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Gateway Arch Construction Underway

Oct 14, 2025 03:56PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Multiple construction project milestones have been achieved at the midway point of construction for Citrus Heights’ Auburn Boulevard Phase 2 project, including foundations being set for a new “Welcome to Citrus Heights” gateway arch.

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Sunrise Park District's 75th Anniversary Jubilee

Oct 14, 2025 03:50PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A joyous crowd came together on Saturday, Oct. 4 in Rusch Community Park to celebrate and remember a very special gift donated in 1950 by Fred and Julia Rusch: their home and 15 acres of their ranch land.

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California Secretary of State Sets the Record Straight Regarding Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election Ballot Envelopes

Oct 14, 2025 02:50PM ● By California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber News Release

On Oct. 13 California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., clarified information about Nov. 4, Statewide Special Election ballot envelopes.

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Athletics Program Raises Record Numbers

Oct 14, 2025 01:59PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

UC Davis Raises More Than $500,000 During Champion Aggies Challenge

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First City Junior Golf Tournament Played

Oct 14, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The first Sacramento City Junior Golf Tournament for boys and girls aged 7 to 11 was played at the nine-hole William Land Park golf course on Oct. 4 and Oct. 5.

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Kings and Phoong Law Partner

Oct 14, 2025 01:41PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

‘The Purple Promise’ Empowers Women Entrepreneurs and Mentors Future Leaders

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River Cats President/COO Named MiLB Executive of the Year

Oct 14, 2025 01:33PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Sacramento River Cats President and Chief Operating Officer Chip Maxson has been named the 2025 MiLB Executive of the Year, according to a Minor League Baseball announcement on Oct. 6.

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Marthaler Named Big Sky Offensive Player of the Week

Oct 14, 2025 01:27PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento sophomore Victoria Marthaler was named the Big Sky Conference Offensive Player of the Week on Oct. 6 after leading the Hornets to a four-set volleyball road win

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Property Tax Postponement Program Filing Period Announced

Oct 14, 2025 11:59AM ● By California State Controller’s Office News Release

State Controller Malia M. Cohen announced that applications for property tax postponement are now being processed.

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California FFA Foundation Names New Board Members

Oct 14, 2025 11:49AM ● By California Future Farmers of America News Release

The California Future Farmers of America Foundation (FFA) has added two agricultural leaders, Shannon Douglass and Mel Machado, to its board of directors.

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Halloween Ball Mystery Tour at Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park

California State Parks Invites Public to Free Halloween Tours

Oct 14, 2025 11:40AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

Care to dance? California State Parks welcomes those who dare to Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park (SHP) for the Halloween Ball Mystery Tour.

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Free Mammograms for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oct 14, 2025 11:26AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Uninsured and underinsured members of the community are urged to act now

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County Responds to Special Election Ballot Envelope Concerns

Oct 14, 2025 10:39AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Department of Voter Registration and Elections staff recently learned about online posts concerning the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election ballot and envelope. (Proposition 50 is on the ballot.)

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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.

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From Television to the Stage

Oct 07, 2025 04:06PM ● By Abbey Wicks

An Interview with Zane Lamprey

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From Little League to the MLB Postseason

Oct 07, 2025 03:56PM ● By Seth Henderson

Local Little League Graduates Represent Sacramento in MLB Postseason

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County Public Health Officer to Retire

Oct 07, 2025 03:49PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Longstanding Sacramento County Public Health (SCPH) Officer Dr. Olivia Kasirye will retire next March after more than two decades of service.

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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.

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Code Enforcement Increases Penalties

Oct 07, 2025 03:43PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Strengthening Community Safety

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Public Authority Office Moves

Oct 07, 2025 03:32PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County’s Public Authority office recently moved to a new location. The new office is located at 9300 Tech Center Drive, Suite 100, Sacramento.

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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.

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Beanie Babies Needed for Holiday Gift Drive for Kindergarteners

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Claire Gliddon, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or gently used Beanie Babies for their kindergarten project that takes place each holiday season.

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Feedback Wanted Amidst Behavioral Health Services Act Transition

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

As the cooler temperatures set in and we transition from summer to fall, new transitions are happening within the Sacramento County Department of Health Services.

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New EBT Cards Being Mailed

Oct 07, 2025 03:14PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The California Department of Social Services has announced that magnetic stripe EBT cards are set to expire by Oct. 25.

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Construction Underway on Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet

Oct 07, 2025 03:13PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Construction of a new Grocery Outlet in Sunrise Village started last week with a projected completion date of completion in early 2026.

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New Bargain Super Market Opens

Oct 07, 2025 03:05PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Bargain Super Market, a new, family-owned, independent convenience grocery store near the corner of Birdcage Street and Greenback Lane, opened at 7817 Greenback Lane in Citrus Heights.

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Kings Launch ‘Los Kings’ Platform

Oct 07, 2025 02:59PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

Sacramento Kings Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

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Lawrence Butler Medical Update

Oct 07, 2025 02:33PM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s Outfielder Successful Surgery, Undergoing Rehabilitation

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Whisenhunt Named PCL Pitcher of the Year, All-Star

Oct 07, 2025 02:16PM ● By Sacramento River Cats News Release

Also Named Was Right-Hander Carson Seymour

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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Voting Begins for Statewide Special Election

Oct 07, 2025 01:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Early Voting Encouraged for Nov. 4 Special Election

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SacRT Launches Transit Connect

Oct 07, 2025 11:28AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) recently launched the Transit Connect app, a new regional fare payment system that gives riders a faster, easier and more flexible way to pay for transit.

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Club Studio Fitness Celebrates First Anniversary

Sep 30, 2025 01:19PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The main lobby of Club Studio Fitness, a cutting-edge fitness training club in the Sunrise Village Shopping Center was bustling Saturday morning, Sept. 27, during its first anniversary.

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Council Honors Firefighters

Sep 30, 2025 01:12PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Citrus Heights Councilmember Porsche Middleton read a proclamation recognizing October as Firefighter Appreciation Month during the Sept. 24 Citrus Heights City Council meeting.

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Sunrise Montessori School Opens at Sunrise Mall

Sep 30, 2025 01:05PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Sunrise Montessori School, a new preschool providing daycare, preschool, kindergarten and child development classes for students, ages 2 to 12, has opened behind the former Sears retail store at 7233 Sunrise Blvd. in Sunrise Mall.

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