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Sara Beth Williams

A rendering of a planned gateway arch that is being constructed at the northern border of Citrus Heights. // Courtesy of the City of Citrus Heights

A look at the new gateway arch planned for Citrus Heights border

The construction of a new gateway arch and stoplight at the border between Citrus Heights and Roseville is ongoing, with crews seen Friday on a construction lift continuing progress on pillars that will serve as the foundation for…

A mural painted by artist Amie Nowell, one of many murals that are part of the new CH40 arts district. This small rendition of "Starry Night" is painted on the back of Elite Bicycles. // SB Williams

Citrus Heights art and music festival postponed

As predicted by weather forecasters, Saturday dawned drizzly and gray, resulting in the cancellation of a local arts and music festival…

The building at 8501 Auburn Blvd. has been listed for sale. // SB Williams

Vacant building on Auburn Blvd. for sale at $5.19M

A vacant building in Citrus Heights, formerly home to Kmart, is once again up for sale, city officials say.

What can residents in Citrus Heights expect, now that Prop 36 passed?

Citrus Heights City Manager Ash Feeney on Tuesday thanked residents for helping pass Proposition 36 and said the measure will help the city in “building a safer, stronger Citrus Heights.”

individual suspected of retail theft

3 arrested during retail theft blitz operation at Citrus Heights Target store

Citrus Heights Police arrested multiple suspects for theft after conducting a retail theft blitz operation at Target on Sunrise Boulevard on Dec. 3.

A house on Patton Avenue has been on the market for 120 days at $800,000

Why is this 3-bedroom Citrus Heights home listed for $800k?

By Sara Beth Williams– A single-story home in Citrus Heights near Mariposa Avenue and Twin Oaks Avenue has been on the market for $800,000 since August, while similar-sized homes continue to be listed at significantly lower asking prices…

The laser light shows could be seen from the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane, with bright lasers shooting into the sky.

Holiday laser light show draws large crowd to Sunrise Mall

The typically near-vacant parking lots at Sunrise Mall were filled Friday evening as families and community members attended an annual laser light show and vendor market…

Proposal withdrawn for new EV dealership in Citrus Heights

A proposal for a new car dealership that would have occupied a portion of the former Big Lots building on Auburn Boulevard has been withdrawn…

Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest now accepting nominations

The city’s 2024 “Best Lights in Citrus Heights” contest is now accepting nominations through Saturday, Dec. 7…

A map showing the road closures affecting Citrus Heights.

Find out where local road closures will be ahead of Sunday’s marathon

Several key road closures will be in effect during the upcoming annual California International Marathon, which is set to take place this Sunday, Dec. 8. 

Christmas Toy Drive taking place at Rusch Park Community Center through Dec. 20.

Local organizations seek donations for families in need this holiday season

Several community organizations in Citrus Heights are seeking donations in the month of December for children and families this holiday season…

Police Lights, file photo

1 fatality following vehicle vs pedestrian collision

A fatality occurred when a vehicle struck an unidentified person after 7 p.m. Sunday, along the border of Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks…