Sacramento County Bulletin Board

City to kickoff construction on new multi-use path along American River

The City of Sacramento will soon begin construction on a new multi-use path, furthering efforts to create a continuous, accessible river-trail network. The Two Rivers Trail Phase 2 project will cr...

Golden 1 Center Serves as Major Economic Driver in Greater Sacramento, Providing $665 Million Annually

Golden 1 Center, home to the NBA's Sacramento Kings and a community hub for major events, concerts and shows, continues to stand as a powerhouse contributor to the economic vitality of the Greater...

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Feb. 26-March 3

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Feb. 26-March 3, the City of Sacramento received 655 calls t...

City invites artists to showcase off-hour creations in upcoming exhibit

The City of Sacramento is inviting artists to submit their artwork for consideration to be featured in an upcoming exhibit focused on caregivers, parents, and guardians who engage in artistic purs...

Startup Elk Grove

engagED voices feature key initiatives in the region to educate community members about the developments and critical work underway in our region. For this month’s feature, we talked with the City...

Sacramento City Hall exhibit showcases Oak Park students’ lived experiences

The Center for Sacramento History has partnered with students from American Legion High School to curate an exhibit at Sacramento City Hall, spotlighting their personal stories. The exhibit, title...

City approves $5 million to continue housing stability programs near Aggie Square campus

The Sacramento City Council this week approved $5 million from UC Davis to further implement housing stability programs for eligible households surrounding the UC Davis Aggie Square campus. The ne...

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Feb. 19-25

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Feb. 19-25, the City of Sacramento received 745 calls to 311...

Unlocking Potential

Kristy Venrick-Mardon brings bunnies and goats from Only Sunshine Sanctuary, her Elverta animal rescue, to interact with students at Meristem. But it’s not just playtime.

Best Kept Secret

Want to know a secret? Sacramento’s best bargain is not Costco’s hotdog lunch or thrift store discards. It’s the Fair Oaks Horticulture Center, tucked into the back of Fair Oaks Park on a 1-acre s...

Budget Busters

The City Council is in a bind. It must pass a balanced budget in June. Revenues are not keeping up with expenses, though our tax rate is the highest in the region. The council faces a $50 million ...

Amateur Hour

There’s something wonderful and worrisome about a political novice running for mayor. A rookie brings fresh ideas and perspectives. Trouble is, what happens if the rookie wins?

Self-Inflected

Last year, a report from the California Association of Realtors told a disturbing story. Just 15% of California households can afford to buy a house.

Cover Artist Patrick Cosgrove

Inside Land Park/Grid March 2024

Advisory Void

Front Street Animal Shelter killed 1,132 animals in 2023. This year, more than 150 dogs and cats have lost their lives.

Cover Artist Linda Louie

Inside Pocket March 2024

Cover Artist Bud Gordon

Inside East Sac March 2024

City activates weather-respite center Feb. 29-March 4

With the National Weather Service forecasting a period of cold and wet weather, the City of Sacramento is activating weather-respite operations at its Outreach and Engagement Center (3615 Auburn B...

New general plan puts Sacramento at the forefront for housing-friendly policies

The Sacramento City Council adopted a 2040 general plan that includes policies to encourage housing construction near transit and in existing neighborhoods and reduce dependence on cars. The new g...

Cover Artist Bud Gordon

Inside Arden March 2024

Pocket Life March 2024

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Artistic Reset

Last time I spoke to the painter Patris, it was May 2020, a few months into lockdown.

Star Struck

You’re working at Sacramento Theatre Company during tough times. Live theater audiences are declining. Budgets are tight. You wonder what the future holds.

Magnificent Mansion

A decade ago, Ryan Heater set his sights on a historic circa 1900 home in Boulevard Park that he now calls home. The magnificent mansion was lovingly preserved by earlier owners.

Rule Breakers

Nothing good can be said about the decision that allowed several temporary chain-link fences and gates to sprawl across the Sacramento River levee in Pocket.

Dignified Ending

Early last year, I needed hospice care for the end of my husband’s long life. I asked Jim’s doctor for YoloCares hospice. He said it was a good choice. He heard good reviews about YoloCares, espec...

Warm & Welcoming

Basha Taste of Jerusalem is a vibrant example of Palestinian cuisine. Marrying flavors of the Middle East and Mediterranean, the Fulton Avenue restaurant delivers punchy spices and expert cooking ...

Listen Up

Some of my most rewarding years in chaplain work were spent as chaplain for women and children at Sutter Medical Center from 2002 to 2008.

Hazel’s Story

There must be something we can do for Hazel Jackson. Her bravery brought a reckoning that inspires today.

What To Plant In March

Crowded House

While attention is focused on mayoral and City Council races, there’s another bruising election battle underway in town, this one is for state Assembly.

Congratulations

Nugget Markets, with a location in the heart of El Dorado Hills has received the distinguished honor of being named one of the Best Independent Grocers of 2024 by Progressive Grocer. 

Sacramento Bee makes massive error in article about City’s homelessness expenditures

The Sacramento Bee on Feb. 24 published an article that erroneously inflated the City’s homelessness expenditures by nearly $50 million. The article centered on a preliminary report released by th...

City of Sacramento seeks public’s input on upcoming budget challenges

The City of Sacramento is developing its budget for fiscal year 2024/25 and is seeking the public’s input through upcoming community meetings and an online survey.  The City is facing significant ...

Birthday

Folsom’s Shigeru Ochi hits 100-year milestone.

City’s 20-year plan set to make bold moves in housing, equity and sustainability

After extensive outreach, over 60 community engagement opportunities and input from over 4,000 participants on the project, the City’s plan for the next 20 years will be presented to City Council ...

See how Sacramento youth are getting paid to help the planet

Leilani Koroiveti, 27, spent years working odd jobs without finding a clear direction until she heard about a new job training program administered by the City of Sacramento. Today she has discove...

Now hiring: City’s Aquatics Division recruiting for seasonal positions

After seeing more than 100,000 drop-in visits to City pools in 2023, the City of Sacramento’s Aquatics Division is now hiring for another busy summer season. The Department of Youth, Parks & Commu...

Data Report: How the City responded to homelessness Feb. 12-18

The City of Sacramento has released its weekly progress report for the City’s Incident Management Team responding to homelessness. From Feb. 12-18, the City of Sacramento received 662 calls to 311...

Understanding USDA Plant Hardiness Zones

The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is the standard by which gardeners and growers can determine which perennial plants are most likely to thrive at a location, based on the average annual extreme m...