Find out where local road closures will be ahead of Sunday’s marathon
Several key road closures will be in effect during the upcoming annual California International Marathon, which is set to take place this Sunday, Dec. 8.
Local organizations seek donations for families in need this holiday season
Several community organizations in Citrus Heights are seeking donations in the month of December for children and families this holiday season…
Planters damaged again at Fair Oaks and Old Auburn Rd.
Brick planters at the intersection of Fair Oaks Boulevard and Old Auburn Road were struck again by vehicles amid recent rains…
Car show slated to kick off new business in Grand Oaks Plaza
By Mike Hazlip— A car and bike show scheduled for Saturday looks to kick off a new Citrus Heights business in Grand Oaks Plaza on Auburn Boulevard.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: military equipment, refugees, Ukraine aid
Latest local news briefs include a request from the Police Department authorizing the use of military equipment in Citrus Heights, a local pastor helping Ukrainian refugees, and an area couple seeking visas to get family members home to…
Guest Opinion: Sanctioned homeless camps are best option, for now
By Supervisor Sue Frost– We are all aware that the county’s homeless population has been growing and we can see the impacts every time we leave our houses.
City criticized over plan to remove 16 trees on Old Auburn Road
By Mike Hazlip— A tree removal plan from the city has drawn the ire of a resident who says the city did not solicit input from residents or sufficiently assess environmental impacts.
Homeless activity on Auburn Boulevard sparks calls of fires
By Mike Hazlip— A recently shuttered auto shop and ongoing issues with homeless activity near Auburn Boulevard and Van Maren Lane have drawn concern from a nearby business owner.
LETTER: Drug-addicted homeless should be forced into rehab
Letter by Inez Robertson, Sacramento– What a wonderful story of redemption! The problem of the homeless population is difficult to remedy.
Local little league opens first regular season after two years of pandemic
By Mike Hazlip– In a return to normalcy in Citrus Heights, Northridge Little League players and parents took the field Saturday amid cheers and a parade for the first full season since pandemic restricted large gatherings.
Rotating Citrus Heights homeless shelter program concludes for season
By Mike Hazlip— Over 800 volunteers and nine local churches provided a rotating winter shelter for area homeless in Citrus Heights during the darkest winter months, recently concluding operations on Feb. 25.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Redistricting, activities, school principal
Latest local news briefs include a new principal being sought for an elementary school in Citrus Heights, an upcoming third public hearing on redistricting, and a new activities guide released by the Sunrise Recreation and Parks District.
