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09/16/2023
Citrus Heights’ planning commissioners unanimously approved plans to occupy a building on Arcadia Drive that formerly housed a nightclub.

08/31/2023
The long-awaited opening of California Burrito on Lichen Drive near Interstate 80 has finally arrived.

08/25/2023
Representatives from Woodside Homes presented further details on plans to build more than 90 homes on a vacant site near Sylvan Corners during a community meeting at Citrus Heights City Hall.

08/18/2023
Citrus Heights Police presented findings from a study that reviewed the feasibility of placing a police officer on each of the high school campuses within the city, estimating a cost of more than $300,000 annually.

08/17/2023
A 250-page report found that a development proposal to build nearly 100 homes at Sylvan Corners would have a “less than significant” impact, as long as various mitigation measures are taken.

08/11/2023
A new restaurant and salon are reportedly planning to open in the remainder of a Starbucks-anchored building that has been vacant since construction was completed in 2021.

08/10/2023
The long-anticipated See’s Candies store at Sunrise Boulevard and Uplands Way is now serving customers amid the closure of the company’s Sunrise Mall location.

08/08/2023
Mayor Tim Schaefer proposed the review to determine whether current funding levels are adequate after resident David Warren raised concerns over police protection during a time of “frightening” division.

07/22/2023
Residents have begun moving in at a new supportive housing complex on Sunrise Boulevard, with several formerly homeless residents saying they are thankful for the opportunity.

07/15/2023
A 23-acre open space park with a nearly mile-long paved trail through a new housing development off Arcadia Drive is expected to be completed in the fall.

07/13/2023
A 6,000-square-foot building near Sunrise Mall that was once home to a string of nightclubs could become a new event center if plans are approved by the city.

07/01/2023
The City Council last month appointed seven individuals to a limited-term committee tasked with assessing the feasibility of Citrus Heights forming its own school district.

07/01/2023
More than 100 people living on the streets of Citrus Heights were contacted during a recent survey conducted by police.

06/06/2023
In recent years, city-funded “Navigators” have been credited with helping connect homeless in Citrus Heights with housing and support.

05/26/2023
The Citrus Heights City Council unanimously approved a required letter that will allow for a proposed beer house to obtain a license to sell alcohol. A public hearing held prior to the May 25 vote was uneventful, with only one public comment voiced.

05/25/2023
City Manager Ash Feeney told a neighborhood group last week that city staff are working “daily” to find another nonprofit to fill the role of Sacramento Self Help Housing, which Citrus Heights contracted with to provide “navigators” for residents experiencing homelessness.

05/23/2023
The Citrus Heights City Council on May 25 is scheduled to discuss Humle Beer House, a proposed craft beer taproom at Sylvan Corners. The establishment plans to offer up to 22 taps of craft beer, with hours beginning no earlier than 11 a.m. and closing no later than 9 p.m. on weekends.

05/23/2023
Vice Mayor Bret Daniels formally announced that he will again run for the congressional seat held by Ami Bera. Daniels, a Republican, said he will fight to lower taxes, reduce “unnecessary regulations,” champion manufacturing, and strengthen the military.

05/17/2023
The Citrus Heights City Council reviewed the budget proposal for the next two years, and also approved the hiring of a consultant to manage grants. The city’s sales tax is no longer going to Sacramento County, which has allowed for a surplus.

05/13/2023
The Citrus Heights City Council has approved a new program aimed at attracting new businesses to the area, with $1 million in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.