Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

On July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California Read More »

Cosumnes CSD Amends Its Salary Schedule

The Cosumnes Community Services District board of directors at the regular July 17 meeting unanimously approved changes to the district’s salary schedule. Read More »

Teen Center Gets Kudos for Patio

The Galt Beautification Committee recognized the Galt Teen Center (GTC) for its landscaping of the patio area outside its location on C Street. Read More »

National Night Out Coming to Galt

Come one, come all. On Tuesday, Aug. 6, the Galt community is encouraged to participate in National Night Out, a free annual event that is taking place throughout not just Sacramento County, but the entire country. Read More »

Parlin Oaks Development Holds Grand Opening

A new housing development in eastern Galt opened its model homes to visitors on July 27 with a grand opening event. Read More »

Galt Couple Showcases Ceramic Creations

A Galt couple on July 13 and 14 held a showcase of their ceramic creations, offering sculpture and household items featuring their distinct artistic visions. Read More »

Sacramento County Property Assessment Roll Sets New Record

Sacramento County Assessor Christina Wynn announced on July 8 that the annual assessment roll reached a new record high of nearly $243 billion, a 5.18% increase over last year. Read More »

Caltrans Awards $51.4 Million for Sustainable Transportation Projects

With a majority of funding coming from Gov, Gavin Newsom’s clean transportation infrastructure package and the California Climate Commitment, on July 9, Caltrans awarded $51.4 million in planning grants for 89 sustainable, climate-resilient transportation projects throughout California to help communities better withstand the impacts of extreme weather events fueled by climate change. Read More »

Stay Comfortable and Save Money During Heat Wave

SMUD Has Enough Power Resources for The Heat Wave Read More »

Galt Shooters Compete at U.S. Nationals

The Galt Shooters just returned from a very successful competition at the U.S. Open Youth Clay Shooting Annual Competition in Las Vegas. Read More »

Galt Boxer Brings Home Gold at Junior Olympics

Two boxers from Guerrero’s Gym competed all year and earned their way to the USA Boxing 2024 National Junior Olympics in New Mexico the last weekend in June. Read More »

Seniors Can Stay Active With Improved Bunion Surgery

Almost 25% of U.S. adults suffer from bunions, and many pickleball players notice an increase in their symptom severity during and after playing. Read More »

Herald Day Around the Corner

Herald’s biggest party of the year is coming around again, and organizers with Herald Community Club (HCC) are promising an exciting Herald Day 2024. Read More »

Galt Can Join SacRT Under New Law

A bill giving Galt the option to join a regional public transit district recently became law with broad support from state lawmakers and local governments. Read More »

Preventing Fires in High Temps

On the night of July 4, Cosumnes Fire Department responded to a small grass fire on Whitelock Parkway in south Elk Grove. It had been started by people watching the fireworks display at Elk Grove Regional Park, Assistant Fire Chief Lantz Rey told Messenger Publishing Group; on a night when the department is bombarded with calls, the responding fire crew decided to handle other pressing issues first. Read More »

Fireworks and Floats on the Fourth

rom morning to night, Galt’s annual Independence Day Celebration filled the Fourth of July with patriotism and entertainment. Read More »

State Fair Here for 17 Days

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy Read More »

California Capital Airshow Returns with Dazzling Night Show

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, runs from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and 14 at Mather Airport in Sacramento Read More »

Galt Athletes Compete in Special Olympics

Seven Galt athletes and their two coaches spent the weekend of June 28-30 competing at the NorCal Summer Games for the Special Olympics. Read More »

12th Annual Kevin Tonn Memorial ‘Run for the Badge’

The Kevin Tonn Memorial Run has been a Galt tradition for 12 years now. When Galt Officer Kevin Tonn lost his life in the line of duty Jan. 15, 2013, a group of community members came together to fundraise for the memorial at City Hall. Read More »

Thornton to Dedicate Veteran Memorial

Although he did not live to see it, Dewy Upton’s dream to recognize Thornton’s many war veterans will come to fruition on July 20, with the dedication of a veterans’ memorial plaque. Read More »

Grand Jury Addresses Missile Site Contamination

The Grand Jury Found That Cleanup Efforts Will Require Soil Remediation and Groundwater Monitoring to Mitigate Environmental Impacts Read More »

Capital Airshow Presents Aerial Awe

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow, presented by Sacramento County in partnership with the City of Rancho Cordova, returns 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 13 and July 14 to Mather Airport in Sacramento. Read More »

Police Arrest Driver After Chase in Stolen Truck

Galt Police arrested a man June 25 on charges of possessing a stolen truck after he led police on a vehicle chase near downtown. Read More »

Wilton Lavender Farm to Hold Picking Event

Love the scent of fresh-picked lavender? Time is running out to gather your own bundle at Wilton Family Lavender Farm. Read More »

Legendary 'Big Boy' Locomotive Visits Roseville July 12-13

Union Pacific's legendary Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive built to conquer mountains, will make 19 whistle-stops in five states during its Westward Bound Tour from Wyoming to California. In addition, this mighty steam locomotive will be on public display in Roseville from July 12 to July 13. Read More »

New CIF No Contact Dead Period Begins

Summer is usually a time for high school athletes to prepare for the upcoming fall season. Athletes work with their coaches to condition, learn plays, lift weights and perfect their skills. While this is still true, the CIF Sac-Joaquin League members have voted in a new mandatory No Contact Dead Period July 1-July 14. Read More »

Gunter and Hall: Galt High Scholar Athletes of the Year

At Galt High’s graduation Assistant Principal Alan Posey announced Akayla Joy Gunter and Aidan Hall as Scholar Athletes of the Year. Read More »

Academy Graduates 20 New Firefighters

Cosumnes Fire Department recognized 20 newly minted firefighters on June 27 in an academy graduation ceremony. Read More »

Quality of Life is Top Goal, Manager Says

Galt’s interim City Manager Chris Erias is looking forward to completing his career in the same city where he spent 15 years overseeing planning. Read More »

Rancheria to Expand Casino

Wilton Rancheria announced on June 7 that it is expanding its Sky River Casino, with planned additions over the next three years including a hotel, an expanded gaming floor, and a pool and spa. Read More »

Something Sweet Is June Business of Month

Something Sweet Bakery in Old Town Galt was named on June 6 as Galt District Chamber of Commerce’s honorary business for the month of June. Read More »

Business Expo & Job Fair Features 65-Plus Vendors

KP International Market Sponsors Event in Rancho Cordova Read More »

Birds and Mosquito Test Positive for West Nile Virus

On June 10, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District Confirmed that the First Mosquito Sample of the Season has Tested Positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) Read More »

Galt High Tennis Celebrates Seniors

The Galt High tennis seniors celebrated senior night at their last home game. Read More »