Pet pigeon in Citrus Heights nominated in Nationwide’s Wacky Pet Names contest
A local pet pigeon from Citrus Heights was nominated for a rather unusual recognition: an annual Wacky Pet Names contest hosted by a pet insurance company…
Citrus Heights Marching Band to host annual yard sale
The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band is inviting residents to shop for bargains while supporting local youth music programs during their annual multi-day yard sale fundraiser scheduled across two weekends in May…
MVHS math teacher retiring after storied career spanning 38 years
For nearly four decades, Michael Peoples has taught math at Mesa Verde High School, a career he describes as a calling. Now, he says, it’s time to “pass the torch.”…
City seeks nominations for 2nd annual ‘Chip In’ volunteer award
The City of Citrus Heights is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Chip-In Hall of Fame Award, recognizing residents who go above and beyond…
Mesa Verde Theater to present ‘Clue: On Stage”
The Mesa Verde Drama Career Technical Education program is slated to present the mystery comedy production of Clue, with an opening night of Thursday, March 5…
LETTER: Sunrise Mall should become housing for homeless
Submitted by John Kyde– Why not take advantage of the unlimited homeless government wasteful funding and serve surrounding areas with complete low-wall cubicle housing…
March Events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights?
The community is preparing for spring this March with a full plate of events, including community meetings, an Easter celebration, a potluck and dinners, a theatrical production, and local fundraisers…
Reptile Depot hosting week-long customer appreciation celebration
The Aquarium and Reptile Depot in Citrus Heights is hosting a week-long celebration in honor of their 13th anniversary, with all community members invited…
LETTER: Why not move Citrus Heights police station to Sunrise Mall?
Submitted by William Ferris– Why don’t the Citrus Heights City Council quit making plans for the Sunrise Mall Shopping center and put..
$3.1M still needed for replica Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall project
The construction of the first West Coast replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall is moving closer to becoming a reality, as the nonprofit spearheading the project continues to raise funds and awareness….
Voting for popular ‘City Scoop’ ice cream social spots underway
Voting is now currently open for this year’s annual City Scoop ice cream social summer series locations, with a Feb. 17 deadline….
Citrus Heights vice mayor reflects on personal growth, finding her voice
As she grew in knowledge through her experience, Middleton said she began to realize that she was elected to her position as a councilmember in the same way as all her colleagues…
