Citrus Heights Sentinel

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.”

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.

Latest local news briefs include a man being sentenced for an assault at a Citrus Heights homeless camp, the city’s mayor being featured on KCRA, and a councilwoman recognized with an award by Stones Gambling Hall.

By Mike Hazlip— A three-hour standoff in a Citrus Heights neighborhood involving an armed man with a hammer ended with an arrest Friday night.

By Mike Hazlip— Sunrise Christian Food Ministry said in an update last month that the organization served 7,947 households since March 2020.

Sentinel staff report– The U.S. Department of Justice on Wednesday announced the sentencing of a 41-year-old Citrus Heights woman as part of a federal drug conspiracy case.

Sentinel staff report– Looking to get your spring garden planted this year? The Sylvan Ranch Community Garden in Citrus Heights will host its 10th annual spring plant sale fundraiser on April 8-10 this year.

By Mike Hazlip— In a report to the City Council earlier this month, Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte presented crime data showing a 5% increase in violent crime and a 10% drop in property crimes.

Sentinel staff report– A Las Vegas-based traveling circus will be setting up shop outside Sunrise Mall from April 7-11, promising entertainment for both kids and adults.