Art Center to Feature Ceramics by Artist Kelly Graves

The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will present “All Your Friends Are Here,” a ceramics collection by art instructor Kelly Graves June 6 to 27. The exhibition opens with a First Saturday Public Reception from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 6. Read More »

School District Names 11 Employees of the Year

The Elk Grove Unified School District proudly recognizes its 2025-2026 Employees of the Year: 11 outstanding staff members whose commitment, leadership and service continue to make a lasting difference for students, families and colleagues across the district. Read More »

Rivas Selected to Lead City’s Human Resources

Elk Grove City Manager Jason Behrmann has announced the hiring of Rosemary Rivas, the city’s new Human Resources Director. Read More »

Police Investigate Fatal Pedestrian Collision on Florin Road

On May 22, at approximately 2:35 a.m., Sacramento Communications Center (SCC) broadcasted a vehicle versus pedestrian collision on eastbound Florin Road, west of Florin Perkins Road. Read More »

Local ‘Blue Star Museums’ Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel and Families

Eight Sacramento-area museums are participating in Blue Star Museums to offer free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Armed Forces Day on May 16 through Labor Day on Sept. 7, 2026. Read More »

Local Grower Shares Expert Tips for Home Gardens

This cover story appeared in the Spring 2026 Home and Garden section, included in the May 22 Elk Grove Citizen, East Sacramento News, Land Park News and Pocket News. Read More »

O’Con Is New Planning Commission Chair

At its May 7 meeting, the Planning Commission appointed Oscar O’Con as chair and Varinder Singh as vice chair following a nearly four-month break in meetings. Read More »

County Adopts E-Bike Ordinance to Protect Parks, Recreation Facilities

At its Tuesday, May 12 meeting, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a set of ordinance changes recommended by Sacramento County Regional Parks designed to better protect park users, park and recreation facilities and natural areas from the growing impacts of Class 3 e-bikes, e-motorcycles, dirtbikes, quads and unauthorized trail building. Read More »

Mixer Celebrates a Night to Give Back

Local nonprofit organizations and community advocates were recognized in April during “A Night to Celebrate Those Who Give Back,” an event hosted by Life & Libations at Raw Sushi Bar and Lounge, 8280 Elk Grove Blvd. Read More »

Council Approves Business Camera Usage, ADA Compliance Programs

The City Council unanimously approved resolutions at its May 13 meeting adopting the integration of business surveillance cameras into the city Police Department’s camera system, along with a new funding program for businesses wishing to provide additional coverage, and a new program providing funding to help small businesses upgrade and meet American With Disabilities Act access requirements. Read More »

Zachariah Wooden’s Campaign for Affordability

Republican candidate Zachariah Wooden said his 2026 campaign for California’s Congressional District 7 is driven by his firsthand experience with the state’s rising cost of living and a desire to bring what he called a “fresher perspective” to Washington ahead of the June 2 primary election. Read More »

District Graduation Ceremony Schedule Highlighted

With the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year quickly approaching, graduation season is once again in full swing. Read More »

City Announces Trail Closures though June 12

Weekday trail maintenance is under way at various locations throughout the city through June 12. This work is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and includes repairs, crack sealing and seal coating to improve long-term trail conditions. Read More »

Police Encourage Bicycle Safety

May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the Elk Grove Police Department is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe. Read More »

Delta Counties Coalition Responds to Newsom’s Remarks at Association of California Water Agencies Conference

The Delta Counties Coalition issued the following statement in response to remarks made May 7 by Gavin Newsom at the Association of California Water Agencies conference. Read More »

Sacramento Region Celebrates Signing of Water Forum 2050 Agreement

Landmark regional agreement advances water reliability and protection of the Lower American River in a changing climate Read More »

Murillo Sixth Addition to Men’s Soccer Roster

Sacramento State head men's soccer coach Michael Linenberger added a sixth commitment for the 2026 campaign, welcoming local product James Murillo to the roster in time for the upcoming campaign. Read More »

Helix Electric Joins $390 Million Sacramento Airport Project

Helix Electric brings construction partnership expertise to airport infrastructure project opening in 2026 Read More »

State Water Project Allocation Increases Heading Into Summer

May 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced an increase to the State Water Project (SWP) allocation for 2026. Read More »

Weiss Takes Home Senior Championship

The Sacramento Golf Council hosted the 53rd Sacramento County Men’s Senior, Super Senior and Legends Championships at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course, Carmichael May 5-6. Read More »

Remote Accessible Voting Available in Sacramento County

Voters can request and receive access to the Remote Accessible Vote by Mail (RAVBM) system. Read More »

UC Davis Men's Golf Trio Earns All-Big West Recognition

Three UC Davis men's golfers earned 2025-26 All-Big West recognition, the conference announced May 12. Sophomore Lequan Wang was named to the All-Big West Second Team, while juniors Curtis Da Silva and Ryan Firpo each received Honorable Mention. Read More »

Beavers Run Out of Gas, Fall to Feather River

The 2026 season has come to a close as the American River College baseball team lost in the regional championship game to Feather River 19-8 on May 3 in Quincy. Read More »

You’ve Voted! What’s Next?

oters can use the My Voter Portal (MVP) to ​check the status of their voted ballot.​ Read More »

Senior Fair Offers Health, Help and Fun

The 12th annual Senior Health and Resource Fair will return Saturday, June 20, at the Wyndham Sacramento Northeast Hotel, offering older adults and caregivers access to health information, community services and live entertainment. Read More »

California State Railroad Museum & Foundation Celebrate Members of the Armed Forces with Free Excursion Train Rides on Armed Forces Day, May 16

The California State Railroad Museum & Foundation are celebrating members of the U.S. Armed Forces (current and former) with free excursion train rides on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16. Read More »

Bringing International Debate to Local Campuses

A student-led effort to expand opportunities for youth to debate international issues and strengthen their public speaking skills is gaining momentum across high school campuses in Elk Grove. Read More »

‘Paint the Grove’ Festival Starts New Chapter for Arts

Paint the Grove, the City of Elk Grove’s inaugural mural festival presented in partnership with nationally acclaimed mural curators Talking Walls, is designed to celebrate public art as a driver of placemaking, economic development and cultural vitality. Read More »

Cast Your Vote

Voting Centers and Hours Highlighted Read More »

Spring Palooza Poster Winners Honored

Two high school students were recognized during the May 5 Elk Grove Unified School District board meeting for winning the Elk Grove Spring Palooza poster contest themed “Bee A Pollinator.” Read More »

Chamber Cuts Ribbon for Cattlemens Ranch Steakhouse

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting ceremony May 6 to welcome the new Cattlemens Ranch Steakhouse location to the local business community. Read More »

Ralph Nwobi Pitches Common Sense

Congressional Candidate Campaigns Affordability, Stability and Reform Read More »