Honey Donuts, located at 6401 Antelope Rd in Citrus Heights, was recently named the recipient of the 2026 Business of Distinction: Legacy Award. Photo courtesy of City of Citrus Heights

CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) – Honey Donuts, located at 6401 Antelope Rd in Citrus Heights was recently named the recipient of the Winter 2026 Business of Distinction: Legacy Award.

According to the city, the locally owned shop, which has served Citrus Heights since 1997, has built a reputation for classic donuts and standout service. According to a city newsletter, nominations for the shop highlighted the personal touch from employees such as remembering customers’ names and orders, lending to high customer satisfaction. The Legacy Award recognizes Citrus Heights businesses with 15-plus years of service and a strong community presence.

Applications are now open for the Summer 2026 Business of Distinction: Pride of Place award. The Pride of Place Award recognizes businesses that have made significant contributions to activating and improving their space.  This can include facade upgrades, site improvements, place making projects, new occupancy of a previously vacant space, or other efforts that result in visible reinvestment. Applications open April 10 and close May 22.

For more information on the Business of Distinction recognition program, visit: https://www.citrusheights.net/1447/Business-of-Distinction-Awards.

Looking to launch a food business? The City of Citrus Heights is offering resources to entrepreneurs and restaurant owners through the launch of a new Entrepreneurship and Food Enterprise resource. The site highlights local commercial kitchen space and food startup incubation opportunities, as well as links to permitting and licensing guidelines for new business owners.

To view the page, visit: https://www.citrusheights.net/1466/Entrepreneurship-Food-Enterprise.

Food and beverage workers facing hardship can apply to receive grants through Restaurants Care, a nonprofit relief fund through the California Restaurant Foundation.

Eligible events include illness, injury, natural disasters, death in the family, or housing emergencies. Grants of up to $2,500 are available and do not need to be repaid. The program is open year-round.

The city encourages local food and beverage businesses to use this resource to support staff during difficult times. For more information about eligibility and the application process, visit restaurantscare.org/help.