County Confirms Year's First Human West Nile Virus Case

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) and the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District have recorded the first human case of West Nile virus in Sacramento County this year. The Read More »

Cal-Waste Offers Residents Free Yearly Bulky Item Pickup Service

Did You Know? Cal-Waste offers Annual Handy Hauler and Bulky Item Pickup services to Galt residents. Each service address is eligible for one free 3.5-cubic-yard Handy Hauler and one free Large Item Pickup per calendar year. Read More »

Lions Club Inducts New Members

On May 28, the Galt Lions Club held a meeting at Back Alley Brewhouse. Along with regular club business, the club inducted six new members and reinstated two members. Read More »

Police Honor Nation’s 250th Anniversary with Badge

Over the next year, Galt Police Department officers will have the option of wearing a commemorative badge in recognition of America’s 250th anniversary. Read More »

New SCT-Link Service Updates Now in Effect

South County Transit (SCT-Link) has implemented several service changes effective July 1. Read More »

Senate Budget Vice Chair Niello Reacts to Gov. Newsom’s Fake ‘Balanced’ Budget

On June 29, Sen. Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks), vice chair of the Senate Budget Committee, criticized the latest round of budget bills passed on the Senate Floor as another step in the majority party’s fake budget process and a failure to address Californians’ basic needs. Read More »

GTown Basketball Represents in Reno

For the second straight season, GTown Basketball headed to Reno on Memorial Day weekend to represent our town, uniting youth players from Galt High School and Liberty Ranch High School. Read More »

Tennis Coach Behrmann is Tops

Shelby Behrmann, in just her second year leading the Liberty Ranch High School tennis team, has been voted Coach of the Year by her fellow coaches. Read More »

Galt 9U Captures State Title

The Galt 9U All-Stars are your 2026 Cal Ripken Baseball 9U State Champions, showing off their banner and championship rings after capturing the state title in Elk Grove. Read More »

Caltrans Receives $1.4 Million Grant to Improve Highway Safety

Caltrans announced June 29, that it received approximately $1.4 million in grant funding from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to help expand and improve traffic data collection that will improve safety on the state highway system. Read More »

County Board Appoints Jacqueline White as Next County Superintendent of Schools

Longtime educational leader selected following planned retirement of Superintendent David Gordon Read More »

Keep Kids Safe Around Water This Summer

As temperatures rise and families look for ways to stay cool, Sacramento County reminds parents and caregivers that water safety should be a top priority throughout the summer months. Read More »

Police Pursuit Ends in Drug Arrest

On Wednesday, June 24, just before 10:40 p.m., Galt Police officers observed what appeared to be a drug transaction in the 300 block of Pine Street. Read More »

Record-Setting Smith Crowned Liberty Ranch Female Athlete of the Year

Thirteen Varsity letters, 18 School Records and the Second-Highest GPA in Her Class: Smith Leaves Nothing Left to Prove Read More »

An All-American Celebration

Fourth of July Festivities Spotlighted Read More »

Police, Firefighters Honored for Lifesaving Effort

On June 2, Galt City Council recognized a team effort that highlights the very best of public service. Read More »

Teen Earns Cosmetology License, Taking Clients

As high school graduation season wraps up and thousands of local teens prepare to pack for college, one 17-year-old Galt resident is already launching her professional career. Read More »

Miller Caps Standout Galt Career as Female Athlete of the Year

Three-sport Athlete Will Continue with Soccer at Cal State San Marcos Read More »

Summer Fun Awaits at the Galt Market

School is out, the sun is shining, and summer is in full swing at the Galt Market. Read More »

Keep Kids Safe Around Water This Summer

As temperatures rise and families look for ways to stay cool, Sacramento County reminds parents and caregivers that water safety should be a top priority throughout the summer months. Read More »

Lora Anguay Named Next SMUD CEO and General Manager

Lora Anguay, a 22-year SMUD veteran and deeply rooted community leader, has been named to succeed Paul Lau as the utility’s chief executive officer and general manager. Read More »

Keep Your Pets Safe This Fourth of July

For many people, the Fourth of July is a time to celebrate with family, friends and fireworks. For pets, it's often one of the scariest nights of the year. Read More »

Niello Urges Parole Board to Rescind Grant of Parole for Serial Child Molester

On June 25, Sen. Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) delivered a letter to the Board of Parole Hearings, urging them to prioritize public safety and rescind its grant of parole for serial child molester Gregory Vogelsang ahead of his hearing on June 26. Read More »

Chamber Honors Excellence at Awards Night

The Galt Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the accomplishments, dedication and community spirit of its local business community during the 2025 Awards Night held on Friday, May 29 in the Galt Chamber Courtyard. Read More »

City Warns Against Illegal Fireworks, Emphasizes Safety

As Independence Day approaches, the City of Galt reminds residents that illegal fireworks are prohibited and pose serious risks to public safety. Read More »

Council Approves 2026-2027 City Budget

The City Council unanimously approved Galt’s $110.94 million 2026-2027 fiscal year budget at its June 16 meeting, a budget that has significant changes from previous budgets. Read More »

Community Invited to Support Local Nurse, Mother

The Galt chapter of Helping One Woman (HOW) invites the community to its upcoming July 7 dinner benefiting local resident Shenell VanWarmerdam, a devoted single mother, labor and delivery nurse, and survivor of sudden cardiac arrest. Read More »

California State Senate Celebrates the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week

Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) introduced Senate Resolution 112 to declare the week of June 14 through June 20, 2026, as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week in California. Read More »

Welch Retires after Building Liberty Ranch STUNT into Northern California Power

When Barbara Welch first helped bring STUNT to Liberty Ranch High School in 2014, the sport was still new to many athletes, coaches and administrators. Read More »

Liberty Ranch STUNT Celebrates Historic MVP, Coach of the Year Honors

Liberty Ranch High School STUNT continued its league dominance this season, and senior Mikina McCreery made history along the way. Read More »

McCaffrey Soccer Teams Complete Perfect Seasons with Championship Wins

It was a championship sweep for McCaffrey Middle School soccer on May 21 at Walker Park, as both the boys and girls teams capped off undefeated seasons by winning their middle school championship games. Read More »

Liberty Ranch Tennis Caps Strong Season with Section Playoff Appearance

Liberty Ranch High School tennis closed the season with a strong showing in the Sierra Valley Conference tournament, multiple all-league selections and a trip to the Sac-Joaquin Section team playoffs. Read More »