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New coffee shop opens on Auburn Boulevard

Sara Beth Williams–March 3, 2026

A new drive-thru coffee shop has opened on Auburn Boulevard at Grand Oaks Boulevard in Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights quietly replaces rarely convened appeals board

Sara Beth Williams–March 3, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council has unanimously approved dissolving one rarely-used board of appeals, and swapping in another board of appeals…

City seeks nominations for 2nd annual ‘Chip In’ volunteer award

Sara Beth Williams–March 3, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Chip-In Hall of Fame Award, recognizing residents who go above and beyond…

Citrus Heights’ massive residential waste contract: What we know so far

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council voted 3 to 2 last week to recommend the city move forward with renewing a 10-year contract with Allied Waste Services of North America, LLC,…

Q&A: When will medians be constructed along Auburn Boulevard?

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

As Phase 2 of the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Project moves forward, construction crews are preparing to install new landscaped medians and…

Mesa Verde Theater to present ‘Clue: On stage”

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

The Mesa Verde Drama Career Technical Education program is slated to present the mystery comedy production of Clue, with an opening night of Thursday, March 5…

LETTER: Sunrise Mall should become housing for homeless

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

Submitted by John Kyde– Why not take advantage of the unlimited homeless government wasteful funding and serve surrounding areas with complete low-wall cubicle housing…

Upcoming overnight closures for Sunrise Boulevard

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

A portion of Sunrise Boulevard will be closed overnight on Monday, March 2, as SMUD crews work to replace a major power transformer in Citrus Heights.

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Feb. 19-25

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show an increase in code enforcement calls and a drop in traffic accidents…

March Events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights?

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

The community is preparing for spring this March with a full plate of events, including community meetings, an Easter celebration, a potluck and dinners, a theatrical production, and local fundraisers…

Iconic roller rink sells, new owner to continue skating tradition

Sara Beth Williams–February 28, 2026

After more than five decades as a staple of the local community, Sunrise Rollerland has announced it has been sold…

Council narrowly advances proposed 10-year waste services agreement

Sara Beth Williams–February 26, 2026

The contract approval is subject to the results of a future public hearing regarding proposed rate increases and final contract details, which will occur at a later date…

New shipping, mailbox store to open in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 26, 2026

A new family-owned shipping and mailbox rental store is preparing to open its doors in Citrus Heights, offering residents a range of shipping and business services…

Upcoming roadwork to begin on Oakwood Hills Circle in March

Sara Beth Williams–February 26, 2026

The city of Citrus Heights is preparing to begin roadwork at both the east and west intersections of Oakwood Hills Circle and Old Auburn Road…

Man arrested with help of drone equipped with thermal imaging

Sara Beth Williams–February 26, 2026

A 36-year-old Fresno man was arrested over the weekend following a high-speed pursuit with the help of a police drone equipped with thermal imaging, according to the Citrus Heights Police…

Civic Minute: What’s going on at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sara Beth Williams–February 24, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday will issue a proclamation recognizing Women in Construction Week, consider amendments to local building and parking regulations, and weigh options for residential solid…

New details: 911 ‘swatting’ call claimed bomb inside Citrus Heights Target

Sara Beth Williams–February 24, 2026

Citrus Heights Police released new details Monday evening regarding a swatting hoax that took place Saturday evening at Target on Sunrise…

‘Swatting hoax’ results in evacuation of Target in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 23, 2026

An alleged shooter in the area of Target on Sunrise Boulevard Saturday evening prompted a large police response, as authorities investigated what was later determined to be a hoax….

High-ranking Citrus Heights employee arraigned on DUI charge

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

A key city employee with the City of Citrus Heights was arraigned in court last week on a charge stemming from an arrest over the holiday season for allegedly driving…

Citrus Heights faces decision on future of waste services contract, possible rate increase

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

Following 60-day negotiations between Republic Services and the City of Citrus Heights regarding a 10-year contract, the Citrus Heights City Council is slated to weigh in on the future of…

Reptile Depot hosting week-long customer appreciation celebration

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

The Aquarium and Reptile Depot in Citrus Heights is hosting a week-long celebration in honor of their 13th anniversary, with all community members invited…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Feb. 12-18

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show an increase in traffic accidents, and a significant drop in vehicle violations….

New beauty salon to open in growing Sunrise Village center in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

After sitting vacant for years, a building at Sunrise Village is showing signs of new life — with signage now up for a nail salon suite…

New grocery store in Citrus Heights sets opening date

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

A new discount grocery store is set to open in the Sunrise Village Shopping Center at the beginning of April….

LETTER: Why not move Citrus Heights police station to Sunrise Mall?

Sara Beth Williams–February 21, 2026

Submitted by William Ferris– Why don’t the Citrus Heights City Council quit making plans for the Sunrise Mall Shopping center and put..