Sacramento County today proclaimed a Local State of Emergency in the wake of civil unrest within the County and the deployment of National Guard troops in the area to assist with local law enforcement agencies. The proclamation is primarily an administrative tool for the County to access state resources such as National Guard troop deployment as well […]

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and growing economic challenges, SMUD announced it will extend the suspension of disconnecting power due to non-payment for residential and commercial customers until January 4, 2021. “Our commitment to the community remains strong through tough financial times. Because of the impact that this pandemic is having on our community, […]

Say goodbye to your shaggy lockdown locks. Governor Gavin Newsom today continued to loosen the state’s coronavirus restrictions, singling out hair salons and barbershops specifically. Newsom announced that 47 of the state’s 58 counties that have qualified to move further into stage 2 of the state’s four-part plan, can reopen hair salons and barbers which have […]

The Stay-at-home order restrictions on local barbershops and salons such as the Klip Joint and Cityz Famous Barber Shop are likely to be loosened within “days,” according to Governor Gavin Newsom. Previously Newsom has maintained that barbers and salons would be allowed to reopen in stage 3 of the State’s four-stage plan for restarting the […]

Sacramento County was given the approval by California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to move further into “Stage 2” of California’s Roadmap to Modify the COVID-19 Stay-at-Home Order. The Variance Attestation approval for Sacramento County was officially posted on the CDPH website late on Wednesday, May 20. Today, as a reflection of the approved attestation document, the County […]

Earlier this week, Sacramento County Public Health had made arrangements for some health clubs, including Rio Linda Fitness, to reopen as early as Monday, May 25th. Now, citing state guidance, Sacramento County officials said today that the county no longer plans to allow small health clubs to reopen with modifications. “The Department of Health Services […]

The Rio Linda Fitness gym is planning to open on May 25th.

by Supervisor Sue Frost On May 14th, the Sacramento Transportation Authority voted to approve an expenditure plan for a local half-cent sales tax increase across Sacramento County by a vote of 11-5 that will very likely go on the ballot in November. I voted “no” for four main reasons, and want to take this opportunity […]

Elverta, CA, dusk—She was a small, shy jet black spaniel mix who had just been dumped, along with four other dogs, on a rural stretch in the outskirts of Sacramento County.  She died in a volunteer’s arms after being struck by a truck. A team of local volunteers had set up humane traps in hopes […]

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) continues to encourage essential travel only and physical distancing for all Californians.  However, those who do plan to travel should contact the county or state of their destination for information on any local restrictions or directions that may exist for those […]

Sacramento County’s restaurants can reopen with seated dining for Memorial Day weekend, the county’s health director announced Tuesday. The county is ready to loosen more of its coronavirus-related restrictions, including those on dine-in services, shopping inside stores and small, socially-distanced gatherings, per a recent vote from the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. On Tuesday, the […]

Sacramento County has been given the go-ahead to move further into Stage 2 of California’s Resilience Roadmap. Businesses that are allowed to resume operations may do so upon the amendment of Sacramento County’s Public Health Order, which will happen on or before May 22. Sacramento County made the case, through a written attestation to the California Department […]

SMUD found a new ally in its fire risk reduction efforts – goats. For the first time, SMUD has contracted with a company to supply nearly 400 goats that are quickly and efficiently reducing vegetation along its transmission line corridors in Sacramento County. “These goats provide us with a safe and environmentally sustainable service, while […]

State regulators propose emergency powers to shut down bars and restaurants that defy public health orders banning dine-in services during the coronavirus pandemic.  By Elizabeth Castillo, Reprinted with permission from CalMatters.org California bars are on a highball hijinx alert. The Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is proposing emergency powers to shut down bars and restaurants if they […]

Due to continued interest in the Valley Rail Sacramento Extension Project and unusual circumstances related to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) has made a decision to extend the public review period for the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Valley Rail Sacramento Extension Project by an additional 21 […]

Though the state is taking flak from an array of aggrieved Californians, there is a common denominator for most of these lawsuits: Her name is Harmeet Dhillon. Reprinted with permission from CalMatters.org Alongside the beach-goers denied, the indignant gun shop owners and the house-bound pastors, Gov. Gavin Newsom now has yet another ticked off challenger […]

​​Currently, the County has more than 11,000 uncashed checks, totaling more than $3.2 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. The […]

This is a reminder that today, Monday, May 11, 2020, the third of three virtual open houses for the Valley Rail Sacramento Extension Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) will take place at 6:00 p.m. Please click here to join the open house at 6:00 p.m. (When prompted, select “Watch on the Web”) Virtual open houses will […]