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…
Citrus Heights community garden to host 2026 annual plant sale
The Sylvan Ranch Community Garden is hosting its 14th annual plant sale beginning April 11…
Art, uncertainty shape Ukrainian refugee’s new life in Citrus Heights
With nowhere safe to return to in her home country, a young Ukrainian artist featured at Citrus Heights City Hall faces an uncertain future…
LETTER: Sunrise Mall should become housing for homeless
Submitted by John Kyde– Why not take advantage of the unlimited homeless government wasteful funding and serve surrounding areas with complete low-wall cubicle housing…
March Events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights?
The community is preparing for spring this March with a full plate of events, including community meetings, an Easter celebration, a potluck and dinners, a theatrical production, and local fundraisers…
Reptile Depot hosting week-long customer appreciation celebration
The Aquarium and Reptile Depot in Citrus Heights is hosting a week-long celebration in honor of their 13th anniversary, with all community members invited…
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..
$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….
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….
Citrus Heights vice mayor reflects on personal growth, finding her voice
As she grew in knowledge through her experience, Middleton said she began to realize that she was elected to her position as a councilmember in the same way as all her colleagues…
New Citrus Heights juice shop to celebrate opening with music, food trucks
A new juice and ice cream shop in Citrus Heights is planning to celebrate their opening through a community event for all ages this Friday…
7 Volunteer opportunities in Citrus Heights
If you’re looking for places to give back to the community, we’ve compiled a list of organizations with volunteer opportunities where residents can get involved this year in the city…
