Martin Ross to Present Self-Defense Tips

The public is invited to a free “Safe Kids, Safe Schools” Self-Defense Demonstration from noon to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Family Taekwondo Plus in Citrus Heights. Read More »

Secretary of State Encourages Voter Participation During National Voter Education Week

In recognition of National Voter Education Week 2024, California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., urges all eligible Californians to become informed and active participants in the upcoming elections. Read More »

Amazon Fresh Moves Closer to Opening Date

Construction of Amazon Fresh, a new grocery store concept from Amazon.com, is quickly nearing completion in Sunrise Village at Madison Avenue and Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights. Read More »

National Teen Driver Safety Week

National Teen Driver Safety Week is Oct. 20 to Oct. 26. During this week, the Citrus Heights Police Department encourages parents and caregivers to talk with their teens about following the rules of the road and how safe driving can help save lives. Read More »

Citrus Heights to Test Solar Powered Streetlights

The City of Citrus Heights General Services Department is building the first of three new solar powered streetlights to help enhance public safety near the Sunrise Tech Center. Read More »

Who is California’s Best Bricklayer?

The world’s largest and most exciting masonry challenge, the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500®, is coming to Sacramento, CA on Oct. 11. The top masons from the territory will grab their levels and trowels to battle for a chance to be named, “California’s Best Bricklayer.” Read More »

Local Couple to Host Art Showing

Helen Plenert and Bobby Horiuchi, Sacramento natives, recently announced their “Places We’ve Been” art showing. Read More »

BERC Awards Eco-Friendly Businesses in Sacramento

On Sept. 26, Business Environmental Resource Center (BERC), a division of the Sacramento County Office of Economic Development presented the 18th Annual Sustainable Business Awards in partnership with the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). Read More »

Shorter Ambulance Wait Times Reported

Sacramento County is making tremendous progress in its goal to achieve a shorter ambulance patient offload time (APOT), according to county officials. Read More »

Changes Coming to Airport

Effective Oct. 1 and without much ceremony, the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) hourly parking lot was closed, according to the airport website. Read More »

Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids Readies for Holiday Giveaway

Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or “almost new” Beanie Babies all year long. Every September, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids picks as many of the lowest-income elementary schools they can and finds out how many kindergarteners they have. Read More »

Sheriff's North Division Community Meetings Set

The Sacramento Sheriff's Department, North Division, is hosting a series of community meetings. Read More »

IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties. Read More »

EicOsis Human Health Named One of Nation's Most Fundable Companies

EicOsis Human Health, Inc., a clinical startup co-founded by UC Davis distinguished professor Bruce Hammock to alleviate chronic pain without the use of opioids, has been named one of Pepperdine Graziadio Business School’s 2024 Most Fundable Companies. Read More »

California's Water Professionals Appreciation Week—October 5 to 13

Celebrating the Unsung Heroes Ensuring Clean and Safe Water for All Read More »

Band to Host Howl-o-Ween Parade and Harvest Festival

The spooky season is upon us and you’re invited to the Howl-o-Ween Parade and Harvest Festival. Read More »

Battle of the Bands and BBQ Raises $14K

On Sept. 14, the Citrus Heights American Legion Post 637 raised a total of $14,000 at its 10th Battle of the Bands and BBQ event for its Vets Helping Vets Fund. This fund helps veterans and their families during times of need throughout the year. Read More »

Spaghetti Fundraiser to Fight Homelessness

The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) will hold its 2024 Spaghetti Fest Fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 18 at the Citrus Heights Community Center Read More »

Miller’s Ace Hardware Named Small Business of the Month

Assemblyman Josh Hoover recently announced Miller’s Ace Hardware as our Small Business of the Month for September 2024. It is located at 8077 Madison Ave. in Citrus Heights. Read More »

Luncheon Shines Spotlight on Community Safety

The Citrus Heights Community Center buzzed with excitement on Sept. 17, as the Citrus Heights Chamber hosted its monthly luncheon, drawing a record number of attendees. Read More »

‘Destination Aviation’ STEM Event Inspiring the Next Generations

A day filled with fun, science, hot dogs and aviation excitement captivated more than 700 attendees at the California Capital Airshow’s ‘Destination Aviation’ STEM event on Sept. 21 at Mather Airport, local youth explored career opportunities in aviation and other STEM fields. Read More »

Bubbles Galore at Birdcage Bubble Bash

On Saturday, Sept. 14, a portion of Marketplace at Birdcage just behind Jamba Juice was transformed into a puffy white bubble wonderland as young and old enjoyed a great burst of fun at Bubble Bash. Read More »

Breaking Ground on Braden Community

The Braden Master Planned Community groundbreaking on Sept. 26 marks the start of a new development, bringing together Sacramento County officials, local developers and community leaders. Read More »

United Way Invites Women To “Innovate and Ignite”

United Way's Women United action group will hold its fall fundraiser, Innovate and Ignite, to connect and empower women in the community and raise funds for the local United Way's foster youth initiatives. Read More »

Grants to Protect Water Quality Available

The Sacramento County Department of Water Resources (DWR) is pleased to offer grants to support school or community projects that protect or improve local creeks and rivers within the unincorporated areas of Sacramento County. Read More »

Sac County Celebrates Food Safety Excellence

To honor the remarkable food safety efforts of local restaurants and food facilities that protect the public from foodborne illnesses, and to celebrate National Food Safety Month, the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department recognized Sacramento County operators during the Board of Supervisors meeting on Sept. 10. Read More »

Stay Current on Vaccines This Fall

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is encouraging all Californians to get vaccinated this season to protect themselves and their loved ones from respiratory viruses. Read More »

EV Chargers Require More Revenue to be Profitable

Just like gas stations, EV charging infrastructure requires additional sources of revenue to be profitable. Read More »

Governor Signs Sen. Dodd's Generative AI Accountability Act

Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 29 signed legislation from Sen. Bill Dodd, D-Napa, that will build upon recent directives from President Joe Biden and Gov. Gavin Newsom addressing the unprecedented growth of generative artificial intelligence technology by encouraging continued innovation while ensuring the rights and opportunities of all Californians are protected Read More »

Rep. Ami Bera Secures Over $13 Million to Rehabilitate Runway at Mather Airport

On Sept. 17, U.S. Representative Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) announced $13,044,668 in grant funding from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to rehabilitate the runway at Sacramento’s Mather Airport Read More »

Transportation Impacts Dialysis Patient Outcomes

An estimated 35.5 million Americans have kidney disease and more than 554,000 of them are on dialysis, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Read More »

Council Confirms Nuisance Camping Ordinance

During Public Comments at the Sept. 25 Citrus Heights City Council meeting, several residents asked council to reconsider including cars in the nuisance camping ordinance. Read More »