Citrus Heights Sentinel
2023 Citrus Heights Police Log Spotlight: May 12-18
Phillip Pesola contributed to this report- Latest incident logs released by Citrus Heights police include a spike in arrests on Mother’s Day, shoplifting at Macy’s, vandalism at a gas station, and a 911 hangup call from Costco…
Two MVHS seniors awarded college sports scholarships
By Sara Beth Williams– Mesa Verde High School on Friday celebrated two senior athletes as they signed letters of intent and accepted college level athletic positions in football and softball…
Citrus Heights homeless community reacts to navigator’s departure
By Mike Hazlip— Members of the homeless community in Citrus Heights are voicing concerns after a decision by the county prompted the pending closure of Sacramento Self Help Housing, the nonprofit organization that provided navigator services to people…
Citrus Heights man killed in collision; driver arrested
By Mike Hazlip— A 47-year-old Citrus Heights man was killed when the Ford Focus he was driving collided with a Toyota Tacoma on Elverta Road over the weekend, according to authorities.
CHPD awarded new $205k grant for DUI checkpoints, enforcement
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights police have been awarded with a $205,000 grant administered by the California Office of Traffic Safety for increased enforcement of drunk or distracted drivers.
Sept. 30 is officially Henry Tingle Day in Citrus Heights. Here’s why.
In 2016, the Citrus Heights City Council formally voted to make Sept. 30 “Henry Tingle Day,” in honor of the outgoing city manager who was recognized for his leadership and credited with keeping the city out of debt…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Cigars, trespassing, obituary
Latest local news briefs include the passing of a 92-year-old resident, a local couple being featured in a TV interview, and a Citrus Heights man being cited for trespassing at a casino.
Reports of lockdown, gunman at San Juan HS were unfounded, police say
Sentinel staff report– Citrus Heights police last week investigated claims stemming from social media posts alleging that San Juan High School was locked down on Thursday, but deemed the claims to be rumors.
Citrus Heights community gathers to remember Jean Duncan
By Mike Hazlip– Community leaders past and present gathered on Saturday to remember a pillar of the Citrus Heights community who passed away last year.
Citrus Heights leaders set 25 new objectives for next six months
Sentinel staff report– About two-dozen key city staff and council members gathered virtually on Tuesday to brainstorm and set objectives for the next six months.
The story behind this influential little print shop in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Bill Van Duker has operated All Star Printing in Citrus Heights more than forty years, but his influence in the city extends far beyond the walls of the little shop at 7920 Alta Sunrise Drive.
Citrus Heights police investigating deadly shooting at Montage Apartments
By Mike Hazlip— One person is dead after a shooting at the Montage Apartments Saturday night.
