SCOE Welcomes New Assistant Superintendent of Education Services

Sacramento County Superintendent of Schools David W. Gordon has announced a leadership change at the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE). Navdeep Purewal, Ed.D., has been appointed Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. Read More »

Grants Available to Protect Waterways

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is offering grants of up to $2,500 to support school and community projects that help protect or improve creeks and rivers in the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County. Read More »

County Warns EBT Cardholders about Fake Mobile App

The California Department of Social Services has alerted counties to a fake mobile application that is targeting Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cardholders. Read More »

County Launches New Property Tax System

After three years of planning and development, Sacramento County has launched a modern property tax system that replaced a decades-old platform responsible for collecting and distributing more than $3.1 billion in annual tax revenue for the county, school districts, cities and special districts. Read More »

Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Celebrates 30th Anniversary Season

The Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra announced its milestone 30th season of choral-orchestral excellence, promising audiences an unforgettable lineup of concerts, world-class soloists and a journey through powerful repertoire. Read More »

Apply Now for CalKIDS Scholarships

Now that the new school year is in full swing, it’s the perfect time for students and families to jumpstart their year with CalKIDS, California’s landmark scholarship program for college and career training. Read More »

How to Combat Road Rage

If you feel like aggressive drivers are everywhere, there might be some truth to it. Read More »

How to Make the Most of Alzheimer’s Disease Breakthroughs

New research published in The Lancet as part of its Alzheimer’s Disease Series outlines strategies for integrating emerging and existing approaches for treating Alzheimer’s disease. The Lancet is a weekly peer-reviewed general medical journal, founded in 1823. Read More »

Freshmen Lead the Way for Women's Golf

The California State University, Sacramento women's golf team will enter the final round of the final round of the Golfweek Red Sky Classic in 13th place after shooting 303 during the second round on Sept. 23 in Wolcott, Colorado. Read More »

Registration Open for Republic Elite Session

This November, Republic FC is hosting its next session of the Republic Elite Development Program (RED). Read More »

River Cats Season Ends in 4-2 Defeat

Two Runs in Third Courtesy of Luis Matos and Jesus Rodriguez Read More »

Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation. Read More »

Eli Simonson Named Trophy Semifinalist

University of California, Davis graduate offensive lineman Eli Simonson has been named by the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) a 2025 semifinalist for the prestigious William V. Campbell Trophy, which recognizes an individual as the absolute best football scholar-athlete in the nation. Read More »

Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass Read More »

‘Imagine This…’ Student Writing Competition Underway

Aspiring young authors with great stories to share about agriculture are encouraged to enter the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom’s annual “Imagine this...” Story Writing Contest. Read More »

Autistic Children More Likely to Experience Persistent Stomach Problems

Children diagnosed with autism are far more likely to experience ongoing gastrointestinal (GI) problems than their typically developing peers. Read More »

Another Tuleyome Tale!

Getting Up Close and Personal with Alkali Milkvetch Read More »

Applause for Literary Award Winners

Seven awardees will be recognized at the “100 Years of Writing Excellence in Sacramento” Gala on Oct. 18, when the California Writers Club Sacramento hits its century mark and celebrates at North Ridge Country Club in Fair Oaks. Read More »

Zoological Society Submits Expansion Request to City

The Sacramento Zoological Society has submitted a request to the City of Sacramento to expand the footprint of the Sacramento Zoo’s iconic Land Park home. Read More »

Lost, Found and Returned

Local Kayaker behind ‘American River Lost & Found’ Read More »

Old Sacramento’s Third Thursday Recap

On Thursday, Sept. 21, this month’s installment of Old Sacramento Waterfront’s Third Thursday series took place along the bustling waterfront. Several businesses opened their doors from 4 to 8 p.m. for live demonstrations and free activities. Read More »

Ohana Walk Raises More than $40K

The spirit of “Ohana” – family, community and togetherness – was thriving along the Pocket Canal Parkway on Saturday, Sept. 6 as more than 700 participants gathered for the fourth annual ACC Ohana Walk. Read More »

City Moves Ahead on Tiny Homes for Seniors

During the City of Sacramento’s Sept. 16 homelessness workshop, Department of Community Response Director Brian Pedro presented the city council with updates on several strategies for bolstering the city’s homelessness response, including progress reports on new Safe Camping and Safe Parking sites. Read More »

Annual Brain Health Forum Open to Everyone

If someone you love has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, you know how hard it can be to navigate daily life, let alone think about long-term plans. Read More »

Sacramento-Area New Home Sales Continued

Moving Upward in August, North State BIA Reports Read More »

Restored Locomotive on Display in Historic Roundhouse

In partnership with Friends of No. 9, the California State Railroad Museum is excited to announce the beautifully restored No. 9 steam locomotive and companion exhibit are now on display inside the museum’s historic Roundhouse. Read More »

Water Providers Warn Residents about Unauthorized Solicitations

Citrus Heights Water District, Sacramento Suburban Water District, Orange Vale Water Company and California American Water are warning residents about unauthorized solicitations targeting local households. Read More »

Junior/Senior Team City Championship Winners Named

The 2025 Walter and Olga Strand Junior/Senior City Championship was held Sept. 7 at Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course. Read More »

Rodrigo Lopez Nominated for Player of the Month

USL (United Soccer League) Championship announced that Republic FC midfielder Rodrigo (RoRo) Lopez was nominated for USL Championship Player of the Month for August. Read More »

UC Davis Basketball Season Tickets on Sale

With just under two months from opening tip, University of California, Davis basketball season tickets are now on sale, allowing Aggie fans to catch the action in the University Credit Union Center all winter long. Read More »

Ella Kraft Named Big Sky Women’s Golfer of the Week

California State University, Sacramento senior Ella Kraft was named the Big Sky Women's Golfer of the Week, it was announced on Sept. 10. Read More »

ARC has Strong Start at USF Invite

The American River College (ARC) men's cross-country team kicked off their season Aug. 29 in Golden Gate Park with determination at the University of San Francisco Invite, an event hosting top collegiate programs across California. Read More »

Enchanting Adventures Await at Fairytale Town's Safe & Super Halloween

This year, we dive into the adventures of the Descendants with Fairytale Town being magically transformed over five nights. Read More »

State Water Board to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Updates to the Bay-Delta Plan

As part of the process required to update and implement the San Francisco Bay/Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Water Quality Control Plan (Bay-Delta Plan), the State Water Resources Control Board will begin a two-day public hearing on Sept. 25 and 26. Read More »

Teen Collecting Signatures for Crosswalk Safety

It was a sunny Saturday in Sacramento, with a high temperature of 63 degrees on Nov. 26, 2022, when Eric Norem and a family friend, Sandy Louey, were crossing Riverside Boulevard. They walked southbound in the Lelandhaven crosswalk. Read More »