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Remembering the Fallen at Galt Cemetery

Jun 03, 2026 11:17AM ● By Idaly Valencia

Hundreds of American flags waved above headstones at Galt-Arno Cemetery on Memorial Day as the community gathered to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to the nation.

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Local Parents Continue Fight for Deceased Veteran Son

May 26, 2026 03:43PM ● By Idaly Valencia, photos by Idaly Valencia

For nearly eight years, parents Carlos and Juanita Lopez have kept medical records, legal filings, photographs and movie posters in their Elk Grove home tied to one mission: fighting for answers after the death of their son, Army veteran and aspiring actor Carlos Lopez Jr.

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Stanford Event Features Local Ostomy Advocate, Veteran

Nov 25, 2025 04:28PM ● By MPG Staff

Local resident and retired U.S. Navy veteran Dan “Dry Dock” Shockley visited Stanford University on Thursday, Nov. 13 as a guest for the Stanford School of Medicine Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling event honoring Genetic Counselor Appreciation Day.

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Sponsor Wreaths to Honor Local Fallen Veterans

Nov 19, 2025 04:17PM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt-Arno Cemetery is joining a nationwide effort to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach youth the value of freedom.

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Sponsor a Wreath to Honor Local Fallen Veterans

Nov 13, 2025 04:09PM ● By MPG Staff

The Galt-Arno Cemetery District is joining a nationwide effort to remember the fallen, honor those who serve and teach youth the value of freedom.

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How Can Veteran Business Owners Overcome Financial Challenges?

Nov 10, 2025 02:36PM ● By Brandpoint Content

For many Servicemembers transitioning out of the military, owning their own business is their second act.

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American Flag Retirement Ceremony at 4th Street Promenade

Oct 23, 2025 11:09AM ● By Idaly Valencia

The Galt Lions Club will hold its inaugural American Flag Retirement Ceremony at the 4th Street Promenade, next to the flagpole, at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1.

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Life-Saving Fight Against Stigma

Sep 10, 2025 04:39PM ● By Idaly Valencia

Local Campaigns for Ostomy Awareness

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Helping Hand Association: Advocating for Seniors, Veterans

Sep 03, 2025 02:53PM ● By Bob Balliet

An organization cannot be built without the involvement of committed individuals, and Galt is blessed in having many talented, retired individuals with experience in a variety of fields.

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‘Sacrifice, Duty and Commitment’

Aug 27, 2025 04:32PM ● By William Segale

Fallen Marine Honored with Memorial Highway

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County Connects Veterans & Families to Benefits

Jul 29, 2025 10:51AM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

Sacramento County’s Veterans Services Office plays a vital role in helping veterans and their dependents access life-changing benefits.

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Record Crowds Join Daylong 4th Party

Jul 10, 2025 11:40AM ● By Paige Lampson

The City of Galt pulled out all the stops for Independence Day 2025, hosting a marathon celebration that began at sunrise and ended with fireworks lighting up the night sky.

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Veterans Memorial Digs into Big Expansion

Jul 03, 2025 10:53AM ● By Idaly Valencia

After 17 years of planning, the veterans’ tribute at Elk Grove Regional Park is expanding into a regional landmark to honor and memorialize veterans.

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County’s Fastest Housing Project Completion Serves Homeless Seniors Around the Clock

Jun 05, 2025 10:45AM ● By Seth Henderson

Sacramento County, HOPE Cooperative and Enki Development Group have partnered together to create Grow Florin Interim Housing, with space for 72 transitional housing beds for homeless seniors aged 55 and older with Community, Assistance, Recovery and Empowerment (CARE) court participants as a priority population, according to the Sacramento County Department of Health Services.

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Remembering Those Who Gave

May 28, 2025 05:08PM ● By Joe Wirt

In one of many regional Memorial Day observances, Troops from the Scouts BSA (Boy Scouts of America) arrive at Elk Grove Regional Park to enjoy barbecue hosted by Elk Grove American Legion Post 233.

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Memorial Day Celebrations Highlighted

May 22, 2025 12:03PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Memorial Day Weekend in the Sacramento region brings a range of events that honor fallen military service members and offer opportunities for the community to come together.

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SAFE Credit Union to Collect Worn U.S. Flags for Proper Retirement

May 20, 2025 11:39AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

To honor this summer’s patriotic holidays, SAFE Credit Union is holding its second annual American flag collection drive from Friday, May 23 through Wednesday, July 30.

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A Night to Remember: A-Z Foundation Veterans Fundraiser

May 08, 2025 11:40AM ● By Paige Lampson

Last month, the Galt-Lodi-Stockton Chapter of the A-Z Foundation hosted its annual fundraiser dinner at Hutchins Street Square, and the event was a resounding success.

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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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Wreath-Laying Ceremony Honors Vets

Dec 19, 2024 03:40PM ● By Sean P. Thomas, City Editor

Choppy and cloudy weather couldn’t prevent volunteers from showing respect to Galt’s military veterans during the holiday season by participating in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Galt Cemetery on Saturday.

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Blanket, Sock Drive Calls for Donations

Nov 07, 2024 10:58AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Galt Commission on Aging is calling on the community to help it provide warm blankets and socks for local older adults.

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Rancho Cordova Remembers the Fallen

Sep 11, 2024 02:00PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The city of Rancho Cordova is hosting the “Remembering Our Fallen” exhibit. The exhibit, which opened on Sept. 11, will be on display at Rancho Cordova City Hall until Sept. 15.

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Thornton Memorial Honors Town’s Vets

Jul 25, 2024 02:14PM ● By Matthew Malone

Completing the vision of a local veteran, Thornton on July 20 dedicated a plaque honoring town residents who have served in the U.S. military, with names dating from as early as the Civil War.

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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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Thornton to Dedicate Veteran Memorial

Jul 11, 2024 12:08PM ● By Matthew Malone

Although he did not live to see it, Dewy Upton’s dream to recognize Thornton’s many war veterans will come to fruition on July 20, with the dedication of a veterans’ memorial plaque.

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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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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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‘All of Them Are Heroes’

Jun 06, 2024 11:45AM ● By Matthew Malone

The Galt-Arno Cemetery District highlighted two World War II veterans on May 27 at its annual Memorial Day observance.

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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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Cutting Hair Brought Galt Barber Back From Brink

Apr 18, 2024 09:03AM ● By Adam Camarena

A pair of clippers was the turning point in transforming a local barber’s life as he battled years of homelessness and used his struggles to provide for the city he loved.

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A-Z Foundation Supports Vets

Apr 18, 2024 08:54AM ● By Matthew Malone

The local chapter of the A-Z Foundation on April 6 held its fourth annual fundraising dinner. Attendees gathered at the Moose Lodge in Acampo, in support of A-Z’s programs and donations benefiting veterans, youth, and those with developmental disabilities.

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Local Parents of Deceased Veteran Sue VA

Jan 26, 2024 05:16PM ● By Matthew Malone

Carlos Lopez Sr. and Juanita Lopez told the Citizen that they believe their son, Carlos Lopez Jr., died as a result of PTSD. They are suing the VA alleging medical malpractice.

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