From Hawk to Warrior: Whitcanack Brings New Energy to Galt High STUNT

The Galt High School STUNT program has a new face on the sideline this season, and she knows the sport as well as anyone in the area. Read More »

CDFW Opens Duck Stamp Art Contest

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 »

Sacramento County Strengthens Weather Preparedness

Sacramento County is strengthening its commitment to keeping residents safe during severe weather events. The County’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) has officially renewed its StormReady designation through September 2030. Read More »

CHP Urges Drivers to Follow Hands-Free Law as Distracted Driving Awareness Month Begins

Distracted driving causes hundreds of crashes across California each year, and violations of the state’s hands-free cellphone law remain an ongoing concern. Read More »

Coffee Talk with Doris Matsui

Congresswoman Weighs Political Priorities, Re-election Read More »

Lions Club Collects More than 1,000 Glasses for Visually Impaired

The Galt Lions Club recently announced that it collected 1,292 pairs of eyeglasses over the past year through community donations as part of its ongoing eyeglass collection program. Read More »

Barsetti Tasting Room Spring Events Highlighted

With spring in full swing, events at Barsetti Vineyard Tasting Room are set to bloom with live entertainment, art and, of course, wine. Read More »

City to Seek Input on Community Branding at Saturday Market

The City of Galt invites everyone visiting the Saturday Market on April 4 to take part in our City Branding Survey. Read More »

New Hope Road Bridge to Close Temporarily

The Sacramento County Department of Transportation announced that it is replacing the New Hope Road Bridge at Grizzly Slough. The project is expected to last until December 2026. Read More »

Seniors Invited to Participate in Low-Cost Water Aerobics

Local seniors have an upcoming opportunity to stay active this spring with a discounted aquatic fitness program being currently offered in the community. Read More »

Parks and Recreation Offers Spring Youth Activity Classes

This spring, the City of Galt Parks & Recreation Department is offering a variety of engaging classes designed to keep youth active, learning and having fun. Read More »

Warriors and Hawks Open League Season at SVC Meet No. 1

Hawk Stadium hosted the first Sierra Valley Conference league meet of the 2026 season on Tuesday, March 25, and both local programs delivered performances worth celebrating. Read More »

Liberty Ranch Golf Off to Impressive Season Start

The Liberty Ranch High School golf team has opened its 2026 season in strong form, showing early depth and consistency as it builds momentum for another competitive year. Read More »

Liberty Ranch Girls Soccer Places Six on All-League Team; Romero Named League MVP

The Hawks girls’ soccer team rolled through league play with a perfect 14-0 record, claimed the Sierra Valley League championship and sent six players to the all-league team: a fitting reward for a group that dominated from start to finish. Read More »

Liberty Ranch Boys Soccer Places Six on All-League Team; Program Reaches Deepest State Playoff Run in School History

It was a season that will be talked about in Liberty Ranch hallways for years to come. Read More »

Renteria Earns Third Career Honor; Miller Named Offensive MVP

In just his second season leading the Galt High School girls soccer program, Alejandro Renteria has done what few coaches accomplish in such a short time: He has changed the culture. Read More »

Sacramento County Launches $80K Grants for Nonprofits

Sacramento County and the Sacramento Region Community Foundation are launching a new initiative to strengthen the long-term sustainability and impact of nonprofits serving residents experiencing homelessness and food insecurity – and are inviting eligible organizations to apply. Read More »

Six in Ten Drivers Struggle with Headlight Glare

New survey finds that glare is worsening and affecting drivers, raising concerns about safety Read More »

Spring Break Carnival at the Galt Market

Looking for something to do over spring break? Head to the Galt Market for a two-day Spring Break Carnival on Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Read More »

Council OKs Personnel Realignment, Commission Appointment

Personnel matters, commission appointments and a donation were the highlights of a light March 17 Galt City Council meeting. Read More »

Galt Native Joins California Highway Patrol Ranks

Galt native Officer Francisco Javier Gallegos is a 2026 California Highway Patrol graduate. Read More »

Police Investigate Shooting on 4th and C Streets

On March 17, just before noon, Galt Police Department officers responded to the area of 4th and C streets following a report from a caller who heard gunshots. Read More »

County Ag Pass Program Supports Farmer Emergency Preparedness

The Sacramento County Ag Pass Program was created to give registered commercial farm and ranch operators a way to re-enter evacuated areas in an organized and safe manner, as soon as conditions allow. Read More »

City Reminds Residents of Yard Sale Rules

The City of Galt encourages residents to follow Chapter 18.56 of the Municipal Code to ensure your sale is compliant and enjoyable for everyone. Read More »

Hawks Host Invitational at Hawk Stadium with Strong Individual Performances

Hawk Stadium came alive on Saturday, Feb. 28 as Liberty Ranch hosted a track and field invitational, welcoming nine schools including cross-town rival Galt High. Read More »

Warriors Crowned Champions: Para Named Coach of the Year, Stratton League MVP

It has been a season for the ages in Galt. The Galt High School Warriors boys’ soccer team captured the league championship and followed it with a coveted CIF Section title, cementing its place in program history. Read More »

Board Receives Updates, Hears Public Concerns Over Staffing

The Galt Joint Union Elementary School District Board of Education received updates on nutrition, safety and its facilities, and heard extensive public comment during its March 18 meeting, with speakers focusing on concerns about potential staffing changes. Read More »

Niello Appointed as a State Allocation Board Member

Sen. Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) has been appointed as a member of the State Allocation Board by Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón. Read More »

Tassell’s Warriors Embrace the Challenge as Galt Baseball Rebuilds

On a warm, beautiful afternoon at Galt High School’s home field last week, the Galt Warriors hosted Bradshaw Christian in what turned out to be a sobering reminder of why the Lions have been the league’s baseball powerhouse for years. Read More »

Warrior Strong: Tassell Brings 26 Years of Experience to Galt Baseball

Ryan Tassell is an English teacher, girls flag football coach, and now, he’s the new varsity baseball coach: a Galt native who bleeds Warrior red and has spent 26 years preparing for exactly this moment. Read More »

State Treasurer Honored with Champion of Agriculture Award

In recognition of her long record of advocacy for California farmers, ranchers and rural communities, California State Treasurer Fiona Ma has been honored with the Champion of Agriculture Award. Read More »

California Flagged for ‘Weak Oversight’ in Federal Fraud Crackdown

Assembly Republican Whip Macedo Cites Hospice Investigation Showing System “Wide Open” Under Newsom Read More »

César Chávez Day to be Renamed Farmworker Day under Proposal by Central Valley Assemblywoman

In light of the horrific news reports of César Chávez’s sexual assaults of minors and women, Assemblywoman Alexandra M. Macedo (R-Tulare) introduced legislation to rename the March 31 California State holiday to Farmworker Day. Read More »

Shine Program Invests in Local Nonprofits

SMUD has awarded twenty-five local nonprofits with more than $524,000 in funding from its annual Shine program. Read More »

From Imagination to Publication

Local Teen Author Debuts Sci-Fi Novel Read More »