According to the Yuba/Sutter/Colusa Appeal Democrat, local and federal law enforcement authorities participated in a coordinated multi-agency sting operation, and arrested 14 suspected sex offenders in Yuba County between July 10 and 12. The operation, a first of its kind in the area, was spearheaded by the Yuba City Police Department in collaboration with the […]
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Ferrari Challenge North America Stampedes into Sonoma
Race cars on track and exotic supercars in the paddock will delight fans, with proceeds benefiting Sonoma County non-profits Ferrari Challenge North America, the largest and longest running single-marque racing series in North America, brings Italian passion and pageantry to Sonoma Raceway, Saturday, August 24. Open to the public, this exciting racing event features various […]
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Placer County to Spray for Mosquitos in Elverta Tonight
Tonight, parts of West Placer are scheduled for an aerial adulticide treatment to address the presence of West Nile virus-positive mosquitoes and high adult mosquito counts. The treatment will occur between 8:30 p.m. and 12 a.m., involving the application of an EPA-registered mosquito adulticide. This ultra-low volume fog, dispensed by aircraft, aims to target adult […]
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National Night Out in Rio Linda was Smoking Hot!
National Night Out in Rio Linda, California, is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. This event is part of a nationwide initiative that started in 1984 and now involves over 38 million people across thousands of communities from all fifty […]
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North Highlands Big Lots Store Closing
Roughly 300 additional Big Lots stores are set to close as speculation that the company could file for bankruptcy looms. In early July, Big Lots warned in a U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) filing that between 35 and 40 locations could shutter this year. In a new SEC filing submitted on July 31, Big […]
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Do You Have An Uncashed Sacramento County Check?
Currently, the County has more than 8,900 uncashed checks, totaling more than $3.7 million. How does this happen, and could this be your unclaimed money? If a Sacramento County-issued check goes six months without being cashed by the rightful payee, the information becomes available in a PDF document on the Unclaimed County Warrants (checks) webpage. […]
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Educating on Fentanyl and Opioid Overdose
Fentanyl poisoning has now become the leading cause of death among adults ages 18 to 45, surpassing suicide, gun violence and car accidents. In response to this critical public health and public safety crisis, the Sacramento County Department of Health Services, in collaboration with the Sacramento County Opioid Coalition, Sierra Sacramento Valley Medical Society, California State University, […]
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A Sikh lawmaker wrote a bill to protect immigrant activists. Could a fight over caste derail it?
In summary – The FBI defines transnational repression as when foreign governments reach into the United States to intimidate members of their diaspora. California police say they want help identifying those incidents. A seemingly noncontroversial proposal to help California police identify and address instances of violence motivated by international politics is hitting a nerve among […]
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Rite-Aid Closing more than 200 additional stores
Rite Aid has been closing hundreds of stores across the United States since filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in October. The company, based in Philadelphia, embarked on a major restructuring effort to cut $2 billion in debt and transfer control to a group of lenders, aiming to emerge from bankruptcy with a more sustainable business […]
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Community Input Sought for North Watt Avenue Corridor Project
Sacramento County has received thousands of comments and suggestions on how to improve the North Watt Avenue Corridor and is seeking more feedback before the end of August. This spring, the Re-Imagine North Watt Corridor project began inviting the public to submit their visions for the corridor’s improvement. The main goals of the project are […]
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When do Local School Districts Head Back to School?
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 school is approaching for most districts in the area, including Rio Linda. Here’s a rundown of when classes begin for several local school districts: With kids in Rio Linda […]
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Governor Newsom Orders Sweeps of Homeless Camps
This includes Rio Linda’s “Ground Zero” encampment site, likely impacting nearby Rio Linda High School Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered state agencies to begin sweeping homeless encampments on public property, using newfound authority after the U.S. Supreme Court’s approval last month. This executive order, issued Thursday morning, directs agencies to remove encampments that pose a […]
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Placer Vineyards Plan Begins Vertical Construction
Impacting Nearby Rio Linda and Elverta Villages The massive Placer County master plan “Placer Vineyards” has started to rise from the ground, marking a significant development milestone that is set to impact nearby communities, including Rio Linda and the Elverta Villages project. Homebuilder Lennar Corp. has begun the senior housing community Heritage Placer Vineyards with […]
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Rite Aid Announces Additional Store Closures
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, the company disclosed in a bankruptcy filing the impending closure of 10 more stores, all of which are located in Ohio and Michigan. This latest announcement brings the total […]
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RIo Linda Football Head Coach Jeff Freeman Resigns
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 advantage of an unexpected opportunity that became available in Twin Falls, Idaho. Freeman was the third coach to head up Knights football since the State Championship year in 2018, and […]
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Rio Linda goes Batty!
This past Saturday, the Friends of the Rio Linda Library hosted an engaging and educational event featuring bat specialist Corky Quirk from Northern California Bats. The event, which was held at the library, drew a standing-room-only crowd, with many families and children eager to learn about these fascinating creatures. Corky Quirk, an expert in bat […]
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Obituary: Steven Holt
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, age 69, on July 13, 2024, in Roseville, California. Steve was born on April 30, 1955, in Taft, California, to Violet (Trefry) Holt and Buddy Holt. After Steve […]
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National Night Out Returns to Rio Linda
National Night Out returns to Rio Linda/Elverta on August 6. National Night Out, the annual collection of community gatherings hosted by law enforcement agencies, is returning to towns across Sacramento County on Aug. 6. This 41st annual community-building campaign traditionally starts on the first Tuesday of August across thousands of communities across the U.S. and […]
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7-Eleven’s Free Slurpee Day is here!
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-Eleven; it’s also the convenience retailer’s 97th birthday. Fans can visit any participating 7-Eleven store to grab a free small Slurpee drink in limited-time flavors or classics like […]
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Obituary: Robert Hinds
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 Society, respected by many in the tractor community. A funeral service for Robert will be held Saturday, July 13, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Rio […]
