Also, some essential tips for a smooth back-to-school transition! As summer draws to a close for many students in the Sacramento region, the first day of...
Author - John Todd
Born and raised in Rio Linda, a graduate of Rio Linda High School, and a resident for most of the last 50 years. Co-Chair for the Rio Linda Elverta Neighborhood Association, announcer for Rio Linda Knights Football, Rio Linda Christmas Light Parade, and Rio Linda Little League Parade, Original keeper of the Archway Lights, and outspoken advocate for the Rio Linda Elverta community.
This includes Rio Linda’s “Ground Zero” encampment site, likely impacting nearby Rio Linda High School Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered state...
Impacting Nearby Rio Linda and Elverta Villages The massive Placer County master plan “Placer Vineyards” has started to rise from the ground...
No Impact on Rio Linda Location Rite Aid has continued its trend of announcing more store closures as part of its ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. On Monday...
Knights varsity football coach Jeff Freeman has resigned. I spoke to Coach Freeman this afternoon. He tendered his resignation on June 28th and has taken...
This past Saturday, the Friends of the Rio Linda Library hosted an engaging and educational event featuring bat specialist Corky Quirk from Northern California...
Steven Ray Holt April 30, 1955 – July 13, 2024 Roseville, California – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven (Steve) Holt...
National Night Out returns to Rio Linda/Elverta on August 6. National Night Out, the annual collection of community gatherings hosted by law enforcement...
It’s July 11th, which means it’s time for a Slurpee! This Thursday, July 11th, is not just a day for enjoying the beloved annual Slurpee Day at 7...
Robert Omer Hinds, age 85, of Rio Linda, California passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Robert was a long-time member of the Rio Linda Elverta Historical...
The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District plans to treat the agricultural area west of East Levee Road between Elverta Road and Elkhorn Blvd...
On Wednesday, firefighters successfully halted the spread of a fire that ignited in a building and extended to nearby vegetation at an abandoned property in...
The first of California’s two free fishing days in 2024 is coming up following the Independence Day holiday. On free fishing days — which land on Saturday...
While fireworks and holiday events are great for humans, the loud noises can be frightening for pets who may flee or run away. In order to quickly reunite...
The agricultural areas, rice fields, and marshes of West Placer County are scheduled for an aerial larvicide treatment on July 4th and 5th, 2024. Treatments...
Sacramento County wants to remind residents to add safety measures to their Independence Day activities to ensure that these celebrations remain fun. Whether...
32nd & Q Street, 2023 For many people, July 4th is synonymous with fireworks. Who hasn’t enjoyed a summer evening in a friend’s backyard or a park...
Next week, beginning Monday and extending through the week, temperatures are expected to rise above 100 degrees for several days in a row. The County and most...
As we enter the month of July, and this purgatorial hot and dry weather pattern, I had occasion to talk briefly with Metro Fire Director Cinthia Saylors about...
On Friday, the Supreme Court upheld laws in Grant’s Pass, Oregon, that ban homeless residents from sleeping outdoors, asserting that the regulations do...













