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Sponsored: The Real Truth Behind the Artificial Grass Craze

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Hold onto your hats, Citrus Heights homeowners! It’s time to set the record straight. Artificial Grass Depots is helping California to save millions, and possibly “billions” of gallons of drinkable…

Sweet Music Studio Cafe held a grand opening on Friday, with a ribbon cutting and live music. Jan. 23, 2026. // SB Williams

July Events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights?

A new thrift store is now open, located at 7424 Greenback Ln.

New thrift store open at former 99 Cents Only store in Citrus Heights

A crowd gathers at the west entrance of the mall to watch the grand opening, April 19, 1972. // Sacramento Union - Citrus Heights Historical Society

The rise and fall of Sunrise Mall: The rise of a regional icon

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Why this Korean buffet is called ‘Must Be Cow’

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City announces bands for upcoming ‘Citrus Nights’ concerts in the park

Sara Beth Williams–August 6, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights has announced the featured musical acts for its returning Citrus Nights concert series, with local R&B band Mercy Me set to headline the first event…

San Juan Unified updates on campus cell phone policies for new school year

Sara Beth Williams–August 6, 2026

Ahead of the upcoming school year, the San Juan Unified School District has expanded previously updated cell phone and mobile device policies for students across the district to now include…

Citrus Heights police seize 13 pounds of fentanyl, arrest one

Sara Beth Williams–August 6, 2026

Citrus Heights Police arrested a drug dealer suspect and seized over 16 pounds of narcotics during a recent major drug bust operation, officials said Thursday…

Three-home Airbnb property in Citrus Heights hits market for $1.2M

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

A Citrus Heights property featuring three separate residential units on a single parcel recently hit the market for $1.28 million…

Tallen Capital Partners in escrow to purchase Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

Bay Area-based Tallen Capital Partners LLC CEO Terrence Tallen confirmed that his development and investment company is in escrow to purchase 50 acres of the Sunrise Mall property from majority…

What’s going on with Antelope Road resurfacing?

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights says the Antelope Road resurfacing project has entered its final phase, with the final layer of pavement now complete and several finishing touches scheduled over…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 23-29

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

Latest police logs show a decrease in violence and threats while showing an increase in suspicious circumstance reports. Below is a summary of police incident logs from July 23-29, 2026…

Citrus Heights Police launch AI-powered non-emergency crime reporting portal

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

The Citrus Heights Police Department announced it has launched a new AI-powered online service that allows residents to report non-emergency crimes, suspicious activity, and crime tips at any time of…

Citrus Heights arson case involving teens gains national attention

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

The near-tragedy of a local family who experienced arson when teenage girls threw a firework inside the bedroom of the home has gained national attention, landing in People Magazine’s official…

Auto service center at Sunrise Mall closes following copper wire theft

Sara Beth Williams–August 1, 2026

After at least two years in business, an auto service center at Sunrise Mall on Greenback Lane was forced to close following another theft of copper wire…

Three townhomes damaged after late night fire in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–July 31, 2026

Three out of five townhomes were damaged late Thursday night after one unit caught fire on Ventana Place, near Fair Oaks Boulevard and Madison Avenue in Citrus Heights….

Looking for National Night Out events near you? We’ve got the 2026 list

Sara Beth Williams–July 30, 2026

In Citrus Heights this year, there are several registered National Night Out events planned throughout the city. All events take place on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. Starting times vary…

Man found dead with self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say

Sara Beth Williams–July 29, 2026

A man died from a gunshot wound in the neighborhood of the 8000 block of Butternut Drive, Citrus Heights Police confirmed Wednesday….

Sunrise Sports Center reaches key milestone with property agreement

Sara Beth Williams–July 29, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights announced Wednesday that a property agreement has been finalized between The Mettle Shop and Tallen Capital Partners, propelling the proposed Sunrise Sports Center forward…

Early morning grass fire sparks at C-Bar-C Park

Sara Beth Williams–July 28, 2026

An early morning grass fire sparked at C-Bar-C park on Tuesday, prompting an emergency response from fire and law enforcement personnel…

Citrus Heights Police: Patrol officers will continue school traffic safety, e-bike enforcement

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

With the new school year set to begin in mid-August, the Citrus Heights Police Department said officers will continue monitoring local schools and enforcing traffic laws, including regulations governing e-bikes,…

Citrus Heights HART to celebrate 10 years at annual Spaghetti Feed fundraiser

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource team (HART) is celebrating its 10th anniversary during its annual Spaghetti Fest fundraiser slated for on Friday, Oct. 23…

Citrus Heights home listed at $1.15M now pending sale

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

A property in Citrus Heights on Old Auburn Road was recently listed for $1.15 million, and is now pending sale. ..

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 16-22

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

Latest police logs show a decrease in fireworks and animal control calls while showing an increase in suspicious circumstances….

Guest Opinion: City should have sought alternative sources before reducing CHPD staff

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

Within the numerous pages of the documents is an unnerving fact, employee reductions in both classifications. The number of police officers is being reduced by 9.5 full-time equivalents (positions) which…

August Events: What’s happening in Citrus Heights this month?

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

Events happening around Citrus Heights during August include community meetings, live theater, fundraisers, family activities, outdoor gatherings and opportunities to volunteer…

Citrus Heights Council takes next step for Sylvan-Stock Ranch trail project extension

Sara Beth Williams–July 26, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council earlier this month adopted key environmental documents for an extension project to the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail, allowing the city to move forward in the next…

Citrus Heights sees decline in homelessness-related calls for service

Sara Beth Williams–July 23, 2026

Officials with the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District have complimented the City of Citrus Heights for its public safety polices which has led to a decrease in calls for service, Citrus…

Clothing store relocates from Sunrise Mall to Folsom

Sara Beth Williams–July 23, 2026

A clothing store that once assured Sunrise Mall shoppers it was “not closing” has now relocated to Folsom, according to a handwritten sign posted on its front windows…

Citrus Heights Veterans center to purchase adjacent vacant lot

Sara Beth Williams–July 23, 2026

The Veterans Community Center has negotiated the purchase of an adjacent vacant lot from a property owner who had originally proposed subdividing the lot in order to build new duplexes…