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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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East Sacramento News

VSP Vision Joins Forces with Troopathon on 7th Annual Packathon to Commemorate 9/11 and Support Deployed Troops

Sep 04, 2024 11:27AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon is proud to announce its 7th Annual Packathon, a significant event dedicated to commemorating the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001, and honoring the sacrifices made by the brave members of the U.S. Armed Forces. This year, VSP Vision™ is stepping up as the event’s official sponsor, bringing a meaningful contribution to this cause.

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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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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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East Sacramento News

Cal Expo to Host Military, Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day

Jul 03, 2024 11:04AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Join Cal Expo on Wednesday, July 24

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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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Walking with American Heroes

Jul 01, 2024 01:28PM ● By Kristina Rogers

A recent flag planting ceremony at the Sacramento Historic City Cemetery made military history more “interactive.”

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Continuing 124-Year Tradition of Service Under the Sea

Jun 25, 2024 04:59PM ● By Ashley Craig, Navy Office of Community Outreach

Petty Officer 2nd Class Austin Eckard, a Sacramento Native, is One of the Sailors Serving Aboard USS Henry M. Jackson

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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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Disabled Veteran Gets ‘Best Buddy’

Jun 06, 2024 03:13PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

A four-legged friend has quadrupled happiness for a Mather veteran with PTSD syndrome. Former US Navy electrician Dennis Deutscher (55) recently took delivery of a service-puppy-in-training, golden retriever Lily.

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Honoring General Bud Anderson

May 23, 2024 11:15AM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

On May 17, World War II Triple Ace Brigadier General Clarence E "Bud" Anderson Passed Away in His Home Peacefully

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Alice Astafan Shares Her Story

May 23, 2024 10:33AM ● By Annie Kerr

Retired Major General Highlights Achievements (and Challenges) in New Memoir

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Honoring the Sacrifices of Fallen Heroes

May 17, 2024 09:25AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Memorial Day Ceremonies Help Community Remember

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Local Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission

May 07, 2024 03:25PM ● By Traci Rockefeller Cusack, T-Rock Communications News Release

Seven Sacramento Area Museums Offer Free Admission to Active-Duty Military Personnel and Their Families, Including National Guard and Reserve

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California Capital Airshow Presents International Headliner

Apr 23, 2024 05:49PM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Sacramento County's Mather Airport Hosts Italian Jet Team, Frecce Tricolori, in Partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova

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Captain Joseph House Foundation Holds Event/Fundraiser

Feb 06, 2024 02:03PM ● By Captain Joseph House Foundation News Release

Informational Event/Fundraiser to Take Place at El Camino High School

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Elks Lodge 6 Remembers Veterans

Dec 01, 2023 12:11PM ● By Stephen B. Clazie, Sacramento Elks 6

Pocket Area Elks 6 Supports Veterans in a Variety of Ways

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East Sacramento News

Sacramento County Honors and Serves Our Veterans

Nov 15, 2023 05:10PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento is Proud Home to More than 84,000 Veterans

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Aero-Blast Honors Vets

Nov 15, 2023 01:32PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

McClellan-based Nonprofit Holds Gala Honors Veterans

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Gala Salutes Vets Day at Aerospace Museum

Oct 26, 2023 09:43AM ● By Staff Correspondent

McClellan Park Facility to Host USO-style Gala

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Record-breaking Year at The California Capital Airshow

Oct 05, 2023 12:09PM ● By Lindsey Nelson, Niche Communications

Sold-out Event Draws More than 105,000 Attendees

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Airshow Soars to New Heights

Oct 03, 2023 12:04PM ● By Ted Erler

The United States Air Force Thunderbirds F-16 demonstration team will be soaring through the Sacramento region’s skies this September. Photo courtesy of California Capital Airshow

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PRIDE Industries Holds "Hire A Veteran Day"

Jul 12, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan

PRIDE Industries helps transition vets into rewarding civilian careers

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East Sacramento News

Blue Star Museums Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Their Families

Jun 08, 2023 12:00AM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Active-duty military personnel receive free admissions through September 4

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SAFE Grants Support 'Farm to Wellness' Program for Veterans

Jun 02, 2023 12:00AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

Complete Soil Born Farm's apprenticeship program and work as a farmer

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Memorial Recalls Heroes

Jun 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Commemoration of Vietnam War in Koobs Nature Area

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Legion Holds Fundraiser Ball

Jun 01, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

Signature program's grants benefited 5,500 veterans

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Reading of the Names at California Vietnam Veterans Memorial

May 25, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Phil Rios, US Army MP ret Combat veteran

Volunteers sign up at Vietnam Veterans of America Sacramento Valley's Chapter

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Honor the Fallen and Support the Living

May 17, 2023 12:00AM ● By By Elise Spleiss

May is Poppy Month

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East Sacramento News

American Legion BBQ N Boots Dinner and Dance

Apr 06, 2023 12:00AM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

Dance to feature Country Western music by the "BRISCO COUNTY"

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This Magic Wall Heals

Apr 05, 2023 12:00AM ● By Story and photos by Elise Spleiss

Replica is an Incredible Display of Love and Respect

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East Sacramento News

American Legion BBQ N Boots Dinner and Dance

Mar 29, 2023 12:00AM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

Veteran sponsored events support Americanism

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