Skip to main content

The Rio Linda News

Life+Leisure

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2026 01:56PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff
A Night of Timeless Music

Apr 20, 2026 01:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Karla Bonoff Brings a Lifetime of Songs to Fair Oaks

Read More »
tree
Photography Exhibition Featuring the Work of Phil Serna Opens at the Sacramento County Board Chamber Gallery

Apr 20, 2026 12:21PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Office of Economic Development sponsors bi-annual art exhibitions in the Board Chambers. The next time you attend a meeting in the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors Chambers, be sure to check out the rotating art on display.

Read More »
Sacramento Republic FC Soccer Stadium
Lund Construction Selected to Build Critical Public Infrastructure for Sacramento Republic FC Soccer Stadium

Apr 20, 2026 12:00PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Sacramento Republic FC announced April 2 the selection of Lund Construction to build the public infrastructure surrounding the Club’s new soccer stadium at the Downtown Sacramento Railyards.

Read More »
75th Sacramento Autorama Fills Cal Expo with Hundreds of Hot Rods

Apr 13, 2026 04:48PM ● By Rod Shows News Release

Sacramento’s largest car show offers fun for the whole family May 1-3

Read More »
Nonprofit Breaks Ground on $16.5 Million Food Market in River District

Apr 13, 2026 04:25PM ● By Eric Schucht, photos by Eric Schucht

Politicians, entrepreneurs, journalists and others met at a dirt lot surrounded by warehouses on April 9 in Sacramento’s River District.

Read More »
Capital Region Small Business Awards
Capital Region Small Business Awards Set for May 6 at Memorial Auditorium

Apr 13, 2026 10:36AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Economic Development, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the City of Sacramento’s Office of Innovation and Economic Development and the California State Treasurer’s Office invite the public to attend the Capital Region Small Business Awards.

Read More »
goose
CDFW Opens Duck Stamp Art Contest

Apr 07, 2026 03:54PM ● By MPG Staff

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is inviting artists to submit original work for the 2026-27 California Duck Stamp Art Contest, with entries accepted from May 11 through June 19.

Read More »
River City Chorale Celebrates 50 Years

Apr 07, 2026 10:22AM ● By River City Chorale News Release

River City Chorale, the longest standing community chorus in the greater Sacramento region, is celebrating its Golden (50th) Anniversary.

Read More »
RSVP Ensemble Announces Spring Concert Series

Apr 07, 2026 10:18AM ● By Reconciliation Singers Voices of Peace News Release

Reconciliation Singers Voices of Peace (RSVP), a Sacramento-based vocal ensemble known for blending artistic excellence with community impact, will present its Spring 2026 concert series this April and May.

Read More »
Spaghetti Galore!

Mar 31, 2026 11:10AM ● By MPG Staff

Craving a bowl of pasta? Several upcoming events and fundraisers in the Rio Linda/Elverta communities can satisfy just that.

Read More »
Rio Linda Elverta Chamber to Update Cartoon Map

Mar 31, 2026 11:08AM ● By MPG Staff

The Rio Linda Elverta Chamber of Commerce will be updating their cartoon map featuring local businesses, the organization announced on their Facebook page.

Read More »
music band
Boogie All Night with KC & The Sunshine Band

Mar 30, 2026 05:15PM ● By California State Fair News Release

It’s time to put on your “Boogie Shoes” and “Get Down Tonight” to “Shake Your Booty” with the original Sunshine Man himself, KC & The Sunshine Band at the California State Fair, Saturday, July 25, as part of the Toyota Concert Series on the Main Stage.

Read More »
Sierra Donor Services Encourages Donor Registry During Kidney Health Month

Mar 24, 2026 10:54AM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

In recognition of Kidney Health Month this March, Sierra Donor Services is calling on all greater Sacramento area residents to register as organ, eye and tissue donors.

Read More »
Stew, Sweets and Service

Mar 24, 2026 10:18AM ● By Abbey Wicks

Lions Club Holds 44th Annual Beef Stew and Pie

Read More »
pageant
Queens in Action

Mar 23, 2026 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Purple Pageant marks a decade of empowering young women on and off stage

Read More »
Animal Care Faire
The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire Returns this Spring

Mar 23, 2026 12:15PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Mark your calendar: The Roy C. Marcum Animal Care Faire returns on Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bradshaw Animal Shelter, and this year, we’re making it bigger, more vibrant and more fun than ever.

Read More »
Family Fun & Playfest Free Fair
Free Fair to Connect Families to Early Learning Options

Mar 23, 2026 12:01PM ● By Sacramento County Office of Education News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) invites families to explore these early learning options at its third annual Family Fun & Playfest, which will showcase 50 early learning programs and 30 community organizations, offering education, health, and wellness information to parents.

Read More »
Sacramento County Invites Residents to Celebrate National Day of Play

Mar 17, 2026 11:05AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Regional Parks is inviting residents to step outside, unplug and enjoy the outdoors in celebration of National Day of Play, observed this year on Saturday, March 21.

Read More »
Koi Club
Koi Club Hosts Self-Guided Pond Tour

Mar 16, 2026 02:03PM ● By Camellia Koi Club News Release

Discover a hidden world of beauty and tranquility right here in the Sacramento area. The Camellia Koi Club is holding a one-of-a-kind, self-guided pond tour featuring stunning private ponds and koi collections across the region from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25.

Read More »
poker
Athletics’ Star Tyler Soderstrom Announces Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament

Mar 16, 2026 12:52PM ● By Athletics News Release

Tyler Soderstrom, a California native and rising star of the Athletics, is proud to announce his Inaugural Charity Poker Tournament, an exclusive fundraising event benefiting EASE and Keaton’s Child Care Alliance.

Read More »
Shamrock Marathon Scheduled this Weekend; Closures in Downtown Sacramento

Mar 13, 2026 03:44PM ● By Caltrans News Release

Tower Bridge and Ramps Set to be Closed

Read More »
Rio Linda Lions Club to Host Chili Cook-Off Benefiting Vision Care

Mar 10, 2026 10:31AM ● By MPG Staff

Spice lovers and community supporters alike are invited to bring their appetites to the upcoming Rio Linda Lions Club Chili Cook-Off, set for Saturday, March 15 at 1 p.m. at 107 Sutter St. in Roseville.

Read More »
Shake Off the Winter Blues with $8 A's Tickets

Mar 09, 2026 05:36PM ● By Athletics News Release

The A’s are welcoming fans back to the ballpark this season with $8 tickets for select April and May games at Sutter Health Park, giving families and friends the opportunity to enjoy America’s favorite pastime together with some affordable family fun.

Read More »
Verizon
BurnBot Wins National Award

Mar 09, 2026 03:13PM ● By Verizon News Release

Verizon announced the winners of the 2025 Community Disaster Resilience Prize on March 5 at Cal Expo.

Read More »
diaper drive
Sacramento Life Center Launches Community Drives to Support Local Families and Free Women’s Health Services

Mar 09, 2026 01:53PM ● By Sacramento Life Center News Release

Sacramento Life Center is inviting the community to take part in two upcoming drives designed to support local families and provide essential medical services through the organization’s free clinic, Sac Valley Women’s Health.

Read More »
magic show
Magic Show to Benefit Children

Mar 09, 2026 01:11PM ● By Abbey Wicks

Carmichael-based magicians Dale and Elaine Lorzo are taking their magic to the Sacramento Scottish Rite, 6151 H St., on April 17 for a Kids Carnival and Magic Show fundraiser benefiting children’s communication.

Read More »
plants garden
Native Garden Tour Blooms Across Sacramento

Mar 03, 2026 12:36PM ● By California Native Plant Society News Release

Taking place from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 18 and 19, the Gardens Got Natives tour is a free-self guided event featuring forty plus California native plant home, business and school gardens in the Sacramento region.

Read More »
Rawge Jones, a longtime Elverta resident, is a certified wildlife biologist
Elverta Author Releases Third Book

Mar 03, 2026 12:13PM ● By MPG Staff

Nature is often presented as tranquil sunsets, graceful animals and postcard-worthy moments. But beneath that polished surface lives a stranger, messier and far more fascinating reality.

Read More »
Duck Derby
Fan-Favorite Events Return this Spring

Mar 03, 2026 12:06PM ● By MPG Staff

Country Craft Faire, Tractor Days and Duck Derby

Read More »
California State Railroad Museum & Foundation Offer Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train

Feb 24, 2026 11:51AM ● By California State Railroad Museum Foundation News Release

For the third consecutive year, the California State Railroad Museum & Foundation are offering spirited rides aboard the Leprechaun Lounge Pub Train on March 14 and 15.

Read More »
fruit tree
Fruit Trees for $25

Feb 24, 2026 11:50AM ● By MPG Staff

Rio Linda Grange Hosts Spring Sale

Read More »
Top Concert Acts Coming to the 2026 California State Fair

Feb 23, 2026 04:19PM ● By California State Fair News Release

Weekly Announcements Begin in March

Read More »
20 Local Museums Participating in Free Museum Weekend

Feb 23, 2026 03:46PM ● By Sacramento Area Museums News Release

Advance registration is required

Read More »
National Summit on Volunteer Engagement Comes to Sacramento

Feb 23, 2026 03:20PM ● By Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE) News Release

Professionals who work with volunteers are invited to gather in California’s beautiful capital city this spring for the 2026 National Summit on Volunteer Engagement, hosted by the Association of Leaders in Volunteer Engagement (AL!VE). The Summit takes place March 18 to 20 at the Sacramento Marriott Rancho Cordova.

Read More »
It's Game On...

Feb 20, 2026 04:34PM ● By California State Railroad Museum Foundation News Release

“Game Night at the Museum” Returns to the California State Railroad Museum on Feb. 26

Read More »

Current Issue

Read It Now

View Past Issues
Sacramento - Rio Linda click on this ad to learn how to place an obituary
Sacramento Rio Linda Arrest Records
Sacramento - Rio Linda - Donate to keep local journalism alive
Sacramento - Rio Linda - Resources for the recently widowed, divorced and single community
Upcoming Events Near You