Citrus Heights Sentinel
Pedestrian, 82, killed in Citrus Heights traffic collision
By Mike Hazlip– An 82-year-old woman was killed Tuesday night while walking along Antelope Road in Citrus Heights.
Citrus Heights neighbors barking mad at unpermitted dog park
By Mike Hazlip— Homeowners along a quiet residential street say a new dog park built at an adjacent apartment complex is causing problems, with noise and garbage being thrown over a wall that separates the properties…
Sunrise Rollerland to host ‘Donate to Skate’ event, following tragic death of employee
Sentinel staff report– Sunrise Rollerland on Monday will host a Skate Memorial and Fundraiser to celebrate the life of Mehki Clay, a 19-year-old rollerland employee whose body was found in a lake during a camping trip he took…
Citrus Heights winemaker wins award as business grows
By Mike Hazlip— Cory Darnell spent a decade making wine in Europe, now he calls Citrus Heights home where he produces an award winning vintage.
Police find shell casing after large fight near San Juan High School
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights police are continuing to investigate after officers on Thursday afternoon responded to reports of a gunshot and a large fight involving more than 20 people across from San Juan High School.
City planner talks about living in Citrus Heights, and her 6-minute commute
In a weekly “Meet Me Monday” series that began broadcasting last year on the city’s social media channels, the city’s associate planner, Alison Bermudez, talked about what its like living in Citrus Heights and working for the city.
What’s going on with that eyesore gas station on Auburn Blvd?
By Mike Hazlip— Plans to renovate a long-shuttered gas station at 8244 Auburn Blvd. are currently pending approval from several county departments, a representative for the property said this week.
Construction of new trail in Citrus Heights to start this summer, after pandemic delays
Sentinel staff report– Although plans to begin construction were delayed last year due to COVID-19, a city spokeswoman confirmed last week that construction of a new 2.9-mile trail through Citrus Heights is anticipated to begin this Summer.
The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
City Council members will meet Thursday evening to consider approving a $3 million roadway project, hold a public hearing on waste fee increases, and consider authorizing a new Small Business COVID Recovery Grant Program.
More small-lot housing is coming to Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Site work for an 8-unit townhouse development slated for a small parcel near Walmart on Auburn Boulevard is now underway, with grading and construction fencing visible at the site. The project at 7078 Auburn Blvd.…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: vaccine clinics, lawsuit, mayor, public hearing
Latest local news briefs include a wrongful death lawsuit being filed against a Citrus Heights apartment complex, an upcoming public hearing, the city’s mayor being featured in a regional publication, and a pair of vaccine clinics coming to…
City says broad use of federal COVID rescue funds now allowed
Sentinel staff report– Under new federal guidelines, up to $10 million from federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars can now be spent on building roads or nearly any government service in Citrus Heights — rather than only going…
