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Western Placer Unified School District Launches Summer Nutrition Program for Local Kids

Jul 23, 2026 01:23PM ● By Western Placer Unified School District News Release

Kids 0-18 years old can get 7 days of summer meals at no cost!

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Free Back-to-School Vaccine Clinics Available for Placer County Families

Jul 16, 2026 12:23PM ● By Placer County News Release

As families prepare for the new school year, Placer County Public Health is offering free back-to-school immunization clinics for eligible children who are uninsured or have Medi-Cal and may have difficulty accessing the vaccines required for school attendance.

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Wendy Biel Announces Campaign for Roseville City School District Board of Education, District 4

Jul 13, 2026 01:54PM ● By Roseville City School Board News Release

Parent, public servant and small business owner Wendy Biel recently announced her candidacy for the Roseville City School District Board of Education, District 4.

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Jurassic-themed Summer Reading Program Set to Launch at Your Local Placer County Library

Jun 04, 2026 10:11AM ● By Placer County News Release

The Placer County Library will kick off its annual Summer Reading Program on June 7, inviting readers of all ages to participate in a dinosaur-themed adventure designed to encourage reading, literacy and lifelong learning.

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Cold, Swift Spring Flows Create Dangerous Conditions on Rivers and Streams

May 05, 2026 04:16PM ● By Pacific Gas and Electric Company News Release

PG&E Reminds Outdoor Recreationists to be Wary

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May is Bike Month - Ride Smart, Ride Safe

Apr 29, 2026 02:22PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County is recognizing May is Bike Month by promoting safe riding practices, while celebrating the region as a premier destination to get outside and ride.

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Soroptimist to Host Community Human Trafficking Awareness Event May 3

Apr 21, 2026 04:26PM ● By Soroptimist International of Loomis Basin News Release

With eye-opening presentations and resource fair, Hidden in Plain Sight: Human Trafficking in our Community will raise awareness and offer prevention strategies on Sunday, May 3 in Loomis

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New Chill Pass Tahoe-Truckee Program Offers Local Business Discounts for Healthy Teen Activities

Feb 04, 2026 04:53PM ● By Placer County News Release

Local businesses across the Tahoe-Truckee region are stepping up to give teens more ways to spend time together, have fun and make healthy choices close to home.

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Placer County Law Enforcement Partnership Rescues Two Trafficked Minors and Secures Lengthy Prison Sentences for their Exploiters

Jan 27, 2026 10:44AM ● By Placer County District Attorney's Office News Release

A traffic stop on Sept. 30, 2024, led to the rescue of two 15-year-old girls and the eventual conviction of the men who trafficked them, thanks to the coordinated efforts of Placer County’s law enforcement community.

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Tahoe Rim Trail Association Opens Registration for 2026 Youth Backcountry Camps

Jan 07, 2026 03:20PM ● By Tahoe Rim Trail Association News Release

The Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) is excited to announce that registration for its 2026 Youth Backcountry Camps opens 10 a.m. on Wednesday Jan. 14.

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Red Sand Project: Placer County Unites to Stop Human Trafficking

Jan 05, 2026 04:39PM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County families, youth and community organizations are invited to participate in this year’s Red Sand Project, a community-wide effort to combat human trafficking.

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Neva Parker Delivers Thousands of Diapers and Baby Wipes to Lighthouse Counseling and Family Resource Center

Dec 24, 2025 10:45AM ● By Neva Parker for State Assembly 2026 News Release

On Dec. 13, Neva Parker delivered thousands of diapers and baby wipes to Lighthouse Counseling and Family Resource Center in Lincoln, following a successful community diaper drive held during Noche de Neva.

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Herbalife Family Foundation Awards $75,000 Grant to Loomis Nonprofit Koinonia Foster Homes, Inc.

Dec 10, 2025 03:11PM ● By Herbalife News Release

The Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) has awarded a grant of $75,000 to Koinonia Foster Homes, Inc., a nonprofit organization in Loomis dedicated to supporting foster youth and families through trauma-informed care.

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Free Cat Adoptions at Whisker Wonderland

Dec 09, 2025 01:56PM ● By FieldHaven Feline Center News Release

FieldHaven Feline Center invites the community to Whisker Wonderland, its most magical holiday celebration of the year!

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Placer County Museums Invites Community to Free Holiday Events in Auburn

Dec 05, 2025 11:23AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Museums is kicking off the holiday season with two festive — and free — community events at two Auburn museum locations.

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Winter Book Bingo Returns to Placer County Library

Dec 02, 2025 09:34AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Library is welcoming readers of all ages back to its popular Winter Book Bingo program, running Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, 2026.

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Erica Larkin Martin Elected to Membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

Nov 13, 2025 11:28AM ● By MPG Staff

Erica Larkin Martin of Roseville, California, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Boise State University.

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$2 Million Legacy Gift by Rotary Club of Lincoln to Boys & Girls Club of Placer County

Nov 04, 2025 12:26PM ● By Rotary Club of Lincoln and Boys & Girls Club of Placer County News Release

he Rotary Club of Lincoln is pleased to announce a $2 million dollar gift as part of their Centennial celebration that will help to build the new facility for the Boys & Girls Club of Placer County. It is the Club’s largest, one time gift in its 100 years of history.

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Lincoln Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Preying on Young Girls on Snapchat

Nov 03, 2025 12:33PM ● By Placer County District Attorney's Office News Release

Placer DA Launches their AppSafe Initiative in Response  

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Tahoe City Shines for the Holidays with Festive Events, Shop Local Celebrations

Oct 30, 2025 12:34PM ● By Tahoe City Downtown Association News Release

Tahoe City Downtown Association invites residents and visitors to celebrate the magic of the holidays in Tahoe City and along the West Shore with a full lineup of festive events, community traditions and local shopping and dining experiences during the holidays.

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Olivia Santiago Earns Spot on UW-Whitewater Women's Swimming and Dive Team

Oct 14, 2025 09:33AM ● By University of Wisconsin-Whitewater News Release

Olivia Santiago from Lincoln, CA, who is studying biology at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, has earned a roster spot on the Warhawk women's swimming and diving team for the 2025-26 season.

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Bricklayer Competition Determines California’s Best at Masonry Qualifier

Oct 08, 2025 11:27AM ● By California Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 News Release

The world’s largest and most exciting masonry challenge, the Spec Mix Bricklayer 500 is coming to Sacramento on Oct. 10.

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Placer Rep Announces Cast For New Dracula Melodrama

Oct 07, 2025 11:56AM ● By Placer Repertory Theater News Release

The cast of the comedic, romantic, gothic thriller Dracula includes three actors returning to Placer Rep, alongside three talents new to this young professional repertory theater company.

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Placer County Confirms First West Nile Virus Death of Season

Oct 06, 2025 01:12PM ● By Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

Public Health officials confirmed the first death of a Placer County resident from West Nile virus this season, a Roseville man.

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Auburn State Theatre to Celebrate Día de los Muertos Featuring "Coco" Screening

Oct 03, 2025 04:43PM ● By Auburn State Theatre News Release

AUBURN, CA (MPG) - Auburn State Theatre, in collaboration with New Auburn Cemetery and a host of talented creatives, presents a celebratory, family-oriented event focusing on the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).

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DA Office Announces Launch of Teen Dating Violence Student Assemblies Program

Oct 01, 2025 04:44PM ● By Placer County District Attorney's Office News Release

The program is in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, with the theme of the month being "Never just one - one time, one person, one crime."

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Placer Rep’s Storytellers Theater to Perform for First Time in Auburn

Sep 30, 2025 02:52PM ● By Placer Repertory Theater News Release

This interactive program encourages elementary students and adult audiences to participate in the storytelling from their seats or volunteer to perform onstage to fully engage patrons, provide experiential learning opportunities and bring literature to life to encourage lifelong readers and learners.

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Loomis Soroptimist Education Award Applications Due Nov. 15

Sep 11, 2025 11:45AM ● By Soroptimist Loomis News Release

High school and college students as well as elementary school teachers are invited to apply by Nov. 15 for Soroptimist International of Loomis Basin grants.

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Zoe Ordway of Foresthill admitted to University Honors Program at Nebraska

Sep 10, 2025 11:28AM ● By University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Zoe Ordway of Foresthill, an agricultural economics major in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, is among a record 739 University of Nebraska-Lincoln students selected to join the University Honors Program this fall.

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Saving Thousands, Earning Credits

Aug 15, 2025 12:12PM ● By Sierra College News Release

How Sierra College’s Dual Enrollment Transforms High School Education

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Readers ‘Leveled Up’

Aug 15, 2025 10:27AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Library sees record-breaking engagement with summer reading program

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Placer County Public Health is offering free back-to-school immunization clinics
Free Back-To-School Vaccine Clinics for Families in Need

Jul 25, 2025 09:56AM ● By Placer County News Release

Placer County Public Health is offering free back-to-school immunization clinics for children who are without health insurance or have Medi-Cal and may have difficulty accessing the vaccines needed to attend school.

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West Nile Virus Positive Mosquitoes Found in West Placer County

Jun 18, 2025 11:30AM ● By Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

Placer Mosquito urges residents to use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered repellent to prevent bites.

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Gamers and gaming
The Ultimate Gaming Showdown Hits Roseville!

Jun 17, 2025 10:37AM ● By The Roseville Gaming Expo (RGX) New Release

The Roseville Gamers Expo (RGX) hosts the inaugural Fire & Ice in a large exhibitor hall to bring together a community of gamers, actors, creators and more.

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Motorsports Mayhem at 2025 Placer County Fair

Jun 16, 2025 02:13PM ● By All American Speedway and 2025 Placer County Fair News Release

All American Speedway hosts their speedway and flat track motorcycle racing, high-speed drifting excitement, destruction and demolition.

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