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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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Daughters of the American Revolution members delivered treats to Citrus Heights Metro Fire Station 23

First Responders Honored on National Day of Service

Nov 05, 2025 10:55AM ● By Debbie Agee, General John. A Sutter Chapter recording secretary

On Oct. 18, the General John A. Sutter Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) celebrated the annual Daughters of the American Revolution Day of Service by honoring local first responders.

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Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce new membership coordinator

Chamber Welcomes New Operations and Membership Coordinator

Nov 05, 2025 10:46AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sheri Merrick describes Katie Berlin, the chamber’s new operations and membership coordinator, as a very special find.

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EV Charging Stations Nearing Completion

Nov 05, 2025 10:33AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Four new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been completed in the far corner of the Best Buy parking lot in the MarketPlace at Birdcage shopping center and should soon become operational for public use by the end of November.

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Rotary Hosts Holiday Craft Fair

Nov 05, 2025 10:29AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Rotary Club of Citrus Heights kicked off the holiday season last Saturday by hosting its first-ever craft fair in the Copperwood Square Shopping Center on Sunrise Boulevard in the shared parking lot between the R Vida Cantina Mexican Restaurant and the recently opened United Martial Arts Academy.

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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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Participating artists and guests gathered for a group photo

City Hall Comes Alive with Color

Oct 29, 2025 09:01AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Citrus Heights City Hall’s interior lobby walls, hallways and a main conference room came alive with splashes of color last week as Citrus Heights Arts, in partnership with the city of Citrus Heights, hosted an opening Thursday night reception to celebrate “Art in City Hall.”

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Pirates of the Heights Greets Families on Halloween

Oct 29, 2025 08:51AM ● By Elise Spleiss

One family in Citrus Heights will be greeting trick or treaters with an interactive, kid friendly pirate adventure this Halloween weekend from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.

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Veterans Honored at Sylvan Cemetery

Oct 29, 2025 08:40AM ● By Sylvan Cemetery News Release

Veterans Day will be observed on Tuesday, Nov. 11. This important day honors the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It is distinct from Memorial Day, which honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice and did not return home.

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City Council Stands United Against Hate

Oct 29, 2025 08:32AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During its Oct. 22 meeting, the Citrus Heights City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Oct. 19 to 25 as United Against Hate Week.

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State of the City Address Quickly Approaches

Oct 29, 2025 08:24AM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The City of Citrus Heights is committed to providing transparent and accessible information to residents and businesses on the operations and progress of local government.

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Here is Ted Mitchell in later years on Mitchell Farms

The Mitchell Farms History

Oct 28, 2025 05:21PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Citrus Heights Historical Society invites the public to a screening of a special 30-minute documentary film, “Ted’s Story,” recognizing the remarkable story of one of Citrus Heights’ oldest residents and earliest pioneers, 99-year-old Ted Mitchell, and the history of Mitchell Farms, his family farm.

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‘Looking Back to Look Forward’

Oct 28, 2025 05:05PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Water District to Hold Nov. 12 Rate Hearing

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Ruby Miller, Happy 100th!

Oct 22, 2025 08:51AM ● By MPG Staff

Ruby Miller, a long-time Citrus Heights resident, will be joined by family and friends in November to celebrate her 100th birthday.

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City Invites Residents and Businesses to State of the City Address

Oct 22, 2025 08:25AM ● By City of Citrus Heights News Release

The City of Citrus Heights is committed to providing transparent and accessible information to residents and businesses on the operations and progress of your local government.

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October is National Pedestrian Safety Month

Oct 22, 2025 08:19AM ● By Citrus Heights Police Department News Release

Drivers Are Urged to Slow Down and Be Alert

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A mural at Sylvan Corners in Citrus Heights

ArtBeat Festival Moves to Rusch Community Park

Oct 21, 2025 04:59PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

From noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, Rusch Community Park at 7801 Auburn Blvd. in Citrus Heights will come alive in a vibrant celebration of art, music, culture, creativity and community, as the popular Citrus Heights ArtBeat festival returns for its third year.

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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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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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Citrus Heights Launches “Business of Distinction” Award

Oct 07, 2025 03:29PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Do you know a business in Citrus Heights that goes above and beyond? Now is your chance to publicly recognize them.

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Kindergarteners in a low-income Sacramento County classroom receive blankets and Beanie Babies

Beanie Babies Needed for Holiday Gift Drive for Kindergarteners

Oct 07, 2025 03:20PM ● By Claire Gliddon, Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids Chief Blanket Gatherer

Got beanie babies? Sacramento Blankets for Sacramento Kids (SBSK) is asking for donations of new or gently used Beanie Babies for their kindergarten project that takes place each holiday season.

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construction of a new Grocery Outlet store

Construction Underway on Citrus Heights Grocery Outlet

Oct 07, 2025 03:13PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Construction of a new Grocery Outlet in Sunrise Village started last week with a projected completion date of completion in early 2026.

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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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Families and Care Teams Gather for NICU Reunion

Sep 30, 2025 12:47PM ● By Dignity Health California News Release

Dozens of families gathered at Rusch Park on Sept. 13 to reunite with doctors, nurses and respiratory therapists who once cared for their newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center.

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Constitution Week Observed at Veterans Community Center

Sep 23, 2025 02:58PM ● By Daughters of the American Revolution News Release

On Sept. 17, the General John A. Sutter Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) celebrated Constitution Week with the Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights.

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Popular “Bubble Bash” Returns to Birdcage

Sep 23, 2025 02:50PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Bubble Bash returned to the Marketplace at Birdcage in the art block, directly behind Jamba Juice on Saturday, Sept. 13, drawing hundreds eager to enjoy a sunny morning full of frothy, foamy fun.

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Mancini’s Sleepworld Celebrates Citrus Heights Grand Opening

Sep 23, 2025 01:51PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Recently, Bay Area-based Mancini’s Sleepworld’s CEO Brett Snyder proudly took scissors to cut a celebratory ribbon celebrating the official grand opening of the company’s newest store in the Sacramento region in the Citrus Town Center in Citrus Heights.

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Citrus Heights ACCESS luncheon keynote speaker Police Chief Alex Turcotte (left) smiles next to Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sherri Merick.

‘There Is No ‘They,’ There’s Only ‘We’

Sep 23, 2025 01:35PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Ornella Rossi

Chamber Hosts Luncheon with Police Chief on Crime and Community

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Pictured is an aerial view of Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights

Sunrise Mall Lawsuit and Pre-condemnation Appraisal Update Provided

Sep 16, 2025 08:44AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The City of Citrus Heights has additional information about a lawsuit it filed against the Namdar Realty Group, owner of a substantial portion of Sunrise Mall, and details about the cost and timeline of a third-party mall pre-condemnation appraisal, which the city announced Aug. 28.

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Council Approves Funding for Local Nonprofits

Sep 15, 2025 06:14PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Citrus Heights City Council members heard a Homeless Regional Collaboration Model presentation by Sacramento County at its Sept. 10 meeting.

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Michelle Camba was the general manager of the Underground Clothing Connection

Clothing Connection Leaves Legacy

Sep 15, 2025 06:06PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Underground Clothing Connection (UCC), a clothing store for students and their families in need, formerly located in Sunrise Mall, closed July 11, leaving Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) leadership deciding what to do with remaining inventory and determine its future.

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Sign Up for School Pesticide Notifications

Sep 09, 2025 04:37PM ● By California Safe Schools News Release

California Safe Schools, a nonprofit organization dedicated to children's environmental health and safety, reminds parents, guardians, teachers and school staff at all California K-12 public schools and childcare centers to file the Right to Know Pesticide Use Notification form at the start of the school year.

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Former Marie Callender’s Demolished

Sep 09, 2025 03:43PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Once a much-loved destination along Citrus Height’s “restaurant row” on Sunrise Boulevard, the vacant 9,372-square-foot Marie Callender’s restaurant, built in 1978 and opened in the early 1980s, was recently demolished by its new owner, Patterson Properties, to make way for a new, yet to be named quick-serve restaurant.

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