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Citrus Heights plans new programs to engage youth in local government
Citrus Heights is taking its first steps toward launching new programs designed to…

Annual Citrus Heights community dinner shifts away from potluck, sells out
An annual community dinner to be held next week will look a little different than in prior years…

Fantasy, adventure await in MVHS production of ‘She Kills Monsters’
There’s still time to see Mesa Verde High School’s spring production this March…

Planters damaged again at Fair Oaks and Old Auburn Rd.
Brick planters at the intersection of Fair Oaks Boulevard and Old Auburn Road were struck again by vehicles amid recent rains…

December Events: What’s happening this month in Citrus Heights
The holiday spirit is in full swing this month with a Best of Lights contest beginning, community potlucks, Christmas parties, tree lightings, a community talent show and an annual laser show and night market.

Sunrise Parks to hold inaugural tree lighting at Rusch Park
New this year, in addition to the city’s annual tree lighting at City Hall on Dec. 5, the Sunrise Recreation and Park District is planning a separate inaugural tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 7…
Citrus Heights PD: Woman arrested for making false emergency reports
A 28-year-old woman was arrested for making numerous 911 calls and reporting a false emergency last Saturday…

West Coast Sourdough finally opens in Citrus Heights, after delays
After a ten-day delay, a new sandwich shop is finally open for business in the Stock Ranch Plaza…

Break-ins plague Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights
A newly built storage shed at the Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights was broken into for the third time this year…

Blight management gets mixed ratings in latest Citrus Heights survey
Recent FlashVote survey results released on Nov. 20 show that residents in the city are still concerned about homeless encampments and associated debris, as well as unkempt homes and businesses.

Citrus Heights City Council meeting canceled for Nov. 27
Falling the day before Thanksgiving, the Citrus Heights City Council meeting for Nov. 27 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Dec. 11, 2024, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

State of the City: Mayor, city manager reflect on 2024, share goals for 2025
Dozens of business owners, residents, city leaders, and regional representatives gathered at City Hall in Citrus Heights for the annual State of the City address…




