Citrus Heights Sentinel
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…
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 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.
Citrus Heights animal hospital expanding doors to adapt during pandemic
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Planning Commission has approved plans for the Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital to add more than 600 square feet to its existing building to accommodate an increase in curbside and drop-off service popularized…
The story of an influential family who left their mark on Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— A weathered, historical plaque can be found today near a playground at Van Maren Park, paying silent tribute to an influential family who once called that land home.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: ‘fast-food Mecca,’ obituary, fundraiser
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of a 90-year-old Citrus Heights resident, concerns about the city becoming a “fast-food Mecca” airing on a regional TV station, and firefighters collecting donations at Greenback and Sunrise. Vice Mayor concerned…
