The inspiration behind this Veterans-Themed mural at Stones Gambling Hall
By Sara Beth Williams– A veteran-themed mural graces a portion of the wall on Stones Gambling Hall’s parking garage in Citrus Heights, standing as a public tribute to the men and women who served in the Vietnam War.…
Citrus Heights Arts seeking community artists to contribute to large mural
By Sara Beth Williams– Citrus Heights Arts has announced plans for a new community mural project that will soon bring color and creativity to a long stretch of retaining wall along Auburn Boulevard. The mural, which will be…
Citrus Heights Police accepting food, gifts donations for annual Operation Holiday Cheer
The Citrus Heights Police Department is now accepting family nominations and donations of food, unwrapped gifts, and other items for its 17th annual Operation Holiday Cheer…
Mesa Verde alum wins ‘Rising Star’ award at Sac film festival
Mesa Verde High School alumnus Chris Laird recently received the Rising Star Award at the SacTown Movie Buffs Film Festival on April 5 in downtown Sacramento for his role in…
LETTER: I’m no fan of Sue Frost, but she’s spot on about ‘going green’
By Laura Belcher, Citrus Heights– I like to preface this response by saying that I’ve never been a fan of Sue Frost and her opinions or policies. However on the matter of going green, I absolutely agree with…
Meals on Wheels for seniors returns to Citrus Heights
By Sara Beth Williams– The City of Citrus Heights last month announced the return of a Meals on Wheels program to local seniors, with lunches now served three days a week…
Grand opening of new 2.9-mile trail in Citrus Heights set for May
The City of Citrus Heights is inviting community members and neighbors to join in the grand opening for the new 2.9-mile Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail…
Citrus Heights ‘City Scoop’ summer event series to return in 2024
By Sara Beth Williams– The City of Citrus Heights recently announced the return of the City Scoop Summer Series in an April 1 post on its Facebook page, inviting residents to vote on preferred locations for 2024.
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…
