County Superintendent Garth Lewis Named Superintendent of the Year

Dr. Garth Lewis, Yolo County Superintendent of Schools, has been named 2026 Superintendent of the Year by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) Region 3, which represents school leaders across Sacramento and Yolo counties. Read More »

Rock the Block Expands, Opens Applications

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento recently announced the opening of the application period for Rock the Block West Sacramento, a two-day community revitalization initiative designed to deliver essential home repairs and beautification improvements for qualified homeowners. Read More »

California Duck Days Return

Yolo Basin Foundation is hosting California Duck Days, Northern California’s wetlands and wildlife festival, on Saturday, April 25. Read More »

Grant to Address Furniture Poverty

The Beneto Foundation has granted $20,000 to local nonprofit Make It Happen for Yolo County to help sustain and expand the organization that addresses furniture poverty among Yolo County’s underserved teens and young adults as they transition into independent living. Read More »

CHP Seeks Answers Following Fentanyl Findings

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is conducting a thorough review of the findings in the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s report issued Feb. 23 regarding the death of Officer Miguel Cano. Read More »

New Report Exposes ‘Indefensible Waste’ in Prison Budget

CURB Calls for at least 5 More Closures to Reduce State Deficit Read More »

Governor Newsom Launches Most Ambitious Water Plan in California History

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Feb. 25 the formal launch of the California Water Plan 2028, marking the start of a multi-year effort to modernize statewide water planning in response to climate-driven extremes and long-term water reliability challenges. Read More »

Republic FC Names Veteran Soccer Executive Tim Holt Next President and General Manager

Sacramento Republic FC recently announced the appointment of Tim Holt as the club’s new President & General Manager, bringing to the organization an accomplished executive with leadership experience at both the league and club levels. Read More »

Metro PAC Endorses Hoover for Reelection

Assemblyman Josh Hoover recently announced that he has received the endorsement of the Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber’s Political Action Committee (Metro PAC). Read More »

Walker Claims Second Career Big Sky Weekly Honor

A pair of impressive singles wins against the top players from a pair of nationally ranked squads on the road helped Sacramento State junior Reese Walker to Big Sky Conference player of the week honors. Read More »

Beavers Take Two from Yuba, Head into Big 8 Conference Play

In what has been an up and down non-conference slate to start the season, the American River College baseball team finished on a high note, sweeping a double-header from Yuba College at Beaver Field on Feb. 20. Read More »

Moneymaker Named MPSF Gymnast of the Week for Second Straight Week

For the second-straight week and third time this season, Amelia Moneymaker has been named the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation Gymnast of the Week following a weekend where she hit the second-best floor performance in program history while helping the Aggies battle to a dual meet win and a season-high performance on beam. Read More »

River Cats Kick Off Season with Festival of Baseball Preseason Party

The Sacramento River Cats will open the gates of Sutter Health Park for the River Cats Festival of Baseball Preseason Party on Sunday, March 1, giving fans their first taste of the 2026 season. Read More »

55-Hour Lane Reduction Scheduled for Eastbound US 50/I-5 Interchange in Downtown Sacramento

Lanes #3 and #4 Closed at US 50/I-5 Interchange Read More »

California State Railroad Museum & Foundation Offer Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train

For the third consecutive year, the California State Railroad Museum & Foundation are offering spirited rides aboard the Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train on March 14 and 15. Read More »

Aguiar-Curry Unveils COMPETE Act to Update California Antitrust Laws

Supporters say clearer laws will strengthen competition, affordability and economic growth Read More »

Sutter Health Park and River Cats Inducted into Partnership for Quality Living Hall of Honor

Sutter Health Park and the Sacramento River Cats are being inducted into the Partnership for Quality Living Hall of Honor. Read More »

Renegade Orchestra Coming to Davis

The Beauty of a Symphony, the Soul of a Rock Band Read More »

Executive Director Joy Cohan to Retire April 3

It is with deep gratitude and warm congratulations that Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) announced the retirement of Joy Cohan as Executive Director of MOW Yolo, effective April 3. Read More »

Council Approves Bryte Park

Project contracts focused on West Sacramento’s drinking water supply and a major city park were the two largest among seven Consent Agenda items unanimously passed by the City Council at its Feb. 18 meeting. 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 »

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 »

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 »

Yolo County Opens Candidate Nomination Period for June 2026 Primary

The Yolo County Elections Office announced the candidate nomination filing period for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election has opened as of Feb. 9. Read More »

Learn about the Criminal Justice System at the Yolo County District Attorney’s Citizens Academy

Applications Now Being Accepted Read More »

West Sacramento Launches Public Art Strategic Plan to Enhance Public Art Across City

The City of West Sacramento is excited to launch the Public Art Strategic Plan. This plan is a new initiative to enhance how public art is experienced and funded across the city. Read More »