The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted today to adopt an ordinance establishing Juneteenth as a County holiday, celebrated on June 19. This ordinance was introduced on Oct. 25, 2022. On June 19, 1865, federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. This […]
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All Nations Native Craft Fair coming December 10
Native American artisans from California and their unique and handcrafted items are just a few of the attractions at Saturday’s All Nations Native Craft Fair in Twin Rivers Unified School District. This cultural event will also feature Otsigeya, an award-winning Cherokee women’s drum group, Native dancers, and cultural foods. WHO: Twin Rivers Unified’s Native […]
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Twin Rivers Superintendent Friday Update 12/02/2022
December 2nd, 2022 To Staff and the Twin Rivers School Community, In the world of education, we often find ourselves in discussions about academics. Reading, phonics, mathematics, science skills, composition and research are topics that teachers, administrators, and support staff discuss in depth and with great frequency. We also discuss the importance of developing the […]
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Round 2 Small Business and Non-Profit Grant Now Open
Round 2 of the Sacramento County Small Business & Nonprofit Grant Program is now open. Small businesses and nonprofit organizations adversely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic are invited to apply. The application is available through the sac4smallbiz.org website and will close on December 15, 2022, at 5pm. Funded with a portion of the County’s American Rescue Plan […]
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Cold Weather Response and Reminders
Due to the incoming low overnight temperatures, the Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance (DHA) has initiated outreach for Weather Respite Motel Sheltering. Check-in started Tuesday, Nov. 29. There is currently no check-out date, instead, the team will monitor the weather to determine check-out dates. This program has been well utilized and effective in past activations. […]
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Rio Linda Man Charged with Arson and Conspiracy for Fire in Woodland Bel Air Grocery
(Woodland, CA) – November 23, 2022 Today, Rio Linda resident Sean Larsen was arraigned in Yolo County Superior Court on charges of arson and conspiracy to commit theft and arson. Larsen was arrested by the Sacramento Police Department on November 19, 2022, on a warrant for suspicion of arson and theft from an incident occurring […]
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Grant Pacers to play for Section Title at Hughes Stadium
The 9-2 Grant Pacers will meet the 10-2 Christian Brothers Falcons this Friday at Hughes Stadium to decide the Sac-Joaquin Section Division 3 title.
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Fatal Collision and DUI Arrest – Dry Creek Road and Marysville Boulevard
On November 20, 2022 around 4:15 p.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to the area of Dry Creek Road and Marysville Boulevard for a report of a collision involving three vehicles. A passenger in one involved vehicle, a female adult, was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. She succumbed to her injuries […]
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Twin Rivers Superintendent Friday Update 11/18/22
November 18, 2022 To Staff and the Twin Rivers School Community, As we head into the wonderful Thanksgiving holiday, and a time that centers on gratitude and grace, I want to take a moment to share my thanks to our school community. TR Families – I am grateful to our parents and families for supporting […]
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Rio Linda Man Pleads Guilty in Massive Sacramento-Area Cocaine and Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — One defendant was sentenced and two others pleaded guilty today for their participation in a conspiracy to distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, and heroin in the Eastern District of California, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced. On June 3, 2021, a federal grand jury returned a 45-count indictment against 15 individuals for offenses related to […]
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A-1 Storage Announces Largest Parade Cash Prizes Ever
A-1 Storage, Rio Linda’s favorite storage place, is announcing today that it has signed on with the Rio Linda Elverta Christmas Light Parade to sponsor the cash prizes for the parade entry competition. This year, for the first time ever, the winner of the parade entry competition will be awarded $300. Also, for the first […]
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Board Approves $23 Million Purchase for Shelter
On Nov. 15, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the historic purchase of a $23 million piece of real estate that will ultimately serve as the county’s third and largest, to date, Safe Stay Community. The property, located at 4837 Watt Ave, is near several large encampments – both tent encampments and vehicle […]
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Election Results that Impact Sacramento County
By: Supervisor Sue Frost Since the election on November 8th, I have seen a tremendous amount of analysis from people about how it will impact things on a national level with regards to the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate. But on the state and local level, there were some issues […]
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This Week in Rio Linda High School Sports: 11/14 – 11/18
This Week in Sports: Go Knights!! – Larry Bibayoff, Athletic Director
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Twin Rivers Superintendent Friday Update 11/10/22
November 10, 2022 To Staff and the Twin Rivers School Community, You’re getting my Friday Update early because tomorrow is Veterans Day and our schoolsand offices are closed. It’s a day we honor all U.S. military veterans, and I want to take thisopportunity to let our TR veterans know we are forever grateful for their […]
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2021 Crop and Livestock Report Released
During her presentation of the 2021 Sacramento County Crop and Livestock Report at the Nov. 8 Board of Supervisors Meeting, Agriculture Commissioner, Chris Flores reported that the gross value of all agricultural products in Sacramento County was more than $568 million, up 20% from $455 million in 2020! Once again, wine grapes were the leading cash […]
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Justice Department Announces Takedown of Nationwide Catalytic Converter Theft Ring
The United States is seeking forfeiture of over $545 million in connection with this case Three of the Nine Arrests made in Rio Linda Yesterday, 11/2/2022, Federal, state, and local law enforcement from across the United States executed a nationwide, coordinated takedown of a national network of thieves, dealers, and processors for their roles in […]
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Twin Rivers Bond Measures J and K
Election day is a week away, and on Tuesday TRUSD voters are being asked to approve bond measures J and K. What are Measures J and K? Measure J calls for a $120 million bond to address facilities improvements used for middle and high school programs throughout the District, including ancillary and support facilities. Measure K calls […]
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Cherry Island Sports Complex Under New Management
If you raised kids who played soccer in the Sacramento area, you’re probably familiar with Cherry Island Sports Complex, formerly known as Cherry Island Soccer Complex; it’s a staple for youth soccer in the region. We are excited to announce that effective today, Cherry Island Sports Complex is being managed by Sacramento County Regional Parks! […]
