Citrus Heights Sentinel

Construction takes shape for new funeral center in Citrus Heights
Sentinel staff report– Drivers traveling on Interstate 80 through Citrus Heights can see construction work underway on a large expansion project at Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Funeral Center.

Citrus Heights marching band unveils new performing arts center
By Mike Hazlip– The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band has begun its 17th year in a large new building constructed for the organization.

San Juan Spartans reflect on season with 1st league title in 10 years
By Nanik Tagore– The San Juan Spartans finished their 2021-2022 season strong after a rocky start in the preseason, but came up short in the playoffs.

‘Snack Man’ seeks sock donations for Citrus Heights homeless
By Mike Hazlip— Alfred Sanchez, better known on the streets of Citrus Heights as the Snack Man, is looking to collect 3,000 pairs of socks to distribute to people experiencing homelessness in Citrus Heights.

Citrus Heights likely to see $2.9M surplus from sales tax, fees
Sentinel staff report– Although initially projecting to see a $100,000 shortfall in this year’s budget, the City of Citrus Heights is now on track to see a likely $2.9 million surplus in its originally planned $32.6 million budget.

Meeting gives latest update on what’s planned for revitalizing Auburn Blvd.
By Mike Hazlip— Business owners and representatives from the Auburn Boulevard Business Association (ABBA) on Tuesday heard from a number of city officials addressing questions and concerns about revitalizing the high-traffic corridor.

Cleanup begins at homeless camp behind Citrus Heights condos
By Mike Hazlip— On Saturday, a collaborative effort between residents of a condominium association and Citrus Heights police led to an initial four-hour cleanup of a homeless camp on private property, located between the condos and Interstate 80.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: obituary, change maker, district attorney
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of a longtime resident and former bar owner, the mayor of Citrus Heights being recognized as a change-maker in the region, and a high profile local endorsement in the race for…

New owner acquires shuttered Tokyo Buffet building on Greenback Lane
By Mike Hazlip— Records show the Tokyo Buffet building at 7217 Greenback Ln., which has been shuttered since a fire occurred at the site in 2019, has a new owner.

Citrus Heights vice mayor offers words of support for Ukraine
Sentinel staff report– With news of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine fresh in the minds of local council members on Thursday, Citrus Heights Vice Mayor Tim Schaefer and Councilman Bret Daniels both offered brief comments during a Feb. 24…




