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Hundreds gathered in red Big Day of Service t-shirts for a kickoff rally at Bella Vista, May 17, 2025.

Volunteers tackle beautification, encouragement projects across Citrus Heights in first Big Day of Service

Citrus Heights participated in its first Big Day of Service on Saturday, May 17, contributing dozens of volunteers to 10 projects at various schools, nonprofits, and parks…

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Citrus Heights Police dispatch center remodel project grows to $1.2M

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday approved the latest contract for work on a $1.24 million Police Department Communications Center remodel project….

Rendering of a proposes delf-serve CRV drop off kiosk submitted to the city by Ivan's Recycling LLC.

Self-serve CRV drop off proposed at Copperwood Square

A local recycling center owner is proposing a new self-service bag drop recycling center in the FoodMaxx shopping center…

roadwork ahead sign

Sunrise Boulevard resurfacing to begin May 12 in Citrus Heights

The city is launching the Sunrise Boulevard resurfacing project, beginning the evening of Monday, May 12…

Construction workers have demolished sidewalks along Auburn Blvd. for the Auburn Blvd. Complete Streets Project Phase 2.

What’s going on with the roads in Citrus Heights?

Amid ongoing public complaints about deteriorating road conditions in the city, Citrus Heights General Services Director Regina Cave sat down for an interview to address residents’ questions…

Heavy construction equipment can be seen on the future site of a three-story apartment complex on Sunrise Vista Drive. // SB Williams

Construction underway on new apartment complex behind Sunrise Mall

After three years, amid controversy and delays with the project, heavy construction equipment could be seen this week on Sunrise Vista Drive…

Mesa Verde Alum stands with fellow cast members and the writer of "The Jacket" during the SacTown Movie Buffs Film Festival on April 26, 2025. From left to right: Rising Star winner Rona Bernadette, Best Original Screenplay writer Cheryl Bealer-Wynton, Best Supporting Actress winner Janine Romney, Best Actor winner Chris Laird. // Chris Laird

Citrus Heights native wins second film festival award

Local Mesa Verde High School alum Chris Laird took home a Best Actor award from the SacTown Movie Buffs film festival…

Larry Fritz stands with his wife, Maria Fritz, and mother-in-law Lucy Pitogo in front of his new home in Citrus Heights

From Orangevale to Citrus Heights: Local history advocate returns to his roots

After more than three decades living in Orangevale, Citrus Heights Historical Society President Larry Fritz and his wife have officially moved…

A portion of the Sunrise Mall leading to the former Sears building appears to be blocked off.

Why is Sunrise Mall redevelopment taking so long to start?

With multiple businesses closing inside Sunrise Mall and rumors online alleging the imminent demolition of the mall, many residents have voiced concerns regarding the 20-year timeline of redevelopment…

Sunrise Mall

Sunrise Mall: A future in limbo for businesses inside

The fate of Sunrise Mall businesses hangs in the balance as Ethan Conrad Properties has dropped plans to purchase the remaining 50 acres of the Sunrise Mall property…

Big Day of Giving: Citrus Heights nonprofits seek community support, request donations

Below are five local nonprofits that are petitioning the community to donate to various causes…

An estimated 140 community members filled the City Council Chambers on Wednesday, April 23 to hear an amendment proposal to the Sunrise Tomorrow Specific Plan. // Mike Hazlip

Why Citrus Heights said ‘no’ to Sunrise Mall amendment proposal

By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights City Council, with an estimated 140 community members, and Ethan Conrad, CEO of Ethan Conrad Properties, discussed the Sunrise Mall’s future late into the night last Wednesday, culminating in the rejection…