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SMUD Median Project Removes Palm Trees on Sunrise Boulevard

Aug 12, 2025 02:12PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

An independent contractor working on behalf of the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) removed eight palm trees from the traffic median along Sunrise Boulevard to support an upcoming transformer replacement project that is planned this fall, according to the utility.

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Event participants could experience the latest in electric vehicle technology, talk to electric vehicle owners about their experiences, learn about electric-vehicle charging and find out about incentives and rebates that help make electric vehicles an affordable option
SMUD Hosts Electric Vehicle “Ride and Drive” Event

Aug 12, 2025 02:03PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

With just weeks left until federal electric vehicle (EV) tax credits worth up to $7,500 end on Sept. 30, SMUD hosted a special “ride and drive” event at the Sunrise Mall during the weekly Farmer’s Market on Aug. 9 to give the community an opportunity to test drive a variety of electric vehicles and get expert guidance on tax incentives before those savings disappear.

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Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) recently began constructing two new groundwater wells
Breaking Ground on Two New Wells

Aug 12, 2025 10:54AM ● By Citrus Heights Water District News Release

Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) recently began constructing two new groundwater wells to improve water reliability for the community and reduce reliance on Folsom Lake during dry years.

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Eagle Scout Helps Nature Area

Aug 12, 2025 10:09AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Eagle Scout candidate Evan Stach, 14, has nailed a need for the Earl J. Koobs Nature Area in Carmichael.

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the California Business Roundtable indicated its support to expand access to private investments in 401(k) accounts
President’s Executive Order Opening 401(k)s to Private Markets Needed

Aug 11, 2025 06:04PM ● By California Business Roundtable News Release

On Aug. 7, the California Business Roundtable indicated its support to expand access to private investments in 401(k) accounts.

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Reduce Electricity during Flex Alerts and Earn Bill Credits

Aug 11, 2025 05:05PM ● By MPG Staff

With temperature rising, it’s not too late to register for Power Saver Rewards, a California Public Utilities Commission program.

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Battle of the Bands and BBQ
Honoring the Brave

Aug 05, 2025 12:46PM ● By MPG Staff

The eighth annual Battle of the Bands and BBQ, hosted by American Legion Post 637, will be from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13 at the Historic Rusch Home and Gardens, located at 7301 Antelope Road, Citrus Heights.

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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.

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Celtic Cross Presbyterian Church in Citrus Heights is partnering with the Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team
New Celtic Cross HART Lunch Café Program Launches

Aug 05, 2025 12:24PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Celtic Cross Presbyterian Church in Citrus Heights is partnering with the Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) to launch a new lunch café ministry.

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Children at the Aerospace Museum Summer Camp
Aerospace Museum Summer Camp Gives Lasting Impact

Aug 05, 2025 08:49AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

This summer, rising fourth- through sixth-graders from San Juan Unified School District discovered just how far their imagination could take them at the Aerospace Museum of California’s “Dream it… Build it: Design, Build and Engineer” summer camp.

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New Lincoln Highway Sign Installed

Jul 30, 2025 09:52AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Join in a public celebration of the historic Lincoln Highway’s special place in Citrus Heights history at 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, as a new commemorative sign is dedicated in front of San Juan High School, 7551 Greenback Lane.

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Sacramento is to host thousands for an international spiritual event at the Golden 1 Center
Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Jul 30, 2025 08:33AM ● By Jehovah’s Witnesses News Release

In the weeks leading up to the highly anticipated Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses, local Witnesses from across Northern California are warmly inviting their neighbors to attend this unique international event at the Golden 1 Center from Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.

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Handheld translation device resembles a smartphone and provides real-time voice and text translation
Bridging the Language Gap with Technology

Jul 29, 2025 11:12AM ● By San Juan Unified School District Staff

Communicating with school staff can be challenging for families who are new to the country or have limited English proficiency. But a new tool introduced across San Juan Unified School District is helping to break down some of those barriers.

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Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Lee Seale
Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Retires

Jul 29, 2025 11:00AM ● By Sacramento Superior Court News Release

Sacramento Superior Court Executive Officer Lee Seale will retire on Aug. 1, following a career dedicated to law and justice.

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County Connects Veterans & Families to Benefits

Jul 29, 2025 10:51AM ● By Sacramento County Health and Social Services News Release

Sacramento County’s Veterans Services Office plays a vital role in helping veterans and their dependents access life-changing benefits.

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Cast Your Vote for the Best of Citrus Heights

Jul 25, 2025 01:59PM ● By MPG Staff

There’s still time to vote in the 20th annual 2025 Best of Citrus Heights annual awards.

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The new mobile drop-off CLYNK recycling center in Citrus Heights features a solar panel on the roof and several drop windows for different recyclables
New Mobile Recycling Center Approved for Copperwood Square

Jul 22, 2025 05:28PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights city planners have approved an application submitted by Ivan Pislar and Jacie Leavitt, owners and operators of Ivan’s Recycling, LLC, to open an innovative new mobile, drop-off, self-serve CRV bag drop recycling facility in the Copperwood Square Shopping Center.

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On July 9, the Citrus Heights City Council recognized the exemplary work of two Citrus Heights American Legion Post 637 members
Making a Difference

Jul 22, 2025 05:19PM ● By Elise Spleiss

On July 9, the Citrus Heights City Council recognized the exemplary work of two Citrus Heights American Legion Post 637 members, emphasizing the importance of its partners in the city and community who are all working together to improve the lives of veterans in Citrus Heights, the state and nation.

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A long-vacant 7,500-square-foot commercial building at 7010 Sunrise Boulevard,
New Leases in Copperwood Plaza in Citrus Heights

Jul 22, 2025 05:09PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A long-vacant 7,500-square-foot commercial building at 7010 Sunrise Blvd., which was once home to Hollywood Video, and later to an Aaron’s furniture rental store in the Copperwood Square Shopping Center in Citrus Heights, has seen a substantial amount of activity in recent weeks.

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Water district advisory committee members discussing
Water District Invites Residents to Apply to the Customer Advisory Committee

Jul 22, 2025 04:54PM ● By Citrus Heights Water District News Release

Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) is offering a community leadership opportunity and is looking for water customers for its Customer Advisory Committee (CAC).

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attendees at the ACCESS Citrus Heights Luncheon
Your City is Tackling Crime

Jul 22, 2025 04:47PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photo by Ornella Rossi

On July 15, community leaders, local officials and business professionals gathered at the Citrus Heights Event Center for the monthly ACCESS Citrus Heights Luncheon.

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Unsecured Property Taxes Due Sept. 2

Jul 22, 2025 10:34AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Annual bills for Sacramento County unsecured personal property taxes for fiscal year 2025-2026 will be mailed on July 18 and are due no later than Sept. 2 to avoid penalties for delinquency.

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Robert Topper, the assistant special agent in charge for the San Francisco Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, speaks at
Law Enforcement Partnership Yields 24 Narcotics Arrests

Jul 22, 2025 10:22AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento Police Department, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced the results of a recent operation focused on maintaining safety and quality of life in the central city.

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Students are enhancing their English through math, art, English Language Development and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math learning opportunities
Newcomer Students Grow Their English Language Skills

Jul 22, 2025 09:12AM ● By San Juan Unified School District News Release

For many English learners, moving to another country and navigating a different education system in a new language is a challenging experience.

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Peer-to-Peer Payment is the New Cash

Jul 17, 2025 01:11PM ● By Joe Thompson

In Sacramento County, peer-to-peer payments are transforming how small businesses get paid.

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Youth fairgoers take a lunch break on a shady hill at the Sacramento County Fair
Jam-Packed State Fair Open for more than Two Weeks

Jul 14, 2025 06:04PM ● By Seth Henderson

Featuring more than 50 carnival rides, a range of performances and competitions within various industries, and of course food, the California State Fair kicked off on July 11 at Cal Expo, lasting through July 27.

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Citrus Heights City Council presented a proclamation to the Sunrise Recreation and Park District
July Is Parks and Recreation Month

Jul 14, 2025 05:58PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Council Honors American Legion Members

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A group of pirates celebrate the grand opening of Black Sails Coffee Lounge
Black Sails Coffee Drops Anchor in Birdcage

Jul 14, 2025 05:41PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

It was time to embrace one’s inner pirate swagger as Black Sails Coffee Lounge cut its official black opening day ribbon on Saturday, July 12 in the Marketplace at Birdcage in Citrus Heights, welcoming its first customers to come onboard.

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A new EVgo electric vehicle charging station has opened
New EVgo Vehicle Charging Station Opens at Sunrise Mall

Jul 14, 2025 05:33PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A new EVgo electric vehicle charging station has opened near the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Macy’s Plaza in the Sunrise Mall parking lot on a portion of the property which is owned by Ethan Conrad Properties of Sacramento.

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In Las Vegas on June 16, the Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team wins the international Copa Rayados
High Quality Development at Republic FC Academy

Jul 08, 2025 09:49AM ● By Seth Henderson

The Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team won the international Copa Rayados tournament in Las Vegas on June 16 without conceding a goal, ranking first in the Northwest Division for quality of play, rated at 86.2.

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A's Jacob Wilson Elected Starter for All-Star Game

Jul 08, 2025 09:45AM ● By Athletics News Release

Jacob Wilson from the Athletics has been elected by the fans as starting shortstop for the American League in the 2025 All-Star Game at Atlanta on July 15.

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University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson is in the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer league.
TY Johnson Signs with Lakers

Jul 08, 2025 09:43AM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson has signed a summer league contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, following the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Jackson Slater has been named Sacramento State's Male Student-Athlete of the Year
Sac State’s Jackson Slater Named Student-Athlete of the Year

Jul 08, 2025 09:37AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Football's Jackson Slater has been named California State University, Sacramento's Male Student-Athlete of the Year.

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Staying Healthy and Safe Driving in a Heatwave

Jul 08, 2025 09:30AM ● By DiscoverCars.com News Release

Drivers need to ensure they take precautions this summer, because extreme temperatures have been predicted by the National Weather Service across the U.S. from June to August.

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Greater Sacramento Division President Rachael McKinney, left, heart transplant patient Mick Doughty and Dr. David Roberts proudly display the Joint Commission/American Heart Association certificate.
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento Recertified with Top Cardiovascular Honor

Jul 08, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sutter Health News Release

Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento this month received the top cardiovascular honor from The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association.

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