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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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Cal Expo to Host Military, Veteran and First Responder Appreciation Day

Jul 03, 2024 11:04AM ● By Cal Expo News Release

Join Cal Expo on Wednesday, July 24

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Greater Sacramento Nonprofits Awarded Nearly Half Million Dollars from Bank of America

Jul 03, 2024 10:45AM ● By Bank of America News Release

Grants to 20 Organizations in Greater Sacramento Address Health and Jobs Needs of Individuals and Families

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Local Lions Clubs and Grocery Outlet Team Up to Feed Community

Jul 03, 2024 10:04AM ● By Annie Kerr

Grocery Outlet of North Highlands and Two Local Lions Clubs are Dedicating an Entire Month to Giving Back to Their Community and Fighting Hunger

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Spaghetti Feed Fundraiser Brings Vets, Community Together

Jun 25, 2024 04:23PM ● By Elise Spleiss

Volunteers at the Citrus Heights Veterans Community Center on Sylvan Road Host Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

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Celebrate July 4 at Area Events

Jun 25, 2024 03:39PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Get Ready to Celebrate Independence Day with a Lineup of Exciting Events Across the Region

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Residents Invited to Stars & Stripes Celebration

Jun 18, 2024 03:07PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Second Annual Stars & Stripes Celebration to Be Held at Van Maren Park

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Spaghetti Dinner Raises Funds for Veterans

Jun 18, 2024 02:50PM ● By Elise Spleiss

The Veterans Community Center’s Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Organizers on June 22 Promise an Evening of Delicious Food, Live Entertainment, and Community Spirit from 5 to 8 p.m.

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Libraries to Provide Free Meals to Youth

Jun 18, 2024 01:31PM ● By Annie Kerr and Mitch Barber

Fourteen Public Libraries Throughout the Area are Offering Free Meals to Local Youth as Needed Throughout the Summer

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New ‘Hayvy Bayky’ Bake Shop Opens in Birdcage Center

Jun 18, 2024 11:38AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

18-Year-Old Baking Prodigy Haven Claycomb Offered Customers a Taste of His Original Recipe Cupcakes, Cookie Sandwiches and Brownies

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Curiosities of the Russian River

Jun 13, 2024 10:35AM ● By Dannah Nielsen, MPG Travel Correspondent, photos by Dannah Nielsen

The Russian River Stretches Over 115 Miles

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Second Annual City Scoop Ice Cream Social Series Returns

Jun 11, 2024 03:47PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

An Estimated Crowd of 400 Gathered Under the Shady Trees Outside the Front of the Sylvan Oaks Library

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Citrus Heights Brings Back Stars and Stripes Celebration

Jun 11, 2024 03:29PM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

City of Citrus Heights is Excited to Bring Back the Stars and Stripes Celebration for its Second Year

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