SACRAMENTO, Calif. – A two-year criminal investigation by the California Highway Patrol, Valley Division Investigative Services Unit, culminated yesterday in the arrests of five employees from Sacramento County-based Davis Tow Incorporated (Davis Tow), which included the owners. The investigation revealed Davis Tow developed business practices that involved the illegal towing of vehicles from commercial properties […]
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SacBee: Was anyone arrested for 1974 murder of girl who disappeared from her Rio Linda bus stop?
Q: I would like to know the outcome of the kidnapping and murder of Stephine Black in October 1974 from her bus stop. Were the killers found and convicted? EVA PARKER, SACRAMENTO A: Stephine Black’s badly decomposed body was found in a Placer County rice field 18 days after she disappeared from her Rio Linda […]
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28th Annual Creek Week Schedule of Events
It’s Time to Spotlight Community Creeks 28th Annual Creek Week: EARTH, WATER, SKY – CREEKS! Sacramento— Mark your calendars! Friday, April 6th to Saturday, April 14th, 2018 for the 28th annual Creek Week. Don’t miss out! There is always something for everyone during Creek Week! Make plans to participate in one or more of the many […]
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Suspected gold bar thief pleads not guilty
One of the two men suspected of stealing a centuries-old gold bar from the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in August 2010 pleaded not guilty on Friday at the Key West federal courthouse on Simonton Street. Richard Steven Johnson, 41, of Rio Linda, California made his first appearance in federal court last week in Key West […]
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Creek Week 2018 is Just Around the Corner
Creek Week 2018 is around the corner. Join Sacramento County in a countywide effort to clean-up and beautify our creeks, April 6-14. Throughout the week all ages will have the opportunity to appreciate, explore, learn and work to protect our local creeks and aquatic life. There will be plenty of fun and educational activities for the […]
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Opinion: Don’t impose water tax
This morning, Rio Linda Elverta Community Water District General Manager Tim Shaw published an opinion article at SacBee.com: Safe and affordable drinking water is essential for all Californians, including those who live in the Rio Linda Elverta Community Water District in Sacramento County. The district has responded aggressively to hexavalent chromium in a small number […]
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Rio Linda Lions Show Dedication to Local Students
The Rio Linda Lions show dedication to our local students by hosting a 3rd Grade Reading Challenge and High School Scholarships. Third Grade Reading Challenge – We are in the full swing of the 3rd Grade Reading Challenge. Third grade is often considered the moment in a student’s life when they make the transition from […]
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Mar Val Plaza has SOLD. What’s Next?
After many, many years of sitting vacant, and being a drag on our community’s economy and memory, Mar Val Plaza has finally sold and will soon be once again open for new business. The sale recorded on March 1st. I spoke by phone today to the new owner, Steve Tresner. Workmen are already in the […]
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Rio Linda Bridge Replacement and Main Avenue Realignment Project
There have been many questions about the Main Avenue bridge replacement project. I’ve gathered this information from the City of Sacramento planning website for the information of our community. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The Rio Linda Boulevard Bridge Replacement and Main Avenue Realignment Project is located near the intersection of Rio Linda Boulevard and Main Avenue. The […]
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Sue Frost: A Working Approach to Homelessness
By Sacramento County Supervisor Sue Frost Helping those caught in homelessness is an act of compassion — part of our duty as human beings. But handing out free stuff doesn’t really solve the problem or provide a path out of homelessness — but a job might. Homelessness is increasing in Rio Linda/Elverta every year, and […]
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Lunch Bunch scheduled for Thursday March 1st
The next scheduled meeting for the Lunch Bunch is slated for Thursday March 1st, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at Pancake Palace, 6225 Watt Ave. in North Highlands. Guest Speaker will be Trisha Lindvall from SMUD All are welcome! Bring your flyers, publications, business cards and information to pass along to the others. You never know who will be there but it […]
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Obituary: Stella Triebess
Born on January 30th, 1928, entered into rest on February 14, 2018. Survived by her loving children Doug, Carey, Kirk, Tina, Beth, Dawn and Carol Ann. She is also survived by her 18 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren. Viewing will be held on March 1st, 2018 at 4:00 pm with services the next day on March 2nd, 2018 at […]
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February 20, 1986, Rio Linda’s 1986 Floods
In February 1986, one of the greatest and most widespread floods on record devastated California and Nevada with phenomenal amounts of precipitation. On February 11, 1986, a vigorous low-pressure system drifted east out of the Pacific. The slow-moving storm meandered south where it tapped into warm moist air from the tropics. Suddenly it was laden […]
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Two Arrested for Elverta Homicide
This week, the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department said two men have been arrested for the murder of Jeffrey Turner in November. 24 year old Sacramento resident Julius Hargrove was arrested in Las Vegas and booked into the Sacramento County Jail last week. 47 year old Frank McCormick of Elverta was arrested on Saturday. Both men are […]
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Dos Coyotes Border Cafe coming to Natomas
Plans to bring a fresh dose of Santa Fe-style food to Natomas are currently underway, with owner Trevor Sanders and the Coyote R15 group bringing the Davis-based Dos Coyotes Border Cafe to a new location on Del Paso Road. The local chain is known for its southwestern food, “humongous salads,” and seasonal farm-to-fork specials. The […]
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Sacramento County Acquires New Voting Technology
Beginning with the June 2018 Primary Election, Sacramento County will be one of five counties in California to implement the Voter’s Choice Act (VCA). Voters will notice many positive changes this year, including new voting technology. After a comprehensive selection process, the Sacramento County Department of Voter Registration and Elections (VRE) has chosen Dominion Voting Systems as a voting […]
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Contract Awarded for Gaps in Homeless Services
The Board of Supervisors yesterday authorized the County Department of Human Assistance (DHA) to enter into an agreement with Wind Youth Services (WYS) for $380,000 for rehousing and supportive services for youth who are homeless or at risk of homelessness; and $160,000 to Sacramento Self Help Housing (SSHH) for navigation and rehousing services for unsheltered homeless populations in unincorporated areas […]
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Rio Linda Accident leaves one Dead
At about 8am this morning, a 33 year old male driver out Rio Linda was driving a gold 2001 Chevy Tahoe southbound on Rio Linda Blvd north of Marysville at a high rate of speed. The roadway curved to the left and then straightened out. He failed to safely negotiate the roadway and veered left, […]
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Rio Linda Elverta Community Water District President’s Corner #1 2018
As your new Board President, the Board and I would like to take this opportunity to wish all of you a very Happy 2018 New Year and introduce and welcome our new General Manager! Tim Shaw comes to RLECWD with a considerable amount of relevant experience in the public water agency industry. Tim has worked […]
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More than 1,400 homes approved in Elverta Specific Plan
At the Board of Supervisors meeting on January 23rd, Sacramento County supervisors approved two projects of over 1,400 homes in the Elverta area. Northborough I and II also include sites for parks, a private community center and an elementary school. The larger Northborough I is being developed by Sacramento’s River View Investments. The project will […]
