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CDCR Weekender

Weekender is the Saturday publication of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).

Two people walk along the automotive show at CHCF in Stockton.

CHCF thanks staff through third annual automotive show

The California Health Care Facility (CHCF) in Stockton recently hosted its third annual automotive show. This event provides staff with...

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A correctional officer and sergeant at the CTF-Soledad Coffee and Food Truck Pop-Up Day, 2026.

CTF staff enjoy Coffee, Food Truck Pop‑Up Day

The Correctional Training Facility (CTF) recently hosted its monthly Coffee and Food Truck Pop-Up Day. Dubbed What’s for Lunch Wednesday,...

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Managers working the grill at the Ironwood State Prison event.

Ironwood State Prison leaders show staff appreciation

Leaders at Ironwood State Prison recently hosted a staff appreciation event to honor employees for their exceptional dedication, hard work...

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Teams representing San Quentin Rehabilitation Center pay their respects during the opening ceremony honoring fallen correctional professionals.

Solano Fallen tourney raises over $12,500 for staff, families

Correctional professionals, law enforcement partners and community supporters came together to raise more than $12,500 during the recent Solano Fallen Resource...

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Two CDCR correctional officers won medals at the US National Police and Fire Championship in San Diego, California, June 2026.

CDCR, CCHCS show up at US Police and Fire Championship

Staff from CDCR and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) showed up at the recent US Police and Fire National...

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Off duty and off site, staff from Pleasant Valley State Prison in Coalinga, California, gathered for the first cornhole tournament held by the Employee Action Committee in May 2026.

Pleasant Valley holds first staff cornhole tournament

Off-duty staff from Pleasant Valley State Prison in Coalinga gathered off-site for the first cornhole tournament. Organized by the Employee...

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SCC Chief Deputy Warden presents Officer of Year Award to Masterson for actions taken late last year to assist a car crash victim.

SCC Officer Masterson named Angels‑Murphys Officer of Year

Sierra Conservation Center (SCC) Correctional Officer Masterson was named the Angels-Murphys Rotary Club of California Officer of the Year. The...

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Heather Duarte, the Community Resources Manager (CRM) at Calipatria State Prison, earned a CIF award for coaching a local swimming team.

CRM Heather Duarte earns CIF coaching honor

Calipatria State Prison Community Resources Manager (CRM) Heather Duarte has devoted over three decades to coaching, mentoring, and inspiring student-athletes....

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A staff member enjoys a break with a horse during a CCWF mental health awareness event.

CCWF staff focus on mental health awareness

Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) in Chowchilla hosted a special May 12 mental health event for staff in partnership with...

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Two maintenance mechanics enjoy the lunch during National Skilled Trades Day 2026.

Kern Valley State Prison celebrates Skilled Trades Day

Kern Valley State Prison staff celebrated National Skilled Trades Day, recognizing all staff who keep Plant Operations going. The correctional...

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