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Sara Beth Williams

A portion of roadway is blocked off with caution tape and construction cones behind the Sunrise Mall food court

What’s going on with construction behind Sunrise Mall?

Construction occurring behind Sunrise Mall’s food court seems to have halted for the last several months, leaving more questions than answers…

Councilmember Tim Schaefer said that commercial property vacancies are a problem during the discussion on the city's Commercial Property Reoccupancy Program, during the Feb. 11, Citrus Heights City Council meeting. // SB Wiliams

Citrus Heights Council greenlights commercial property reoccupancy program

The City Council Wednesday night officially gave the green light for the city to implement a new ordinance targeting vacant properties in the city, in hopes of motivating property owners to fill vacancies more quickly…

Juice Time is located at 7887 Madison Ave. in the Sunrise Village shopping center.

New Citrus Heights juice shop to celebrate opening with music, food trucks

A new juice and ice cream shop in Citrus Heights is planning to celebrate their opening through a community event for all ages this Friday…

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Man arrested in Citrus Heights after four car collision, vehicle fire

One driver was arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence following a four-car collision, where one vehicle was in flames…

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Elderly man dies from major injury collision in Citrus Heights

An elderly man died last week, five days after crashing into a tree, officials said. The man, 75, was not identified. 

Improvements are planned for the driveway entrance to Tea It to accommodate a new stoplight planned for Auburn blvd. // SB Williams

Where will the new stoplight be on Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights?

A new stoplight has been planned for Auburn Boulevard, just south of Whyte Avenue, as part of Phase 2 of the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Project….

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‘Ghost Tours’ event returns to Mesa Verde High School

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.

San Juan Unified Superintendent announces temporary leave of absence

The San Juan Unified School District announced this week that Superintendent Melissa Bassanelli will be taking a medical leave of absence following a recent diagnosis.

One of many murals painted on Auburn Blvd, commissioned by Citrus Heights Arts ahead of ArtBeat/ // SB Williams

Third annual ‘ArtBeat’ festival coming to Rusch Park in Citrus Heights

The heart of Citrus Heights will once again come alive with color, rhythm, and creativity during the third annual ArtBeat festival, hosted by Citrus Heights Arts….

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CHP officer arrested by Citrus Heights Police

An off-duty California Highway Patrol officer was arrested last week in in Citrus Heights on drug-related charges according to local news reports…

Ascension Christian Preschool operated for 43 years in Citrus Heights from Ascension Lutheran Church on Garden Gate Drive. // SB Williams

Local preschool closed after decades serving Citrus Heights

A local preschool that served Citrus Heights for over 40 years has closed, according to the preschool’s website….

St. James Armenian Apostolic Church in Citrus Heights is located at 8071 Old Auburn Rd,

Sacramento Armenian food festival comes to Citrus Heights

The Sacramento Armenian Food Festival will take place this Saturday, Oct. 18, in Citrus Heights, bringing a full day of authentic cuisine, live music, and family-friendly fun to St. James Apostolic Church….