‘Postcards from Citrus Heights’ Winners Announced

At the Wednesday, July 8 meeting of the Citrus Heights City Council, it will be time for some special trees within the city of Citrus Heights to take a well-deserved “bow.” Read More »

Citrus Heights Water District Approves No Rate Increase for the Remainder of 2026 and All of 2027

Citrus Heights Water District (CHWD) Board of Directors voted on May 18 to approve no water rate increase for the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027, a move that keeps its water rates below the regional average for more than 10 consecutive years. Read More »

City Accepting Applications for Home Repair Loan Program

The City of Citrus Heights Housing Rehabilitation Program (HRP) is currently accepting applications on a first-come, first-served basis while funds are available. Read More »

Beyond the Books

10 Things to do at the Library This Summer Read More »

Latest State Budget Raises Taxes on Californians and Ignores Voter Priorities

As Californians grapple with an affordability crisis touching nearly every aspect of daily life, they deserve a state budget that addresses their struggles. Read More »

Making Every Beat Count

Metro Fire strengthens the chain of survival with HeartSafe Community initiative Read More »

California State Senate Celebrates the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week

Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) introduced Senate Resolution 112 to declare the week of June 14 through June 20, 2026, as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week in California. Read More »

Valley Broadcast Legends Scholarship Opportunity

The Valley Broadcast Legends (VBL), an organization comprised primarily of retired broadcasters, photographers and engineers, is pleased to offer two $500 scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in digital media. Read More »

Tabernacle Choir's Hollywood Bowl Centennial Concert Comes to Local Watch Parties

‘A Century of Song. Heard Together.’ Read More »

Sacramento County Expands Residential Fee Deferral Program to Support Housing Development

At its June 16 meeting, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution expanding the County's Residential Development Impact Fee Deferral Program to all residential projects, including eligible mixed-use developments that incorporate housing. Read More »

Jacob Giribaldi and Peyton Chan Win the 58th County Junior Championship

The 58th Sacramento County Junior Championship was held June 15-16 at Mather Golf Course. Read More »

Sacramento County Proclaims Local Emergency in Response to Invasive Golden Mussel Threat

On Tuesday, June 16, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors proclaimed a local emergency in response to the growing threat posed by the invasive Golden Mussel. Read More »

Don't Forget Food Safety this Summer

acramento County Public Health (SCPH) and the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department (EMD) are urging residents to follow safe food handling practices as summer temperatures, activities and subsequent foodborne illnesses are on the rise. Read More »

UC Davis Softball Head Coach Erin Thorpe Announces Retirement

After 12 seasons leading the UC Davis softball program and almost three decades in collegiate coaching, UC Davis Softball Head Coach Erin Thorpe has announced her retirement from coaching. Read More »

72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel over July 4th Week Despite Higher Fuel Prices

AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home for Independence Day between Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, July 5. Read More »

Sacramento State Men’s Soccer Announces New Schedule for New-Look 2026

The Sacramento State men’s soccer program announced a 17-match regular season slate for the upcoming 2026 season, which features a unique partnership for the second half of the schedule once Big West Conference play begins. Read More »

California State Fair Uncorks 2026 Commercial Wine Competition Winners

The California State Fair proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Commercial Wine Competition, recognizing exceptional wines crafted from California-grown grapes that showcase the state’s rich agricultural heritage, distinct climates and soils, and world-class winemaking excellence. Read More »

Council Decides Not to Rename Sayonara Drive

At the June 10 meeting, the Citrus Heights City Council held a public hearing to consider renaming Sayonara Drive. Read More »

New Mural Celebrates America’s 250th

An exterior cove near the front entrance to Citrus Heights City Hall, at 6360 Fountain Square Drive, has been chosen to feature a new community mural which will soon honor America’s 250th birthday. Read More »

Fun City Adventure Park Delays Opening

Owners of Fun City Adventure Park in the Citrus Grove Shopping Center on Auburn Boulevard which had announced their plans to celebrate a grand opening on Thursday, June 11 were dealt a setback as a primary electrical service box for the building was vandalized. Read More »

Habitat Families Welcomed Home

Habitat for Humanity of Sacramento (HHGS) celebrated the completion of its first phase of an affordable homeownership community in the city of Citrus Heights and the organization’s largest development to date in a special morning dedication and community celebration. Read More »

Small Business Employment Index Declines for Third Consecutive Month

The latest monthly Jobs Report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) shows the Small Business Employment Index remaining essentially flat, registering 100.3 in May after measuring 100.4 in April. Read More »

The Marinelli Bros Circus Brings a New Experience to Sacramento

Get ready Sacramento, the circus is in town! Read More »

May New Home Sales Remain Steady

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region remained steady during May despite continued affordability challenges and slightly higher mortgage rates, as members of the North State Building Industry Association reported 474 sales during the month. Read More »

Board Approves 2026-27 Recommended Budget

The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors voted on June 10 to approve the $9 billion Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27. Read More »

RydeFreeRT Cards for 2026-27 School Year Now Available

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) announced June 9 that new RydeFreeRT cards, valid June 1, through June 30, 2027, are now available for students and youth across the Sacramento region. Read More »

Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport Read More »

Long-Term Agreement Keeps Major Music Festivals at Discovery Park Through 2035

June 9, The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved a 10-year agreement between Sacramento County and Danny Wimmer Presents (DWP), authorizing the company to host up to three multi-day festivals annually at Discovery Park through 2035. Read More »

Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act. Read More »

Holly Ensoll Joins Women’s Basketball Program Ahead of 2026-27 Season

UC Davis women’s basketball has added frontcourt depth with the signing of England native Holly Ensoll ahead of the 2026–27 season, Aggies head coach Jennifer Gross announced June 9. Read More »

Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection

The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026. Read More »

Regional Measles Outbreak Ends Following Coordinated Public Health Response

Sacramento County and Placer County public health officials announced June 9 that the regional measles outbreak has officially ended. Read More »