Community
Remember when Sunrise Mall had a model train set?
In the mid-1990s, during the height of indoor malls, a model train set built around the fountains in the main corridor of Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights entertained patrons of all ages for 12 hours a day, seven…
City to host workshop on proposed Mariposa extension of trail in Citrus Heights
The City of Citrus Heights is inviting residents to learn more about a proposed extension of the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail later this month, as plans move forward to expand the city’s trail network with a new segment along…
Letter from the Mayor: Back to School, Ready to Serve
As Citrus Heights students head back to school, it is a timely reminder that one of the most important ways we can serve the next generation is by listening to them…
Remember when Sunrise Mall had a model train set?
In the mid-1990s, during the height of indoor malls, a model train set built around the fountains in the main corridor of Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights entertained patrons of all ages for 12 hours a day, seven…
City to host workshop on proposed Mariposa extension of trail in Citrus Heights
The City of Citrus Heights is inviting residents to learn more about a proposed extension of the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail later this month, as plans move forward to expand the city’s trail network with a new segment along…
Letter from the Mayor: Back to School, Ready to Serve
As Citrus Heights students head back to school, it is a timely reminder that one of the most important ways we can serve the next generation is by listening to them…
Citrus Heights Food Truck Plaza to celebrate official ribbon cutting this weekend
A new gathering spot for food lovers in Citrus Heights has grown from two trucks to 10, and is preparing to celebrate its official grand opening this coming Saturday…
City announces bands for upcoming ‘Citrus Nights’ concerts in the park
The City of Citrus Heights has announced the featured musical acts for its returning Citrus Nights concert series, with local R&B band Mercy Me set to headline the first event later this month…
Citrus Heights arson case involving teens gains national attention
The near-tragedy of a local family who experienced arson when teenage girls threw a firework inside the bedroom of the home has gained national attention, landing in People Magazine’s official online website…
Looking for National Night Out events near you? We’ve got the 2026 list
In Citrus Heights this year, there are several registered National Night Out events planned throughout the city. All events take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. Starting times vary…
Citrus Heights HART to celebrate 10 years at annual Spaghetti Feed fundraiser
The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource team (HART) is celebrating its 10th anniversary during its annual Spaghetti Fest fundraiser slated for on Friday, Oct. 23…
Guest Opinion: City should have sought alternative sources before reducing CHPD staff
Within the numerous pages of the documents is an unnerving fact, employee reductions in both classifications. The number of police officers is being reduced by 9.5 full-time equivalents (positions) which may not seem a large number, but one…
