Citrus Heights Sentinel

Citrus Heights News Briefs: obituary, house fire, toy giveaway
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of a local businesswoman, a Citrus Heights teen helping collect and giveaway toys on Christmas Eve, and investigators assessing a house fire on Cheshire Way.

Star Wars fans will love the holiday decor outside this Citrus Heights home
By Mike Hazlip— The homes along Orelle Creek Court in Citrus Heights are known for their annual Christmas lights displays, but one home’s decorations are from a galaxy far, far away.

Local nonprofit wraps up year of working with homeless in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) is wrapping up its 2021 efforts, and planning for expanded efforts next year to help those living on the streets as well as those at risk of…

Guest Opinion: A public ‘thank you’ to Texas Roadhouse in Citrus Heights
By Paul Reyes– Hello Citrus Heights! My name is Paul Reyes and I am a member of the American Legion here in Citrus Heights.

Firehouse Subs, Starbucks coming to Citrus Heights shopping center
By Mike Hazlip— The redevelopment of the Sunrise Village shopping plaza at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Madison Avenue continues, with the latest future tenant listed as Firehouse Subs.

Raising Cane’s opens with long lines in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights’ most recent fast food restaurant seems to be living up to its reputation as a chicken finger hot spot, as the drive-thru line this week for Raising Cane’s at times extended far behind…

Pedestrian killed in fatal collision on I-80 in Citrus Heights
An 83-year-old man was killed Sunday evening in a collision on Interstate 80 near Antelope Road, according to records from the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office.

Small Citrus Heights march recognizes Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day
By Mike Hazlip— A small group of people gathered at Adalbertos Mexican restaurant on Greenback Lane Tuesday night for a short walk to commemorate Homeless Persons’ Memorial day.

Guest Opinion: Get masks out of classrooms
By Supervisor Sue Frost– On the heels of a new statewide mask mandate and the continued declaration of a COVID-19 state of emergency, it feels necessary to once again advocate for a population left seemingly voiceless throughout this…

Eight top Christmas light displays in Citrus Heights for 2021
Sentinel staff report– Creative and custom Christmas light displays have once again popped up around Citrus Heights, as residents celebrate the holidays with decorated yards and rooftops.