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August Events: What’s happening in Citrus Heights this month?

Sara Beth Williams–August 2, 2025

From a family-friendly movie night at Rusch Park pool, and an ice cream social at Mesa Verde High School to live theater productions and a special presentation by the Citrus…

New sauna, lounge coming to Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–August 2, 2025

A new sauna lounge is coming to Citrus Heights…

What’s happened at Sunrise Mall since the city filed its lawsuit?

Sara Beth Williams–August 2, 2025

Concern over Sunrise Mall’s condition continues to mount, as businesses still open inside the mall call for the community to rally together to support their livelihood, while some residents on…

Citrus Heights eyes new ordinance, fees to address commercial building vacancies

Sara Beth Williams–August 2, 2025

Citrus Heights is taking steps to address the growing number of vacant commercial buildings by introducing a proposed Commercial Property Reoccupancy Ordinance through a workshop…

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 24-30

Sara Beth Williams–August 2, 2025

Latest police logs show an increase in incidents, including code enforcement and vehicle violations, while showing a decrease in animal control calls…

Obituary: Charles Francis Burns (1937-2025)

Sara Beth Williams–August 2, 2025

Charles Francis Burns, 87, of Citrus Heights, California, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025…

Citrus Heights high school teacher accused of molesting six minors

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2025

A 48-year-old high school teacher in Citrus Heights is now in jail on suspicion of molesting six juveniles.

‘Very bittersweet’: Family-owned gas station in Citrus Heights closes Thursday

Sara Beth Williams–July 31, 2025

After 50 years, the Pastor’s Valero gas station and Espresso Bar in Citrus Heights will be closing its doors at the end of the day on July 31. 

‘New California’ advocates seek to create 51st state, with vote in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–July 31, 2025

An organization seeking to split California into two states is hosting an in-person vote in counties across the state on Saturday, Aug. 2, with Citrus Heights serving as the voting…

Gift shop closed after decades inside Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–July 31, 2025

A traditional and long-standing gift shop inside Sunrise Mall has closed.

Multi-vehicle collision causes road closure in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–July 31, 2025

A multi-vehicle collision on Tuesday afternoon temporarily shut down portions of Sylvan Road, according to police.

Local grad to share San Juan High’s origins in Citrus Heights Historical Society presentation

Sara Beth Williams–July 29, 2025

The Citrus Heights Historical Society is inviting the community to a presentation on the origins of San Juan High School, one of the oldest institutions in the area.

Citrus Heights Police: Two suspects arrested following weekend double stabbing incident

Sara Beth Williams–July 29, 2025

Two suspects, one 18 and one 19 years old, were arrested Sunday following a double stabbing that occurred inside a business along Auburn Boulevard over the weekend,

Citrus Heights Water District seeks applicants for Customer Advisory Committee

Sara Beth Williams–July 28, 2025

The Citrus Heights Water District is inviting local water district customers to apply for its Customer Advisory Committee…

‘Only so much we can do.’ Sunrise Mall tenants trapped in the middle of legal fight

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

Scattered footsteps echo through the cavernous open spaces of a mall that once buzzed with activity as shop owners wait…

Police detective shares tips to prevent home break-ins

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

Citrus Heights Police recently shared home safety tips at a meeting with Neighborhood Areas 7, 8, and 9, and provided a list of actionable ways residents can help prevent porch…

Phase 2 of Sayonara housing project in Citrus Heights to begin accepting applications

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

Applications for eight new affordable homes in Citrus Heights will officially open on Aug. 8, as part of Phase 2 of a partnership project between Habitat for Humanity and the…

Citrus Heights businessman selling local family-owned gas station

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

After 50 years, the Pastor family announced they are selling Pastor’s Valero, according to an announcement by the family on social media…

‘Homeless by Choice’ author to host book signing in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

By Sara Beth Williams– Nonfiction author Roy Juarez, Jr. is coming to Citrus Heights on Friday, Aug. 1, for a book signing at Barnes & Noble in the Marketplace at…

Aging sign falls off front of popular Citrus Heights burger spot

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

A burger restaurant is awaiting new front facade signage following the collapse of the previous sign last week….

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 17-23

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2025

Latest police logs show a decrease in overall incidents, including fireworks and incidents of violence and threats…

Clothing store leaves Sunrise Mall, future uncertain

Sara Beth Williams–July 24, 2025

After closing in 2023 and then reopening in the spring of 2024, the Underground Clothing Connection has officially vacated Sunrise Mall…

Citrus Heights neighborhoods plan National Night Out events for 2025

Sara Beth Williams–July 24, 2025

In Citrus Heights this year, there are several registered National Night Out events throughout the city…

Community Nonprofit grant applications now open

Sara Beth Williams–July 24, 2025

The City of Citrus Heights is now accepting applications for its Non-Profit Community Support Fund, with a total of $150,000 available for nonprofits who serve Citrus Heights residents.

Roadwork taking place on Old Auburn Road

Sara Beth Williams–July 23, 2025

Road work on sections of Old Auburn Road in Citrus Heights began on July 21 and will continue through August 1, according to the city.