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Beaver Fever Hits Elverta – Buc-ee’s Eyes Elverta for Expansion

Beaver Fever Hits Elverta – Buc-ee’s Eyes Elverta for Expansion

ELVERTA, CA – Hold onto your cowboy hats, Rio Linda and Elverta! The whispers have turned into a roar, a tantalizing promise of beaver-themed bliss! Yes, that’s right, the legendary, the colossal, the undeniably Texan cultural institution known as Buc-ee’s has announced its plans to grace our humble corner of California with its presence. Now, […]

Rio Linda Mourns Loss of Marysville Officer Osmar Rodarte (RLHS ’16)

Rio Linda Mourns Loss of Marysville Officer Osmar Rodarte (RLHS ’16)

Officer Rodarte via Marysville PD OLIVEHURST, Calif. — The Rio Linda community is grieving the tragic loss of Osmar Rodarte, a 2016 graduate of Rio Linda High School, who was killed in the line of duty while serving as a Marysville Police Department officer. Officer Rodarte, a two-year veteran of the Marysville Police Department and […]

SMUD Proposes Rate Changes: Public Workshops & Hearing Scheduled

SMUD Proposes Rate Changes: Public Workshops & Hearing Scheduled

Rio Linda residents who are SMUD customers should take note: SMUD is proposing rate changes to enhance reliability, safety, and renewable energy benefits for our community. SMUD’s Board of Directors will hold two public workshops and a public hearing to discuss these proposed changes, as outlined in the “Chief Executive Officer & General Manager’s Reports […]

Photos from the 2025 Rio Linda Little League Parade

Photos from the 2025 Rio Linda Little League Parade

John Todd Born and raised in Rio Linda, a graduate of Rio Linda High School, and a resident for most of the last 50 years. Co-Chair for the Rio Linda Elverta Neighborhood Association, announcer for Rio Linda Knights Football, Rio Linda Christmas Light Parade, and Rio Linda Little League Parade, Original keeper of the Archway […]

Southwest Airlines Ends “Bags Fly Free” Era

Southwest Airlines Ends “Bags Fly Free” Era

Major Changes Coming to Southwest, Including New Bag Fees and Basic Economy Rio Linda travelers, get ready for some big changes at Southwest Airlines. The airline, famous for its “bags fly free” policy, is now set to charge for checked luggage, a move that signals a significant shift in its long-standing customer-friendly approach.   Here’s […]

Rio Linda Resident Found Murdered, Body Buried on U Street Property

Rio Linda Resident Found Murdered, Body Buried on U Street Property

Girlfriend Arrested, Search Continues for Accomplice Sofia Fermin Rio Linda, CA – March 3, 2025 – A chilling investigation has concluded with the discovery of the body of Matthew Clark, 47, in a shallow grave on a property located on the 100 block of U Street in Rio Linda. His girlfriend, Sofia Fermin, 38, has […]

Knights’ Sports Blitz: This Week (March 3rd – 8th)

Knights’ Sports Blitz: This Week (March 3rd – 8th)

Hey Rio Linda! Get ready for a packed week of thrilling Knights action! Monday, March 3rd: Tuesday, March 4th: Big Night for Lady Knights! Wednesday, March 5th: Thursday, March 6th: Friday, March 7th: Saturday, March 8th: Get Your Tickets and Gear! Let’s pack the stands and cheer our Knights on to victory! Go Knights! (Thanks […]

Metro Fire Knocks Down Elkhorn Blvd Structure Fire

Metro Fire Knocks Down Elkhorn Blvd Structure Fire

Cover photo via Tonia Silva Sacramento County Metro Fire crews tackled a multi-structure fire in Rio Linda Monday evening at 509 Elkhorn Blvd., with multiple modular homes burning near Elkhorn Boulevard and Sixth Street. The fire, reported at 7:08 p.m., produced heavy smoke and flames, drawing the attention of local residents. Firefighters were able to […]

Exploring Incorporation: Is it the Right Move for Rio Linda/Elverta?

Exploring Incorporation: Is it the Right Move for Rio Linda/Elverta?

The topic of incorporation has surfaced once again in Rio Linda/Elverta, with residents and community leaders weighing the potential benefits and drawbacks of becoming a city. As discussions continue, it’s important to examine the facts and consider how incorporation could impact the future of this growing region. On February 24th, 2025, the Rio Linda Elverta […]

Coach Mike Alberghini memorial set for Saturday, March 22

Coach Mike Alberghini memorial set for Saturday, March 22

The Sacramento community mourns the loss of Coach Mike Alberghini, a legendary figure at Grant Union High School, who passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 78. Known affectionately as “Coach Al,” Alberghini dedicated over five decades to the school, profoundly impacting both its athletic programs and the lives of countless students. […]

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