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Supervisor Hume Covers State of County

County Supervisor Pat Hume brought the State of the County home to Elk Grove on Friday, July 17, updating a full house on topics impacting the business growth and community resilience of Sacramento County.

Cosumnes River Stretch Permanently Protected

A critical stretch of the Cosumnes River – the only undammed river on the western slope of the Sierra Nevada – is now permanently protected and slated for ecological restoration.

New Plan Forecasts Watershed Climate Resilience

The Regional Water Authority (RWA) and regional partners have completed the American, Bear and Cosumnes Watersheds Resilience Plan, a new climate resilience strategy that evaluates how climate change is expected to affect water supplies, flood risk, ecosystems, infrastructure and communities across one of California’s most important watershed systems.

Erin Clancey welcomed as New Executive Director at the California Museum

California Museum Welcomes Erin Clancey as New Executive Director

The California Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Clancey as the Museum’s new executive director. Read More »

Fatal Traffic Collision Under Investigation

The Elk Grove Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that claimed the life of a 78-year-old Elk Grove resident. Read More »

Community Input Sought for Heat-Ready Mobility Plan

As summer temperatures continue to rise, the City of Elk Grove is developing a new plan aimed at making streets, sidewalks, bikeways and transit facilities safer during periods of extreme heat. Read More »

10U All-Stars Headed to World Series

After a week of pool play between the 10 teams that qualified to play in the Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament, four teams made it to the single elimination bracket: both Hawaii teams, one Northern California team (Elk Grove) and one Arizona team. Read More »

Elk Grove Aquatics Club Hosts Bill Rose Classic

The Elk Grove Aquatics Club (EGAC) hosted the 2026 Bill Rose Classic July 16-19 at the Elk Grove Aquatic Center. It is one of the more competitive swim meets in the Sierra Nevada region. Read More »

EMD and Food Safety Take Center Stage at State Fair

The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) is conducting food safety inspections throughout the California State Fair to help ensure the fair's more than 150 food vendors are serving food safely. Read More »

Rex Connors Earns Third Straight Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List Selection

Senior defensive back Rex Connors has been named to the 2026 Buck Buchanan Award Preseason Watch List, Stats Perform announced on the morning of July 14. Read More »

Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship

Applications Open for Second-Annual Republic FC and Wilton Rancheria Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship

n July 13, Republic FC announced its second-annual Indigenous Future Leaders Scholarship, in partnership with Wilton Rancheria, for a local student. Read More »

Sacramento International Airport

SMF Seeks Public Input to Shape Next 20 Years of Growth

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has launched a public survey as part of its Airport Master Plan update, inviting travelers, residents and community members to share their priorities for the airport's future. Read More »

Sacramento Suburban Water District Opens Vacant Buildings for Rare Firefighter Training Before Demolition

Sacramento Metro Fire crews conduct realistic search-and-rescue, smoke-filled training, roof ventilation and emergency response operations Read More »

Making Affordability Work: How Builder Incentives Help Buyers Get into New Homes

Ask prospective homebuyers about the biggest challenge they face today, and you’ll probably hear the same answer: affordability. Read More »

Vintage items for the Fashion show stacked together, including shoes and hat

Sacramento History Museum to Present First-Time Red, White & Vintage Fashion Show

From Victorian to Vanity Fair, The Sacramento History Museum is getting all dolled up for a Red, White & Vintage Fashion Show Read More »

Start of 2026 Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament

The 10U Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament makes its way back to Elk Grove for a second straight year. Read More »

football drills

Local Quarterback Training

If you are a young quarterback looking to improve your game to play at a high level, Valor Passing Academy can help. Read More »

Matsui Demands HHS Stop Illegal Restrictions on Drug Pricing Discounts

On July 1, Congresswoman Doris Matsui (D-CA) and Congressman Jack Bergman (R-MI) led a bipartisan group of 72 total members of Congress in demanding that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) take immediate action to stop Eli Lilly and Company from unlawfully conditioning access to 340B drug discounts. Read More »

Landmark Sculpture

Landmark Sculpture Installed at Elk Grove Library’s New Location

A monumental new sculpture by Aaron T Stephan now anchors the plaza outside the Elk Grove Library’s new location on Historic Main Street. Read More »

Strauss Festival

Strauss Festival Presents ‘Vienna Once More’

The Strauss festival returns to its roots in Vienna with the 2026 theme “Vienna Once More.” Read More »

Philz Coffee Opens at The Village

A San Francisco-based coffee chain has joined the growing list of businesses opening at Elk Grove’s newest shopping center, adding another walk-in cafe option to the city’s expanding retail scene. Read More »

90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial Crowns Champions at Haggin Oaks

The 90th Sacramento City Junior Golf Championship/Peggy Dodds Memorial concluded recently at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, with junior golfers ages 7–18 competing across two days, July 8-9. Read More »

Historical Society Invites Community to ‘Raise the Barn’ at Annual Banquet

The Elk Grove Historical Society is calling on businesses, community leaders and residents to help preserve Elk Grove’s rich heritage by supporting the Annual Raise the Barn Banquet, taking place from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 21 at District56, 8230 Civic Center Drive. Read More »

Resident Wins $400k Jackpot

Resident Wins $400k Jackpot, Casino Reaches $4.6 Million in Table Games Jackpots

Sky River Casino is thrilled to announce Elk Grove resident Ramchand B. won a stunning jackpot of $400,000 while celebrating his wife's birthday on June 22. Read More »

New Home Market Returns to Pre-Pandemic Levels

June’s new home sales totals are another indication that the new home market in the greater Sacramento region has settled back into pre-pandemic patterns, the North State Building Industry Association reported July 7. Read More »

SMUD Sponsors Giving Friday at the State Fair

As part of its ongoing community giving efforts, SMUD is sponsoring Giving Friday at the State Fair, an effort to collect needed items for the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. Read More »

Mountain Pacific Sports Federation

Track and Field Joins MPSF For Indoor Season

Sacramento State will be one of seven schools joining the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) for indoor track and field beginning in 2026-27 season. Read More »

graduates from Sacramento nonprofit Women’s Empowerment

Women and Children Once Homeless Gather to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

Amidst the smell of barbecue and the squeals of children laughing, dozens of Sacramento women who have risen from homelessness gathered with their children and reunited with classmates at William Land Park on June 27 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Sacramento nonprofit Women’s Empowerment. Read More »

Emmy Ersdala Competes for Sweden at FIBA U20 Women’s EuroBasket

UC Davis women's basketball rising sophomore Emmy Ersdala has been named to Team Sweden's roster for the 2026 FIBA U20 Women's EuroBasket, the Swedish Basketball Federation announced. Read More »

Sacramento County Welcomes Peak Energy to Metro Air Park

Sacramento County today welcomed Peak Energy to Metro Air Park as the company celebrated the opening of its first commercial manufacturing facility with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Read More »

Sacramento State Football Team

Six Hornets Named to Preseason All-MAC Team

With just over seven weeks remaining before the opening game of the 2026 season, five members of the Sacramento State football team were named to the Athlon Sports Preseason All-MAC team. Read More »

John Doe Identification

Coroner Needs Your Help with John Doe Identification

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an unidentified adult male (Coroner Case 26-00572). Read More »

Sacramento County Introducing Staycation Parks Pass

July is Parks and Recreation Month, and Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to experience a summer staycation close to home! Read More »

Match Recap: Republic FC 2 – 1 Rhode Island FC

Republic FC pick up three points at home in the club’s lone July home match. Goals from Kyle Edwards and Meyele Malango were enough to deliver the win against Eastern Conference side Rhode Island FC. Read More »

Nicole Tanoue Wins the 91st Sacramento City Amateur Women’s Golf Championship

The 91st Sacramento City Amateur Women’s Golf Championship was held June 27-28 at Bing Maloney Golf Course, drawing top amateur women golfers from across the region. Read More »

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