Citrus Heights Sentinel
Citrus Heights police release details of 2023 homeless survey
More than 100 people living on the streets of Citrus Heights were contacted during a recent survey conducted by police…
Seven appointed to Citrus Heights Education Committee. Here’s what’s next.
By Sara Beth Williams– The City Council last month appointed seven individuals to a limited-term Citrus Heights Education Committee (CHEC), tasked with assessing the feasibility of the city forming its own school district…
2023 Citrus Heights Police Log Spotlight: June 23-29th
Sentinel staff report– Latest logs released by Citrus Heights Police include a narcotics arrest following a traffic stop on Auburn Boulevard, petty theft reported on Baymore Way, a burglary report at All Stop Smoke Shop, and the arrest…
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…
Annual Crab Feed returning to Citrus Heights Community Center
Sentinel staff report– After taking a year off during the pandemic, the Citrus Heights Rotary Club will be hosting its 33rd annual crab feed fundraiser on Feb. 12 at the Community Center. The event was announced during a…
Long-awaited Crumbl Cookies is hiring for Citrus Heights location
By Mike Hazlip– Crumbl Cookies at 6920 Auburn Blvd. is currently looking to hire about 30 more employees before the new Citrus Heights location can open, the franchise’s owner said Monday.
