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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

Must Be Cow, an all you can eat buffet, is located at

Why this Korean buffet is called ‘Must Be Cow’

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3 areas of Citrus Heights could become federal ‘Opportunity Zones.’ What will that mean?

Sara Beth Williams–July 18, 2026

Three census tracts in Citrus Heights, including the Sunrise Mall and surrounding commercial areas, are being submitted for nomination to the state for inclusion in a federal program aimed at…

Proposed banquet hall in Citrus Heights approved by Planning Commission

Sara Beth Williams–July 18, 2026

A proposed banquet hall that could accommodate up to 99 guests at a strip mall located just two blocks away from Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane has been approved by…

Cause of death determined for man found unresponsive behind Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–July 17, 2026

Citrus Heights Police have determined the cause of death of an elderly man found unresponsive inside a vehicle behind Sunrise Mall on Thursday night…

One found dead behind Sunrise Mall, police actively investigating

Sara Beth Williams–July 17, 2026

Emergency personnel confirmed the man was deceased. A cause of death is not known at this time…

End in sight for major Auburn Blvd infrastructure project

Sara Beth Williams–July 16, 2026

Phase Two of the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Project is wrapping up, with an expected completion date of mid-August, city officials say…

Demo begins inside future indoor slide park at Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–July 16, 2026

Demolition has begun inside what will become a future indoor slide park, which will take over the vacant former SEARS building at Sunrise Mall…

‘Citrus Nights’ outdoor concerts return to Citrus Heights this summer

Sara Beth Williams–July 16, 2026

The city plans to host its second annual summer concert in the park series, “Citrus Nights”, with the first concert in the series taking place on Friday, Aug. 21, at…

Grocery Outlet hosting annual Independence from Hunger food drive through July 31

Sara Beth Williams–July 16, 2026

Grocery Outlet is hosting its annual Independence from Hunger food drive throughout the month of July. Each locally owned store will donate funds raised to a local nonprofit…

Citrus Heights Police: No suspect found following reported gunshots at apartment complex

Sara Beth Williams–July 14, 2026

Citrus Heights Police say they have dropped the search for a suspect who reportedly fired gunshots while at a local apartment complex Monday night…

Citrus Heights City Council approves $24K federal grant for police safety equipment

Sara Beth Williams–July 14, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council unanimously approved accepting a $24,000 federal grant on July 8 that will fund the purchase of new ballistic shields and protective vests for the Citrus…

Police, city officials encourage National Night Out participation

Sara Beth Williams–July 14, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights and the Citrus Heights Police Department are inviting residents to participate in this year’s National Night Out, set for Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026…

Future e-bike store owners say Citrus Heights site has been plagued with vandalism

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

In early June, a long-vacant building on Auburn Boulevard that now houses both FunCity Adventure Park and a planned E-Bike Outlet store, was significantly vandalized…

E-bike safety course at MVHS cancelled, organizers say

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

The Citrus Heights Police Department is partnering with the San Juan Unified School District and several e-bike industry organizations to host its first E-bike Safety Course later this summer…

New gyro, kebab restaurant preparing to open in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

The small restaurant building once home to Teriyaki Land is preparing to reopen as a Greek fast-food restaurant, with new signage installed on the front…

New AI-driven data shows steady growth in Citrus Heights Stars & Stripes attendance

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

City officials say new artificial intelligence data technology the city has been utilizing for about one year has enabled them to capture more accurate attendance numbers of large-scale events…

Have you seen this new mural outside City Hall in Citrus Heights?

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

A new mural commemorating and celebrating the history and legacy of Citrus Heights along with the United States, has been installed on the walls of Citrus Heights City Hall…

Independent clothing shop closes at Sunrise Mall. What’s next?

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

An independent shop that sold a variety of clothing and accessories has finally vacated Sunrise Mall, after having inconsistent hours of operation for at least a year…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 2-8

Sara Beth Williams–July 11, 2026

Latest police logs show a significant increase in fireworks, the majority from over the holiday weekend…

Kids adventure park in Citrus Heights now open

Sara Beth Williams–July 9, 2026

A new indoor trampoline park geared towards kids and families has now opened its doors, after a month-long delay due to unexpected vandalism…

Youth Advisory Commission application window extended

Sara Beth Williams–July 9, 2026

Students interested in shaping the future of Citrus Heights now have additional time to apply for the city’s newly approved Youth Advisory Commission…

Independent hair salon in Sunrise Mall has relocated

Sara Beth Williams–July 9, 2026

An independent hair salon located in Sunrise Mall that had weathered the storm of vacating tenants has officially shuttered…

Citrus Heights approves Police Department restructuring to help offset employee compensation costs

Sara Beth Williams–July 9, 2026

The Citrus Heights Police Department is going through a “structural reorganization”, city officials confirmed this week…

Jewelry store at Sunrise Mall burglarized

Sara Beth Williams–July 8, 2026

A jewelry store in Citrus Heights was burglarized over the weekend, authorities confirmed…

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sara Beth Williams–July 7, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected on Wednesday to consider labor agreements with police officers and police employee associations, consider approving several infrastructure-related items, and honor community photo contest…

Interested in serving on Citrus Heights’ City Council? Candidate filing begins July 13

Sara Beth Williams–July 7, 2026

Have you ever wanted to be part of a City Council? Beginning next week, residents interested in running for office this November will have the opportunity to file as candidates…