Pet Junction Brings Decades of Pet Industry Experience

After nearly three decades working throughout California’s pet industry, Jim Dempsey is returning to where it all started, a neighborhood pet store. Read More »

New Home Sales Decline in August, North State BIA Reports

Buffeted by rising interest rates, economic uncertainty and continued affordability issues, new home sales in the greater Sacramento region continued to show weakness in August, the North State Building Industry Association reported. Read More »

Ricky and Paing Soe Win Junior/Senior Team City Championship

Ricky and Paing Soe won the 78th Walter and Olga Strand City Junior/Senior Team Championship with a net score of 68. Read More »

Sacramento County Board of Education Seeks to Fill Vacancy

Applications for Trustee Area 6 Vacancy due Oct. 6 Read More »

Food Frontier Selected to Bring Sacramento Cuisine to New Stadium

Wilton Rancheria and Sacramento Republic FC have selected Food Frontier to shape the food program at Republic Stadium. Read More »

County Responds to Grand Jury Report on Foster Youth

Sacramento County has responded to the 2025-26 Sacramento County Grand Jury report on foster youth, outlining areas where it agrees with the Grand Jury and others where it disagrees with its findings and recommendations. Read More »

Ashlynn Archer Joins Beach Volleyball Coaching Staff After Standout Hornet Career

After an incredible playing career in both a Sacramento State indoor and beach uniform, Ashlynn Archer will remain at her alma mater as assistant beach volleyball coach. Read More »

A Peaceful Retreat to Pescadero

Lounging out by the pool at Venture Retreat Center, we were the only two souls in this forest canyon at the moment. The topic being discussed was ‘childlike wonder,’ and how difficult it seems to shift our mindset back to this type of innocence. Read More »

California Gas Average Tops $6 a Gallon

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Protecting Yosemite for Future Generations

There are some places in California that belong to all of us. Yosemite is one of them. Read More »

Mama, Art Your Heart Out

Aria Zuloaga Walker is the founder and program director for Mama, Art Your Heart Out, affectionately called MAYHO, a local social support group for moms with autistic children. Read More »

Lee Wins 102nd State Fair Men's Golf Tournament

A three-way tie on the 18th hole set up a dramatic four-hole playoff Sept. 7 as Aidan Lee, Kavi Marez and Keita Yobiko battled for the championship of the 102nd State Fair Men’s Golf Tournament, held Sept. 5 to 7 at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex. Read More »

SBSK Readies for Holiday Giveaway

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or “almost new” Beanie Babies all year long. Read More »

New Preserves Held by Land Trust Protect Open Space in Sacramento County

Sacramento Valley Conservancy (SVC) added two new open space preserves to the system of protected lands in Sacramento County this summer, one protecting blue oak woodlands and the other open grasslands for Swainson’s Hawk foraging. Read More »

S.A.F.E. Event to Shine Light on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking

The public is invited to attend a powerful event, S.A.F.E. – Stopping Abuse for Everyone, to help bring awareness, education, intervention, prevention and healing to the issues of domestic violence and human trafficking. Read More »

Watanabe Captures 2026 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship

The 2026 State Fair Women’s Golf Championship was played Sept. 5-6 at Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course. Read More »

California Small Businesses One Step Closer to Relief from Abusive CIPA Lawsuits

The Stop CIPA Shakedown Lawsuits coalition has expressed its support for SB 690 following its passage through the California State Legislature and advancement to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk. Read More »

The River Cats Hit Big in Vegas

After a tough homestand vs. the Salt Lake Bees, Sacramento hit big to begin their final roadtrip of the season at Las Vegas. Read More »

Sacramento’s Biggest Outdoor Oktoberfest is Coming!

Get ready for a brand-new fall tradition coming to Cal Expo! On Oct. 9 – 10, Saktoberfest is coming for two days of live music, traditional food, games, family-friendly fun and Oktoberfest celebrations. Read More »

End of an Era

It is the end of an era for American River College baseball and athletics as former player, coach and equipment manager Kurt Mattson has officially retired. Read More »

A Morning Like No Other - Ground Zero at 25 years

After a long night of late work well into the morning, I was in a deep sleep. The repeating ring of the telephone awakened me. I received an alarming telephone call from a close friend frantically trying to get my attention. She said “just get up and turn on the TV. You won’t believe what is happening”. She was absolutely right. Read More »

Celebrating Transit Month in September

Sacramento riders can earn gift cards by simply logging their rides Read More »

Voters Agree Building Fees Are a Major Problem

Three-quarters say government fees and regulations contribute to affordability challenges; 83% favor reducing fees that average over $100,000 per new home Read More »

Helping Hands OV Calls on Community to Lend a Hand as Need Grows

A growing number of local residents are asking for a helping hand, and Helping Hands OV is calling on community members to step up. Read More »

Things to Do in Fair Oaks

September and October are perfect months to spend outdoors in Fair Oaks. Read More »

FORPD Board Approves Fee Updates, Final Budget

At the Aug. 19 meeting, the Fair Oak Recreation and Park District (FORPD) Board of Directors swore in Manuel Lavalle, who was appointed to fill the seat vacated by director John O’Farrell on his retirement. Read More »

Salsa, Music and Community Spice Up Fifth Annual Cook-Off

Orangevale brought the heat Saturday, Aug. 15, as Helping Hands OV hosted its fifth annual Salsa Cook-Off, serving up a flavorful afternoon of food, music, dancing, art and plenty of community spirit. Read More »

Get Ready to Bawk!

What to Look Forward to at the 2026 Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Read More »

State Fair Junior Championship Crowns 2026 Winners at Haggin Oaks

The State Fair Junior Championship for boys and girls ages 7 to 18 was held Saturday, Aug. 26, at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex. Players ages 12 to 18 competed on the Alister MacKenzie 18-hole course, while the 7 to 11 division played nine holes on Arcade Creek. Read More »

UC Davis Welcomes Zyhira Jones as New STUNT Assistant Coach

UC Davis STUNT is strengthening its coaching staff with the addition of Assistant Coach Zyhira Jones. A former collegiate STUNT athlete and experienced head coach with a proven track record of program building and athlete development. Read More »

State Treasurer Fiona Ma Announces Results of $1.407 Billion Bond Sale for Sutter Health

Financing will support major health care expansion projects, including new medical campuses across Northern California and refinancing of existing debt Read More »

Homegrown Centerback Chibi Ukaegbu to Join Houston Dynamo on Club Record Transfer Fee

Republic FC announced that the club has reached an agreement with Major League Soccer club Houston Dynamo FC transferring defender Chibuike “Chibi” Ukaegbu (pronunciation: Chi-bee Oo-kay-boo) to Houston Dynamo II of MLS NEXT PRO pending league and federation approval. Read More »