Get ready, car enthusiasts! The 2nd Annual New Life Church Car Show is set to take over the church parking lot this Saturday, June 14th, at 2037 Elkhorn Blvd. The event, running from 9 AM to 3 PM, promises a fantastic day for the whole family, with proceeds benefiting children, youth, men’s, and women’s ministries. […]
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Rio Linda/Elverta Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Honorary Mayor’s Race
Rio Linda, CA – June 10, 2025 – The Rio Linda/Elverta Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 Honorary Mayor’s Race, a fun and friendly competition designed to bring our community together while raising valuable funds for local nonprofit organizations. This unique event offers a fantastic opportunity to support vital […]
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Celebrate Family Health & Fitness Day This Saturday at Your Regional Parks
Rio Linda, CA – Get ready to move and have some fun! Sacramento County Regional Parks is excited to celebrate Family Health & Fitness Day this Saturday, June 14th, with a fantastic lineup of free, family-friendly events right here in the Rio Linda Elverta community! This national initiative highlights the vital role parks and recreation […]
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Latest Round of Rite Aid Closures Hit Sacramento Area Amidst Bankruptcy
Rio Linda Online News – More than 200 Rite Aid stores nationwide have been slated for closure as the retail pharmacy chain navigates its ongoing bankruptcy proceedings, with several locations in the Sacramento area directly impacted. These recent filings mark the fifth and sixth rounds of closures, affecting over 230 Rite Aid pharmacies across 14 […]
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Tesla Opens Massive New Site at McClellan Park
Tesla Inc. has quietly opened a massive collision center at McClellan Park. Located in an existing 140,000-square-foot building at 3650 Dudley Blvd., this is the first tenant for the facility. The site is already bustling with preowned car sales flags and a string of superchargers. Tesla also has plans for a rental location at the […]
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Rodriguez Delivers Major Funding to Rio Linda/Elverta Nonprofits
Rio Linda, CA – Supervisor Rosario Rodriguez is making a major investment in the heart of our community, announcing today that nearly 25% of her annual nonprofit funding allocation will go directly to organizations serving Rio Linda and Elverta. This significant commitment is particularly impactful given that our area comprises just 7% of her supervisorial […]
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Egg Recall Alert: Check Your Cartons, Rio Linda!
August Egg Company of Hilmar, CA, has issued a massive recall of approximately 1.7 million dozen brown cage-free and brown certified organic eggs due to potential Salmonella contamination. This is especially important for Rio Linda residents to know, as these eggs were distributed to several local grocery stores, including Raley’s and Food 4 Less. Salmonella […]
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North Highlands Woman Busted with 2,500 Pounds of Pot in Siskiyou County
SISKIYOU COUNTY, Cal. – A North Highlands woman is in deep trouble after Siskiyou County deputies allegedly found a massive amount of illegal marijuana in her vehicle. Felicia Maria Aviles, 49, was arrested last Thursday, facing multiple drug-related charges after deputies seized an estimated 2,500 pounds of pot. Authorities stated that Aviles had no legal […]
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Congratulations to the Rio Linda High School Class of 2025!
With immense pride, Rio Linda Online is thrilled to publish the official list of graduates for Rio Linda High School, Class of 2025. As our seniors prepare to cross the stage and receive their diplomas tonight, this list stands as a testament to their incredible dedication, perseverance, and growth throughout their time at Rio Linda […]
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Wrong-Way Crash Claims Plumas Lake Man’s Life on Rio Linda Boulevard
Rio Linda, CA – A devastating wrong-way collision rocked Rio Linda Saturday night, resulting in the death of a Plumas Lake man and prompting a temporary closure of a significant stretch of Rio Linda Boulevard. David Bryant Estis, 47, has been identified by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office as the driver who was killed in […]
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Huge Housing Project Just North of Natomas Will Bring Big Changes to Rio Linda’s Doorstep
A significant housing project known as Grandpark Southwest is moving forward with its environmental review, a development that could have a notable impact on our community here in Rio Linda. The 1,871-acre Grandpark Southwest project, located immediately north of North Natomas and south of the Sutter County line, is in the initial stages of its […]
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Rio Linda Business Watch Meeting Scheduled for June 10th
Mark your calendars, Rio Linda businesses! The next Rio Linda Business Watch Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 10th, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., and it’s an important one. This vital meeting will be held at our local Rio Java Coffee House, located at 956 Oak Lane, Rio Linda, CA 95673. This is a unique opportunity […]
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More Local Rite Aid Closures Announced
Rite Aid, the embattled pharmacy chain, this week announced plans to close an additional 151 stores. This follows an earlier announcement this month of 163 closures nationwide. These moves come as Rite Aid navigates its latest bankruptcy filing, aiming for a “strategic and value-maximizing sale process for substantially all of its assets.” While many of […]
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Margaret Evonne Posehn: A Dedicated Historian of Rio Linda
North Highlands, California – It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Margaret Evonne (Radley) Posehn, who died on May 15th, 2025, at her home after a courageous 23-month battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Margaret, a beloved figure known for her extensive research and published works on Rio Linda history, was 86 […]
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A Community Overlooked: The Enduring Struggle of Rio Linda Against Sacramento County
For decades, the semi-rural community of Rio Linda, California, located just north of Sacramento, has grappled with a pervasive sense of neglect and perceived discrimination from Sacramento County and its various departments and political leadership. While the term “discrimination” can encompass various forms, the concerns raised by Rio Linda residents often center on a disparity […]
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Rio Linda Gearing Up for a Packed Saturday of Baseball, Food, and Community Spirit!
RIO LINDA, CA – Mark your calendars for this Saturday, May 17, 2025, as Rio Linda hosts a full day of community events! From celebrating the end of the Little League season with a fun-filled evening at the park to enjoying a delicious Fish Fry and participating in a solemn Flag Retirement Ceremony at the […]
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Mark Your Calendars: Busy Day at Rio Linda American Legion This Saturday!
Rio Linda, CA – Get ready for a fulfilling Saturday, May 17th, as the American Legion Post #521 at 6700 8th Street hosts two community events: a delicious Fish Fry followed by a solemn U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony. Start with a Feast: Annual Fish Fry Kicking off the afternoon, the Sons of the Rio Linda […]
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Share Your Voice on Rio Linda Online!
Here at Rio Linda Online, your trusted source for local news, we believe our community’s strength lies in the diverse voices and perspectives of its residents. We’re committed to fostering a vibrant online space where you can share your thoughts, opinions, and ideas about the issues that matter most to Rio Linda and our surrounding […]
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Rio Linda High Softball Clinches Playoff Spot!
Get ready to cheer! The Rio Linda High School Varsity Softball team has officially entered the Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV Playoffs! Our Knights, holding the #9 seed, will travel to face the #8 seed River Valley Falcons in their first playoff matchup. Game Details: A victory on Wednesday will advance the team to the next […]
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Valedictorian & Star Athlete Madison Supplee Advances to Section Track Trials
RIO LINDA, CA – Rio Linda High School standout Madison Supplee continues to impress both on the field and in the classroom. Fresh off being named the Class of 2025 Valedictorian, Supplee has earned a spot at the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV-V Track & Field Championship Trials after a fantastic 3rd place finish in […]
