Citrus Heights Sentinel

POLICE: At-risk missing Citrus Heights man found safely
The Citrus Heights Police Department said Wednesday that an at-risk missing 72-year-old resident has been located safely.

Guest Column: Mental illness is a problem we should handle better in Sacramento County
By Sue Frost– This summer the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors will have a big decision to make regarding whether or not to implement “Laura’s Law.”

Citrus Heights releases 108-page proposed city budget, with cuts. Here’s what’s in it
Sentinel staff report– After months of discussion and some controversy regarding budget issues in the City of Citrus Heights, the City Council is slated to vote on a proposed two-year budget this Thursday, with budget cuts largely falling…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: local economy, Jazzercise, obituary
Latest local news briefs include the city’s economic development manager scheduled to give an update at a neighborhood meeting, a local Jazzercise group continuing classes outdoors throughout the pandemic, and an obituary of a 98-year-old former resident of…

Citrus Heights nonprofit seeking donations to provide students with shoes
By Rylie Friesen– Soles for Young Souls, a local nonprofit formed in 2019, is actively seeking donations to ensure shoes are provided for students in need at Mariposa Avenue Elementary in Citrus Heights.

Has the pandemic affected plans for Sunrise Mall redevelopment?
By Mike Hazlip— Plans for the future redevelopment of Sunrise Mall remain largely unchanged amid rising construction costs and a shift toward working from home fueled by the pandemic, according to a city spokeswoman.

Citrus Heights dance studio that opened during pandemic to celebrate first year
Citrus Heights residents Suzanne Lewis and Angela Barker opened Premiere School of Dance on May 5, 2020, right after coronavirus-related shutdowns of many businesses had begun.

Man shot in head at Citrus Heights shopping center; suspect in custody
By Mike Hazlip— A Friday-night shooting at the Citrus Town Center on Greenback Lane left one man with a wound to his head and one suspect arrested

Suspect arrested in Valentine’s Day shooting at Citrus Heights apartment complex
Sentinel staff report– A 30-year-old man identified as the suspect in a Valentine’s Day shooting at the Montage Apartments in Citrus Heights was arrested last week in Stanislaus County.

Popular boba tea shop closes in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Tea Republic in the Sunrise Plaza shopping center at Sunrise Boulevard and Antelope Road appears to have permanently closed. A visit to the location on Wednesday found the interior of the suite largely cleared out,…



