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Upgraded ‘Little Free Libraries’ being redeployed across Citrus Heights

By Mike Hazlilp— Damaged and vandalized “Little Free Libraries” are being replaced at various locations throughout Citrus Heights as a community organization works with a local high school to rebuild them.

Citrus Heights council to vote on making fireworks ordinance permanent

Sentinel staff report– Following an “overwhelming” number of fireworks calls last year, the Citrus Heights Police Department is requesting the City Council make a temporary ordinance passed last year permanent.

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Mesa Verde High School to get new stadium using bond funds

By Mike Hazlip— A local high school in Citrus Heights is holding a community meeting Thursday to discuss plans for a long-awaited stadium.

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Police respond to reports of bomb-like explosions in Citrus Heights

By Mike Hazlip— Reports of loud, bomb-like explosions in Citrus Heights on Sunday night generated several calls to police as well as chatter on a local crime watch group.

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Citrus Heights police cracking down on distracted driving

By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights police are stepping up efforts to curb distracted driving in an enforcement period this month.

Car shows, kids event set for this Saturday in Citrus Heights

By Nadezhda Chayka Otterstad– Events are coming back to Citrus Heights, with three family friendly events slated for this Saturday, April 9.

Rollover collision in Citrus Heights shuts down Greenback Lane

By Mike Hazlip— A two-vehicle collision at Greenback Lane and Bremen Drive left one vehicle on its side and closed the westbound lanes of the main thoroughfare Tuesday afternoon.

Councilman Bret Daniels comments during a March 24 council meeting.

Citrus Heights becomes a debt-free city again

Sentinel staff report– Following a vote by the City Council last month to pay off and close a temporary line of credit, the City of Citrus Heights announced Friday that it is now debt free again.

Greenhouse plant seedlings. Photo by Luke Otterstad

Citrus Heights Water District to host free webinar on building healthy soil

Sentinel staff report– With warmer weather and the arrival of planting season, the Citrus Heights Water District on Thursday announced an upcoming webinar on “turning dirt into gold.”

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Local car dealership at record low inventory amid chip shortage

By Mike Hazlip— The most recent wave of the coronavirus may be behind us, but the lingering impact of shutdowns and labor shortages during the pandemic are still dramatically impacting the new car industry.