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Grocery Outlet, Republic Services and the Sunrise Food Closet are working together in Grocery Outlet’s 15th annual Independence from Hunger Food Drive campaign
Independence from Hunger Food Drive has Begun

Jul 01, 2025 12:06PM ● By Elise Spliess, photos by Elise Spliess

Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet has officially kicked off its 15th annual Independence from Hunger Food Drive campaign.

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SUN Bucks Returns for Summer 2025

Jun 30, 2025 04:51PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Summer break is a season of sunshine and fun but for many Sacramento County families, it also brings a food access challenge.

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The City of Citrus Heights is holding its third annual Stars and Stripes Celebration
Stars and Stripes at Van Maren Park

Jun 24, 2025 04:14PM ● By MPG Staff

The City of Citrus Heights is holding its third annual Stars and Stripes Celebration at Van Maren Park on June 28, featuring live music, food and a Kid Zone, starting at 6 p.m.

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The main entrance to the proposed quick-serve drive through restaurant faces Birdcages Street
Planning Commission Approves Quick-Serve Drive-Thru

Jun 17, 2025 03:18PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights Planning Commission members unanimously approved a design use permit to allow the construction of a new 5,000-square-foot quick serve drive-thru restaurant in place of the former Marie Callender’s Restaurant and Bakery at 5525 Sunrise Blvd. in Citrus Heights.

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Family enjoying ice cream at the City Scoop Ice Cream event
City Scoop Ice Cream Event Returns

Jun 11, 2025 08:49AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The rear parking area of San Juan High School on Greenback Lane, adjacent to the swimming pool was turned into an informal ice cream parlor on Wednesday, June 4 as the city of Citrus Heights hosted its first of its three-summer family-friendly City Scoop ice cream socials.

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Band CC Seger entertains the crowd at a previous year’s Stars & Stripes Celebration
Celebrate Stars and Stripes

Jun 11, 2025 08:38AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Join the City of Citrus Heights for its third Annual Stars & Stripes Celebration taking place at Van Maren Park at 6601 Thalia Way, starting at 6 p.m. June 28.

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Connections Academy at Gateway Offers K-10 Virtual Schooling for Northern California Families

May 13, 2025 10:39AM ● By Connections Academy at Gateway News Release

The tuition-free virtual public charter program is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year

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Decide Which is The American River Burger Champion

May 13, 2025 10:09AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Parkway Foundation invites Sacramento-area community members to Discovery Park for the American River Burger Battle.

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California Restaurant Foundation’s Annual Resilience Fund Returns for the Fifth Year

Apr 28, 2025 12:57PM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

Grant Applications for California’s Independent Restaurants are Now Open

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American Legion Post 383 is hosting a dinner and dance featuring music by the Stone River Revival Band and catered by Texas Roadhouse
American Legion BBQ & Boots Dinner and Dance

Apr 21, 2025 05:47PM ● By American Legion Post 383 News Release

American Legion Post 383 is hosting a dinner and dance open to the public on May 3.

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New Korean BBQ Sushi to Open This Summer

Apr 08, 2025 02:26PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photo by Thomas J. Sullivan

Progress toward opening a new Korean barbecue and sushi restaurant, doing business as Must Be Cow, is “moo-ving” along.

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New Grocery Outlet to Open, JOANN Closing

Mar 18, 2025 04:31PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Several new businesses are planning to open soon in the Sunrise Village shopping center in Citrus Heights, including Grocery Outlet, which has filed plans with the Citrus Heights planning department to open in the vacant former Rite Aid drug store.

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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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