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Nonfiction Author Ray Juarez Jr. holds his latest book, "Homeless by Choice: A memoir of Love, Hate, and Forgiveness." // Courtesy of Ray Juarez Jr. PR team

‘Homeless by Choice’ author to host book signing in Citrus Heights

By Sara Beth Williams– Nonfiction author Roy Juarez, Jr. is coming to Citrus Heights on Friday, Aug. 1, for a book signing at Barnes & Noble in the Marketplace at Birdcage. The event is part of his statewide…

Kathy Morris, right, stands near a table set up at C-Bar-C Park on Aug. 2, for National Night Out. // M. Hazlip

Citrus Heights neighborhoods plan National Night Out events for 2025

In Citrus Heights this year, there are several registered National Night Out events throughout the city…

A photo showing mill and fill work on Antelope Road. // City of Citrus Heights

Roadwork taking place on Old Auburn Road

Road work on sections of Old Auburn Road in Citrus Heights began on July 21 and will continue through August 1, according to the city.

Rusch Park, Citrus Heights

Church to host community Bubble Party at Rusch Park

Grace Communion Church is inviting the community to its inaugural Bubble Party at Rusch Community Park on Saturday…

Th first City Scoop ice cream social for 2025 was held at San Juan High School on June 4, 2025. // SB Williams

Citrus Heights City Scoop coming to Van Maren Park

This summer, City Scoop is slated to take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at three new locations throughout the city, including Van Maren Park…

National Night Out 2024 at Ascension Lutheran Church

Citrus Heights Police encourage community to participate in National Night Out

By Sara Beth Williams– The City of Citrus Heights and the Citrus Heights Police Department are inviting residents to participate in this year’s National Night Out, set for Tuesday, August 5, 2025. National Night Out is a nationwide…

SMUD workers were on scene Tuesday morning repairing a pole following a vehicle collision earlier in the morning. March 4, 2025.

SMUD opens SHINE Award grant application period for nonprofits

SMUD’s annual SHINE Awards grant program is now seeking applications…

River City Chiropractic staff celebrated a win at the 2024 "Best of Citrus Heights" awards.

Online voting open for 2025 ‘Best of Citrus Heights’ awards

Voting kicked off on July 1 for the 20th annual “Best of Citrus Heights” awards, and will continue through July 31.

Mosquito.

Update: Ground mosquito spraying scheduled for Citrus Heights

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District has announced updated plans to conduct ground spraying in Citrus Heights…

A rendering of a possible roundabout at the intersection of Old Auburn Road and Wachtel Way. // City of Citrus Heights

Letters to the Editor: illegal fireworks, roundabouts

This week’s Letters to the Editor discuss illegal fireworks and roundabouts…

An aerial image of a vacant lot on Greenback Ln. with a troubled past is listed for sale. // SB Williams

Commercial lot with troubled past on Greenback Lane listed for $350K

A vacant lot that was once home to a blighted commercial building is on the market for a second time in two years, this time with a higher price tag….

The city estimates 7,000 people attended the 3rd annual Stars & Stripes patriotic celebration, June 28, 2025. // SB Williams

Citrus Heights Stars and Stripes draws thousands to Van Maren Park

Thousands gathered in Van Maren Park on June 28, 2025, for the third annual Stars and Stripes celebration…