Sara Beth Williams

San Juan Unified kicks off school year with electric buses
San Juan Unified School District Board members, transportation staff, and community leaders recently celebrated the unveiling of six new all-electric buses, just in time for the beginning of the school year.

Veteran’s Community Center to hold annual Hawaiian Luau fundraiser
The Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights is hosting its fourth annual Hawaiian Luau fundraising event on Saturday, Aug. 24…

Large trees, landscaping torn up on Auburn Blvd. Here’s why
Much of the landscaping including some mature trees along Auburn Boulevard from Rusch Park to the northern city limits now lays barren, prompting questions from some as to why…

Citrus Heights council approves purchase of vacant church land; Vice Mayor questions investment
The Citrus Heights City Council voted 4-1 on Wednesday to approve the purchase of vacant land on Sylvan Road owned by Bayside Covenant Church…

Proposed ban on new recycling centers in Citrus Heights draws split vote
The Citrus Heights Planning Commission on Tuesday voted 4-3 to forward a recommendation to the City Council regarding the approval of various amendments to the city code…

Future Amazon Fresh store in Citrus Heights to feature alcohol tasting area
The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday voted unanimously to approve a letter allowing for the issuance of an alcohol license to an incoming Amazon Fresh grocery store…

Citrus Heights police seek to identify suspect after deadly house fire
The Citrus Heights Police Department has released new information regarding a deadly house fire that occurred in June and is seeking information from the public…

Victim hospitalized with major burns after Citrus Heights duplex fire
Authorities said one person was rescued from a burning duplex building early Thursday morning, along with a dog…

Citrus Heights council to consider new animal shelter contract
With cost increases and shelter overcrowding, the Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday will consider…

Only one candidate filed for District 3 seat. What happens now?
As of the close of the nomination period on Friday, Aug. 9, Councilman Tim Schaefer was the only candidate to file…