The 2023-2024 football season has been nothing short of spectacular for the state of Michigan.

By Dan Schmitt |

On this edition of the Elk Grove News podcast, we’ll distill that 43-minute interview down to two subjects that we suspect are of the most interest to Elk Grove taxpayers and motorists, and we’ll talk about one pressing issue facing the city that was not discussed.

A few days ago, a reader sent us an urgent text message. It was a reminder that on that day, 16 years earlier, something happened in Elk Grove, Calif.

As 2023 gives way to 2024, we’ve pulled out our crystal ball and will make a few predictions of what the new year has in store for the city of Elk Grove, Calif.

If there is one thing Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen and most of her city council members like to do, it is to pose for selfies, especially with an alcoholic drink in hand. But would they be caught with a cigarette dangling out the corner of their mouth?

By Dan Schmitt |

As most baby boomers will tell you, fathers during that era were not nearly as openly expressive in their love for their children. Instead, their love was shown in more subtle and sweet ways.  In this editions of 'Ya Gotta be Schmittin' Me, Dan remembers one Christmas season where Dad showed his love.

On June 22, 2022, Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh Allen committed to more starter homes. How will the political patrons who sponsor the mayor and her city council react?