Citrus Heights pumpkin-growing legend dies
A Citrus Heights man who became legendary for growing the state’s largest pumpkin in 2023, has died.
Inaugural ‘Citrus Nights’ concert in the park planned for Citrus Heights this fall
A brand-new community event is coming to Citrus Heights this September…
Applications for affordable homes in Citrus Heights now open
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is now accepting applications for the second phase of affordable homes for the Sayonara Housing Project in Citrus Heights…
Citrus Heights teens give back in ‘Love this City’ community service project
Students spent Spring Break giving back to the local community by helping establish a gardening center at a local K-8 school in Citrus Heights…
Assemblyman names new Citrus Heights Chamber exec ‘Woman of the Year’
Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) recognized Sheri Merrick as the 7th Assembly District’s Woman of the Year for 2024 last week during an annual celebration.
April Events: what’s happening in Citrus Heights this month?
By Sara Beth Williams– Events in April around Citrus Heights include theatrical productions, a car show, volunteer and charity opportunities, and a book sale at the local library…
Rain prompts shift in plans at Rusch Park Easter Egg Hunt
By Sara Beth Williams– Rainfall on Saturday prompted a shift to a drive-thru event at the Kiwanis Club’s annual Easter egg hunt held at Rusch Community Park…
LETTERS: Are red light cameras a good thing in Citrus Heights?
By Ian Garber, Citrus Heights– I don’t feel that the cameras are a deterrent to drivers running red light traffic lights. My observation has been that the cameras catch the roll-through of right turns…
Guest Column: What Citrus Heights residents should know about the real impact of going green
By Sue Frost– As a Sacramento County Supervisor, I prioritize the safety and well-being of our community above all my efforts, including my efforts in Citrus Heights. California’s ambitious goal to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2030 is…
Stones casino to host annual Vietnam Veterans Luncheon
By Sara Beth Williams– An annual Vietnam Veterans Luncheon is set to be held March 28 at Stones Gambling Hall, in recognition of National Vietnam War Veterans Day…
Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce welcomes new executive director
By Sara Beth Williams– Sheri Merrick has been selected as the new executive director of the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce, following the chamber’s prior director stepping down in January…
Nearby city eyes Citrus Heights’ neighborhood model
By Mike Hazlip– Several hundred residents on Monday attended a community potluck at the Citrus Heights Community Center, which featured a speaker from Rancho Cordova who praised the city’s neighborhood model for community engagement…
