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San Juan Unified seeks input on stricter cell phone policy for schools

Sara Beth Williams–May 19, 2026

The San Juan Unified School District is asking students, families and staff to weigh in on whether the district should expand restrictions on cell phone use to cover the entire…

Business of Distinction Award nominations open through Friday

Sara Beth Williams–May 19, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Business of Distinction “Pride of Place” Award, a quarterly recognition program that highlights local businesses making a visible…

Letter from the Mayor: Youth leading through service

Sara Beth Williams–May 19, 2026

By MariJane Lopez-Taff, Citrus Heights Mayor– As I continue my monthly focus on service in Citrus Heights, I want to highlight one area especially close to my heart: our youth…

Roadwork on Greenback Lane to take place through Friday

Sara Beth Williams–May 19, 2026

Drivers traveling along Greenback Lane this week should expect delays as the city begins a roadway improvement project focused on repairing damaged curb and gutter sections…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: May 7-13

Sara Beth Williams–May 17, 2026

Latest police logs show an increase in 911 hangups and a decrease in animal control calls. Below is a summary of police log incidents from May 7-13, 2026…

Office complex listed for $2M in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–May 16, 2026

A commercial office property along Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights has been listed for sale for $2.05 million, according to a recent commercial real estate listing…

Citrus Heights sandwich shop closes briefly due to lack of hot water

Sara Beth Williams–May 16, 2026

A sandwich shop in Citrus Heights was asked to briefly shut down in early May due to a lack of hot water at three sinks within the restaurant. The shop…

Citrus Heights Council votes to renew red light cameras for three years

Sara Beth Williams–May 16, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council voted on Wednesday evening to approve the renewal of a three-year contract with Verra Mobility for red light camera enforcement throughout the city…

Mesa Verde girls softball team wins first playoff game in 30 years

Sara Beth Williams–May 16, 2026

The Mesa Verde High School girls’ softball team won their first playoff game in 30 years after coming back from 18 runs down to win by one run…

Dollar General in Citrus Heights bars juveniles from entering store without an adult

Sara Beth Williams–May 16, 2026

Students under 18 are now required to be accompanied by a guardian at a local Dollar General store after what the store manager described as ongoing problems involving harassment, theft,…

Memorial Day ceremony to be held at Sylvan Cemetery

Sara Beth Williams–May 15, 2026

By Sara Beth Williams– This year’s Memorial Day ceremony at Sylvan Cemetery will be held on May 25 at 11 a.m. The one-hour ceremony will last from 11 a.m. to…

Citrus Heights Council approves $8K ‘America’s 250th anniversary’ mural at City Hall

Sara Beth Williams–May 14, 2026

By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights City Council unanimously approved a request from the nonprofit Citrus Heights Arts to plan and implement an anniversary mural at City Hall last…

Meet the MVHS ‘Spirit of San Juan’ award honoree Nia Blunt

Sara Beth Williams–May 14, 2026

Nia Blunt of Mesa Verde High School received “numerous nominations” for the 2026 Spirit of San Juan Awards, the San Juan Unified School District says…

Under the Big Top: Circus returns to Sunrise Mall this weekend

Sara Beth Williams–May 14, 2026

American Crown Circus plans to return to Sunrise Mall’s parking lot and is offering multiple showtimes for the next two weekends, from Thursday evening through Monday…

Big rig overturns on freeway in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–May 13, 2026

A commercial semi truck hauling walnuts overturned Tuesday night on eastbound Interstate 80 near Antelope Road, prompting an emergency response from the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District and the Citrus Heights…

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sara Beth Williams–May 12, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected on Wednesday to issue several proclamations recognizing public safety and public works professionals, consider multiple infrastructure and public safety-related agreements, and conduct a…

Citrus Heights band to continue with yard sale after rain delay

Sara Beth Williams–May 12, 2026

After postponing due to rainy weather, which delayed the ability for volunteers to set up merchandise, the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band’s annual fundraiser yard sale will continue this weekend…

Motorcyclist hospitalized after collision with semi in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–May 12, 2026

A collision between a motorcyclist and semi-truck sent the motorcyclist to the hospital early Tuesday morning during the weekday work and school commute, the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District said…

Homeless man who died near Citrus Heights shopping center identified

Sara Beth Williams–May 11, 2026

An unhoused man who died on April 24 has been identified as Daniel Gable according to the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office….

Murder charges filed in 2022 I-80 crash that killed Citrus Heights toddler

Sara Beth Williams–May 9, 2026

More than three years following a collision on Interstate 80 that left a 2-year-old boy dead, murder charges have been filed against the second driver, the Placer County District Attorney’s…

New donut shop now open in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–May 9, 2026

A new bakery known for its freshly made and unique twists on donuts, held a grand opening this weekend in Citrus Heights…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: April 30-May 6

Sara Beth Williams–May 9, 2026

Latest Police incident logs show an increase in animal control calls, while showing a decrease in code enforcement…

Nighttime construction to take place on Greenback Lane into the summer

Sara Beth Williams–May 9, 2026

The Citrus Heights Water District began nighttime construction activities on westbound Greenback Lane between Birdcage Street and Mariposa Avenue on Wednesday, May 6,  as part of the District’s proactive Project…

Veterans Community Center concerned over plans for next-door lot

Sara Beth Williams–May 9, 2026

The Veterans Community Center is hoping to purchase an adjacent vacant lot which otherwise could potentially house duplexes…

A look at the past: Citrus Heights’ oldest business celebrates 90 years

Sara Beth Williams–May 9, 2026

By Sara Beth Williams– One of the oldest businesses in the Citrus Heights, Harris Industrial Gases, is set to celebrate its 90th anniversary next week with a ribbon cutting ceremony…