Obituary: Louis William Martel III (1951-2025)
Louis “Lou” William Martell III passed quietly on September 10, 2025, from natural causes, with his loving son Louis IV and daughter Gwendolyn at his bedside…
Local veteran to host Christmas with Santa, toy drive, in Citrus Heights
This holiday season, Citrus Heights resident and former veteran George Frey is stepping into the role of Santa Claus in an effort to both bring joy and happiness to kids and to help provide for families in need…
Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest for 2025 now accepting nominations
The city’s 2025 “Best Lights in Citrus Heights” contest is now accepting nominations through Dec. 8.
Family, dog, reunite with local fire crews who rescued them
David Hoffman and his dog Maya on Monday reunited with the Citrus Heights fire crews who saved both the lives of Maya and his wife from a fire on Aug. 15…
Traveling circus returning to Sunrise Mall in September
The Circus Caballero will again return to Citrus Heights this year, with showtimes beginning Sept. 19…
Classic car show to be held in honor of longtime little league coach
Citrus Heights Little League is inviting those who knew Jerry “Garsh” Garcia to a classic car show on Sunday, Sept. 15 at McDonald Field.
Local baseball club to bring back classic uniforms for milestone celebration
A local baseball and softball club that calls Citrus Heights home will mark its third decade of playing ball next year…
Ribbon cutting kicks off plans for playground for children with disabilities
Community members and business leaders gathered at San Juan Park last month to kickoff efforts to build Mike’s Playground, a playground that will accommodate children living with disabilities…
Annual 9/11 memorial service to be held at Sylvan Cemetery
A 9/11 memorial ceremony will be held at Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024…
Memorial for longtime Citrus Heights Little League coach draws hundreds
Local residents impacted by the life of Jerry Garcia gathered in the shade at Garsh Field in Rusch Community Park on Saturday to celebrate Garcia’s long legacy within Citrus Heights…
Citrus Heights PD mourns loss of longtime animal services officer
Animal Services Officer Ruben Hernandez passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Sept. 1, the Citrus Heights Police Department announced on Wednesday…
LETTER: A public ‘thank you’ to Bret Daniels
By Lynn Avery, Citrus Heights— My husband (now deceased) and I moved here in 1990– (34) years ago. We have (had) been very active in local politics…
