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`Sac Metro Fire District Engine 27. // SB Williams

GoFundMe launched for family impacted by arson

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been launched by a family expecting a new baby whose nursery was destroyed due to suspected arson…

The Citrus Heights Water District announced rates will not increase, keeping rates below the average cost regionally.

Citrus Heights Water District opts to not increase water rates for 2026, 2027

The Citrus Heights Water District says rates for the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027 will not be going up, according to a district press release…

Fireworks booth at Fair Oaks Blvd. and Woodmore Oaks Drive.

2026: See the nonprofits behind these 24 fireworks booths in Citrus Heights

Each year, over a dozen nonprofits, churches and school booster clubs set up fireworks stands throughout Citrus Heights in hopes of raising money for their organization…

Citrus Heights Arts is planning to resume a sound wall mural project later this summer, after the project was delayed. // SB Williams

What’s going on with the sound wall mural project on Auburn Blvd?

“The wall is not an eyesore or unfinished by neglect. We are honoring the wishes of the gentleman who has planted the poppies there for the past 20 years,” Citrus Heights Arts said in an online announcement…

San Juan Unified to offer free summer meals for youth

San Juan Unified School District is offering free summer meals for children 18 years of age and younger, providing breakfast and lunch at three designated school sites throughout the summer, including at one Citrus Heights elementary school…

Five photos total from three photographers in three categories were selected as winners in the Postcards from Citrus Heights community photo contest, 2026. // City of Citrus Heights

‘Postcards from Citrus Heights’ photo contest winners announced

The City of Citrus Heights announced the winners of its community photo contest, dubbed ‘Postcards from Citrus Heights’ recognizing local photographers whose images highlighted the city’s urban forest…

Sacramento County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle. Stock photo // Mike Hazlip

Guest Column: Sacramento County Cannot Balance Its Budget on the Backs of Public Safety

In an update on social media posted on June 16, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors board member Rosario Rodriquez posted that the Board voted 4-1 on June 16 to reconsider funding for the Sheriff’s POP Team, which was…

National Night Out, Stacey Hanks, Citrus Heights

Letter from the Mayor: Safe Neighborhoods Start with Neighbors

National Night Out helps strengthen relationships, build trust, and reinforce the shared responsibility we all have in keeping our neighborhoods safe and welcoming. Organized by neighborhood volunteers across the city, these gatherings bring residents together with law enforcement,…

An old house built in 1939 on the corner of Mariposa Ave. and Watson Way has been completely remodeled since being purchased a year ago.

Major remodel transforms 1939 Citrus Heights home

An old 1939 home on the corner of Watson Way and Mariposa Avenue that sold one year ago continues to undergo a major remodel, with new roofing, and a complete overhaul of the front yard…

A newspaper cartoon generated by AI referencing a Letter to the Editor discussing vote count security measures

Letters to the Editor: Voting security, AI use in mural concepts

The latest Letters to the Editor discuss opinions on vote count security measures in California, and AI mural concept designs…

Sylvan Oaks Library in Citrus Heights to offer free lunch to youth through summer

A free lunch will be provided to children who are 18 years and younger beginning Tuesday, June 16, and running through Aug. 7…

Eight families were able to enter their new homes for the first time after a home dedication ceremony held by Habitat for Humanity on Sayonara Drive, Saturday, June 6, 2026.

‘Hope has a new address:’ Eight families receive keys to new Habitat for Humanity homes in Citrus Heights

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento celebrated a major milestone Saturday morning as the organization dedicated the first eight homes of the Sayonara housing project…