Sara Beth Williams

Citrus Heights K-8 leads district with Gold recognition in positive behavior supports award
Lichen K-8 in Citrus Heights was recently recognized with top honors from the California Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, (or PBIS), 2024–25 Recognition Program,

Where and when Citrus Heights residents can cast ballots for the 2025 special election
As voting in the special election began on Monday, Oct. 6 in Citrus Heights and across the state, several centers have been made available for both ballot drop off and in-person voting…

Citrus Heights Chamber hires new operations and membership coordinator
The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new Operations and Membership Coordinator on Monday, following the retirement of longtime office administrator Renee Larscheid.

‘Boots and Bras’ fundraiser to be held at Rusch Park Community Center
The second annual “Boots and Bras” fundraiser dinner to help raise money for young women experiencing hardship is scheduled to take place Sunday Oct. 27…

‘Ghost Tours’ return to Mesa Verde High School in time for Halloween
The Mesa Verde Theater department is hosting its fourth annual ‘Ghost Tours’ this Halloween season. Ghost Tours are scheduled for Oct. 24, 25, and 26 with an alumni preview night on Oct. 22.

Popular diner in Citrus Heights hit with health inspection violations
A local eatery well-known for breakfast and lunch in Citrus Heights was recently hit with multiple health inspection violations, although the restaurant was not forced to close and passed a reinspection several days later…

Plans for Citrus Heights Walmart remodel, expansion submitted to city
An application for a remodeling and expansion project at the Walmart store on Auburn Boulevard has been submitted to the city for approval, according to the city’s website…

Businesses struggle from loss of traffic during roadwork on Auburn Blvd
Businesses and residents alike have expressed frustration regarding roadwork on Auburn Boulevard, as the city’s $35 million revitalization project along the boulevard continues…

Man arrested, released after brandishing knife at Montage Apartments
A 35-year-old male was arrested for brandishing a deadly weapon during an argument on Tuesday night, according to police.

San Juan High School alum makes it onto Hell’s Kitchen TV show
San Juan High School alumnus and current Executive Chef Anthony Vo made it onto Gordon Ramsey’s Hell’s Kitchen…

2024 ‘Howl-o-Ween’ parade in Citrus Heights to have route change
By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band recently announced changes to the usual route in their upcoming annual “Howl-o-Ween” parade scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19. The new route will begin at Grand Oaks Elementary School,…

Local chiropractic office celebrates 18 years of ‘Best of Citrus Heights’ win
River City Chiropractic was recently crowned as the Best of Citrus Heights in the Health and Wellness category, an award staff said is accepted with great pride year after year…




