk Grove Police Department News Release

In collaboration with the Elk Grove Unified School District, Elk Grove Police Department is launching a coordinated, two-pronged initiative aimed at reducing e-bike and scooter collisions as these devices become an increasingly common part of students’ daily commutes.

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Elk Grove Wrestling Dominates Senior Night Dual

Jan 27, 2026 03:29PM ● By Nathan Felix Valencia, photos by Nathan Felix Valencia

Elk Grove High School honored six seniors during its wrestling dual and hosted the Sheldon and Laguna Creek boys’ and girls’ teams on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

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