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The Big Idaho Potato Truck is Rolling into Sacramento’s Mardi Gras Fun

Feb 28, 2025 04:38PM ● By Idaho Potato Commission Promotion

Get ready to celebrate Mardi Gras in spud-tacular style! The iconic Big Idaho Potato Truck is rolling into the heart of Sacramento for the Broadway Festival Parade, adding extra fun to the festivities with the world-famous big Idaho potato.

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DarkHeart Brewing Celebrates Grand Opening

Feb 25, 2025 04:55PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Drop anchor, come ashore and ease your weary sea legs up to the bar at DarkHeart Brewing in Sylvan Corners, now open at 7110 Auburn Blvd. in Citrus Heights, and enjoy a cold, refreshing hand-crafted pint of Davy Jones Locker Imperial Stout.

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Dutch Luv Day Fundraiser a Success

Feb 25, 2025 03:34PM ● By Elise Spleiss

For seven years, Dutch Bros Coffee and Sunrise Christian Food Ministry in Citrus Heights have partnered in a coffee lovers’ community fundraiser every Valentine’s Day, otherwise known as Dutch Luv Day.

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City Welcomes DarkHeart Brewing

Feb 18, 2025 12:46PM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The City of Citrus Heights is proud to welcome DarkHeart Brewing, a new brewery to the community. The city supported bringing this family-run brewery to Citrus Heights through its Business Attraction Incentive Program.

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New Regulations for Sidewalk Vendors

Feb 11, 2025 02:48PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted on Feb. 4 to approve new ordinances to better regulate sidewalk vending in the unincorporated parts of the county, aiming to enhance public health, safety and compliance.

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Staying Hydrated and Saving the Environment at Kings Games

Feb 04, 2025 04:44PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings and Golden 1 Center unveiled a new PATH Grab-and-Go location, integrating Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology to enhance the fan experience.

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Kiwanis and Soroptimist Clubs Raise Walls for Habitat for Humanity

Jan 22, 2025 01:07PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Members of the Citrus Heights Kiwanis Club and Soroptimist International of Citrus Heights co-host their 39th annual Crab Feed fundraising dinner on Saturday, Jan. 25 at the Citrus Heights Event Center, (formerly the Community Center) at 6500 Fountain Square Drive.

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New Korean Barbecue Opening at Former Boston’s Pizza

Jan 22, 2025 01:04PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photo by Thomas J. Sullivan

Must Be Cow is officially the business name of a new Korean barbecue restaurant opening this summer in the former Boston’s Pizza site at 5511 Sunrise Blvd. in Citrus Heights.

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Teriyaki Madness Opens in Citrus Heights

Jan 22, 2025 12:55PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Teriyaki Madness, at 5975 Birdcage Center Lane, is a new quick-service Asian-fusion restaurant that celebrated its grand opening Friday, Jan. 17 in the Market Place in Birdcage.

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Stand Against Hunger Raises Nearly $630K for Food Banks

Jan 07, 2025 11:54AM ● By ABC10 News Release

Annual Programs supported by generous community members along with Wells Fargo, Ashley Law, Bayside Church and Northwest Exteriors

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Don’t Let Fats, Oils and Grease Ruin Holiday Cheer

Dec 03, 2024 02:53PM ● By Sacramento Area Sewer District News Release

As the holiday season approaches, the Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is urging residents to help prevent sewer backups, a common yet costly and disruptive issue that peaks during this time of year.

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Community Supports 2,000 Families at Turkey Giveaway

Nov 26, 2024 12:55PM ● By Elise Spleiss

The Sunrise Christian Food Ministry (SCFM) completed another successful Thanksgiving distribution in partnership with many community supporters.

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Amazon Fresh Set to Open in Sunrise Marketplace

Oct 29, 2024 05:58PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights' newest grocery store, Amazon Fresh, opens 8 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 with an 8 a.m. public ribbon cutting ceremony in the Sunrise Village shopping center at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Madison Avenue.

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Single Mom Strong Hosts Dinner

Oct 23, 2024 10:18AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Single Mom Strong, a nonprofit organization, has opened its Holiday Adopt-a-Family Registration. Registration forms are available from Single Mom Strong on its website at singlemomstrong.org through Nov. 7 for single mothers who are in need and reside in the greater Sacramento area.

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Amazon Fresh Moves Closer to Opening Date

Oct 09, 2024 09:51AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

Construction of Amazon Fresh, a new grocery store concept from Amazon.com, is quickly nearing completion in Sunrise Village at Madison Avenue and Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights.

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Sac County Celebrates Food Safety Excellence

Oct 02, 2024 09:48AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

To honor the remarkable food safety efforts of local restaurants and food facilities that protect the public from foodborne illnesses, and to celebrate National Food Safety Month, the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department recognized Sacramento County operators during the Board of Supervisors meeting on Sept. 10.

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Spaghetti Fundraiser to Fight Homelessness

Oct 01, 2024 02:55PM ● By MPG Staff

The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) will hold its 2024 Spaghetti Fest Fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 18 at the Citrus Heights Community Center

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Veterans Community Center Holds Fourth Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser

Sep 12, 2024 09:58AM ● By Elise Spleiss

Guests at the annual Luau fundraiser at the Veterans Community Center on Sylvan Road on Aug. 24 experienced a traditional Hawaiian afternoon in more ways than one.

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Fair Oaks Chicken Festival Sept. 21

Sep 12, 2024 09:07AM ● By Judy Andrews

Start practicing your chicken calls because it’s almost time to celebrate the 19th Annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival from 12 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at Fair Oaks Park (11549 Fair Oaks Blvd.).

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California Restaurant Foundation Elects Wayne Hilston as New Chair of the Board of Directors

Sep 10, 2024 03:41PM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

The California Restaurant Foundation (CRF), a nonprofit that invests in and empowers California restaurants and its workforce, has elected Wayne Hilston as its new Chair of the Board of Directors.

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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

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California Museum to Host 11th Annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta Oct. 12

Sep 05, 2024 10:21AM ● By California Museum News Release

Tickets are now available for the California Museum’s highly anticipated Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 12.

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Restaurants Row: Lou’s Burgers Here to Stay

Aug 19, 2024 05:26PM ● By Janice Row

Lou’s Burgers is at 6229 Watt Ave., North Highlands

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Circus Vargas Returns with the Ultimate Entertainment Extravaganza

Aug 14, 2024 11:57AM ● By Circus Vargas News Release

Get ready to witness the most extraordinary display of talent and wonder under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is back with its all-new 2024 production, ‘Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration!’

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Hot Jazz Jubilee 2024 to Sizzle

Aug 14, 2024 11:51AM ● By MPG Staff

The ninth annual Hot Jazz Jubilee will feature four days of music and entertainment over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30 to Sept. 2, under one roof.

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American Legion Post 637 Hosts Battle of the Bands and BBQ

Aug 14, 2024 11:23AM ● By American Legion Post 637 News Release

The American Legion Post 637 is inviting residents to its upcoming Battle of the Bands and BBQ’s fundraiser on Sept. 14.

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Veterans Community Center to Hold Annual Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser

Aug 14, 2024 10:43AM ● By Elise Spleiss

The fourth annual Hawaiian Luau Fundraiser returns to the Citrus Heights Veterans Community Center on Aug. 24.

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Mountain Mike’s of Fair Oaks Outstanding

Aug 09, 2024 12:06PM ● By Janice Row

I had a great time talking to Paul Grewal, the owner of Mountain Mike’s of Fair Oaks. You can tell by talking to him how much he loves his customers and his Mountain Mike’s family.

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Handel’s Ice Cream is Coming to Citrus Heights

Aug 07, 2024 09:24AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

A delicious, cold treat is coming to Citrus Heights as a new Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream store at 8055 Madison Ave. looks to open soon in the Almond Orchard Shopping Center.

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Best of Citrus Heights Voting Begins Aug. 6

Aug 02, 2024 03:31PM ● By Carol Feineman

It takes just a click of the button to show your appreciation for your favorite Citrus Heights businesses, places and organizations in more than 40 categories

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Gearing up for National Night Out

Jul 24, 2024 04:07PM ● By Ornella Rossi

On Tuesday, Aug. 6, area communities will come together to participate in National Night Out, an annual initiative aimed at fostering police-community partnerships and enhancing neighborhood solidarity

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Shenanigans Afoot!

Jul 22, 2024 10:54AM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photo by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Shenanigans Kitchen and Bar opened for business at the Madison and San Juan Avenue corner last weekend

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New Starbucks Proposed for Stock Ranch

Jul 18, 2024 10:16AM ● By Tom Sullivan

The Citrus Heights Planning Department has taken under review a Design Review Permit and Use Permit to build a new Starbucks coffee shop at 6970 Auburn Blvd. in Stock Ranch

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State Fair Here for 17 Days

Jul 09, 2024 01:30PM ● By Carol Feineman

California State Fair Honors the State's Agricultural Industry, with Much to See and Enjoy

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Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet Kicks Off 14th Annual 'Independence from Hunger’ Food Drive

Jul 03, 2024 02:24PM ● By Elise Spleiss, photo by Elise Spleiss

From Now Through July 31, Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet at 6059 Greenback Lane is Teaming Up with Sunrise Christian Food Ministry to Collect Food and Cash Donations

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