Citrus Heights Sentinel
Citrus Heights News Briefs: plea deal, free meals, obituary
Latest local news briefs include a possible plea deal agreement in the Golden State Killer case, four Citrus Heights schools continuing free meals through summer, and an obituary for a 50-year resident of Citrus Heights.
Police chief says mask mandate won’t be ‘criminally enforced’ in Citrus Heights
Following Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decision on Thursday to issue a statewide face mask mandate to slow the spread of COVID-19, Citrus Heights Police Chief Ron Lawrence issued a statement Friday afternoon announcing that his officers will not criminally…
GUEST OPINION: Defunding police would make us less safe
Guest opinion by Sue Frost–The killing of George Floyd was horrific — and the officers responsible have been arrested and will stand trial. But now politicians and activists are blaming everyone in a uniform. “Defund the police” has…
Concept designs for Sylvan Corners show room for housing, restaurant plaza
The central and highly visible undeveloped acreage at Sylvan Corners remains a target for development by the City of Citrus Heights, which purchased the 11-acre former middle school property last year.
Neighbor dispute leads to standoff with Citrus Heights police
A standoff in a residential neighborhood near Grand Oaks Elementary School ended peacefully Tuesday afternoon after officers from the Citrus Heights Police Department responded to a dispute between neighbors.
Two teens arrested for rash of arson fires in Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights police on Monday announced the arrest of two juveniles in connection with recent incidents of arson involving American flags being burned.
These 3 tech tools could help local business owners in Citrus Heights
Many small businesses in Citrus Heights and across the country are facing unfortunate challenges during these unprecedented times. In an effort to help businesses stay successful, some tech companies are stepping up to provide solutions to help ease…
Protesters march in Citrus Heights to decry racism, police brutality
From Sunrise Mall to City Hall, around 100 demonstrators of all ages and races marched with “Black Lives Matter” signs along Greenback Lane Friday and Saturday, as cars honked in support.
Citrus Heights police chief speaks out on Floyd death, protests, looting
Police Chief Ron Lawrence, in an update to the Citrus Heights City Council on Thursday, called last month’s killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis “sickening” and tragic.
Citrus Heights Rollerland reopens, as county moves into Stage 3
Sunrise Rollerland, the nearly 50-year-old roller skating rink near Sunrise Mall, will see its first skaters Sunday, June 14, nearly three months since COVID-19 stay-at-home orders took effect.
