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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. 

Jeanne Rounsavell stands next to a photo and memorabilia of her late husband, Jim Rounsavell. // M. Hazlip

Veterans Community Center mourns loss of founder Jeanne Rounsavell

The Citrus Heights community is mourning the loss of Veterans Community Center co-founder Jeanne Rounsavell, who passed away on Sunday, Aug. 10, the Veterans Community Center announced.

San Juan High School

Historical highway placard unveiling planned in Citrus Heights

For history lovers and travel enthusiastic, a new historical placard will give residents and visitors a glimpse into the region’s historic past…

`Artist "Mammxth" stands in front of one of 2 murals he painted at Beach Hut Deli. // SB WIlliams

Meet the artist behind this Citrus Heights mural

Anyone who’s stepped inside Beach Hut Deli in Citrus Heights is bound to notice two beach-themed murals that lend bold creativity to the laid back atmosphere.

Community members and Citrus Heights Police gathered together at Foundation Christian Church for a National Night Out event hosted by CHASEN, Aug. 5, 2025. // SB Williams

Police, neighbors, businesses, celebrate National Night Out in Citrus Heights

This year, 14 registered National Night Out events took place throughout Citrus Heights on Tuesday, Aug. 5, including some inaugural events…

Several palm trees have been removed from the median on Sunrise Boulevard. // SB Williams

Why are some palm trees removed from Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights?

Several palm trees were removed from the median on Sunrise Boulevard between Sayonara Drive and Arcadia Drive, leaving many residents wondering why…

A showing of "The Little Mermaid" (2023) during a free swim and movie night hosted by Sunrise Recreation and Park District in August 2024.

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

From a family-friendly movie night at Rusch Park pool, and an ice cream social at Mesa Verde High School to live theater productions and a special presentation by the Citrus Heights Historical Society, this month offers a little…

Obituary: Charles Francis Burns (1937-2025)

Obituary: Charles Francis Burns (1937-2025)

Charles Francis Burns, 87, of Citrus Heights, California, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025…

A map from New California State's website, which shows all counties within California with existing New California State Committees in dark red and counties without New California State Committees in yellow. Map does not represent final state borders which must be determined by congress. // New California State https://www.newcaliforniastate.com/about-ncs

‘New California’ advocates seek to create 51st state, with vote in Citrus Heights

An organization seeking to split California into two states is hosting an in-person vote in counties across the state on Saturday, Aug. 2, with Citrus Heights serving as the voting location in Sacramento County…

Students prepare to enter the newly constructed San Juan High School for the first time in 1915.

Local grad to share San Juan High’s origins in Citrus Heights Historical Society presentation

The Citrus Heights Historical Society is inviting the community to a presentation on the origins of San Juan High School, one of the oldest institutions in the area.

Citrus Heights Water District

Citrus Heights Water District seeks applicants for Customer Advisory Committee

The Citrus Heights Water District is inviting local water district customers to apply for its Customer Advisory Committee…

A map showing the outlined vacant plots on Sayonara Drive where 26 new houses are to be constructed over three years. // City of Citrus Heights

Phase 2 of Sayonara housing project in Citrus Heights to begin accepting applications

Applications for eight new affordable homes in Citrus Heights will officially open on Aug. 8, as part of Phase 2 of a partnership project between Habitat for Humanity and the City of Citrus Heights.