Kyle Larson just won his third title

Rural Elk Grove might stay rural after all

A proposal to build 499 senior homes at Sheldon and Waterman roads hit a major roadblock when the Planning Commission voted 4-1 against recommending it. The 115.9-acre site sits in the city's protected Rural Area, where current rules require lots of at least 2 acres and would normally cap development at roughly 35 homes. City planners found no policy basis to remove the land from rural protections for the project, which would put single-story homes for adults 55 and older on 71.3 acres. You haven't seen the final chapter yet, though, because the City Council gets the ultimate vote on whether to approve the community.

Elk Grove's Kyle Larson just won another NASCAR championship

Our hometown driver locked in his third Cup Series championship down in Florida on Sunday, making him the first back-to-back winner in the series since 2010. He had such a massive points lead heading into the season finale that he wrapped up the title early in the race. At 34, he's now one of only 11 drivers in NASCAR history to win three of these trophies, putting him right up there with legends like Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty.

Southern morning favorites with a twist

2745 Elk Grove Blvd #250, Elk Grove, CA 95758

Hearty comfort plates hit the spot as Thanksgiving draws near. Huckleberry's Breakfast & Lunch serves up Southern cooking mixed with California flavors right here in town. You'll find plenty of warm morning staples and midday options that make it an easy choice for a relaxed daytime meal.

Plant-based fuel before the feast

8469 Elk Grove Blvd #5, Elk Grove, CA 95758

You can reset your routine with fresh, lighter meals as heavy holiday dinners approach. RĀW Superfood Café puts together an entirely plant-based lineup centered around whole-ingredient açaí bowls, cold-pressed juices, and smoothies. They also cook up plant-based burgers alongside everyday brunch, lunch, and dinner plates. It's a handy spot when you want a quick, clean bite before Thanksgiving rolls around.