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 Political Consultant and Former Public Official Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Fraud, Filing a False Tax Return, and Making False Statements

Political consultant Dana Williamson, 53, of Carmichael, pleaded guilty May 14, to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud, subscribing to a false tax return, and making false statements to a federal agent, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced. 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 »

Carmichael Artist to Exhibit Paintings in Davis Art Studio Tour

When Amanda Cadelago first moved to Carmichael six years ago, she and her husband knew nothing about the town but knew they loved the house they had purchased on a quiet cul-de-sac. Read More »

The Kid Who Got Cut

Before the championships, the trophies, and the highlight reels, there was usually a quieter moment nobody remembers. Failure. Real failure. Read More »

Taste of Carmichael is the Place to be May 29

The 21st Taste of Carmichael, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Carmichael, will be showcasing the best the community has to offer on May 29. Read More »

Park Concert Offers Therapy

The second concert in the Carmichael Park summer season was blessed by warm weather last Saturday, May 9. Read More »

Improvement District Celebrates

A Chinese restaurant and Carmichael’s Park District have gained Carmichael Improvement District (CID) Awards. Read More »

Dark Star Orchestra Brings a Classic Sound to the California State Fair

Dead Head fans get to experience the sound that shaped a generation of music lovers as Dark Star Orchestra brings the eclectic sounds of the Grateful Dead to the California State Fair on Thursday, July 30 as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Sky River Casino Stage. Read More »

California Comment on Latest Small Business Optimism Index

If only the Legislature could be as helpful as Congress was on the Small Business Tax Deduction Read More »

Local Taxpayer Protection Act Eligible for November 2026 Ballot

Voters to Decide on Critical Measure to Restore Their Rights on Taxes Read More »

Mick Soli Dominates to Win Northern California PGA Legends Championship

Ace on No. 3 Headlines Championship Performance at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex Read More »

California Study Examines Safer Alternatives to Post-Harvest Fumigants

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) recently released the post-harvest commodity fumigation component of a multipart independent scientific study evaluating alternatives to fumigant pesticides. Read More »

Sacramento County Employee Honored with Statewide Award

Sacramento County is celebrating a major achievement by one of its own. Emily Wight, a human services program planner with the Public Administrator, Guardian, Conservator (PAPGPC) office, has been recognized with a prestigious statewide honor for her dedication to public service. Read More »

Benitez and Rodriguez Named to Team of the Week

May 5, USL Championship announced the Week 8/9 Team of the Week. For their performances in the May 2 win over Orange County SC, Republic FC’s Michel Benitez and Arturo Rodriguez were named to the league’s weekly top squad. Read More »

County Seeks Input on Jail System Master Plan

Sacramento County is inviting residents and community stakeholders to share their perspectives through a newly launched survey as part of the county’s ongoing Jail System Master Planning process. Read More »

May is CalFresh Awareness Month

During the month of May, Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance is participating in CalFresh Awareness Month, launching a weekly video series to help residents better understand available food resources and how to access them. Read More »

UC Davis Closes Causeway Cup Era with 12th Consecutive Title

For the 12th consecutive season, and in the final year of its awarding, the Causeway Cup returns to UC Davis, marking the Aggies' 16th title in the award's 20-year history. Read More »

Methodist Hospital Recognized for Excellence in Patient Safety

Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento, a member of CommonSpirit, earned a fourth-consecutive “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Read More »

A Battle Beyond the Bite

Lyme Disease Awareness Month Sparks Advocacy and Awareness Read More »

American River Burger Battle Returns

The American River Burger Battle is returning to Discovery Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 16. Read More »

Kiwanis Club Impacts Non-Profits

The Kiwanis Club of Carmichael has given $15,000 to three non-profits focused on children’s education. Read More »

Starting With a Word

Carmichael Writer Marilyn McEntyre Reflects on Writing and Craft Read More »

Cantina Azteca Celebrates 10 Years

Cantina Azteca opened its Fair Oaks Boulevard location 10 years ago and has since become a staple of Carmichael’s restaurant scene. Read More »

Park Concert Season Kicks Off

Carmichael Park District concerts began May 2 with a blockbuster rock performance by the 12-piece East Wind ensemble. Read More »

Hawks Taking ‘Carmichael Grit’ to Nationals

Carmichael Rugby Football Club’s Varsity High School Team is Flying High Read More »

Beyond the Airshow

With its choreographed planes shooting through the sky, leaving contrails that draw out shapes and letters, the California Capital Airshow (CCA) is a popular event that Sacramento residents look forward to each fall. Read More »

The HEART of Independence: From Tent to Apartment

“I never thought I’d be in a tent, but that’s better than being on the ground.” Read More »

County Selects Inspector General

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a one-year agreement appointing Eric Kane as Inspector General, ensuring continuity of independent oversight of the Sheriff’s Office while the County evaluates long-term options for the position. The contract begins May 1 and extends through April 30, 2027. Read More »

Early Support, Strong Readers

How The K-2 Reading Difficulties Screener Guides Student Success Read More »

Office Tours and Election Observation Available

For those interested in learning more about how the complex processes of elections work, tours and opportunities to observe are offered by the Voter Registration and Elections office. Read More »

Conflict Criminal Defender Selected

Sacramento County has selected Tiffanie Leon-Synnott to serve as the County’s next Conflict Criminal Defender, effective May 1 following a competitive selection process conducted in partnership with the Sacramento Superior Court. Read More »

Accessing My Voter Portal (MVP)

My Voter Portal (MVP) is a dynamic online tool that allows voters to access their voter registration history, view ballot status and voting participation history. Read More »