Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent

12/24/2024

With temperatures staying cool this week, it’s a great time to review cold weather tips. Read More:

With temperatures staying cool this week, it’s a great time to review cold weather tips.

12/24/2024

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) is actively monitoring the bird flu situation locally and coordinating with state and federal agencies. Learn More:

California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency on Dec. 18 in response to the ongoing H5N1 Avian Influenza (bird flu) outbreak.

12/22/2024

Building Industry Association members reported selling 524 new homes in the region in November. Learn More:

During a time of year when new home sales in the greater Sacramento region normally are dipping to their annual low point, buyers continued to purchase new homes at near-record levels in November, the North State Building Industry Association (BIA...

12/21/2024

The existing three-story, 70,000-square-foot office building will be transformed into a multispecialty care center. Learn More:

Renovation is underway at the Sutter Health Arden Care Center located at 1651 Exposition Blvd. in Sacramento as part of the health system’s robust, strategic plan to increase access to more care services.

12/21/2024

You may not know about Sacramento County's Local Assistance Centers (LAC), but when residents are hit with disasters, the centers become vital locations for people who need help getting their lives back on track.

12/21/2024

The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved two projects on Tuesday, Dec. 11, after discussions on design and community impact. Take a look:

The Rancho Cordova Planning Commission approved two projects on Tuesday, Dec. 11, after discussions on design and community impact. The meeting focused on a church remodel and a new affordable housing complex for veterans, both of which aim to enh...

12/21/2024

As of January 1, 2025, Sacramento County BHS-SAC will link you to services for all your mental health and substance use treatment needs! By calling 916- 875-1055, you will get access to the following services and more:
• Screening for Mental Health and Substance Use Services
• Mental Health and Substance Use Outpatient Treatment
• Residential Treatment
• Recovery Residences/Sober Living Environments
• Care Coordination
• Crisis Intervention
• Medication Support
• Medication Assisted Treatment
• Prevention Services Therapy/Rehabilitation Services and Groups
• Driving Under the Influence Programs
• Linkage to Community Resources

12/21/2024

FATHER KILLS HIS ONE-YEAR-OLD SON IN GRUESOME HOMICIDE

At approximately 4:15 this morning, Sacramento County Sheriff’s North Patrol Deputies responded to a residence on the 7500 block of Versailles Way in North Sacramento County for a family disturbance. Deputies arrived a short time later and contacted a female outside of the residence, who stated that her husband, 28-year-old Andrey Demskiy, had assaulted her and her mother. The female’s mother was transported to the hospital by ambulance for her injuries, which were not life-threatening.

Deputies then attempted to contact Demskiy at the residence, but he refused to answer the door and surrender peacefully. A short time later, Deputies learned that a one-year-old male child was inside the residence alone with Demskiy, and that Demskiy had possibly injured the child after throwing him. Fearing for the child’s safety, Deputies forced entry into the residence and attempted to detain Demskiy, who was uncooperative and became physically resistive.

As Deputies took him into custody, they made the gruesome discovery of a severed child’s head in the bedroom where Demskiy was contacted and detained. Sheriff’s Child Abuse Bureau Detectives, who typically handle murder investigations involving children, responded to the scene along with Crime Scene Investigators. Based on their investigation, Detectives determined that Demskiy was initially involved in a domestic violence incident with his wife and mother-in-law when they both exited the residence and waited for Deputies.

Once they exited the residence, Demskiy used a knife to behead and murder his one-year-old son. Detectives arrested and booked him into the Sacramento County Main Jail, where he remains in custody ineligible for bail. Demskiy is scheduled to appear in court on December 24.

Identification of the deceased will be made by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office in accordance with their protocols.

12/21/2024

12/21/2024

12/21/2024

The City of Rancho Cordova is wishing you a safe, happy and healthy holiday season! Rancho Cordova City Hall and Neighborhood Services will be closed Monday, December 23 through Friday, December 27. In addition, city locations will be closed on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.

If you are looking for ways to celebrate the holidays in , visit CityofRanchoCordova.org/Events.

12/20/2024

This accreditation validates ​Sacramento County Public Health’s dedication to providing high-quality public health services. Read More:

Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) has earned national accreditation from the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB), a testament to its commitment to improving the health and well-being of residents.

12/20/2024

The University of California, Davis has accepted a formal invitation to join the Mountain West Conference beginning July 1, 2026. Read More:

The University of California, Davis has accepted a formal invitation to join the Mountain West Conference beginning July 1, 2026.

12/20/2024

This innovative kiosk aims to transform access to healthcare by combining virtual medical consultations with convenient on-site prescription pickup. Check it out:

MEDnRX, an El Dorado Hills-based healthcare technology company, officially launched its first telemedicine and telepharmacy kiosk on Dec. 12 at SF Market, 2738 Sunrise Blvd.

12/20/2024

The Cordova Lady Lancers varsity soccer team is feeling good as Metro League competition awaits after the new year! Check it out:

Despite getting off to a slow start to begin their season, the Cordova Lady Lancers varsity soccer team is feeling good as Metro League competition awaits after the new year.

12/19/2024

Jesuit High School Cross Country Head Coach Walt Lange received a prestigious honor! Check it out:

Jesuit High School Cross Country Head Coach Walt Lange received a prestigious honor on Saturday, Dec. 7, as he was named the Joe Newton Coach of the Year at the Nike Cross Nationals (NXN).

12/19/2024

Sacramento County Public Health is urging residents to take the necessary steps to protect themselves from prevalent winter illnesses after last week’s Respiratory Disease Report confirmed one flu death and one respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-related death in the County.

Vaccination is the most effective preventative measure to protect your holiday plans from being derailed by an illness. Vaccines for flu, COVID-19 and RSV are widely available across Sacramento County and can be scheduled on MyTurn.ca.gov or by contacting a healthcare provider. Residents can safely receive multiple vaccines at the same time for added convenience.

12/19/2024