Citrus Heights Sentinel

Citrus Heights police unveil new ‘Honor Wall’
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Police Department unveiled a new “Honor Wall” this month, to recognize the work of its past members and police chiefs — as well as each retiree moving forward.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: Holiday Cheer, fitness club, tobacco ban
Latest local news briefs include video highlights from a police gift-drop to children on Sayonara Way, local impacts of Prop 31’s ban on flavored tobacco, the sale of a fitness club in Citrus Heights, and upcoming holiday closures…

Guest Opinion: What’s with the virgin birth and Christmas?
By Michael Bullington– As the City of Citrus Heights slows its engines of commerce, the hustle and bustle of government and the rush of everyday life, what better time to reflect on the reason for the season?

Citrus Heights restaurants find creative ways to stay open after latest health order
Citrus Heights eateries are literally thinking outside the box to keep their cash flow, pay employees, and serve customers during the governor’s latest shutdown order that prohibits restaurants from offering indoor dining.

Veterans center hosts first hot dog lunch in Citrus Heights, after months of lockdown
World War II veteran Manuel Saetes, now in his nineties, sits outside the Citrus Heights Veterans Community Center at a folding table with his fellow veterans, sharing stories of their service, talking politics, and reminiscing over hot dogs…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: fireworks, casino, DeAngelo, obituary
Latest local news briefs include the passing of a longtime Citrus Heights resident, temporary closure of Stones Gambling Hall, a guilty plea being entered by Joseph DeAngelo, and area fireworks stands reporting a boost in sales this year.…

Plan to repave Madison Ave delayed due to revenue shortfall in COVID-19 economy
A $6.5 million repaving project approved for portions of Madison Avenue and Kenneth Avenue has been delayed until next year.

Citrus Heights police announce action plan for cracking down on illegal fireworks
Citrus Heights police this year are enlisting the help of drones and arson investigators to assist in enforcement of the city’s ban on illegal fireworks, which police say are primarily imported from outside the state.

Citrus Heights businesses prepare to close again, following governor’s order
Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced new enforcement measures aimed at increasing compliance with the state’s order to once again close bars and indoor dining at restaurants in 19 counties…

Citrus Heights police to deploy DUI patrols during 4th of July weekend
Citrus Heights police are increasing patrols through Independence Day Weekend, and are reminding residents to drink responsibly.

Citrus Heights has 19 fireworks stands. See which nonprofit is behind each one
Want to support a local nonprofit? It can be as simple as choosing where to purchase fireworks.

Citrus Heights costume shop closes doors permanently after COVID-19 hardships
Empty cubbies once full of all kinds of shoes, a counter top with a few remaining glittering accessories, and costumes hanging on the last few clothing racks, sat among the dull cardboard of moving boxes on Friday afternoon…




