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Kongkiat (Ken) Putson, owner of Thai Orchid, a popular Thai restaurant

Popular Thai Restaurant in Citrus Heights Offered for Sale

Jan 27, 2026 10:39AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

After 14 years of serving flavorful, traditional family recipes, Kongkiat (Ken) Putson, owner of Thai Orchid, a popular Thai restaurant in Citrus Heights has offered his business for sale, looking to move to the Dallas, Texas area where he can be closer to family.

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Grocery Outlet Prepares for March Opening

Jan 27, 2026 10:26AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Construction of a new Grocery Outlet store in Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights is quickly moving towards a March completion date, according to a senior construction superintendent for Tilton Pacific Construction, Inc.

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Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers Fundraiser Benefits American Tinnitus Association

Jan 27, 2026 09:31AM ● By Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers News Release

Restaurants Donate 100% of Profits to Honor Late Founder Kent Taylor

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California State Fair Announces New Chief Wine Judge

Jan 26, 2026 04:02PM ● By California State Fair News Release

The California State Fair appointed Tim McDonald of Napa as the new Chief Judge of the California State Fair Commercial Wine Competition.

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Crumbling red brick rubble outlines several of the remaining raised landscaping beds

Construction Yet to Begin at Drive-Thru Site

Jan 20, 2026 09:28AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Nearly five months after the demolition of the former Marie Callender’s Restaurant and Bakery at 5525 Sunrise Blvd, construction of a new quick serve restaurant (QSR) which was previously approved by the city of Citrus Heights for the location has yet to begin.

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Sweet Music Studio Cafe to Celebrate Grand Opening

Jan 20, 2026 09:16AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Sweet Music Studio Cafe, a new family-owned music venue at 8040 Greenback Lane in Citrus Heights will celebrate its grand opening on Friday, Jan. 23, with a morning ribbon cutting ceremony sponsored by the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce.

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new Citrus Heights Food Truck Plaza

Construction Nears Completion on Food Truck Plaza

Jan 13, 2026 10:35AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Public utility completion timelines have moved the expected opening of the new Citrus Heights Food Truck Plaza, located at the northeastern corner of Twin Oaks Avenue and Auburn Boulevard to early March 2026, according to its owner, Jagtar Singh.

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The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce celebrated the official opening of Must Be Cow

Must Be Cow Celebrates Opening

Jan 13, 2026 10:08AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Two months after a soft opening to first-time customers, it was time for the owners of Must Be Cow, a new Korean BBQ and Sushi Restaurant at 5511 Sunrise Blvd. in Citrus Heights to take their public bow.

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Narenj Mediterranean Grocery Expands

Jan 06, 2026 10:34AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Take time to discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with shawarma, falafel, hummus and much more at the Narenj Mediterranean Grocery located in Citrus Heights.

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County’s 2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released

Nov 24, 2025 03:07PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million, county Agricultural Commissioner Chris Flores reported during her presentation of the 2024 Sacramento County Crop and Livestock Report at the Nov. 18 Board of Supervisors meeting.

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County's 2024 Crop and Livestock Report Released

Nov 24, 2025 02:29PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The gross production value of all agricultural commodities in Sacramento County was more than $536 million, county Agricultural Commissioner Chris Flores reported

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Save Mart Launches Hunger Relief Campaign

Nov 18, 2025 09:08AM ● By The Save Mart Companies News Release

Holiday food drive delivers 100% of donations to local food banks, first distribution before Christmas

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Average California Farm Loses $20,528 Annually to Natural Hazards

Nov 12, 2025 09:09AM ● By Trace One News Release

High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates Grand Opening

Nov 05, 2025 11:06AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights has a new place to satisfy your sweet tooth. Nothing Bundt Cakes in the Sunrise Village Shopping Center celebrated its official grand opening with a morning ribbon cutting on Oct. 23, hosted by the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce.

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Sierra Donor Services Partners with Texas Roadhouse

Oct 31, 2025 12:01PM ● By Sierra Donor Services News Release

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is excited to partner with the popular restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse for a three-day promotional event encouraging guests to register as life-saving organ, eye and tissue donors.

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57% of Americans Cut Back on Candy This Halloween as Chocolate Prices Rise: New Study

Oct 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Brandpoint Content

New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy.

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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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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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Construction site

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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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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Retired Teachers Invited for Coffee and Conversation

Sep 03, 2025 01:15PM ● By California Retired Teachers Association News Release

As the new school year begins and students return to their classrooms, newly retired teachers can often feel ambivalent. Happy to be free of the demands placed on educators, but missing the shared connections when pupils begin a new journey in learning.

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The lovable Rocky is at every Orangevale/Fair Oaks Grange number 354 pancake breakfast

Nonprofits Thrive at Chicken Festival

Sep 02, 2025 05:47PM ● By Sabrina Bernardo

Each year, the Fair Oaks Chicken Festival draws thousands of attendees with its quirky charm, live entertainment, mouthwatering food and vibrant community spirit but behind the feathers and festivities lies a deeper purpose.

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‘Just Desserts’ is Scrumptious Art

Aug 21, 2025 01:11PM ● By Carol Feineman

Sixteen artists, the majority being neighbors, have their second exhibit, “Just Desserts and Other Delights,” a Wayne Tiebault-inspired art exhibit, on display through September in a Land Park venue.

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Huge Food Drive Success

Aug 19, 2025 08:41AM ● By Elise Spleiss

This year’s Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet Independence from Hunger campaign was the most successful in its history.

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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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Celebrating Polish Culture

Jul 29, 2025 10:26AM ● By Polish American Club of Sacramento News Release

Join the Polish American Club of Sacramento, Inc. at the 34th annual Polish Festival. Come celebrate and learn about the Polish culture through traditional food, drink and song from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 6 at 327 Main St., Roseville.

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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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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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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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Community members bring food donations during the annual food drive

SMUD's Giving Friday Returns to State Fair

Jul 14, 2025 04:25PM ● By SMUD News Release

Free Admission to Giving Friday with Donation of Nonperishable Foods

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Construction Of Grocery Outlet in Sunrise Village Yet to Begin

Jul 08, 2025 08:58AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

While a design review permit was filed six months ago with the Citrus Heights Planning Department, the start of construction of a new Grocery Outlet Bargain Market store in Sunrise Village has yet to begin.

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Drawing of what the Dutch Bros will look like

New Dutch Bros Proposed for Former Rally Burger Location

Jul 01, 2025 12:43PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

With a change in color scheme from bright red and white to dark blue and gray, and minor interior and exterior improvements, the shuttered former Rally’s burger drive-thru at the corner of Grand Oaks Boulevard and Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights could soon see new life as the city’s third Dutch Bros quick service coffee location.

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Evelyn Guizar is the owner of Sweet Music Studio Café

Sweet Music Studio Café to Open

Jul 01, 2025 12:33PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The family-owned café, located at 8040 Greenback Lane in Citrus Heights in a small commercial plaza on Greenback Lane just before Fair Oaks Boulevard, will serve as both a live musical performance venue and a casual eatery, offering customers desserts, coffee, and artisan beer and wine.

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The San Francisco-area band, Mercy and the Heartbeats performed popular hits from the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s.

Celebrating Our Stars and Stripes

Jul 01, 2025 12:15PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photos by Elise Spleiss

While it wasn’t the Fourth of July, the holiday spirit was in the air as hundreds of rambunctious youngsters gathered for the third annual Citrus Heights Stars and Stripes celebration on June 28 at Van Maren Park, 6601 Thalia Way.

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