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Performing arts group in Citrus Heights issues urgent plea for help

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

A community theater and performing arts group in Citrus Heights says it could close if the nonprofit isn’t able to receive more funding….

Citrus Heights Police complete $300k communications center remodel

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

The Citrus Heights Police Department has completed a major Emergency Communications Center Remodel Project, finishing work ahead of schedule…

Regional housing market saw uptick in September

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

Though the housing market saw an uptick in closed sales in September, last month was still one of the lowest years in terms of home sales…

Citrus Heights establishes new Arts District

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved the formation of an official Citrus Heights Arts District…

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Oct. 16-22

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

Latest police logs show a drop in code enforcement calls, while showing a rise in traffic accidents…

A look at the new gateway arch planned for Citrus Heights border

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

The construction of a new gateway arch and stoplight at the border between Citrus Heights and Roseville is ongoing, with crews seen Friday on a construction lift continuing progress on…

Citrus Heights art and music festival postponed

Sara Beth Williams–October 25, 2025

As predicted by weather forecasters, Saturday dawned drizzly and gray, resulting in the cancellation of a local arts and music festival…

Vacant building on Auburn Blvd. for sale at $5.19M

Sara Beth Williams–October 23, 2025

A vacant building in Citrus Heights, formerly home to Kmart, is once again up for sale, city officials say.

Citrus Heights Council approves $178K in Infrastructure phasing for Sunrise Tomorrow

Sara Beth Williams–October 23, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a service agreement for the development of preliminary infrastructure phasing work for the Sunrise Tomorrow project…

Citrus Heights Council greenlights $1.17M design contract for trail extension project

Sara Beth Williams–October 23, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday approved an agreement with Dokken Engineering for professional services related to the design and development of …

Citrus Heights outlines plan for use of $600K in Community Development Block Grant funds

Sara Beth Williams–October 23, 2025

The Citrus Heights Community Development Department on Wednesday presented a drafted action plan listing $600,000 in funding allocations for future Community Development Block Grant funding in….

Art meets athletics at Walerga Park

Sara Beth Williams–October 23, 2025

Citrus Heights Arts recently unveiled a rendition of a mural that will revitalize a futsal and basketball court at Walerga Park.

City Council to consider $178K Infrastructure phasing funding agreement for Sunrise Tomorrow

Sara Beth Williams–October 21, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected to consider the approval of a service agreement for the development of preliminary infrastructure phasing work for the Sunrise Tomorrow project…

Civic Minute: What’s going on at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sara Beth Williams–October 21, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected on Wednesday to issue several proclamations, hear Community Development Block Grant funding allocation recommendations, and consider approving preliminary infrastructure planning funds for the…

Man arrested in Citrus Heights after four car collision, vehicle fire

Sara Beth Williams–October 20, 2025

One driver was arrested early Monday morning on suspicion of driving under the influence following a four-car collision, where one vehicle was in flames…

Elderly man dies from major injury collision in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–October 18, 2025

An elderly man died last week, five days after crashing into a tree, officials said. The man, 75, was not identified. 

Where will the new stoplight be on Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights?

Sara Beth Williams–October 18, 2025

A new stoplight has been planned for Auburn Boulevard, just south of Whyte Avenue, as part of Phase 2 of the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Project….

‘Ghost Tours’ event returns to Mesa Verde High School

Sara Beth Williams–October 18, 2025

The Mesa Verde Theater department is hosting its fourth annual ‘Ghost Tours’ this Halloween season. Ghost Tours are scheduled for Oct. 24, 25, and 26 with an alumni preview night…

San Juan Unified Superintendent announces temporary leave of absence

Sara Beth Williams–October 18, 2025

The San Juan Unified School District announced this week that Superintendent Melissa Bassanelli will be taking a medical leave of absence following a recent diagnosis.

Third annual ‘ArtBeat’ festival coming to Rusch Park in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–October 18, 2025

The heart of Citrus Heights will once again come alive with color, rhythm, and creativity during the third annual ArtBeat festival, hosted by Citrus Heights Arts….

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Oct. 9-15

Citrus Heights Sentinel–October 18, 2025

Latest police logs show a drop in code enforcement calls, while showing a rise in disturbances…

CHP officer arrested by Citrus Heights Police

Sara Beth Williams–October 18, 2025

An off-duty California Highway Patrol officer was arrested last week in in Citrus Heights on drug-related charges according to local news reports…

Local preschool closed after decades serving Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–October 16, 2025

A local preschool that served Citrus Heights for over 40 years has closed, according to the preschool’s website….

Sacramento Armenian food festival comes to Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–October 16, 2025

The Sacramento Armenian Food Festival will take place this Saturday, Oct. 18, in Citrus Heights, bringing a full day of authentic cuisine, live music, and family-friendly fun to St. James…

Citrus Heights improving ‘dangerous’ section of Old Auburn Road

Sara Beth Williams–October 16, 2025

The City of Citrus Heights is currently working to improve safety on a section of Old Auburn Road from Sunrise Boulevard to Fair Oaks Boulevard…