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A sophisticated model train setup was displayed inside Sunrise Mall in the mid 1990s. // Citrus Heights Historical Society

Remember when Sunrise Mall had a model train?

In the mid-1990s, during the height of indoor malls, a model train set built around the fountains in the main corridor of Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights entertained patrons of all ages for 12 hours a day, seven…

A preliminary proposed trail route is available on the city's website, and according to the city, the exact trail alignment is still being developed. The project limits are shown in red. // City of Citrus Heights

City to host workshop on proposed Mariposa extension of trail in Citrus Heights

The event will be held at the Sayonara Community Center on Aug. 18, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., located at 7836 Sayonara Drive…

Citrus Heights Mayor MariJane Lopez-Taff (2026) sends out monthly letters to the Citrus Heights community centered around community service. They are published in a variety of places online. // CH Sentinel

Letter from the Mayor: Back to School, Ready to Serve

As Citrus Heights students head back to school, it is a timely reminder that one of the most important ways we can serve the next generation is by listening to them…

Sacramento County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle. Stock photo // Mike Hazlip

Guest Column: Sacramento County Cannot Balance Its Budget on the Backs of Public Safety

In an update on social media posted on June 16, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors board member Rosario Rodriquez posted that the Board voted 4-1 on June 16 to reconsider funding for the Sheriff’s POP Team, which was…

National Night Out, Stacey Hanks, Citrus Heights

Letter from the Mayor: Safe Neighborhoods Start with Neighbors

National Night Out helps strengthen relationships, build trust, and reinforce the shared responsibility we all have in keeping our neighborhoods safe and welcoming. Organized by neighborhood volunteers across the city, these gatherings bring residents together with law enforcement,…

An old house built in 1939 on the corner of Mariposa Ave. and Watson Way has been completely remodeled since being purchased a year ago.

Major remodel transforms 1939 Citrus Heights home

An old 1939 home on the corner of Watson Way and Mariposa Avenue that sold one year ago continues to undergo a major remodel, with new roofing, and a complete overhaul of the front yard…

A newspaper cartoon generated by AI referencing a Letter to the Editor discussing vote count security measures

Letters to the Editor: Voting security, AI use in mural concepts

The latest Letters to the Editor discuss opinions on vote count security measures in California, and AI mural concept designs…

Sylvan Oaks Library in Citrus Heights to offer free lunch to youth through summer

A free lunch will be provided to children who are 18 years and younger beginning Tuesday, June 16, and running through Aug. 7…

Eight families were able to enter their new homes for the first time after a home dedication ceremony held by Habitat for Humanity on Sayonara Drive, Saturday, June 6, 2026.

‘Hope has a new address:’ Eight families receive keys to new Habitat for Humanity homes in Citrus Heights

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento celebrated a major milestone Saturday morning as the organization dedicated the first eight homes of the Sayonara housing project…

Option 2 out of 4 mural concept designs was selected via community voting as the winner for a proposed mural to be painted on the wall of Citrus Heights City Hall. // Citrus Heights Arts

Citrus Heights Arts announces winning design for City Hall mural following community vote

Citrus Heights Arts has announced the results of its recent community mural voting, confirming that option 2 out of four mural concept design choices, has been selected as the winning design…

Mercy & the Heartbeats recently performed live at the annual Stars & Stripes patriotic celebration. // SB Williams

Stars and Stripes celebration in Citrus Heights to return for its fourth year

The annual Stars and Stripes Independence Day celebration is returning for a third year to Van Maren Park on Saturday, June 27…

Ice cream cones, stock photo

Citrus Heights to host two City Scoop ice cream socials in 2026

The City of Citrus Heights recently announced two new locations for the annual City Scoop ice cream social community gatherings…