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Morning Citrus Heights! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which 2025 business openings are changing daily life in Citrus Heights?
  • Where your favorite Supercuts stylists went after the Auburn closure
  • How did police handle a stranger secretly living in a backyard shed?

Also on today's calendar: Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward Live in Sacramento! and 5 more events.

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Considerable cloudiness, with a high of 53 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A morning shower or two, temps: high: 57, low: 48.
  • Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 54 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 17 businesses that opened in Citrus Heights in 2025 (citrusheightssentinel.com) — New and relocating businesses are reshaping where you can eat, shop, and play in Citrus Heights, from teriyaki and Korean BBQ spots to a rage room, coffee lounge, and preschool. The roundup highlights 2025 openings, key locations, and how long-vacant storefronts are finally being filled, including a Sonic and ARCO just outside city limits but with a Citrus Heights address.
   

• Hair salon closes in Citrus Heights after more than 40 years in business (citrusheightssentinel.com) — A longtime Supercuts on Auburn Boulevard has closed after more than 40 years, coinciding with the retirement of veteran stylist and manager Cheryl Wilhelm. Regulars aren’t left stranded, though: the four longtime stylists have moved to the Sunrise Boulevard Supercuts in Citrus Heights, where customers can still book with their usual hair professionals.
   

• Citrus Heights man detained after being found in backyard shed (hoodline.com) — Police detained a man found living in a Citrus Heights woman’s backyard shed after he allegedly tapped into her utilities, with officers resolving the situation without injuries. Citrus Heights police say the man, who is on probation, remains in custody and remind residents to promptly report suspicious activity in yards, garages, or sheds. Neighbors can use the city’s non-emergency line or online portal for non-urgent concerns.
   

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  • I walked sweet 11 month old Sharon through the Fab 40s lights last night with a bunch of other shelter dogs.
    She loves everyone and does well with other dogs. She learns quickly as she already showed improvement with some leash training last night. Let's get… (Nextdoor Sunrise Terrace)
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    Cosmo was LOST on December 11, 2025 in Sacramento, CA 95818 near 17th and U st Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Birdcage Heights)
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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Man on mental health hold leaves hospital, steals car with child inside in Carmichael (abc10.com)

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  • Folsom's Jewish community gathers for Hanukkah amid tragic news from Australia (kcra.com)
  • From CA to Michigan and back: Choco the dachsie's long, strange trip home (sacbee.com)
  • Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Sacramento Awards; LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL Leads Best Musical! (broadwayworld.com)

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