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$21M San Juan High School stadium project nears completion

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

The newly modernized football stadium at San Juan High School is nearing completion, with a ribbon cutting expected to take place at the end of April, district officials said Wednesday…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: March 19-25

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show a decrease in traffic accidents, and an increase in homeless-related incidents. Below are the latest police incident logs from March 19-25, 2026. ..

Survey Results: Citrus Heights residents rank roads, safety as top priorities

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

Results from the latest FlashVote survey issued by the city of Citrus Heights show that road conditions, public safety and security, and community cleanliness continue to rank as top priorities…

Local housing analyst: Prices down slightly in region for 2026

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

The spring real estate market in Citrus Heights and the surrounding region is beginning to take shape, with softer housing prices overall compared to last year, local real estate appraiser…

Citrus Heights bakery relocating just across the border

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

A popular bakery is moving from the Marketplace at Birdcage to a new suite down the street just outside the border of Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights man with deep roots celebrates 100th birthday

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

One of the oldest living residents of Citrus Heights recently marked a major milestone, celebrating his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends…

New nail lounge coming to Marketplace at Birdcage

Sara Beth Williams–March 26, 2026

A new luxury nail and beauty lounge is expected to open this summer. at the Marketplace at Birdcage, the salon’s owner says.

Driver hospitalized after collision near San Juan High School

Sara Beth Williams–March 26, 2026

One driver allegedly ran a red light, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department.

Winter Sanctuary serves over 1,000 meals, helps five find housing

Sara Beth Williams–March 26, 2026

This year, the Winter Sanctuary program in Citrus Heights welcomed 51 unhoused individuals during its seven weeks of rotating shelter from Jan. 4 through Feb. 22…

Two students on board school bus involved in collision

Sara Beth Williams–March 25, 2026

Tuesday afternoon, a San Juan Unified school bus was involved in a traffic collision on Antelope Road, near Sunrise Boulevard, the San Juan Unified School District confirmed Wednesday…

Power pole, home, damaged after solo vehicle collision

Sara Beth Williams–March 25, 2026

A solo vehicle collided with a power pole on Tuesday afternoon, causing damage and loss of power to a handful of Citrus Heights SMUD customers,..

GUEST OPINION: Time to fix California’s broken public safety laws that endanger children

Sara Beth Williams–March 24, 2026

The time for reform is now. I urge my colleagues to change the law without delay. Governor Newsom must also hold the Parole Board accountable and prioritize the safety of…

Citrus Heights council meeting cancelled for March 25

Sara Beth Williams–March 24, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council will not be holding its regularly scheduled second meeting on March 25, 2026, according to a notice posted by the city on Friday…

Grant workshops offered ahead of Shine Awards program deadline

Sara Beth Williams–March 24, 2026

The time to apply for Shine Awards is fast approaching, and the Sacramento Municipal Utility District wants to help prepare nonprofits who are interested in applying by offering virtual workshops…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: March 12-18

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show a decrease in animal control calls, and an increase in theft…

Wendy’s plans hundreds of closures nationwide. Could Citrus Heights be affected?

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

Fast-food chain The Wendy’s Company plans to close hundreds of underperforming restaurants across the United States during the first half of 2026…

City: Upcoming night roadwork, repaving slated for Madison Avenue

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

Drivers traveling along Madison Avenue should expect overnight lane reductions beginning Sunday as Sacramento County starts a roadway improvement project between San Juan Avenue and Fair Oaks Boulevard…

GUEST COLUMN: SB 802 risks creating another LA-style homelessness bureaucracy

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

A bill moving through the State Legislature, SB 802, would create a new regional homelessness governing structure for our county. On paper, it sounds cooperative and coordinated. But before we…

Citrus Heights community garden to host 2026 annual plant sale

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

The Sylvan Ranch Community Garden is hosting its 14th annual plant sale beginning April 11…

Art, uncertainty shape Ukrainian refugee’s new life in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

With nowhere safe to return to in her home country, a young Ukrainian artist featured at Citrus Heights City Hall faces an uncertain future…

Popular Sacramento thrift shop relocates to Citrus Heights for larger space

Sara Beth Williams–March 21, 2026

A new thrift store offering items for only a dollar each held a soft opening in Citrus Heights on Friday…

‘Bittersweet’: Final session at Rollerland draws over 350 attendees

Sara Beth Williams–March 19, 2026

The roller rink owners advertised the last session in a newsletter to subscribers and on their social media pages, saying online purchasing would guarantee entry. Tickets for the Sunday night…

Sylvan Road lot split request faces local opposition

Sara Beth Williams–March 19, 2026

A proposed lot split on Sylvan Road could negatively impact the Veterans Community Center if the future parcels are developed into duplexes, Veterans Center representatives warn.

Parole delayed for sex offender tied to Citrus Heights crimes

Sara Beth Williams–March 19, 2026

Following a parole review hearing held Wednesday morning, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s Board of Parole Hearings voted to refer the grant of parole for Gregory Vogelsang, to…

Citrus Heights home damaged in two overnight fires

Sara Beth Williams–March 18, 2026

A home undergoing remodel on Twin Oaks Avenue in Citrus Heights caught fire twice within several hours overnight.