Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins Read More »

SMF Breaks Ground on Pedestrian Walkway

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has broken ground for its new Pedestrian Walkway, a key project in the SMForward program Read More »

Free Playmaker Flag Football Launches

National Football League (NFL) FLAG games give boys and girls of all abilities an opportunity to develop fundamental football skills in a positive, inclusive environment, according to the NFL FLAG organization. Read More »

Knight Foundry Monthly Self-Guided Walking Tour Day

Historic Knight Foundry in Sutter Creek welcomes the public at its monthly 4th Saturday Self-Guided Walking Tour Day. Read More »

California Seizes More Than $120 Million in Illegal Cannabis

In strong support of California’s legal cannabis market, Governor Gavin Newsom announced that since January, California’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF) has seized more than $120 million worth of illegal cannabis, destroyed nearly 37 tons of unlicensed cannabis, including 122,914 illegal plants. Read More »

Twin Rivers Unified Receives Prestigious Award

Twin Rivers Unified School District is the only Sacramento area school district and one of six statewide to receive the prestigious 2024 Unity Latino Education Advancement and Distinction (LEAD) Award from the California Latino School Boards Association (CLSBA). Read More »

Re-Imagine North Watt Project Suggestions Open

Sacramento County has received thousands of comments and suggestions about how to improve the North Watt Avenue Corridor, and they are looking for more before the end of August. Read More »

Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 - Franklin High: Program Turnaround

It’s been seven years since the Franklin Wildcats have been in the playoffs, and head coach Joseph McCray is looking to break that playoff drought. Read More »

Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 - Florin High: Heart and Grit

Despite a 0-10 record last season, the Florin Panthers have the heart to turn things around, head coach Dan Davis said. Read More »

Two Challengers for Elk Grove Mayor

Two other candidates are challenging Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen in the November general election, which will also see multiple competitive school board races. Read More »

Planners Uphold Coral Blossom Review

Citing state law, the Elk Grove Planning Commission on Aug. 1 upheld a decision to grant expedited review to a proposed affordable-housing project on Elk Grove-Florin Road. Read More »

UPS Store has New Owners

An Aug. 8 ribbon-cutting celebrated the new ownership of UPS Store 1040 on 8698 Elk Grove Blvd. and the location at 4900 Elk Grove Blvd. in the Elk Grove Commons shopping center. Read More »

Police, Fire Have National Night Out

Elk Grove neighborhoods took part in National Night Out on Aug. 6, joining a nationwide event to bring police officers and firefighters closer to the people they serve. Read More »

13th Annual Banana Festival Aug. 17-18

The Sacramento Banana Festival is back for its 13th year with more multicultural arts and interactive exhibits, live entertainment, banana cuisine and fun than ever for all ages! Read More »

Sac County Awarded $15 Million for Bridge Housing

Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services (BHS) was notified of a conditional award of $15 million as part of the latest round of funding from the California Department of Health Care Services’ (DHCS) Behavioral Health Bridge Housing (BHBH) Program. Read More »

Circus Vargas Returns with the Ultimate Entertainment Extravaganza

Get ready to witness the most extraordinary display of talent and wonder under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is back with its all-new 2024 production, ‘Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration!’ Read More »

Educating on Fentanyl and Opioid Overdose/Poisoning

Fentanyl poisoning has now become the leading cause of death among adults ages 18 to 45, surpassing suicide, gun violence and car accidents, according to Sacramento County officials. Read More »

Foundation Gives Graduates Construction Opportunities

Julian Aguilar has wanted to be a construction worker for a long time; he just didn’t know what trade he wanted to pursue Read More »

Locals Make Waves in MLB

With the trade deadline and July now over, we’re entering the dog days of summer of the MLB season, and some of the locals in the big leagues have been making waves. Read More »

Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Cosumnes Oaks: Youth and Speed

Heading into his fourth year as head coach of the Wolfpack, Martin Billings has been able to turn things around for the program. Read More »

Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Pleasant Grove: Experience Brings High Hopes

As Joshua Crabtree enters his third year at the helm for the Pleasant Grove Eagles, he is looking forward to a lot. Read More »

Historical Society Banquet to Fund Barn

Elk Grove Historical Society is inviting the community to a modern barn raising. The manual labor will be replaced with good food and music, as the society raises money for a barn to display historical carriages and host events. Read More »

A Squirrel, a Restaurant and a Cause

Marie Mertz, also known as Maria, owns what she considers more than a restaurant. For emphasis, she uses the Spanish, calling her business a “restaurante con causa” or “restaurant with a cause.” Read More »

35th Strauss Festival a Delight

Several nights underneath the stars, timeless music, extravagant costumes and a magical atmosphere all make for an unforgettable summer memory. Read More »

School Bonds Go to Voters in Fall

Elk Grove Unified School District residents will decide in November whether to approve $542 million in school bonds. Read More »

EG Heads Back to School

The new school year is just around the corner for many students in Elk Grove Unified School District. Read More »

Free Mosquito Repellent Wipes Available for National Night Out

Personal protection is key in preventing mosquito bites and West Nile virus Read More »

Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California Read More »

Sloppy Staff Work and Agenda Hide-And-Seek Taint Board of Supervisors’ 2023 Pay Raise

Missed crucial details, an uncorrected math error, and an astonishing lack of transparency are among the significant problems the 2023-24 Sacramento County Grand Jury found when it investigated the process used by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors to award themselves a hefty salary increase in 2023 Read More »

SMUD’s $10 Million State Grant Advances Long-Duration Battery Storage Technology

California Energy Commission funding supports SMUD’s decarbonization goals Read More »

UC Davis Health Breaks Ground On 14-Story Tower

Medical center expansion state-of-the-art Read More »

Governor Newsom Orders State Agencies to Address Homeless Encampments

Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on July 25 ordering state agencies and departments to adopt clear policies that urgently address homeless encampments while respecting the dignity and well-being of all Californians Read More »

Herd Alumnus Hill Gets a West Coast MLB Homecoming

June and July has been a roller coaster for the former first round draft pick in 2014 and Elk Grove High School alumnus Derek Hill. Read More »

Herd Senior Lucan Amituanai Ranked Among Best in State

It has already been an exciting summer for Lucan Amituanai, the senior defensive end/defensive lineman from Elk Grove High School. Read More »

Elk Grove Football Preview 2024 — Laguna Creek: Offensive Threats

The newest addition to the Delta League is the Laguna Creek Cardinals, who haven’t played in that league since 2013. Read More »