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Large Citrus Heights landscaping supply shop shuts down
A landscaping supply shop specializing in hardscapes across from…

Citrus Heights council approves $7K grant for Backyard Bash event at Sunrise Mall
The City Council approved a $7,000 grant to the Sunrise MarketPlace, which will go toward a new Backyard Bash…

Sylvan Road closes temporarily after vehicle crashes into pole
Sylvan Road was closed in both directions for several hours early Tuesday morning after a vehicle collided…

Widespread internet outages prompt Citrus Heights restaurant closure
Amid widespread internet outages in the area, a local restaurant was forced to close in the afternoon on Monday following a widespread internet outage…

Citrus Heights native and former American Idol contestant dies at 47
Citrus Heights native and Contemporary Christian Music recording artist Mandisa passed away on Thursday, April 18 at her home in Nashville, Tennessee…

New security gates installed at Sylvan Oaks Library. Here’s why
The Sylvan Oaks Library recently added new security gates and fencing to its two entrances…

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Citrus Heights council members will meet Thursday to vote on whether to approve a $20,000 grant request to fund more public murals, consider a $60,000 contract, and…

Report of shots fired draws heavy presence from Citrus Heights police
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights Police last week responded to a call reporting gunshots fired on a private lane in the Sunrise Ranch neighborhood, but were unable to find any evidence authorities said…

SJUSD board to consider special election to fill Miller’s seat
An emergency meeting will take place this Friday to decide whether a special election will be held to fill the vacant school board seat left by Steve Miller, who passed away unexpectedly on March 25…

Opening ceremony for traveling Vietnam memorial set for March 29
A traveling, 375-foot-long “Wall That Heals” Vietnam memorial will be set up this week at Rusch Park, with an opening ceremony slated for March 29.

21,000-square-foot funeral center opens in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— A newly constructed funeral facility along Interstate 80 in Citrus Heights was dedicated during a ceremony at the site on Wednesday.

Citrus Heights projected to have $8M surplus this year
By Phillip Pesola– The days of budget cuts appear to be over in Citrus Heights, as the City Council earlier this month received a report showing a projected $8 million surplus this year…




