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Brewfest coming to Citrus Heights’ historic Rusch Home

A local brewfest will be coming to the Rusch Home on June 13, promising an evening of live music, food, and tasting from local breweries, wineries and restaurants – with organizers promising 100 percent of net profits will…

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11 arrested in Citrus Heights Memorial Day weekend DUI crackdown

Citrus Heights police were busy over Memorial Day weekend, reporting a total of 11 arrests, 13 vehicle tows and 37 citations issued during a two-night “Avoid the 15” DUI crackdown operation — with officers as far as Elk…

Citrus Heights This Week: what’s happening around town (May 25-31)

Events and meetings around Citrus Heights this week include a free “pickleball” clinic, a free Q-and-A session for business owners, and a council meeting where City leaders will discuss adoption a 2015-16 annual budget. Monday: A 10:30 a.m.…

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Man arrested for attempted murder at Citrus Heights park

Citrus Heights police said a 54-year-old man was arrested on charges of attempted murder and mayhem after allegedly inflicting multiple stab wounds to a man in Tempo Park near Fair Oaks Boulevard Wednesday night. Around 10:23 p.m., police…

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Citrus Heights police arrest 5 suspects after robbery, chase

Following a 2 a.m. high-speed chase Tuesday morning, Citrus Heights police announced the arrest of five suspects — including two juveniles — with charges ranging from robbery, burglary, assault with a deadly weapon, felony evading of officers, conspiracy,…

Citrus Heights This Week: what’s happening around town (May 18-24)

A few highlights of events going on this week in Citrus Heights include a drought-related presentation from Citrus Heights Water District officials, a chance to learn how to play “pickleball” at Rusch Park, and a free event to…

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Council honors Citrus Heights police sgt. for ‘heroic actions’

Updated May 16, 5:01 p.m.– During a council meeting Thursday, City leaders recognized Citrus Heights Police Sergeant David Gutierrez for “heroic actions,” after reports recently came to light about three situations where the sergeant responded to critical situations…

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Skate park competition draws young contestants to Rusch Park

Showing off scooter skills and performing tricks before a three-judge panel, about 40 contestants took part in the second annual Rusch Park scooter competition over the weekend. “This is a great opportunity for kids in non-traditional sports to…

Citrus Heights This Week: what’s happening around town (May 11-17)

Updated May 12, 7:27 a.m.– Some highlights of local events going on around town this week include a free camp for kids, a health event for seniors, several police-related events, and two public hearings at the city council…

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Town Center kicks off free outdoor movie series

Updated May 9, 8:59 a.m.– Inviting the community out to the corner of Greenback Lane and Sunrise Boulevard for a night of fun, freebies and film, the Citrus Town Center will be kicking off its annual outdoor movie…