Citrus Heights band to continue with yard sale after rain delay
After postponing due to rainy weather, which delayed the ability for volunteers to set up merchandise, the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band’s annual fundraiser yard sale will continue this weekend and on into next weekend….
Blood Drive to be held at Citrus Heights City Hall
The City of Citrus Heights is hosting a blood drive in partnership with Vitalant to help collect blood for those in need, including Councilmember Tim Schaefer, who is fighting cancer.
Big Day of Giving: Nonprofits seek donations for Citrus Heights community programs
Multiple nonprofits are petitioning the community to donate toward various community causes that support Citrus Heights…
‘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….
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…
April Events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights
From garden sales and live music to civic events and community fundraisers, residents have a wide variety of opportunities for community engagement and fun…
Travel expo coming Citrus Heights
A travel-focused community event is coming to the Citrus Heights Event Center where local residents will have an opportunity to explore vacation options, meet travel experts, and learn about destinations around the world…
Citrus Heights man with deep roots celebrates 100th birthday
One of the oldest living residents of Citrus Heights recently marked a major milestone, celebrating his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends…
Winter Sanctuary serves over 1,000 meals, helps five find housing
This year, the Winter Sanctuary program in Citrus Heights welcomed 51 unhoused individuals during its seven weeks of rotating shelter from Jan. 4 through Feb. 22…
GUEST OPINION: Time to fix California’s broken public safety laws that endanger children
The time for reform is now. I urge my colleagues to change the law without delay. Governor Newsom must also hold the Parole Board accountable and prioritize the safety of our communities. California’s children deserve nothing less.
Grant workshops offered ahead of Shine Awards program deadline
The time to apply for Shine Awards is fast approaching, and the Sacramento Municipal Utility District wants to help prepare nonprofits who are interested in applying by offering virtual workshops…
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…
