Skip to main content

Citrus Heights Messenger

Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights Serves: Safe Neighborhoods Start with Neighbors

Jun 09, 2026 10:27AM ● By MariJane Lopez-Taff, Mayor, City of Citrus Heights

As I continue my monthly series highlighting service in Citrus Heights, this month I want to focus on a form of service that happens right outside our front doors: being engaged in your neighborhood.

Read More »
Local Baker Offers Dairy-Free Options

Feb 17, 2026 11:44AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Enjoy bread, but especially sensitive to dairy? You might want to try a loaf of homemade sourdough bread available weekly and especially crafted with love by Danika “Dani” Sedgwick, a Citrus Heights home-based bread baker and mom.

Read More »
Miller Greenfield Receives Honorary NYPD Badge

Feb 17, 2026 11:33AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

He’s “NYPD Blue” and proud of it.

Read More »
My Salon Suite to Open in Sunrise Village

Feb 10, 2026 11:01AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

A creative space for creative people. That’s the marketing concept behind My Salon Suite, a franchise chain which lets health and beauty professionals offer their services in customized individual suites in a retail setting to set their own prices.

Read More »
Business of Distinction Awards to Return

Dec 30, 2025 09:31AM ● By Citrus Heights Economic Development & Community Engagement Department News Release

As the year comes to a close, Citrus Heights extends appreciation to the local businesses that continue to serve our community during the busy holiday season.

Read More »
'Best Lights in Citrus Heights' Winners Named

Dec 29, 2025 04:01PM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest celebrates the holiday spirit of our residents as they decorate for the season.

Read More »
haunted house pirate themed
Pirates of the Heights Greets Families on Halloween

Oct 29, 2025 08:51AM ● By Elise Spleiss

One family in Citrus Heights will be greeting trick or treaters with an interactive, kid friendly pirate adventure this Halloween weekend from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.

Read More »
single, moms, women, fundraiser, donations, event, community, pie, pot, chicken, dinner
Annual Dinner for Donations Cooks Up Pot Pie Dinner

Oct 13, 2025 04:06PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Single Mom Strong fundraiser serves dinner for its 5th year.

Read More »
Construction site
Approved Starbucks Drive-Thru Projects Cancelled

Oct 07, 2025 03:47PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Previously-approved plans to build two Starbucks drive-through coffee shops in Citrus Heights will expire, since the company isn’t planning to move forward with construction of either project.

Read More »
Citrus Heights Launches “Business of Distinction” Award

Oct 07, 2025 03:29PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Do you know a business in Citrus Heights that goes above and beyond? Now is your chance to publicly recognize them.

Read More »
cafe, games, holding, sign, plaque, board, video, assembly, representative
Galaxy Game Café Named Small Business of the Month

Sep 30, 2025 12:52PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Melisa and Robert Roden, Galaxy Game Café has quickly become a vibrant community hub in Citrus Heights, providing a space for connection, creativity and fun.

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Community Invited to 911 Memorial Service

Aug 05, 2025 12:28PM ● By Sylvan Cemetery News Release

Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights started a 911 Memorial Service six years ago to honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
SmartNews Names Citrus Heights a Smart City in California

Jul 01, 2025 12:47PM ● By SmartNews News Release

“Smartest Cities” research ranks the top ten most news-literate cities in California

Read More »
New Korean BBQ Sushi to Open This Summer

Apr 08, 2025 02:26PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photo by Thomas J. Sullivan

Progress toward opening a new Korean barbecue and sushi restaurant, doing business as Must Be Cow, is “moo-ving” along.

Read More »
Gertrude (Granny) Thomas Celebrates 108 years

Mar 25, 2025 11:48AM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

On March 1, more than 100 well-wishers joined Gertrude Irene Thomas at Brookhaven Home to celebrate her 108 years of life. Family, friends and city officials were among those who attended.

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Celtic Cross Seeks Choir Director

Sep 12, 2024 09:50AM ● By MPG Staff

Celtic Cross Presbyterian Church in Citrus Heights is actively looking for a choir director for its traditional 9 a.m. service, according to Pastor Bob Yule.

Read More »
Fire-Damaged Former Fuqua Physical Therapy Faces Uncertain Future

Aug 21, 2024 10:23AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

The acrid smell of fire and ash hangs in the air around the site of the former Fuqua Physical Therapy at 6560 Greenback Lane, where Sacramento Metro Fire crews responded to a multi-alarm fire

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Council Approves Property Purchase and Road Resurfacing

Aug 21, 2024 09:43AM ● By Shauna Boyd

At the Aug. 14 Citrus Heights City Council meeting, Mayor Bret Daniels pulled the potential purchase of a vacant property from the Consent Calendar for a roll call vote. The property at 6488 Sylvan Road was offered to the city for sale by Bayside Covenant Church.

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Non-Medical Grade Silicone Injection Homicide Suspect Arrested in 2013 Case

Aug 21, 2024 09:40AM ● By Citrus Heights Police Department News Release

Citrus Heights Detectives have announced the arrest of 49-year-old Alejandra Aguilera-Ortega for homicide

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Best of Citrus Heights Voting Begins Aug. 6

Aug 02, 2024 03:31PM ● By Carol Feineman

It takes just a click of the button to show your appreciation for your favorite Citrus Heights businesses, places and organizations in more than 40 categories

Read More »
Hire a Veteran Day a Big Success

Aug 02, 2024 09:46AM ● By Ornella Rossi

PRIDE Industries celebrated National Hire a Veteran Day on July 25, with a special recruiting event at their Career Hub, located at 7011 Sylvan Road

Read More »
Stones Celebrates 10 Years in Community

Jul 24, 2024 05:05PM ● By Carol Feineman

A Who's Who of Citrus Heights area elected officials and community leaders shared their celebration wishes at Stones Gambling Hall’s 10-year anniversary event on July 18

Read More »
Gearing up for National Night Out

Jul 24, 2024 04:07PM ● By Ornella Rossi

On Tuesday, Aug. 6, area communities will come together to participate in National Night Out, an annual initiative aimed at fostering police-community partnerships and enhancing neighborhood solidarity

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
City Council Candidate Filing Appointments Available

Jul 09, 2024 01:54PM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The next General Municipal Election for the City of Citrus Heights will be held on Nov. 5 for two City Council seats, one seat in District 1 and the other seat in District 3

Read More »
Bridging the Gap Through Inclusive Play

Jul 09, 2024 12:56PM ● By Ornella Rossi

MikesPlayground is Gearing Up to Transform Parks in Citrus Heights and the Greater Sacramento Area into Havens of Accessible Play

Read More »
Sayonara Housing Development Project Moves Forward

Jun 25, 2024 03:56PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A Joint Moderate to Low-Income Housing Development Project in Citrus Heights Continues to Move Forward

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Celebrate July 4 at Area Events

Jun 25, 2024 03:39PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Get Ready to Celebrate Independence Day with a Lineup of Exciting Events Across the Region

Read More »
Residents Invited to Stars & Stripes Celebration

Jun 18, 2024 03:07PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Second Annual Stars & Stripes Celebration to Be Held at Van Maren Park

Read More »
Sylvan Cemetery Memorial Day Service Honors Fallen Heroes

Jun 05, 2024 01:55PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

More than 100 Veterans, Families and Guests Arrive at Sylvan Cemetery gazebo on May 27 for Traditional Memorial Day Service

Read More »
Citrus Heights Hosts 3rd Annual Public Works Showcase

May 29, 2024 03:29PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Event Takes Place at Van Maren Park in Citrus Heights

Read More »
2024 DAR Community Service Awards Honors Three

May 23, 2024 02:49PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Three Community Leaders Were Honored For Their Community Service by Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)

Read More »
Runs with Scissors Thrives at New Location

May 08, 2024 10:18AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Marie Duncan Owns the Decidedly Fun Quilting Shop in Citrus Heights

Read More »
New Arcade Creek Trail Dedicated

May 08, 2024 09:57AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Grand Opening of the New 2.9-Mile Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail Celebrated at Tempo Park in Citrus Heights

Read More »
New Grocery Store Construction Begins at Sunrise Village

Apr 29, 2024 03:36PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Interior Construction has Started in a Prominent Commercial Suite Space at the Sunrise Village Shopping Center

Read More »
Citrus Heights Messenger
Citrus Heights Rents Increased 0.7% in March

Apr 11, 2024 08:59AM ● By Apartment List News Release

This is a Similar Rate of Growth Compared to What the City was Experiencing at This Point Last Year: from January to March 2023 Rents Had Increased 0.5%

Read More »

Current Issue

Read It Now

View Past Issues
Sacramento County Legal ads Click on this image to learn more about placing legal ads in the Messenger Publishing Groups publications
Sacramento Citrus Heights Messenger - Memorial ads Click on this image of a Peace Lily to learn more about placing a Memorial ad in the Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent
Sacramento Citrus Heights Messenger Arrest records Click on this image of Police Tape to read a listing of recent arrests in the Citrus Heights area
Sacramento Citrus Heights Messenger Donated to support local journalism Click on this image to donate to the Citrus Heights Messenger to keep local journalism alive
Citrus Heights Messenger Make the Rest of your life the Best of your life Click on this image of a mature couple to find resources and articles for mature singles
Sacramento Citrus Heights Click on this ad to find archives of Citrus Heights Messenger newspapers
Northridge Dental - Free Consultation and X-Ray
Citrus Heights Water District Tree Rebate Program May 2026
Citrus Heights Water District - Project 2030
Sacramento Citrus Heights Messenger Image of fresh food Click on this ad for KP International Market to go to their website
Sacramento Citrus Heights Click on this ad for First US Community Credit Union to be taken to their website
Sacramento Citrus Heights Click on this ad for El Dorado Savings Bank to be taken to their website
Sacramento Citrus Heights Click on this ad for Pinnacle Employee Services to learn more about their HR Payroll and Benefits services for businesses
Sacramento Citrus Heights Click on this ad for American River Chiropractic to learn more about their Chiropractic Memberships
Sacramento Citrus Heights Call 916-728-5812 to learn more about Superior Landscaping Services company
Sacramento Citrus Heights Image of Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra Click on this ad to learn more about Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra schedule and buy tickets
Sacramento Citrus Heights Image of Sacramento River Cats Baseball Team Click on this ad to learn more about River Cats Baseball schedule and to buy tickets
Sacramento Image of the Milky Way Click on this ad to learn more about the programs and events at Aero Space Museum of California and to buy tickets
Click here to learn more about Grace Baptist Church in Fair Oaks
Sacramento Click on this ad to learn more about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation An organization helping disabled Veterans and Homeless veterans find housing and support
Upcoming Events Near You