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California State Fair Uncorks 2026 Commercial Wine Competition Winners

Jun 16, 2026 10:17AM ● By California State Fair News Release

The California State Fair proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Commercial Wine Competition, recognizing exceptional wines crafted from California-grown grapes that showcase the state’s rich agricultural heritage, distinct climates and soils, and world-class winemaking excellence.

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Sushi Rolls in Hoover Award

Jun 15, 2026 02:54PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Assemblyman Josh Hoover has named a sushi restaurant his Small Business of the Month for June.

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Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Jun 15, 2026 11:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act.

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Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

Jun 08, 2026 10:57AM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success

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SUN Bucks Return This Summer

Jun 08, 2026 10:46AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a time for fun, family and sunshine, but for many Sacramento County families, it can also mean higher grocery costs while children are out of school.

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Carmichael Dishes Great Taste

Jun 02, 2026 10:03AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

More than 350 foodies chowed down at La Sierra Community Center Friday, May 29 for the annual Taste of Carmichael festival.

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Keeping Street Food Safe

Jun 01, 2026 12:40PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Environmental Management Department (EMD), in coordination with partner agencies, continues outreach and enforcement efforts aimed at improving food safety and helping sidewalk food vendors operate legally and safely throughout the county.

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Taste of Carmichael is the Place to be May 29

May 12, 2026 12:03PM ● By Kiwanis Club of Carmichael News Release

The 21st Taste of Carmichael, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Carmichael, will be showcasing the best the community has to offer on May 29.

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May is CalFresh Awareness Month

May 11, 2026 05:37PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

During the month of May, Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance is participating in CalFresh Awareness Month, launching a weekly video series to help residents better understand available food resources and how to access them.

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American River Burger Battle Returns

May 06, 2026 10:15AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Burger Battle is returning to Discovery Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 16.

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Cantina Azteca Celebrates 10 Years

May 05, 2026 10:21AM ● By Abbey Wicks, photo by Abbey Wicks

Cantina Azteca opened its Fair Oaks Boulevard location 10 years ago and has since become a staple of Carmichael’s restaurant scene.

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Nonprofit Breaks Ground on $16.5 Million Food Market in River District

Apr 13, 2026 04:25PM ● By Eric Schucht, photos by Eric Schucht

Politicians, entrepreneurs, journalists and others met at a dirt lot surrounded by warehouses on April 9 in Sacramento’s River District.

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SMF Adds Three New Restaurants

Mar 30, 2026 01:30PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) continues to elevate the traveler experience with the grand opening of Magpie Café, Centro Cocina Mexicana and New Helvetia Brewing Co. in Terminal A.

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Keep on Truckin’

Mar 16, 2026 01:48PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Battle began at sunset last week, when six painted trucks rumbled into Carmichael Park. Generators purred; spatulas clanged. 2026 Food Truck Wars had begun.

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Well, Well, Well

Mar 16, 2026 01:35PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Glasses of chilled groundwater and a ribbon-cutting recently marked the activation of three new groundwater wells in Antelope.

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Jack’s Urban Eats Opens

Mar 03, 2026 11:54AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Fans of American restaurant chain Jack’s Urban Eats will no longer have to commute downtown to get their fix.

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California State Railroad Museum & Foundation Offer Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train

Feb 24, 2026 11:51AM ● By California State Railroad Museum Foundation News Release

For the third consecutive year, the California State Railroad Museum & Foundation are offering spirited rides aboard the Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train on March 14 and 15.

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Crabby Diners Fundraise for Kids

Feb 10, 2026 11:26AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

A thousand pounds of crustacean and an ocean of cocktail sauce helped the Carmichael Kiwanis Club raise almost $40,000 at a recent crab-feed at La Sierra Center.

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'Pancho Villa' Rides Again

Feb 09, 2026 02:38PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Following a battle lasting more than three years, including unexpected construction delays due to a lengthy permit approval process from the county of Sacramento, Pancho Villa BBQ and Catering, 6716 Madison Ave., has ridden into town at long last.

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Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers Fundraiser Benefits American Tinnitus Association

Jan 27, 2026 09:31AM ● By Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers News Release

Restaurants Donate 100% of Profits to Honor Late Founder Kent Taylor

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The Raley's Companies Appoints Carol Barsotti as Chief Communications Officer

Jan 26, 2026 04:42PM ● By The Raley’s Companies News Release

The Raley’s Companies today announced the appointment of Carol Barsotti as Chief Communications Officer, expanding her leadership role within the organization.

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California State Fair Announces New Chief Wine Judge

Jan 26, 2026 04:02PM ● By California State Fair News Release

The California State Fair appointed Tim McDonald of Napa as the new Chief Judge of the California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition.

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Brunch at the Corner

Dec 02, 2025 12:13PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

With the opening of Brunch Corner on Fair Oaks Boulevard, a Carmichael tradition has been rebranded.

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County’s 2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released

Nov 24, 2025 03:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million, county Agricultural Commissioner Chris Flores reported during her presentation of the 2024 Sacramento County Crop and Livestock Report at the Nov. 18 Board of Supervisors meeting.

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County's 2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released

Nov 24, 2025 02:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million, county Agricultural Commissioner Chris Flores reported

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Save Mart Launches Hunger Relief Campaign

Nov 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By The Save Mart Companies News Release

Holiday food drive delivers 100% of donations to local food banks, first distribution before Christmas

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Average California Farm Loses $20,528 Annually to Natural Hazards

Nov 12, 2025 09:09AM ● By Trace One News Release

High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages.

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Sierra Donor Services Partners with Texas Roadhouse

Oct 31, 2025 12:01PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is excited to partner with the popular restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse for a three-day promotional event encouraging guests to register as life-saving organ, eye and tissue donors.

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57% of Americans Cut Back on Candy This Halloween as Chocolate Prices Rise: New Study

Oct 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Brandpoint Content

New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy.

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It’s Time for Matzo Ball Soup and Bagels and Lox

Oct 07, 2025 04:15PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Sacramento's Jewish Food Faire is Back

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Pictures in the Park

Sep 15, 2025 05:52PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

The recent Dinner in the Parks gala hosted 300 guests for a Carmichael Parks Foundation fundraiser in Sutter-Jensen reserves.

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Celebrating Italian Heritage in Carmichael

Sep 09, 2025 01:16PM ● By Italian Cultural Society News Release

Celebrate Italian American Heritage Day at the Italian Cultural Center of Sacramento on Oct. 12.

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Gala with a Dollop of Daisies

Sep 09, 2025 11:18AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Grown on site and freshly picked, zinnia and cosmos daisies were part of table service at last weekend’s Dinner in the Park gala.

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Fall Pie Pop Kit Party

I Love Pie Offers Kickoff Baking Party

Sep 03, 2025 01:18PM ● By I Love Pie Bakeshop News Release

Fall flavors are in full swing at I Love Pie Bakeshop.

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Retired Teachers Invited for Coffee and Conversation

Sep 03, 2025 01:15PM ● By California Retired Teachers Association News Release

As the new school year begins and students return to their classrooms, newly retired teachers can often feel ambivalent. Happy to be free of the demands placed on educators, but missing the shared connections when pupils begin a new journey in learning.

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