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An AI generated image reflecting the Letter to the Editor: Move the Citrus Heights Police to Sunrise Mall. / CH Sentinel

LETTER: Why not move Citrus Heights police station to Sunrise Mall?

Submitted by William Ferris– Why don’t the Citrus Heights City Council quit making plans for the Sunrise Mall Shopping center and put..

The Citrus Heights Veterans Memorial Project nonprofit released a new rendering of a 96 % replica Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall that they plan to construct at Calvery Cemetery in Citrus Heights. Feb. 11, 2026. // SB Williams

$3.1M still needed for replica Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall project

The construction of the first West Coast replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall is moving closer to becoming a reality, as the nonprofit spearheading the project continues to raise funds and awareness….

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Voting for popular ‘City Scoop’ ice cream social spots underway

Voting is now currently open for this year’s annual City Scoop ice cream social summer series locations, with a Feb. 17 deadline….

A 75th anniversary celebration of the Sunrise Recreation and Park District was held at Rusch Park on Oct. 4, 2025. // SB Williams

Park District celebrates 75 years with fireworks, music at Rusch Park

The Sunrise Recreation and Park District marked a major milestone of 75 years with a community jubilee event on Oct. 4 that filled Rusch Park with music and lights…

Pumpkin Farm in Citrus Heights. Photo credit: Luke Otterstad

Halloween and harvest festival events happening in Citrus Heights this month

From family-friendly trunk-or-treats to school fall festivals, local organizations and schools are offering a variety of events for residents to enjoy…

Volunteers serving the city of Citrus Heights // City of Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights to host fall ‘Chip-In’ volunteer day

Citrus Heights is calling on residents and community groups to roll up their sleeves for the city’s upcoming Chip-In Day volunteer event..

US Army veteran Geno Bartucco leads other vets in a final salute to "Mom" during a memorial service for Jeanne Rounsavell at the Veterans Community Center, Sept. 27. 2025. // SB Williams

Community honors Jeanne Rounsavell, co-founder of Citrus Heights Veterans Center

Dozens of local community members gathered together to honor the late co-founder of the Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights during a memorial service…

The city's first "Citrus Nights' concert in the park event took place Sept. 19, 2025. // SB Williams

October Events 2025: What’s happening in Citrus Heights this month?

Besides Halloween and harvest-themed events, October offers residents plenty of activities for all ages, including a 75th anniversary jubilee celebration, art festivals, a San Juan High School all-class reunion, and several fundraisers.

Hot August Bites, Rusch Park, Michele Saario

Car show fundraiser planned for Citrus Heights Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall

Plans are moving forward on the long-anticipated Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica wall in Citrus Heights, with two major fundraising events…

The 75th anniversary jubilee is being held in honor of the gifting of 15 acres of ranch land, donated by Fred and Julia Rusch in 1950. The Rusch Home and Gardens still stands at Rusch Park to this day.

15 fun facts about Rusch Park

In honor of the Sunrise Recreation and Park District’s 75th anniversary, here are 15 fun facts all about Rusch Park…

Long time police department volunteer Charlotte Corothers standing with Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte. // Citrus Heights Police Department

Citrus Heights Council, police department, honor longtime city volunteer

The Citrus Heights community is mourning the loss of Charlotte Corothers, a police department volunteer who recently passed away.

"Underwater Rocks" painted by Susan Ballenger. Acrylic on Board. Retail value: $1,200. // PBS KVIE Art Auction contemporary art winners page

Citrus Heights artist wins award, will be featured in PBS KVIE Art Auction

Local artist Susan Ballenger has earned a Juror Award in the Contemporary category of the PBS KVIE Art Auction for her piece “Underwater Rocks.