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Main lobby at Citrus Heights City Hall to reopen to public

Sentinel staff report– Newly sworn in Citrus Heights City Manager Ashley Feeney announced at the close of a City Council meeting on Thursday that the lobby at City Hall will reopen to the public on Monday, February 14.…

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Q&A: What’s going on with sidewalk work on Mariposa/Madison?

Sentinel staff report– Sidewalk and curb work on Mariposa Avenue near Madison Avenue has been paused in recent weeks, causing some to wonder when the work will resume.

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CHPD warns of drunk driving in advance of Super Bowl

Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Police Department in a news release Wednesday warned of the dangers of drunk driving and encouraged Super Bowl fans to plan ahead.

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

Citrus Heights council members will meet virtually Thursday night to hold a public hearing on redistricting, as well as officially declare the month of February as Black History Month and consider awarding a new contract for street striping…

San Juan High School, Citrus Heights

Both high schools in Citrus Heights seeking new principals

By Mike Hazlip— Mesa Verde and San Juan high schools are both seeking applicants for the role of principal, according to job listings posted to education professionals website EdJoin.

Boarded-up buildings on Auburn Blvd on track for cleanup

By Mike Hazlip— A high-traffic section of Auburn Boulevard known for its pair of unsightly boarded-up buildings appears on track to see some visual improvements.

Kelsee's Purse thrift shop, Citrus Heights

Kelsee’s Purse Thrift Shop announces reopening after turn of events

By Mike Hazlip— After announcing permanent closure last month, the owners of a thrift shop at Copperwood Square have decided to reopen their small business. Kelsee’s Purse owner Ildiko Carpenter told The Sentinel she was able to come…

Redistricting has begun in Citrus Heights. Here’s what you should know

Sentinel staff report– The City of Citrus Heights on Friday announced plans for the first public hearing to be held in the city’s redistricting process, which will re-draw election boundary lines for the city’s five council members.

Citrus Heights Letters: waste fee increase, composting

Latest letters from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers offer varying responses and criticism related to waste fee increases and a related state mandate regarding food waste recycling.

CHPD releases body camera footage from fatal officer-involved shooting

By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Police Department on Thursday released partial body camera video from the fatal January 13 officer-involved shooting near Carl’s Jr. on Antelope Road.