San Juan Water District Receives Award

The Sacramento Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) has selected San Juan Water District (SJWD) as the recipient of a Project of the Year Award. San Juan Water District's Hinkle Reservoir Floating Cover and Liner Replacement project received the honor in the awards program's Environment–Water category, and San Juan Water District was formally recognized during an awards ceremony on Aug. 9 in Sacramento. Read More »

San Juan Unified School District Serves Free Student Meals

San Juan Unified School District announced on Aug. 13 the sponsorship of the National School Lunch and the School Breakfast Program Read More »

Free Heart Screening for Youth Scheduled for Oct. 6

One in 300 youth has an undiagnosed heart condition that puts them at risk for sudden cardiac arrest Read More »

California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply Read More »

Restaurants Row: Lou’s Burgers Here to Stay

Lou’s Burgers is at 6229 Watt Ave., North Highlands Read More »

Greater Sacramento Economic Council Hosts Delegation to South Korea

Greater Sacramento Economic Council (GSEC) is hosting its first delegation to South Korea Aug. 16 through 26, led by the new Chair of GSEC’s Board of Directors, UC Davis Chancellor Gary S. May Read More »

Council Approves Property Purchase and Road Resurfacing

At the Aug. 14 Citrus Heights City Council meeting, Mayor Bret Daniels pulled the potential purchase of a vacant property from the Consent Calendar for a roll call vote. The property at 6488 Sylvan Road was offered to the city for sale by Bayside Covenant Church. Read More »

Non-Medical Grade Silicone Injection Homicide Suspect Arrested in 2013 Case

Citrus Heights Detectives have announced the arrest of 49-year-old Alejandra Aguilera-Ortega for homicide 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 »

Ash Feeney to Speak at Membership Luncheon

The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce is inviting members to attend an informative luncheon that will provide an update from Citrus Heights City Manager Ashley Feeney on Aug. 20. Read More »

CHP Swears In 102 New Officers

On July 12, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly introduced 102 of the state’s newest officers during a swearing-in ceremony at the CHP Academy in West Sacramento 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 »

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 »

PAWS Mobile Clinic: Lifeline for Pets of Unhoused

Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter and its dedicated team are making remarkable strides in improving the lives of pets and their unhoused owners 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 »

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 »

Hot Jazz Jubilee 2024 to Sizzle

The ninth annual Hot Jazz Jubilee will feature four days of music and entertainment over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30 to Sept. 2, under one roof. Read More »

Construction of New HomeGoods in Birdcage Has Begun

Construction of a new HomeGoods retail store in the Marketplace at Birdcage shopping center in Citrus Heights has begun. Read More »

Help Your Pets Beat the Heat

Extreme heat waves continue to affect Sacramento County and it's crucial for pet owners to ensure their furry friends stay safe and comfortable Read More »

UC Davis Health Breaks Ground On 14-Story Tower

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

Local Candidates Filing Now

Dixon’s municipal elections have officially started Read More »

Free Fishing Day: Get Hooked on New Adventure

During the second of California’s two free fishing days in 2024, which will be on Aug. 31, the public can fish throughout the Golden State without a fishing license. Read More »

Flights to Freedom

It was not just an attack on a former president‚ but on our nation and our American values as well Read More »

Local WWII Veteran to Celebrate 100th Birthday

It’s not every day that a figure in the community turns 100 years old, let alone a World War II veteran. Read More »

Mountain Mike’s of Fair Oaks Outstanding

I had a great time talking to Paul Grewal, the owner of Mountain Mike’s of Fair Oaks. You can tell by talking to him how much he loves his customers and his Mountain Mike’s family. Read More »

California’s first-in-the-nation earthquake warning system notified millions ahead of quake

Continuing to lead the country in emergency management and disaster preparedness, California’s first-in-the-nation Earthquake Early Warning System—launched under Governor Gavin Newsom’s leadership—provided advance notification to millions of Californians. Read More »

New California Law Aims to Address Teacher Shortage

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is optimistic that a new state law intended to address the teacher shortage will help eliminate barriers to the profession and attract more prospective educators into classrooms. Read More »

Handel’s Ice Cream is Coming to Citrus Heights

A delicious, cold treat is coming to Citrus Heights as a new Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream store at 8055 Madison Ave. looks to open soon in the Almond Orchard Shopping Center. Read More »

Nonprofit Community Support Fund Open for Applications

Since July 16, nonprofit organizations can submit Non-Profit Community Support Fund applications. Applications will be accepted until 4 p.m. Aug. 16. Read More »

Non Commissioned Officers Association

The Non Commissioned Officers Association (NCOA), a military service organization established in 1960, plays a vital role in supporting members across all United States Armed Forces branches and their families from Rancho Cordova and the greater Sacramento area through programs and initiatives Read More »

Gearing up for National Night Out

On Tuesday, Aug. 6, area communities will come together to participate in National Night Out, an annual initiative aimed at fostering police-community partnerships and enhancing neighborhood solidarity 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 »

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 »