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Feed the Homeless Event Helps 100 Residents

Jan 07, 2025 05:15PM ● By Elise Spleiss

American Legion Post 637 members and friends recently gathered in front of the Texas Roadhouse in Citrus Heights for their sixth annual holiday Feed the Homeless event.

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Chamber Moves to New Office

Jan 07, 2025 05:11PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce ended 2024 with a move to a new office in the Greenfair Plaza at 8091 Greenback Lane, Suite F, near the corner of Fair Oaks and Sunrise Boulevard, where the Chamber has signed a three-year lease.

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Salmon Success in River

Jan 07, 2025 02:12PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Within weeks following completion of a $1.7-million Water Forum project in October, giant Chinook were spawning in new gravel beds. The 2024 effort to aid the endangered species centered on River Bend Park (Rancho Cordova) and William B. Pond Park (Carmichael).

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Organ Music Alive and Well in Sacramento

Jan 07, 2025 02:07PM ● By Pattie McDaniel

Chuck Shumate of Carmichael Elks Lodge Number 2103 and Dan Baldassari of Sacramento Elks Lodge Number 6 are unique among musicians who have mastered the complex art of playing the organ.

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X Games Set to Celebrate 30th Anniversary in Sacramento

Dec 24, 2024 10:38AM ● By X Games News Release

On Dec. 12, X Games announced a new three-year partnership with California Dreamin’ Entertainment which will bring the renowned actions sports and music festival to Cal Expo in Sacramento each summer from 2025-2027.

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Celtic Cross Church Welcomes a New Pastor

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

Celtic Cross Presbyterian Church celebrated the 28 years of service of retiring pastor Bob Yule with a farewell potluck on Nov. 16, recognizing that his ministry accounts for almost one third of the church’s overall history in Citrus Heights.

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Citrus Heights Community Center Receives New Name

Dec 24, 2024 08:57AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Citrus Heights Community Center at 6300 Fountain Square Drive officially has a new name.

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Chamber Hosts Supervisor Rosario Rodriguez

Dec 24, 2024 08:51AM ● By Ornella Rossi

On Dec. 17, the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce hosted a highly anticipated luncheon at the Citrus Heights Community Center, featuring newly-elected Sacramento County Supervisor Rosario Rodriguez.

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World-Class Pickleball Event Returns to Sacramento Region

Dec 23, 2024 05:15PM ● By Association of Pickleball Players News Release

The 2025 Association of Pickleball Players' (APP) Sacramento Open is set to take place Feb. 26 through March 2, at Johnson Ranch Pickleball Complex in Roseville

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Gifts from the Heart Accepts Donations Year-Round

Dec 23, 2024 04:47PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Santa’s helpers are now working year-round in Sacramento County. Gifts from the Heart is expanding to accept donations and volunteer applications throughout the year.

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Stay Safe in the Cold

Dec 23, 2024 04:43PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

With temperatures staying cool this week, it’s a great time to review cold weather tips.

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PG&E Hosts Troopathon’s Annual Christmas Care Package Party

Dec 20, 2024 08:47AM ● By Troopathon News Release

Troopathon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the brave men and women of our Armed Forces, is excited to announce that Pacific Gas and Electric Company will host its Annual Christmas Care Package Party as the featured volunteer group.

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Recreational Dungeness Crab Fishery Open in Northern California

Dec 19, 2024 08:50AM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

The recreational fishery for Dungeness crab is open in the portion of northern California that was delayed due to a public health hazard.

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Badges with Buckets Raises Special Olympics Funds

Dec 18, 2024 02:30PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Heavy rain didn’t deter the generosity of many who donated to a recent “Badges with Buckets” fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics - Northern California.

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Tree Lighting Brings Out Over 2,000 to Usher in the Holidays

Dec 10, 2024 12:09PM ● By Elise Spleiss

A brisk but comfortable, dry night met the 2,000 family members and others attending the Citrus Heights Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 5 in front of City Hall.

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Marathon Runs its Course

Dec 10, 2024 10:08AM ● By Daniel Canfield, photos by Daniel Canfield

An international cast of runners hit the streets of Sacramento County on Sunday, Dec. 8, for the 41st annual California International Marathon (CIM).

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Mendocino Coast Home to Lesser-Known Gems

Dec 04, 2024 12:55PM ● By Dannah Nielsen, photos by Dannah Nielsen

With whatever route you choose to arrive on the bluffs of the Mendocino coast, there is no escaping the first dance to this weekend romance, which is a slow and winding road through shady, lush, towering redwoods.

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Bloodmobile Helps Save Lives

Dec 04, 2024 10:57AM ● By Elise Spleiss

From Nov. 29 to Dec. 1, 152 individuals came out to save lives through blood donations during the blood drive at the Marketplace at Birdcage Center in Citrus Heights. Blood donations are delivered to hospitals as quickly as they are collected.

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Snow Much Joy Painting

Dec 04, 2024 10:45AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Frosty the Snowman might be a “fairy tale” they say, but if you pick up an artist’s brush and paint him onto an 11x14 blank canvas, he might magically come to life, just in time for you to take him home.

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Women’s Empowerment to Hold Annual Holiday Drive

Dec 04, 2024 09:58AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Local residents can spread holiday cheer to Sacramento women and children who have experienced homelessness by contributing to Women’s Empowerment’s annual Holiday Drive.

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Record Crowd Hits the Streets for 2024 Run to Feed the Hungry

Dec 03, 2024 04:10PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The streets of East Sacramento were bustling with energy on Thanksgiving morning as the 31st annual Run to Feed the Hungry drew a record number of participants to the largest Thanksgiving Day fun run.

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Sac Republic FC to Host Open Tryouts

Dec 03, 2024 03:01PM ● By Sacramento Republic Football Club News Release

Ahead of the 2025 USL Championship season, Republic FC is hosting its annual Open Tryout, giving the region’s top players a chance to impress the technical staff and earn an invitation to training camp.

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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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Marathoners Hit the Road Sunday

Dec 02, 2024 04:50PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner, photos by Susan Maxwell Skinner

Fair Oaks Boulevard is one of many streets that will channel almost 10,000 California International Marathon athletes to Sacramento on Sunday, Dec. 8.

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Take Flight at Wild and Fly Fitness

Nov 26, 2024 01:06PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Get ready to strap yourself into a harness and take flight in an aerobic sling bungee workout at Wild and Fly Fitness, which celebrated its official grand opening Nov. 7 in Citrus Heights.

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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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Ex-POW Remembers a Century

Nov 25, 2024 07:26PM ● By Susan Maxwell Skinner

Memories accumulate for an old-timer turning 100. Some delightful, some frightful.

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Winterdance Celtic Christmas Celebration Announced

Nov 19, 2024 01:06PM ● By Winterdance News Release

A joyful and cherished holiday tradition returns this December, marking the 18th Annual Winterdance Celtic Christmas Celebration.

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New Republic FC Stadium Back on Track

Nov 19, 2024 12:20PM ● By Daniel Canfield

A project that was on life support had some much-needed life injected into it on Tuesday, Nov. 12, when the Sacramento City Council voted unanimously to approve the framework for a $321 million downtown railyards soccer stadium and entertainment venue.

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Amazon Fresh Opens in Citrus Heights

Nov 12, 2024 03:32PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

It was an “appealing” start for Citrus Heights’ newest grocery store, Amazon Fresh, which celebrated its grand opening last Thursday, Nov. 7

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Club Studio Thanked for Opening Here

Nov 12, 2024 03:12PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Annie Kerr

Club Studio, a new, cutting-edge 36,000-square-foot health club, opened its doors in Citrus Heights and the Chamber of Commerce put together a noon ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 8 to celebrate the accomplishment.

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Ice Skate Under the City Lights

Nov 12, 2024 11:09AM ● By Downtown Sacramento Partnership News Release

A Sacramento holiday tradition, the Downtown Ice Rink presented by Dignity Health is the perfect place to gather with friends and family to enjoy the holidays. The rink officially opened for the 2024 holiday season on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

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25,000-Plus Illegal Cannabis Plants Removed

Nov 12, 2024 09:53AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks continues to combat illegal cannabis grows within and near state park properties through its Cannabis Watershed Protection Program (CWPP).

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California Capital Airshow to Host Volunteer Rally Nov. 19

Nov 12, 2024 09:50AM ● By California Capital Airshow News Release

Community Members Invited to Learn About Volunteer Opportunities for March Airshow

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Veteran Art Institute Hosts Veterans Day Show

Nov 08, 2024 11:10AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Veteran Art Institute (VAI) has brought veterans from all military branches together into a very special digital space where their works of artistic creativity and imagination can be shared.

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