
Rusch Park skate park sports new mural artwork
Another mural has been added at Rusch Community Park, this time at the skate park…

May events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights this month
From concerts and bike rides to charity events and Memorial Day ceremonies, Citrus Heights offers a wide variety of ways to get involved…

San Juan Auto Club to host car competition fundraiser
A community car meet competition aimed at supporting local high school students is scheduled for this Saturday, April 25…

Citrus Heights nonprofit collecting toys for troops
A local nonprofit has returned again for 2025 to help collect toys for children of military personnel.

Voting now open for 2025 ‘Best Lights’ in Citrus Heights’
Voting is now open for the 2025 Best Lights in Citrus Heights annual holiday contest hosted by the City of Citrus Heights, that celebrates the best decorated homes in the city.

Second annual Park District tree lighting held at Rusch Park
By Sara Beth Williams– The Sunrise Recreation and Park District held its second annual “Sunrise Lights the Night” tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 6. The event featured lighting a tree that was planted in 2024, plus photo…

Guest Column: Closing the illegal camping loophole
By Supervisor Rosario Rodriguez– Over the last several years, homelessness in Sacramento County has changed dramatically…

Santa returns to Sunrise Mall in a new location
By Sara Beth Williams– Photos with Santa Claus at Sunrise Mall might look a little different this year, as Santa has arrived at Sunrise Mall, but in a different location. This year, families will find him set up…

Obituary: Louis William Martel III (1951-2025)
Louis “Lou” William Martell III passed quietly on September 10, 2025, from natural causes, with his loving son Louis IV and daughter Gwendolyn at his bedside…

Local veteran to host Christmas with Santa, toy drive, in Citrus Heights
This holiday season, Citrus Heights resident and former veteran George Frey is stepping into the role of Santa Claus in an effort to both bring joy and happiness to kids and to help provide for families in need…

Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest for 2025 now accepting nominations
The city’s 2025 “Best Lights in Citrus Heights” contest is now accepting nominations through Dec. 8.

Road closures in Citrus Heights for the 2025 California International Marathon
Several key road closures will be in effect during the upcoming annual California International Marathon, which is set to take place this Sunday, Dec. 8.




