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Longtime Citrus Heights veterinarian passes baton to new doctor

By Mike Hazlip— After more than five decades helping animals heal, a Citrus Heights veterinarian now says he is staying active as he turns a page in his career.

New repair and restoration shop opens in Citrus Heights

By Mike Hazlip— McElroy’s Repair and Restoration recently opened on Auburn Boulevard, but this isn’t your typical automotive repair shop.

Teen job opportunities in Citrus Heights include food, retail, grocery

By Mike Hazlip— That first summer job is a rite of passage for many teens, and with teen unemployment rates steadily declining since the pandemic according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, The Sentinel took a look…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: collision, obituary, new hire

Latest local news briefs include a driver being sought in a fatal motorcycle collision, an obituary for a 68-year-old resident, and the city announcing a new administrative services director.

Citrus Heights to host workshop for residents interested in running for City Council

Sentinel staff report– With three seats up for election on the Citrus Heights City Council this year, the city on June 30 will host an introductory workshop for interested residents to learn more about what it takes to…

Citrus Heights police DUI checkpoint. Photo by Luke Otterstad

Citrus Heights police announce upcoming DUI Checkpoint

Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Police Department said it will deploy officers to the streets on June 30 for a DUI and drivers license checkpoint operation, in an effort to reduce impaired driving through high-publicity enforcement.

Triple-digit temps prompt Citrus Heights to open cooling center

Sentinel staff report– The Senior Center inside the Citrus Heights Community Center opened this week as a cooling center for those seeking to escape a heat wave currently hitting the region.

Employment: Four jobs in Citrus Heights that pay over $40k

By Phillip Pesola– Many businesses in Citrus Heights are hiring for a variety of positions, from retail to food service and tech jobs. While most jobs are in the $16-20 per hour range, a review of local jobs…

More homes on market see price drops in Citrus Heights, region

By Mike Hazlip— Rapidly rising mortgage rates are causing a “massive impact” on the prices home buyers are able to afford, according to a regional analyst.

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sentinel staff report– The City Council will meet Thursday evening to hold a public hearing on a proposal to significantly raise various fees on residential and commercial development in the city. The council will also consider approving a…