Girl Scout Cookie Season Begins

Girl Scout cookie sales started on Friday, Feb. 20 in celebration of National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend with many customers in Citrus Heights craving to try a pink box of trademarked Exploremores, a Rocky Road ice cream-inspired flavor, making its debut this year. Read More »

Accountability Returns to Sacramento

DA Thien Ho outlines fentanyl fight, retail theft crackdown Read More »

Flawed and Unnecessary Cardroom Regulations Put Safety, Community and Economic Vitality at Risk

Attorney General Rob Bonta’s newly finalized cardroom regulations impose unnecessary burdens that could destabilize responsible cardrooms, jeopardize local jobs, reduce city revenues and ultimately harm the very communities these policies claim to protect throughout California. Read More »

SCDSA Endorses Josh Hoover for Assembly

On Feb. 17, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that he has received the endorsement of the Sacramento County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (SCDSA) for his reelection campaign in Assembly District 7. Read More »

Top Concert Acts Coming to the 2026 California State Fair

Weekly Announcements Begin in March Read More »

Book Festival Returns in April

The festival will feature over 200 local authors, selling books for people of all ages, performing readings, participating in panels and introducing themselves to Sacramento readers. Read More »

20 Local Museums Participating in Free Museum Weekend

Advance registration is required Read More »

United Ways Host Nonpartisan Gubernatorial Forum

Nine United Way chapters across the state of California are bringing qualified candidates for governor to Sacramento on March 23 for the United Way Nonpartisan Gubernatorial Forum: Voices of Californians. Read More »

National Summit on Volunteer Engagement Comes to Sacramento

Professionals who work with volunteers are invited to gather in California’s beautiful capital city this spring for the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement, hosted by the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE). The Summit takes place March 18 to 20 at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova. Read More »

Bonta Finalizes Cardroom Regulations Banning Lawful Games

The California Gaming Association recently condemned new regulations by Attorney General Rob Bonta and the Bureau of Gambling Control (Bureau) that prohibit long-approved blackjack-style and player-dealer games, slashing licensed cardroom revenues by more than half. Read More »

Three SRFC Players Invited to U.S. Soccer Mini ID Camp

Over the weekend of Feb. 14, three of Republic FC’s up-and-coming players had the opportunity to represent the Indomitable Club on the national stage. Read More »

Homebuilder Association Installs 2026 Officers and Directors

The North State Building Industry Association (BIA), representing the homebuilding industry in the greater Sacramento region, recently installed its officers and directors for 2026 and recognized six individuals for outstanding service promoting homeownership at an event attended by nearly 500 industry leaders at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Sacramento. Read More »

Bob Melvin Returns to the Athletics as Special Assistant

The Athletics have hired Bob Melvin as Special Assistant, Baseball Operations, the club announced Feb. 19. In his role, Melvin will serve as an advisor to the front office on baseball matters. Read More »

Improved Information Access With 2026 Website Debut

Navigation Offers Direct Links to Key Programs and Resources Read More »

The Problem with California’s Proposed Mileage Tax

I was disappointed last month when the Assembly passed AB 1421 (Wilson) over strong bipartisan objections. This legislation sets the stage for a new per-mile tax on drivers across our state—a move I opposed for its potential burden on everyday Californians without adequate safeguards. Read More »

Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks Community Input on County Superintendent Search

The search for the next Sacramento County Superintendent is underway, and community members are invited to play an important role in the process. Read More »

ARC Swimming and Diving Shines at Los Rios Invite

The American River College (ARC) men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams opened the season in strong form at the Los Rios Invite, an early-season, non-scored meet that showcased depth, speed and promising performances across the board. Read More »

County Launches Improved 311 Connect Website

Sacramento County has launched an improved 311 Connect online portal designed to make it easier for residents to manage service requests and access County services in one convenient location. Read More »

CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Read More »

UC Davis Extends Contract for Football Head Coach

Following two seasons of national success, including back-to-back NCAA Division I National Championship Quarterfinal appearances and 20 wins, UC Davis Athletics and Director of Athletics Rocko DeLuca are proud to announce a five-year contract extension for football head coach and UC Davis graduate Tim Plough. Read More »

SMUD Boosts Rebates for Heat Pumps

Program helps Sacramento customers save energy, improve comfort and cut carbon Read More »

Citrus Heights Faces Decision on Future of Waste Services Contract, Possible Rate Increase

The Citrus Heights City Council will decide at its next regular meeting on Wednesday, February 25, following a 60-day negotiating period with Republic Services Read More »

It's Game On...

“Game Night at the Museum” Returns to the California State Railroad Museum on Feb. 26 Read More »

Girl Scout Heart of Central California Celebrates National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, Highlighting How the Cookie Program Helps Girls Explore More Through Hands-On Entrepreneurship

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) invites cookie lovers across the Sacramento, Stockton, and Modesto regions to celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend, taking place Feb. 20 to 22. Read More »

Local Baker Offers Dairy-Free Options

Enjoy bread, but especially sensitive to dairy? You might want to try a loaf of homemade sourdough bread available weekly and especially crafted with love by Danika “Dani” Sedgwick, a Citrus Heights home-based bread baker and mom. Read More »

Juice Time Opens in Sunrise Village

Juice Time, an international juice, ice cream shop and crepe shop celebrated its official public grand opening on Friday, Feb. 13, with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce. Read More »

My Salon Suite to Open in Sunrise Village

A creative space for creative people. That’s the marketing concept behind My Salon Suite, a franchise chain which lets health and beauty professionals offer their services in customized individual suites in a retail setting to set their own prices. Read More »

Council Approves History and Arts Grants, Establishes Youth Commission

The Citrus Heights City Council recognized February as national Black History Month. Read More »

Miller Greenfield Receives Honorary NYPD Badge

He’s “NYPD Blue” and proud of it. Read More »

Hoover Demands Audit of Failed 911 Project

Calls for accountability in collapsed emergency system overhaul Read More »

KCRA 3 Names Michelle Dapper Sports Director

KCRA 3 announced recently that Michelle Dapper has been named Sports Director, continuing her long-standing leadership and award-winning coverage of sports throughout Northern California. Read More »

Photography Month Returns in April

Annual photographic event offers a diverse and collaborative celebration of the visual arts Read More »

Area Museums Offer Activations for Homeschoolers

Sacramento area museums are proud to amplify learning by offering education related activations and opportunities all year long. Read More »

SMUD and Calpine Extend Geothermal Power Agreement

SMUD and Calpine LLC have reached a long-term extension and expansion of their existing power purchase agreement for geothermal energy from The Geysers, strengthening SMUD’s long-term strategy to deliver reliable, clean electricity to its customers. Read More »

Firefighters ‘Fill the Boot’

Fire Fighters Burn Institute (FFBI) is one of over 70 fire agencies throughout Northern and Central California to support burn programs and the regional burn center. Read More »