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Kids’ Bingo Takes Over Rio Pub

Oct 28, 2025 05:02PM ● By Seth Henderson

Pub Owners Facilitate Patron-Organized Halloween Event for Kids

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Local Museums Invite Community to Celebrate Dia de los Muertos

Oct 24, 2025 02:23PM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

The greater Sacramento area is rich with an amazing array of state-of-the-art museums and historic sites that offer visitors the chance to explore California’s art, history and science treasures all year long.

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Snoopy Has Landed in Sacramento

Oct 21, 2025 10:45AM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Aerospace Museum of California Unveils Freeway Sign, Traveling Snoopy Exhibit

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Enjoying the Spooky Season

Oct 20, 2025 10:54AM ● By Abbey Wicks

October is flying by but don’t worry. There’s still time to experience all the spooky activities that the greater Sacramento region has to offer.

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The Rio Linda High School Knights marching band sits in the homestands
Homecoming Through the Decades

Oct 07, 2025 10:51AM ● By Seth Henderson

Rio Linda High School students finished their decade-themed homecoming week with a dance on Oct. 4 after losing the varsity football game against Casa Robles High School 32-13 on Oct. 3.

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Friends, Family, Familiarity on the Rise

Sep 23, 2025 08:53AM ● By Seth Henderson

Country Faire Lasts for Two Days, a First in its 12-Year History

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Palmatier Picks Up Second Big Sky Weekly Honor

Sep 22, 2025 01:12PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

For the second time this season and the fifth time in her California State University, Sacramento soccer career, junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier was named the Big Sky Conference Defensive Player of the Week on Sept. 16 after helping the Hornets shut out CSUN on the road last week.

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Butler Nominated for Roberto Clemente Award

Sep 22, 2025 12:30PM ● By Athletics News Release

Major League Baseball announced that Lawrence Butler has been named the Athletics’ nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award, one of the most prestigious honors in the sport.

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Smagina Named New Women’s Tennis Assistant Coach

Sep 22, 2025 12:21PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Former Kansas and Washburn University standout Sonia Smagina joins the California State University, Sacramento women's tennis program as an assistant coach, head coach Sophie Breault announced Sept. 15.

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Quarter Midget’s Johnny Cash Classic

Sep 16, 2025 03:58PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

NASCAR Youth Series Race in Rancho Cordova

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Country Faire is Almost Here

Sep 03, 2025 03:02PM ● By Seth Henderson

The 12th annual Rio Linda Elverta Country Faire will be at Depot Park, 6730 Front St. in downtown Rio Linda on Sept. 20 and 21, featuring more than 150 vendors, activities for youth and adults, and live music.

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Roundin’ Up Rio Linda

Aug 26, 2025 08:16AM ● By MPG Staff

At the Dry Creek Ranch House on Sept. 13 in Rio Linda, spectators can attend the annual Rio Linda Round Up for free, featuring craft vendors, food trucks, a chicken drop raffle, petting zoo and a “kids’ fun zone.”

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Youth participants line up their racers atop of the downhill track to compete in the 10th annual Zucchini Races at the Rio Linda Library
Playing with Your Food

Aug 12, 2025 10:22AM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Annual Zucchini Races Teach Valuable Lessons

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Flags and Footballs

Jul 28, 2025 05:16PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

Youth and parents in the Rio Linda Elverta area ventured out to Westside Park in Rio Linda for flag football from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, running drills and playing a scrimmage at the end of each session.

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Young Rio Linda Resident Remy Bertoglio stands in front of her table at the Rio Linda Kids Community Swap Meet
Young Entrepreneurs Brave Heat for Swap Meet

Jul 14, 2025 03:57PM ● By Seth Henderson, photos by Seth Henderson

With temperatures ranging from 95 degrees Fahrenheit to about 100 degrees, a small but enthusiastic group of young entrepreneurs gathered on July 12 outside the Dry Creek Ranch House for the Kids Community Swap Meet.

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Rio Linda’s Bible Quizzers Qualify for Nationals

Jul 08, 2025 10:06AM ● By Higher Ground Apostolic Church News Release

The Rio Linda Bible Quizzing teams have qualified for the National Bible Quizzing Tournament this month.

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Summer Camp Field Trip Sees River Cats Game

Jun 27, 2025 01:33PM ● By Seth Henderson

The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Parks District’s summer camp took 25 youth on a field trip Wednesday to Sutter Health Park for a Sacramento River Cats minor league baseball game against the Oklahoma City Comets.

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Park District’s Pool Day Kicks Off Summer Events

Jun 17, 2025 11:55AM ● By Seth Henderson

Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Parks District’s fourth annual Pool Bash on June 13 signaled the district’s opening day of the community pool at the Rio Linda High School Aquatic Center.

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Twin Rivers Grads Earn Associate Degrees

Jun 10, 2025 12:42PM ● By MPG Staff

This accomplishment is the direct result of the district's strong dual enrollment partnership with American River College, offering the chance for students to earn college credits.

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Lions Club of Rio Linda’s inaugural Western Ranch House BBQ
Lions Club Hosts BBQ Fundraiser

Jun 03, 2025 02:47PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Saddle up for the Lions Club of Rio Linda’s inaugural Western Ranch House BBQ, set for Friday, June 7, at the picturesque Dry Creek Ranch House.

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Free Family Event Kicks Off Summer

May 29, 2025 10:08AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The communities of Elverta, Rio Linda and Antelope are invited to “We Up Next Project’s” inaugural Kick Off Summer community event from noon to 4 p.m. on June 7 at Lone Oak Park in Antelope.

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Make a Splash at Pool Bash

May 20, 2025 03:25PM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Parks District is kicking off the start of the summer season by hosting a Pool Bash on June 13 at the Rio Linda High School pool.

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The Farm and Tractor Day is two-day event for the community to see displays and demonstrations of vintage tractors, a tractor parade, antique engines, farm animals, face painting, hayrides, museum tours, and plenty of food and drinks.
Buckle Up for Farm and Tractor Days

May 13, 2025 11:48AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Join the fun at the 30th annual Farm and Tractor Days from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 16 and May 17 at the Historic Dry Creek Ranch House, located at 6852 Dry Creek Road, Rio Linda.

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Youth flocked to the new boat for photos and enjoyed the interactive duck-themed games set up throughout the park.
Ducky Derby Races Splash into Success

May 13, 2025 11:38AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Quacking up with excitement, the Rio Linda community gathered on a sun-soaked Saturday afternoon, May 3, to witness the sixth annual Ducky Derby Race at Hayer Park, 905 G St., Rio Linda.

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Twin River Unified Names Classified Employees of the Year

Apr 29, 2025 11:19AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Twin Rivers Unified School District (TRUSD) classified employees Keren Beukema and Efrain Alanis have been named Sacramento County Classified School Employees of the Year for 2025, in recognition of their extraordinary dedication and profound impact on students and families.

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Scholarships for Students

Apr 29, 2025 11:02AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

Sacramento County Public School Students Eligible for $1,500 Scholarships

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We Are TR Foundation Awards $35,000 in Scholarships for Students

Apr 22, 2025 04:51PM ● By MPG Staff

On April 11, at a special state-of-the-district event sponsored by the We Are TR Foundation and Twin Rivers Unified School District, 10 students were recognized with a total of $35,000 in scholarships to support their continued academic excellence and building brighter futures.

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Family Paint Night and Pool Bash!

Apr 22, 2025 04:18PM ● By MPG staff

Looking for fun activities to do with the whole family? The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Park District has two upcoming events for residents to spend a night of family quality time.

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Aerospace Museum Announces Summer Programs

Mar 25, 2025 12:30PM ● By Compiled from the Aerospace Museum of California Website

Summer youth programs at the Aerospace Museum of California, located at McClellan Airport, are now open for registration.

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Youth Football Helmet Law Proposed

Mar 25, 2025 11:53AM ● By Office of Assemblymember Avelino Valencia News Release

California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) has introduced Assembly Bill 708 to protect young athletes by permitting the use of soft-shelled helmet add-ons during practices and games.

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Preschoolers Get VIP Tour

Mar 11, 2025 09:49AM ● By Safe Credit Union News Release

Preschoolers from Antelope, Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks, Rio Linda and Roseville received a special behind-the-scenes visit at SAFE Credit Union’s Antelope branch.

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Lady Knights Fight Valiantly in State Tourney

Mar 11, 2025 09:23AM ● By Daniel Canfield, photos by Daniel Canfield

The Rio Linda High School girls’ basketball team had a great run in the 2025 California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) State Girls’ Basketball Championships.

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Spring and Summer Activity Guide Released

Mar 04, 2025 11:44AM ● By By MPG Staff, Compiled from the Rio Linda Everta Recreation and Park District Website

The days are starting to get longer and the weather has been getting warmer. Spring is in the air and summer is right around the corner.

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Center High School Students Learn to Master Media

Feb 26, 2025 03:15PM ● By MPG Staff, compiled from the Center Unified Joint School District website

The February edition of the Center Unified Joint School District Newsletter includes a video message from Superintendent Scott Loeher.

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Little League Season Opens Saturday

Feb 26, 2025 02:58PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The Rio Linda Little League will mark the start of its 66th season on Saturday, March 8, with a festive parade down M Street, beginning at 9 a.m.

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