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Sierra Donor Services Honors Hispanic Heritage Month

Sep 22, 2026 12:37PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Maggie Núñez: An Angel Living on Through Others

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Citrus Heights Water District General Manager Announces Retirement

Sep 22, 2026 09:58AM ● By Citrus Heights Water District News Release

After more than 20 years of service to the Citrus Heights community, including a decade as general manager of Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD), Hilary Straus has announced his retirement effective Sept. 30.

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Planning for Tomorrow’s Water Today

Sep 21, 2026 05:12PM ● By Dan York, General Manager, Sacramento Suburban Water District

Each summer, California’s water supply makes headlines. This year, El Niño is strengthening and federal forecasters say it could become very strong, raising questions about what the coming winter could bring.

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Expo Highlights Healthcare Affordability, Innovation and the Growing Role of AI

Sep 21, 2026 03:38PM ● By California Agents and Heath Insurance Professionals News Release

Healthcare professionals from across California gathered Wednesday, Aug. 26, for the California Agents and Health Insurance Professionals Northern California (CAHIP NorCal) Business Expo, “Stronger Together,” for a day of education, conversation and collaboration.

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Veterans Center Brings Elvis to its Annual Aloha Island Celebration

Sep 21, 2026 03:16PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

Elvis is in the building! Anticipation mounted as another year brought another full house to the Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights. Center family and friends gathered for their annual fundraising “Island Celebration” on Aug 22.

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Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte (left) joined Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sheri Merrick

Crime Is Down, the Work Continues

Sep 21, 2026 03:03PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Police chief discusses crime, staffing and business safety at ACCESS luncheon

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County Responds to Grand Jury Report on Foster Youth

Sep 21, 2026 10:15AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County has responded to the 2025-26 Sacramento County Grand Jury report on foster youth, outlining areas where it agrees with the Grand Jury and others where it disagrees with its findings and recommendations.

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Mama, Art Your Heart Out

Sep 15, 2026 10:41AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Aria Zuloaga Walker is the founder and program director for Mama, Art Your Heart Out, affectionately called MAYHO, a local social support group for moms with autistic children.

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Council Approves Building Improvements at FieldHaven Site

Sep 15, 2026 10:39AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Issues Proclamations for the Month of September

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Welcome to Citrus Heights Mural Painted by Community Volunteers

Sep 15, 2026 10:31AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

More than 50 volunteers including local families, city council members and community members gathered over two days on Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13 to help paint a 50-foot portion of a beige residential block retaining wall along Auburn Boulevard starting at Cobalt Way.

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Honoring 9/11 Fallen and First Responders

Sep 15, 2026 10:23AM ● By Elise Spleiss

It’s 8:15 a.m. on Sept. 11 at the Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights.

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Lee Wins 102nd State Fair Men's Golf Tournament

Sep 15, 2026 08:58AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

A three-way tie on the 18th hole set up a dramatic four-hole playoff Sept. 7 as Aidan Lee, Kavi Marez and Keita Yobiko battled for the championship of the 102nd State Fair Men’s Golf Tournament, held Sept. 5 to 7 at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex.

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SBSK Readies for Holiday Giveaway

Sep 14, 2026 02:46PM ● By Claire Gliddon, SBSK Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or “almost new” Beanie Babies all year long.

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S.A.F.E. Event to Shine Light on Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking

Sep 14, 2026 11:52AM ● By MAD LIT News Release

The public is invited to attend a powerful event, S.A.F.E. – Stopping Abuse for Everyone, to help bring awareness, education, intervention, prevention and healing to the issues of domestic violence and human trafficking.

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Sacramento’s Biggest Outdoor Oktoberfest is Coming!

Sep 14, 2026 11:39AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Get ready for a brand-new fall tradition coming to Cal Expo! On Oct. 9 – 10, Saktoberfest is coming for two days of live music, traditional food, games, family-friendly fun and Oktoberfest celebrations.

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A Morning Like No Other - Ground Zero at 25 years

Sep 11, 2026 10:50AM ● By Paul V. Scholl

After a long night of late work well into the morning, I was in a deep sleep. The repeating ring of the telephone awakened me. I received an alarming telephone call from a close friend frantically trying to get my attention. She said “just get up and turn on the TV. You won’t believe what is happening”. She was absolutely right.

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Service Starts Next Door

Sep 08, 2026 05:03PM ● By MariJane Lopez Taff Mayor, City of Citrus Heights

Throughout this year, I have used my Mayor’s Messages to highlight the many ways Citrus Heights serves.

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Lost Cross Family Monument Reinstalled in Citrus Heights

Sep 08, 2026 04:50PM ● By Crosswoods Homeowners Association News Release

After months of determination and teamwork, the historic monument and hitching post dedicated to the Cross Family have returned to Crosswoods and are now proudly displayed next to the Community Bulletin Board on Crosswoods Circle, near the entrance to the HOA office, 6510-B Crosswoods Circle.

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FieldHaven Facility Still Underway

Sep 08, 2026 01:43PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights clinic opening delayed, FieldHaven says plans remain on track

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New this year, Sue's Great Gumbo Cook-Off will be featured at the 5th annual Golden Harvest Parade and Music/Dance Festival

Introducing Sue's Great Gumbo Cook-Off at the 5th Annual Golden Harvest Festival

Sep 01, 2026 11:48AM ● By MPG Staff

Get ready for “GOLDEN,” the 5th Annual Golden Harvest Parade and Music/Dance Festival, a free community celebration showcasing the diverse cultures and communities of the Greater Sacramento region.

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City Council Approves Economic Development Grant for Chamber of Commerce

Sep 01, 2026 11:17AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Aug. 27 meeting of the Citrus Heights City Council, staff presented an 18-month update on the city’s 2025-27 Economic Development Work Plan.

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Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Phase II Dedicated

Sep 01, 2026 11:12AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

“Auburn Boulevard has a proud new chapter,” said Citrus Heights Mayor MariJane Lopez-Taff.

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New Community Mural Project Begins

Sep 01, 2026 11:05AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The city of Citrus Heights is welcoming volunteers to help paint the new Auburn Boulevard community mural starting at Cobalt Way on Saturday, Sept. 12 and Sunday, Sept. 13.

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From Tragedy to Tradition

Aug 31, 2026 05:43PM ● By AMPLIFY 360 News Release

Sac-Town Rodeo Supports a Sacramento Legacy

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Nonprofit Community Celebrates America’s 250th

Aug 31, 2026 04:58PM ● By Ryley Metten

The Capitol’s Rose Garden Claimed Site for 150,000 Pounds of Food Distributed to Nonprofits

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Homeless Services: Progress, Challenges and the Work Ahead

Aug 31, 2026 12:06PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Tuesday, Aug. 25, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors heard a comprehensive and meaningful update on the outcomes of key homeless shelters and service programs from fiscal year 25/26.

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Building Careers Foundation helps lead the BuildStrong Academy’s pre-apprenticeship program to train people for careers in the homebuilding industry

Area Homebuilders Do More Than Just Build Homes

Aug 25, 2026 12:47PM ● By Tim Murphy, North State Building Industry Association

Our industry helps people rebuild their lives and gives young people a path toward rewarding careers

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Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services

Celebrating National Emergency Management Awareness Month

Aug 25, 2026 12:38PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Office of Emergency Services is proud to recognize National Emergency Management Awareness Month throughout August.

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stunning black and white multi-panel billboard

New Arcade Monsters Mural Honors the Past

Aug 25, 2026 12:19PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A new creative vision for the former Sunrise Rollerland, located behind Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights is here, painted in a stunning black and white multi-panel billboard creatively inspired by Manga comic book art.

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Chamber of Commerce Announces Launch of Citrus Heights Business Watch

Aug 25, 2026 12:13PM ● By Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce News Release

Initiative will connect businesses, law enforcement and community partners

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You are Invited to the 9/11 Memorial Service

Aug 25, 2026 12:10PM ● By Sylvan Cemetery News Release

Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights started a 9/11 Memorial Service seven years ago to honor those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

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Next Phase of Arcade Creek Trail Planned

Aug 25, 2026 12:00PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The City of Citrus Heights held a free evening workshop last Tuesday, Aug. 18 at the Sayonara Community Center on Sayonara Drive providing the public with an update on the next phase of the Arcade-Cripple Creek Trail.

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