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Tangle Free Named Small Business of the Month

Nov 04, 2025 04:50PM ● By State Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On Oct. 20, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that Tangle Free: A Low-Sensory Hair Salon is the Small Business of the Month for October 2025 in the 7th Assembly District.

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Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center celebrated the opening of its new Graduate Medical Education (GME) Resident Suite and Lounge

Dignity Health Celebrates Opening of Resident Suite and Lounge

Nov 04, 2025 04:37PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

On Wednesday, Oct. 29, Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center celebrated the opening of its new Graduate Medical Education (GME) Resident Suite and Lounge, a dedicated space supporting the hospital’s new internal medicine residency program.

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NorCal Residents Advised to Prepare for Gusty Winds

Nov 04, 2025 12:51PM ● By Seth Henderson

National Weather Service Releases Wind Advisory for NorCal

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If Walls Could Talk

Nov 03, 2025 01:57PM ● By Seth Henderson

‘The People vs. The Golden State Killer’ Reveals Lead Prosecutor’s Official Account of 40-Year Cold Case

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Single Mom Strong Opens Annual Holiday Adopt-a-Family Program

Oct 31, 2025 11:35AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Fresh off a successful annual “Dinner for Donations” homemade pot pie fundraiser, Single Mom Strong (SMS) in Citrus Heights has opened its annual Holiday “Adopt-a-Family” program to help single moms in the greater Sacramento area who could use some extra support this holiday season.

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City Hall Comes Alive with Color

Oct 29, 2025 09:01AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights City Hall’s interior lobby walls, hallways and a main conference room came alive with splashes of color last week as Citrus Heights Arts, in partnership with the city of Citrus Heights, hosted an opening Thursday night reception to celebrate “Art in City Hall.”

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Veterans Honored at Sylvan Cemetery

Oct 29, 2025 08:40AM ● By Sylvan Cemetery News Release

Veterans Day will be observed on Tuesday, Nov. 11. This important day honors the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It is distinct from Memorial Day, which honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice and did not return home.

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City Council Stands United Against Hate

Oct 29, 2025 08:32AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During its Oct. 22 meeting, the Citrus Heights City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Oct. 19 to 25 as United Against Hate Week.

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State of the City Address Quickly Approaches

Oct 29, 2025 08:24AM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The City of Citrus Heights is committed to providing transparent and accessible information to residents and businesses on the operations and progress of local government.

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Here is Ted Mitchell in later years on Mitchell Farms

The Mitchell Farms History

Oct 28, 2025 05:21PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Citrus Heights Historical Society invites the public to a screening of a special 30-minute documentary film, “Ted’s Story,” recognizing the remarkable story of one of Citrus Heights’ oldest residents and earliest pioneers, 99-year-old Ted Mitchell, and the history of Mitchell Farms, his family farm.

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‘Looking Back to Look Forward’

Oct 28, 2025 05:05PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Water District to Hold Nov. 12 Rate Hearing

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Fourth Annual Rock the Block

Oct 28, 2025 04:03PM ● By Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento News Release

Habitat for Humanity Brings 400 Volunteers and Transformative Change to West Sacramento

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Mercy San Juan Medical Center Upgrades Stroke Center

Oct 28, 2025 03:44PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is celebrating the grand opening of its newly renovated Neuro-Interventional Suite, a space designed to deliver faster, safer and more advanced stroke care.

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San Juan Unified’s Black Student Unions Build ‘Community of Belonging’

Oct 28, 2025 03:31PM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

A rainy morning did not stop buses filled with enthusiastic students from attending San Juan Unified School District’s Black Student Union (BSU) Community of Belonging Kick Off and Leadership Summit on Oct. 15.

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Donate to Keep Adaptive Riding Program Open

Oct 28, 2025 03:25PM ● By Therapeutic Riding and Off-Track Rehabilitation News Release

Therapeutic Riding and Off-Track Rehabilitation, one of Northern California’s leading adaptive riding programs for people with developmental disabilities, has launched an emergency fundraising campaign to sustain its operations.

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Annual Stand Down Event Serves Veterans

Oct 28, 2025 02:25PM ● By Janna Haynes, Sacramento County Public Information Office

At Mather Community Campus, a line of expectant veterans wraps around the building. Men and women donning hats, vests and jackets filled with patches identifying their service history: which branch and which war they survived.

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Drop-Off Locations Opening Soon for Operation Christmas Child

Oct 28, 2025 02:01PM ● By Samaritan’s Purse News Release

Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week from Nov. 17 to Nov. 24.

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ARC Celebrates 70 Years with Homecoming

Oct 27, 2025 01:46PM ● By MPG Staff

American River College will mark 70 years of learning, leadership and community this fall with Homecoming Week 2025, a weeklong celebration taking place Oct. 25 through Nov. 1.

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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Ruby Miller, Happy 100th!

Oct 22, 2025 08:51AM ● By MPG Staff

Ruby Miller, a long-time Citrus Heights resident, will be joined by family and friends in November to celebrate her 100th birthday.

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City Invites Residents and Businesses to State of the City Address

Oct 22, 2025 08:25AM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The City of Citrus Heights is committed to providing transparent and accessible information to residents and businesses on the operations and progress of your local government.

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October is National Pedestrian Safety Month

Oct 22, 2025 08:19AM ● By Citrus Heights Police Department News Release

Drivers Are Urged to Slow Down and Be Alert

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ArtBeat Festival Moves to Rusch Community Park

Oct 21, 2025 04:59PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

From noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, Rusch Community Park at 7801 Auburn Blvd. in Citrus Heights will come alive in a vibrant celebration of art, music, culture, creativity and community, as the popular Citrus Heights ArtBeat festival returns for its third year.

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Factory-trained installers “dry fit” a new construction sliding window on a stucco home

Windows for Warriors Program Honors Veterans

Oct 21, 2025 03:03PM ● By California Energy Consultant Service News Release

California Energy Consultant Service wants to give back to those who have served the country.

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Former Beaver Joseph ‘Pey’ Brito Dies

Oct 21, 2025 12:04PM ● By American River College Athletics News Release

Joseph "Pey" Brito, a former Beaver infielder from Delta High School, died two weeks ago. Pey redshirted at American River College in 2000 and then played second base for the Beavers baseball team in 2001 and 2002.

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Women's Golf Ties for Eighth at Golf Iconic Classic

Oct 21, 2025 11:58AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sophia Lee's even-par round of 72 led the California State University, Sacramento women's golf team during the final round of the Golf Iconic Classic on Oct. 15 at the New Mexico State University Golf Course.

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Athletics Director Rocko DeLuca’s High Fives

Oct 21, 2025 11:45AM ● By UC Davis Athletics

Caden Pinnick racks up weekly awards following a performance against No. 14 Northern Arizona that earned No. 6 UC Davis football a victory on homecoming.

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See Art, Make Art

Oct 21, 2025 11:26AM ● By Seth Henderson

Crocker Art Museum Hosts Specially Curated Homeschool Day

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New Home Sales Dip in September

Oct 21, 2025 11:26AM ● By North State Building Industry Association News Release

As many prospective homebuyers waited to see what happened with mortgage interest rates, new home sales in the Sacramento region dipped in September but remained above the average number of sales for the month, according to the North State Building Industry Association.

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Women’s Empowerment Program Celebrates 100th Graduating Class

Oct 21, 2025 10:46AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Fourteen graduates recently took a determined walk up to the stage amid cheers, applause and, for many, tears.

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Recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Oct 21, 2025 10:33AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Department of Child, Family and Adult Services is recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

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Pump Prices Rise Slightly after Southern California Refinery Fire

Oct 21, 2025 10:18AM ● By American Automobile Association News Release

As autumn sets in, the national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline has dropped to $3.11 from the $3.15 average two weeks ago, as of Oct. 9.

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SacRT Offers Free Rides Systemwide on Oct. 21 to Celebrate Customer Appreciation Month

Oct 17, 2025 04:24PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit District News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is saying a heartfelt “thank you” to its riders by offering free rides systemwide on Tuesday, Oct. 21, as part of its month-long Customer Appreciation Month celebration.

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A Message on Roads

Oct 14, 2025 04:15PM ● By Citrus Heights City Manager Ashley Feeney

When we invest in infrastructure, we invest in the future of Citrus Heights.

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Volunteers 'Chip In' for Arbor Day

Oct 14, 2025 04:03PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

he traffic roundabout on Fountain Square Drive at Stock Ranch Road across from Van Maren Park received a fresh dressing of decorative cocoa brown bark on Saturday, Oct. 11 as dozens of volunteers “chipped in” to celebrate the city’s designation as Tree City USA and to observe Arbor Day.

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