Sacramento County has received thousands of comments and suggestions on how to improve the North Watt Avenue Corridor and is seeking more feedback before the end of August. This spring, the Re-Imagine North Watt Corridor project began inviting the public to submit their visions for the corridor’s improvement. The main goals of the project are […]
Impacting Nearby Rio Linda and Elverta Villages The massive Placer County master plan “Placer Vineyards” has started to rise from the ground, marking a significant development milestone that is set to impact nearby communities, including Rio Linda and the Elverta Villages project. Homebuilder Lennar Corp. has begun the senior housing community Heritage Placer Vineyards with […]
No Impact on Rio Linda Location Rite Aid has continued its trend of announcing more store closures as part of its ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. On Monday, the company disclosed in a bankruptcy filing the impending closure of 10 more stores, all of which are located in Ohio and Michigan. This latest announcement brings the total […]
National Night Out returns to Rio Linda/Elverta on August 6. National Night Out, the annual collection of community gatherings hosted by law enforcement agencies, is returning to towns across Sacramento County on Aug. 6. This 41st annual community-building campaign traditionally starts on the first Tuesday of August across thousands of communities across the U.S. and […]
It’s July 11th, which means it’s time for a Slurpee! This Thursday, July 11th, is not just a day for enjoying the beloved annual Slurpee Day at 7-Eleven; it’s also the convenience retailer’s 97th birthday. Fans can visit any participating 7-Eleven store to grab a free small Slurpee drink in limited-time flavors or classics like […]
While fireworks and holiday events are great for humans, the loud noises can be frightening for pets who may flee or run away. In order to quickly reunite scared, stray animals with their owners, Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is waiving owner redemption fees through July 15, 2024, except for animals in any ongoing investigation, […]
Sacramento County wants to remind residents to add safety measures to their Independence Day activities to ensure that these celebrations remain fun. Whether your holiday fun includes outdoor time at a park, swimming, grilling or fireworks, here are a few tips to ensure you, your family members and neighbors have a safe and happy holiday. […]
As we enter the month of July, and this purgatorial hot and dry weather pattern, I had occasion to talk briefly with Metro Fire Director Cinthia Saylors about some of the issues relevant to the Rio Linda/Elverta community. Metro Fire District 1 Director Cinthia Saylors This wildfire season has gotten off to a prolific start, […]
Here’s something we rarely see in the North Highlands/Antelope area lately; a new ground-up apartment complex project. The New Green Apartments at Larchmont Village will feature 172 units in three-story buildings located just south of the Food Maxx shopping center, at the intersection of Watt Avenue and Larchmont Drive in North Highlands. The application highlights […]
Keep Pets Calm During 4th of July Fireworks: Bradshaw Animal Shelter Seeks Public Help Sacramento County’s Bradshaw Animal Shelter is reaching out to the public for assistance in keeping shelter pets calm during the upcoming 4th of July fireworks. The loud noises from fireworks can cause significant distress to animals both inside and outside the […]
