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Council Begins Vote District Process

Galt City Council held the first of several public meetings on Nov. 19 as the city prepares to create council voting districts. A demographer gave information about the process and what factors will influence the district boundaries.

Catholic Youth Explore Faith at Conference

At the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) of 2024, the theme this year was “El Camino/The Way,” which means to find your way to God no matter the struggles. The participants attended the conference through workshops, keynote speakers, prayers, social justice activities, music and opening/closing ceremonies.

Responsibility, Pride Honored

Galt Community of Character Coalition selected four elementary school staff and a high school student as the honorees for its 2024 Responsibility Award. It also gave the Pride in Community Award to two volunteers who maintain the community garden.

ARC Football Secures Fifth Straight Conference Championship

The American River College football program secured their fifth straight National NorCal Conference championship on Nov. 9, with a 45-21 road victory over Santa Rosa Junior College. Read More »

De'Aaron Fox Named Western Conference Player of the Week

Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week for games played between Nov. 11 and Nov. 17, the NBA announced on Nov. 18. Read More »

ARC Volleyball Earns Big 8 Conference Champions

The American River College women's volleyball program closed out the regular season as Big 8 Conference Champions after defeating Modesto Junior College and Sacramento City College. Read More »

Hornet Tennis Signs Germany’s Lisann Brinkman

Sacramento State head women's tennis coach Sophie Breault announced that Lisann Brinkmann, a native of Bielefeld, Germany, has signed a National Letter of Intent to continue her academic and athletic career with the Hornets. Read More »

Women’s Soccer Ends Season in NCAA Tournament First Round

The Big Sky Conference Tournament champion Sacramento State women's soccer team made its first appearance in the NCAA Tournament in 14 years on Sunday Nov. 17, but its run through the postseason was cut short at the hands of top-seeded USC, falling to the Trojans by a 5-0 score at the Dignity Health Sports Park Track Stadium in Carson, Calif. Read More »

Local Athlete Update: Edgar China Playing Soccer for Sac State

Galt High Soccer player Edgar China is playing soccer for the Sac State Hornets. China played goalie while at Galt High but would sometimes come out of the goal and play forward. Read More »

Lady Warrior Basketball

The Lady Warrior basketball team is off to a strong start with a new head coach and a full roster. Read More »

Warrior Basketball Underway

The Galt Warriors boys basketball team faced the Delta Saints on Friday, Nov. 22. Galt played well and only lost by one basket, 43-41. Read More »

Hawk Basketball Narrowly Loses to Sonora

In Liberty Ranch High School’s preseason match against Sonora, things didn’t go well in the first half. Read More »

Giving Machines Make Giving to the Needy a Fun Experience for Area Residents

Light the World Giving Machines in Sacramento, Modesto Area Are the Only Ones in Northern California Read More »

CHP Swearing-In Ceremony Marks Milestone

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly announces a major achievement in its ongoing recruitment efforts as it officially swears in 121 new officers, bringing the Department past its goal of hiring over 1,000 officers. Read More »

River Cats Earn Gold, Three Bronze Medals from GOAL

Thanks to the continued implementation of sustainability practices, the Sacramento River Cats have been awarded four medals from Green Operations & Advanced Leadership (GOAL) for their work on Waste Reduction, Diversity & Inclusion, and Sustainable Partnerships. Read More »

Hornet’s Goalkeeper Sierra Sonko Earns Player of the Week Honors

It’s another award added to the mantel for the Seattle, Wash., native, who was named the Big Sky Tournament Most Valuable Player for her performance in net as the Hornets claimed their first league tournament championship, and the automatic NCAA berth that goes with it for the first time since 2010. Read More »

Sac State Tennis Doubles Duo Reach Semifinals

The Sacramento State doubles duo of Maddy Ferreros and Irene Riva showed well at last weekend's ITA Conference Masters event in Rome, Ga., reaching the main draw semifinals and falling just one win shy of a berth into the 2024 NCAA Individual Championships Read More »

New Republic FC Stadium Back on Track

A project that was on life support had some much-needed life injected into it on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when the Sacramento City Council voted unanimously to approve the framework for a $321 million downtown railyards soccer stadium and entertainment venue. Read More »

Liberty Ranch Girls Golf SVC All-League

Liberty Ranch High School finished second place in the Sierra Valley Conference and made it to the Divisionals as a team, that played on Oct. 28 at Peach Tree Golf & Country Club in Marysville. Read More »

Galt Football All-League

Top Players Honored Read More »

Snow Named League MVP Unprecedented Third Year in a Row

The Liberty Ranch volleyball team had a perfect league season and took the honors this year. Under the coaching of Mark Snow, the team made the playoffs and got all the way to the final round of section title. Read More »

Galt Cross Country Scores at Sections

Gonzalez Qualifies for CA State Championships for Third Year Read More »

Hawks’ Playoff Road Ends in Woodland

The Hawk football team started off strong in its quarterfinal playoff game against the Woodland Christian Cardinals on Friday, Nov. 15. Read More »

Nominate Someone Who Shows Caring, Compassion

Are you familiar with the old Jackie DeShannon song “Put a Little Love in Your Heart”? It may be considered an oldie, but its message is spot-on for today’s world and for the character trait of caring and compassion. Read More »

Toy Drive Applications Open

First responders are accepting applications from families for the annual Galt Toy Drive. The drive provides holiday gifts for Galt families in need and the deadline to apply is Dec. 5. Toy donations are also open. Read More »

Final P&R Master Plan Workshop Scheduled

A second community meeting on Galt’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan is set for December, Parks and Recreation Director Armando Solis said at the Parks and Recreation Commission’s Nov. 13 regular meeting. Read More »

City Clarifies Proposed Maverik Gas Station

Galt planning staff clarified the status of an application from a fuel and convenience store chain, saying at the Nov. 14 Planning Commission meeting that it has been the subject of “false information” on social media. Read More »

The Capital SouthEast Connector: A Lifeline for Public Safety and Emergency Response

The Capital SouthEast Connector will be a crucial thoroughfare for emergency vehicles reducing response times and ensuring that help arrives as quickly as possible Read More »

Bipartisan Effort by California Congress Members Drives Modern Multi-Modal Transportation Project Forward

Democratic Representatives Ami Bera and Doris Matsui, along with Republican Kevin Kiley, are collectively pushing for federal funding to support the Capital SouthEast Connector project. Read More »

Prioritizing Safety for Families on Grant Line Road

While improving traffic flow through the Sacramento region has always been the Capital Southeast Connector Expressway’s focus, improving safety throughout the route has been an equal goal. Read More »

Saluting Labor: SouthEast Connector Paves Path to Opportunity

The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) has plans for a regional bike and pedestrian trail that links people to parks, schools, business employment centers, retail outlets, and more Read More »

CHP Receives Grant to Combat Distracted Driving

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is proud to announce it received a $350,000 grant to address the growing issue of distracted driving on California roads. Read More »

California Capital Airshow to Host Volunteer Rally Nov. 19

Community Members Invited to Learn About Volunteer Opportunities for March Airshow Read More »

25,000-Plus Illegal Cannabis Plants Removed

California State Parks continues to combat illegal cannabis grows within and near state park properties through its Cannabis Watershed Protection Program (CWPP). Read More »

Liberty FFA Tops National Competition

Liberty Ranch FFA went to the National FFA Convention and Expo in October and took home a bumper crop of awards. Read More »

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