Sara Beth Williams

City seeks to curb ‘rampant’ illegal dumping in Citrus Heights
In an effort to address illegal dumping across Citrus Heights, city staff during an Aug. 28 City Council meeting suggested a “progressive” approach to handle blight and associated issues with Neighborhood Cleanup services…

Ribbon cutting kicks off plans for playground for children with disabilities
Community members and business leaders gathered at San Juan Park last month to kickoff efforts to build Mike’s Playground, a playground that will accommodate children living with disabilities…

Annual 9/11 memorial service to be held at Sylvan Cemetery
A 9/11 memorial ceremony will be held at Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024…

ATF offers $5k reward for info on deadly Citrus Heights house fire
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) announced it is offering an award of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for setting fire to a home in Citrus…

Memorial for longtime Citrus Heights Little League coach draws hundreds
Local residents impacted by the life of Jerry Garcia gathered in the shade at Garsh Field in Rusch Community Park on Saturday to celebrate Garcia’s long legacy within Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights survey shows residents overwhelmingly support bulk waste pickup days
City staff recently presented survey results showing a strong majority of Citrus Heights residents use and want to continue utilizing free Neighborhood Cleanup services offered by the city.

Citrus Heights PD mourns loss of longtime animal services officer
Animal Services Officer Ruben Hernandez passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 1, the Citrus Heights Police Department announced on Wednesday…

Juveniles threaten Sunrise Mall employees, attempt to break into store
Several juveniles reportedly attempted to break into a store within the Sunrise Mall on Monday, according to employees who work inside the mall.

Citrus Heights shipping store hit with back-to-back break-ins
A local shipping store on Auburn Boulevard was recently burglarized three times within a week, according to the store’s owner…

Citrus Heights Council votes to toughen illegal camping regulations
The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday voted in support of expanding the definition of illegal camping, but opted to exempt sleeping in passenger vehicles…