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.
August events: What’s happening in Citrus Heights this month?
Events happening in Citrus Heights during the month of August include a theater production, the return of a comic con to Sunrise Mall, several community and fundraising events, and a swim and movie night…
Citrus Heights neighborhoods plan National Night Out events for 2024
In Citrus Heights this year, there are seven registered National Night Out events throughout the city…
Local Citrus Heights food drive nears $15k goal, seeks more donations
The Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet’s annual Independence from Hunger food drive has raised nearly $12,000 so far in 2024…
Real Estate Bargains: What can you buy for under $400K in Citrus Heights?
Soaring housing prices have made it a challenge for buyers seeking a single-family home for under $400,000, but in Citrus Heights there’s some options available…
Guest Opinion: California’s Air Resource Board is off the rails
By Sue Frost– I would love to be able to drive an affordable car that hovers over traffic and runs on a spoonful of tap water, but since that technology doesn’t exist, it would be crazy to impose…
Resident seeks to boost involvement in Citrus Heights neighborhood
Citrus Heights resident Elyjah Wilbur is working to help turn his once-inactive neighborhood area to the north of Interstate 80 into an “active and thriving” group of residents…
Local artist completes 41-foot public mural on Oak Avenue
Amie Nowell, a local artist and founder of The Healing Palette, has finished a new mural at the corner of Oak Avenue and Wachtel Way in Citrus Heights…
7 family friendly things to do in Citrus Heights
Families looking for local places to keep kids occupied throughout the summer months in Citrus Heights, can find a limited range of opportunities including a skating rink, bowling alley, gaming cafe and kids’ playhouse and arcade…
Record attendance at Citrus Heights ‘Stars and Stripes’ celebration
Thousands gathered in Van Maren Park on June 29 for the second annual Stars and Stripes celebration hosted by the city…
