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A parole board hearing was held Wednesday March 18 at 9 a.m. to evaluate several offenders' parole cases. // CH Sentinel

GUEST OPINION: Time to fix California’s broken public safety laws that endanger children

The time for reform is now. I urge my colleagues to change the law without delay. Governor Newsom must also hold the Parole Board accountable and prioritize the safety of our communities. California’s children deserve nothing less.

29 nonprofit organizations benefited from more than $580,000 in funding from SMUD’s annual Shine program, March 25, 2024. // SMUD press release.

Grant workshops offered ahead of Shine Awards program deadline

The time to apply for Shine Awards is fast approaching, and the Sacramento Municipal Utility District wants to help prepare nonprofits who are interested in applying by offering virtual workshops…

20 elected officials gathered together at the Sacramento Public Library for a meeting to discuss how to approach and improve homelessness and behavioral health in Sacramento County. Oct. 28, 2025. // SB Williams

GUEST COLUMN: SB 802 risks creating another LA-style homelessness bureaucracy

A bill moving through the State Legislature, SB 802, would create a new regional homelessness governing structure for our county. On paper, it sounds cooperative and coordinated. But before we rush into a new system, we should look…

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.

Mosquito.

More ground spraying for mosquitos scheduled for Citrus Heights

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District has announced plans to conduct ground spraying in parts of Sacramento County early Wednesday morning, July 2…