Citrus Heights Sentinel
Trail project in Citrus Heights moving forward, with tree preservation efforts
By Mike Hazlip— Construction of a new 2.9-mile trail through Citrus Heights is set to begin this summer, with planners taking active measures to significantly reduce the initial number of about 300 trees needing to be removed.
City of Citrus Heights modifies plan for Auburn Blvd after hearing input
By Mike Hazlip— Following concerns voiced last year about part of a $23 million improvement project on Auburn Boulevard, the manager of a local auto body shop says the city has worked with the business to alter plans…
Guest Opinion: SB 1464 is a horrible bill to make police enforce health orders
By Sue Frost– With the legislature back in session, legislation has recently been introduced that compounds the progressive pillars of excessive mandates and defunding police. Below, I would like to explain what this bill is, and why I…
Coroner identifies Citrus Heights man killed in Monday-night shootings
By Mike Hazlip— The Sacramento County Coroner’s office on Wednesday released the name of a 41-year-old Citrus Heights man who was gunned down Monday on Madison Avenue after he allegedly fatally shot another man at a nearby park.
Heavy police activity shuts down street near Sunrise Blvd for hours
By Mike Hazlip— Kingswood Drive near Sunrise Boulevard was closed for much of the afternoon Wednesday as Citrus Heights police joined multiple agencies in an hours-long operation.
Citrus Heights council kills proposed moratorium on new drive-thru restaurants
A four-member majority on the Citrus Heights City Council on Thursday spoke out against a proposed five-year moratorium on new drive-thru restaurants, saying such a move isn’t needed and would send the wrong message to the business community.
Citrus Heights Letters: fast food drive-thru’s, Mesa Verde stadium
Letters to the editor from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers include comments about how to address long lines at drive-thru restaurants and a new stadium coming to Mesa Verde High School.
The inspiring story behind how this San Juan High School alumnus found his career
By Larry Fritz– Richard Deatherage, class of ’81, was an Air Force brat and a die-hard entrepreneur. His family took root in Citrus Heights in 1976 after his father retired. Richard had several small revenue producing ventures at…
Life on the Edge: What happens when the county line runs through your home
By Mike Hazlip— The line between Sacramento and Placer counties runs right through the middle of Scott Meyer’s home, located on the far northern edge of Citrus Heights. Meyer says the home was built in 1937 and appears…
SJUSD board to consider adding 3 new high school courses
Three newly proposed school courses would give students at San Juan Unified School District more options to explore their interests.
