Obituary: Ronald Ray Root (1960-2025)
Submitted by Karen Root– Ronald “Ron” Jay Root, 65, passed away the morning of July 18th, 2025, at his home in Citrus Heights. Ron was born on May 25th, 1960, in Oakland, California, to Ivan and Nancy Root.…
Letters to the Editor: Sunrise Mall, redevelopment
Latest Letters to the Editor discuss Sunrise Mall and the possibility of new ownership…
Citrus Heights pumpkin-growing legend dies
A Citrus Heights man who became legendary for growing the state’s largest pumpkin in 2023, has died.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Teriyaki, Vietnamese eatery, emergency training
Latest local news briefs include a new Vietnamese restaurant planning to open in Citrus Heights, a free “Stop the Bleed” emergency training being offered at a local fire station, and a teriyaki franchise reportedly eyeing a new location…
SMUD proposes double-digit rate hike by 2025
By Mike Hazlip— In an effort to address inflation as well as fund wildfire prevention and clean energy needs, the Sacramento Municipal Utility District will hold a public hearing later this month regarding a series of proposed rate…
Rescue group collaborating with police to round up rabbits at local park
By Sara Beth Williams– In an update to the City Council last month, police and a local animal rescue group said significant progress has been made in rescuing domesticated rabbits illegally abandoned at Crosswoods Community Park, near Sylvan…
Historic Rusch Home finds new use as hub for homeschool enrichment academy
By Sara Beth Williams– A local sports and enrichment academy is utilizing the historic Rusch Home and Gardens in Citrus Heights as a place to teach various classes to students of local homeschooling families…
Neighbors, police come together for National Night Out
By Mike Hazlip— For more than three decades, the Woodmore Oaks Neighborhood Watch group on the border of Citrus Heights and Orangevale has been hosting its annual National Night Out event as a way to build community…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: rabbits, home sales, obituary
Latest local news briefs include top recent home sales, an update on rabbit rescue efforts near Sylvan Oaks Library, and an obituary of a 42-year resident of Citrus Heights…
August Events: What’s happening around Citrus Heights?
Events happening in Citrus Heights this August include a car show at Sunrise Mall, several theatrical performances, a city-sponsored ice cream social at the Sylvan Community Center, and a music and arts event in the Marketplace at Birdcage…
2023 National Night Out events planned across Citrus Heights
Local neighborhood associations and organizations in Citrus Heights are gearing up for National Night Out this year with plans for various events around the city on August 1…
Citrus Heights meal company launches culinary training for students
A Citrus Heights-based meal preparation company is working with a local nonprofit to provide culinary training to students and youths with disabilities, enabling them to begin a career in the restaurant industry…
