Consumer News

Last Updated: Oct 10, 2024 12:40PM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Great California ShakeOut Tour to Stop in Sacramento in Advance of Great California ShakeOut Day

Oct 10, 2024 12:40PM ● By California Governor's Office of Emergency Services News Release

Public invited to learn from experts and experience an earthquake simulator

Read More »

Citrus Heights to Test Solar Powered Streetlights

Oct 09, 2024 09:44AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The City of Citrus Heights General Services Department is building the first of three new solar powered streetlights to help enhance public safety near the Sunrise Tech Center.

Read More »

IRS Reminds Taxpayers of Oct. 15 Tax-Filing Extension Deadline; Combat Zones, Disaster Areas, Israel have more time

Oct 07, 2024 02:28PM ● By IRS Media Relations News Release

The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers Oct. 7 to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the upcoming Tuesday, Oct. 15, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties.

Read More »

Battle of the Bands and BBQ Raises $14K

Oct 01, 2024 03:28PM ● By Elise Spleiss

On Sept. 14, the Citrus Heights American Legion Post 637 raised a total of $14,000 at its 10th Battle of the Bands and BBQ event for its Vets Helping Vets Fund. This fund helps veterans and their families during times of need throughout the year.

Read More »

Miller’s Ace Hardware Named Small Business of the Month

Oct 01, 2024 01:55PM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Assemblyman Josh Hoover recently announced Miller’s Ace Hardware as our Small Business of the Month for September 2024. It is located at 8077 Madison Ave. in Citrus Heights.

Read More »

Aerospace Museum of California Hosting We Can Do It - Together! - Inspiring Girls in STEM

Sep 26, 2024 01:47PM ● By Aerospace Museum of California News Release

The Aerospace Museum of California is pleased to announce the return of We Can Do It - Together! An opportunity to inspire the next generation of women in STEM

Read More »

Assembly Republicans Announce Legislation to Bring Down Gas Prices

Sep 25, 2024 01:31PM ● By Assembly Republicans News Release

As Californians continue to struggle with the highest gas prices in the nation and Gov. Newsom jams Legislative Democrats with a dangerous scheme that will drive costs even higher, Assembly Republicans have introduced a series of bills aimed at providing immediate and long-term relief for drivers across the state.

Read More »

Levee Breach Marks Completion of the Delta’s Largest-ever Tidal Wetland Restoration Project

Sep 19, 2024 12:16PM ● By Department of Water Resources News Release

Project Restores 3,400 acres of Habitat for Sensitive Fish Species While Also Reducing Flood Risk in the Central Valley

Read More »

Georgia Man Charged with Defrauding his Former Employer Williams Sonoma out of More than $10 Million

Sep 19, 2024 09:18AM ● By USAO NDCA News Release

Indictment Alleges Defendant Billed for Work Not Provided and Spent the Proceeds on a Yacht, Mansion, Automobiles, Professional Sports Events, Landscaping, and Pet Cloning

Read More »

“American Pickers” to Film in California

Sep 18, 2024 01:54PM ● By Cineflix Productions News Release

They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in November 2024

Read More »

Critical Need: Citrus Heights Community Blood Drive

Sep 18, 2024 11:09AM ● By Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Citrus Heights News Release

On Thursday, Sept. 26 from 2:30 to 5:45 p.m., Citrus Heights area residents can help meet an immediate need for blood donations as the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints hosts one of its quarterly blood drives.

Read More »

Council Vacancy Holds Until After Election

Sep 18, 2024 10:41AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The first action at the Sept. 11 Citrus Heights City Council meeting was for council members to fill the seat recently vacated by former Mayor Bret Daniels.

Read More »

IRS Encourages People to Do an End-Of-Summer Tax Checkup

Sep 18, 2024 09:24AM ● By IRS News Release

The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to consider using the end of the summer to make tax withholding or payment updates to avoid a potential surprise next year at tax time.

Read More »

California Comment on Latest NFIB Jobs Report

Sep 18, 2024 09:08AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

Small business has a wish list for Congress, Governor Newsom

Read More »

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center Welcomes New Chief Medical Officer

Sep 17, 2024 04:58PM ● By Dignity Health News Release

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Vimal Mishra as its new Chief Medical Officer.

Read More »

Public Meeting Will Discuss Possibly Combining Water Districts

Sep 17, 2024 04:27PM ● By Original Communications

The public is invited to an important community event co-hosted by the Sacramento Suburban Water District and the Del Paso Manor Water District on Tuesday, Sept. 24 to discuss a possible combination of the two water districts.

Read More »

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Hosts NICU Reunion

Sep 12, 2024 01:13PM ● By Ornella Rossi

In celebration of NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) Awareness Month, Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center will hold its annual NICU reunion from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Rusch Park, 7801 Auburn Blvd.

Read More »

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 »

Mayor Daniels’ Final Meeting, Affordable Senior Housing Funding Approved

Sep 12, 2024 09:47AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Citrus Heights City Council at its Aug. 28 meeting recognized Mayor Bret Daniels for his years of service to the City of Citrus Heights.

Read More »

CDPH Warns of Increased Risk of Valley Fever Through Fall

Sep 06, 2024 11:37AM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

Investigation Continues into Reports of Valley Fever Among Music Festival Attendees

Read More »

Wraparound Services Positively Impact Youth

Sep 05, 2024 02:50PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Zavion and Serenity are two inspiring teens whose stories exemplify how support services can positively change lives

Read More »

Planning Commission Approves Motions to Move Sayonara Habitat Project Forward

Sep 05, 2024 02:37PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Citrus Heights Planning Commission unanimously approved motions for a tentative subdivision map and its design review for the pending construction of 26 new half-plex housing units

Read More »

Assemblyman Gallagher Addresses Homelessness

Sep 05, 2024 12:28PM ● By Mitch Barber

According to a 2023 report to Congress by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development there were 181,399 homeless individuals in California.

Read More »

Victim Advocates, Law Enforcement Call for Rejection of Senate Bill 94

Sep 05, 2024 11:58AM ● By Office of Assemblyman James Gallagher News Release

Measure Will Allow Violent Murderers Out of Prison Early

Read More »

Battle of the Bands Helps Veterans

Sep 05, 2024 10:27AM ● By Elise Spleiss

The historic Rusch Home and Gardens in Citrus Heights is the site for the Sept. 14 annual Battle of the Bands and BBQs event to raise funds to assist American Legion Post 637

Read More »

Playmakers Teaches Kindness, Character Through Flag Football

Sep 05, 2024 10:12AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Playmakers organization is a nonprofit that works with local youth to build character through free sports programs throughout the year

Read More »

Suicide Prevention Month Can Save Lives

Sep 05, 2024 09:51AM ● By MPG Staff

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and discuss this urgently increasing crisis

Read More »

Nature Savers Reel in Line

Sep 05, 2024 09:41AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

A volunteer team has taken on a mission to clear miles of abandoned fishing line from local rivers and waterways

Read More »

Assemblyman Hoover urges Governor Newsom to Sign Legislation Improving Accountability Over Homelessness Spending

Sep 03, 2024 01:36PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

A (MPG) - On Saturday, Aug. 31, Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced the passage of Assembly Bill 2903 out of the Legislature, which would require state-run homelessness programs to annually report cost and outcome data to the California Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH).

Read More »

Maddocks Elevated to Women’s Tennis Associate Head Coach

Aug 27, 2024 11:17AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

After helping lead the Sacramento State women’s tennis team to a pair of Big Sky Conference trophies and its first NCAA Tournament berth in a decade, Jack Maddocks has been elevated to the position of associate head coach with the program it was announced on Aug. 23.

Read More »

Men’s Soccer Strikes Early

Aug 27, 2024 11:03AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Sophomore Donovan Sessoms wasted little time in getting the Sacramento State men’s soccer team’s season off to a celebratory start, scoring in the fifth minute for an early lead, but the Hornets could muster little after that as visiting Utah Valley netted three unanswered goals en route to a 3-1 victory on Thursday evening at Hornet Soccer Field.

Read More »

Home Depot Revamps Veterans Home

Aug 27, 2024 10:34AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

In a heartfelt display of community spirit, Home Depot has completed a significant renovation project for David Marcucci, a local veteran whose home in Carmichael was in dire need of repair

Read More »

Luncheon Highlights City Progress and Future Plans

Aug 27, 2024 09:36AM ● By Ornella Rossi

During the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon on Aug. 20, keynote speaker Citrus Heights City Manager Ashley Feeney highlighted the community's recent achievements and outlined plans for further development.

Read More »

MikesPlayground Fundraiser Unites Community

Aug 27, 2024 09:05AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

MikesPlayground, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating accessible playgrounds for children with special needs, held its inaugural fundraiser on Aug. 24 at San Juan Park, 5509 Mariposa Ave.

Read More »