Saturday’s DoorDash 250 at Sonoma Raceway is shaping up to be a thrilling event for NASCAR Xfinity Series regulars, as they face stiff competition from a group of seven full-time NASCAR Cup Series drivers. These Cup regulars are eager to gain valuable seat time at the 1.99-mile road course, resulting in a significant increase in […]
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Sacramento County 2023-24 Budget Approved
In a unanimous decision on June 7, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors gave its approval to the recommended budget of $8.4 billion for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24. County Executive Ann Edwards expressed her satisfaction with the approved budget, stating that it reflects the County’s commitment to addressing the critical needs of the community. “The […]
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Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Parks District Public Meeting Wednesday, June 21, 2023
The Rio Linda Elverta Recreation and Park District (RLERPD) Board of Directors will hold a Public Hearing to discuss and approve the 2023-24 fiscal year preliminary budget. The Public Hearing will be held during the regularly scheduled monthly general Board Meeting in Rio Linda, CA on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 6:30pm at the Depot […]
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The Big Picture: 2023 Rio Linda High School Graduation
Congratulations 2023 grads! We shot over 300 photos at the June 2nd, 2023 event, and the few shown below are just a handful that I have edited. The remainder can be found here at Google Photos. Please feel free to download them at full resolution, have them printed, or print them through the Google Photos […]
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Episode One: The 10th Anniversary of the Rio Linda Elverta Country Faire
For our first real outing of the ToddCast, John Todd sat down with the organizers of the Rio Linda Elverta Country Faire and Rio Linda Expo, which will be hosting its 10th Anniversary event on September 16, 2023. Kris McCandless, Charlea Moore, Shirley Breckenridge, and Cheryl Cook give us all of the secrets and details […]
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Congratulations Rio Linda High School Class of 2023
Rio Linda Online would like to congratulate each of our community’s graduates for 2023 and acknowledge all their hard work as they walk across the graduation stage to collect their diplomas tomorrow night at the RLHS graduation ceremony. The Rio Linda High School Graduation ceremonies take place tomorrow, Thursday, June 1, at 7:00 pm at […]
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California’s favorite flowers and expert tips on growing them
New research has uncovered California’s favorite flowers to grow, with lavender on top. The study, by horticulture guide Gardening Chores, analyzed the number of Google searches for various flower names, combined with the search terms “how to grow flower name” and “buy flower name,” to discover California’s favorites. 1. Lavender – 6,680 searches per year Lavender is California’s favorite […]
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Sacramento Public Library to provide free meals to kids 18 and under this summer
Lunch at the Library will be available at 15 locations starting June 13 Beginning June 13, Sacramento Public Library (SPL) will provide free lunch to children 18 and under while school is out through August 4. Meals will be distributed at 13 library locations Tuesdays through Fridays from Noon to 1 p.m. Meal sites are […]
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Sue Frost: To Ensure We Have Fewer Victims, I Will Stand With Law Enforcement
I have always worked hard to listen to the community – and then be a strong voice for my constituents. That’s why I do extensive public outreach, including a district-wide poll like the one we did last month. For the past few years reducing the impact of homelessness has been the top priority for people […]
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CDFW Announces $20 Million Grant Funding To Protect Salmon Habitat
In a significant move to protect California’s biodiversity and combat climate challenges, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has announced the allocation of $20.4 million to fund 15 projects. These initiatives aim to improve salmon habitat, establish wildlife corridors, and restore wetlands, all while enhancing climate resilience. This marks the third round of […]
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Twin Rivers Unified Unveils Electric School Bus Charging Depot
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Twin Rivers Unified will celebrate the completion of the district’s Electric School Bus Charging Depot with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 26, 2023. The Depot features 82 charging stations to support the district’s fleet of 58 pollution-free electric buses. By 2024, Twin Rivers will have 82 operating electric […]
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WWE Superstar Braun Strowman to Drive Pace Car at NASCAR Toyota/Save Mart 350 in Sonoma
WWE Superstar Braun Strowman, also known as Adam Scherr, will be the special driver for the upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Cup Series race on June 11. Strowman is famous for his incredible strength and his larger-than-life personality. Now, he will bring his charm, athleticism, and showmanship to the fast-paced world of NASCAR. Strowman has […]
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Family Fun at the Sacramento County Fair
The Sacramento County Fair returns for Memorial Day weekend! Visit Cal Expo May 25-29 for fun, food and a full line-up of entertainment for the whole family. The 2023 fair theme is “Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow.” Must-see attractions and events include Monster Truck Mayhem, Stars and Stripes Rodeo, tractor pulls, All Alaskan Racing Pigs, Brad’s World […]
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Elverta’s Gina Miles Wins “The Voice” Season 23 Crown
In a thrilling conclusion on Tuesday night, Elverta’s Gina Miles emerged as the triumphant winner of the 23rd season of the popular singing competition, NBC’s “The Voice”. The victory not only crowned Miles but also marked a significant milestone for coach Niall Horan, who celebrated his inaugural win on the show. As the host, Carson […]
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Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Members Approve Salary Increase and Car Allowance Boost
In a meeting held on Tuesday, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted in favor of raising their annual salaries to $173,398, effective next month. The decision to increase their pay came after a consultant and county staff pointed out that the current annual base pay of $127,159 fell below the median for comparable counties […]
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Twin Rivers Unified Breaks Ground on New Northlake TK-8 School
Twin Rivers Unified School District (TRUSD) celebrated a significant milestone as they broke ground on the Northlake TK-8 School, located in the North Natomas area of Sacramento. The special groundbreaking ceremony, held on May 23, 2023, marked the beginning of construction for the state-of-the-art facility, which is set to open its doors to over 1,000 […]
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North Highlands Driver Arrested After Deadly Collision Kills 7
A tragic collision on Interstate 5 in western Oregon has resulted in the arrest of the driver of a semi-truck. The driver is facing charges of manslaughter, driving under the influence (DUI), and other offenses, according to authorities. The devastating incident occurred when a semi-truck collided with a passenger van, causing the deaths of seven […]
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Salmon Fishing Season Closed by Cal Fish & Wildlife
The California Fish and Game Commission unanimously approved emergency measures on May 17, 2023, to safeguard California’s ocean fishery. The regulations include a complete closure of the recreational salmon fishing season in the Klamath River Basin and Central Valley rivers. In addition, the Commission voted to close recreational salmon fisheries in the Smith River and […]
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Mike Joy will Race Historic Trans Am at Toyota/SaveMart 350
Legendary NASCAR on FOX Broadcaster Mike Joy will be racing in the Historic Trans Am Series during NASCAR weekend in Sonoma alongside his son Scott. Equally as comfortable in the driver’s seat as the broadcast booth, Joy will go from behind the wheel on Saturday to in front of the camera on Sunday June 11 […]
