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Hundreds gathered in red Big Day of Service t-shirts for a kickoff rally at Bella Vista, May 17, 2025.

Big Day of Service signups open April 15

For the second year in a row, Citrus Heights has joined in the Big Day of Service – a day dedicated to bringing community members together to complete dozens of community services projects throughout Orangevale, Fair Oaks and…

Alfred Sanchez visits inside Alberto's Mexican restaurant on Greenback Lane, after visiting and handing out supplies to unhoused in the area. // SB Williams

‘Snack Man’ still bringing food, supplies, compassion, to the streets

For nearly a decade, Alfred Sanchez, better known as “Snack Man,” to unhoused individuals in the city, has made it his mission to meet people where they are, offering food and supplies, along with connection and hope….

Mayor Marijane Lopez-Taff (left) stands with 2026 Chip in Hall of Fame winner Irene Hronicek during the awards ceremony at City Hall, April 5, 2026. // City of Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights honors HART leader with top volunteer award

The City of Citrus Heights has named longtime homeless advocate and integral part of the Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team Irene Hronicek as the 2026 recipient of its Chip-In Hall of Fame Award, recognizing her years of…

Ronald Jay Root (1960-2025) // Courtesy of Karen Root

Obituary: Ronald Ray Root (1960-2025)

Submitted by Karen Root– Ronald “Ron” Jay Root, 65, passed away the morning of July 18th, 2025, at his home in Citrus Heights. Ron was born on May 25th, 1960, in Oakland, California, to Ivan and Nancy Root.…

Letters to the Editor: Sunrise Mall, redevelopment

Latest Letters to the Editor discuss Sunrise Mall and the possibility of new ownership…

Ron Root (L) and Nick Kennedy (R) with one of the pumpkins the team grew in the 2023 season. A larger pumpkin than the one pictured here broke the state record for largest pumpkin in California, and placed second worldwide.

Citrus Heights pumpkin-growing legend dies

A Citrus Heights man who became legendary for growing the state’s largest pumpkin in 2023, has died.

The annual Stars and Stripes took place at Van Maren Park at the end of June, 2025. // SB Williams

Inaugural ‘Citrus Nights’ concert in the park planned for Citrus Heights this fall

A brand-new community event is coming to Citrus Heights this September…

Volunteers and future homeowners took part in a wall raising for newly constructed homes for the Sayonara Housing Project on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. // Charles McDonald Photography/Habitat for Humanity, Greater Sacramento

Applications for affordable homes in Citrus Heights now open

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is now accepting applications for the second phase of affordable homes for the Sayonara Housing Project in Citrus Heights…

Randy Ray Pitzner March 13, 1953 – July 24, 2025

Obituary: Randy Ray Pitzner (1953-2025)

Submitted by Sandy Pitzner.

A mural painted by artist Amie Nowell, one of many murals that are part of the new CH40 arts district. This small rendition of "Starry Night" is painted on the back of Elite Bicycles. // SB Williams

New Citrus Heights arts district to host parking lot party

The new CH 40 Arts District is set to kick off with a parking lot launch party on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.

The Citrus Heights Water District broke ground on two new specialized water wells on Aug. 6, 2025. // Citrus Heights Water District

Citrus Heights Water District breaks ground on new groundwater wells to boost supply reliability

Construction is underway on two new groundwater wells that Citrus Heights Water District leaders say will strengthen the community’s water reliability and lessen dependence on Folsom Lake during times of drought…

Vereans Community Center

Annual Hawaiian Luau at Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights canceled

The Veterans Community Center has announced that their annual Hawaiian Luau has been canceled this year, due to the passing of founder Jeanne Rounsavell.