Citrus Heights Sentinel
New repair and restoration shop opens in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— McElroy’s Repair and Restoration recently opened on Auburn Boulevard, but this isn’t your typical automotive repair shop.
Teen job opportunities in Citrus Heights include food, retail, grocery
By Mike Hazlip— That first summer job is a rite of passage for many teens, and with teen unemployment rates steadily declining since the pandemic according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, The Sentinel took a look…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: collision, obituary, new hire
Latest local news briefs include a driver being sought in a fatal motorcycle collision, an obituary for a 68-year-old resident, and the city announcing a new administrative services director.
Here’s 5 fresh ways to save some green at your local farmers market
By Laura McMullen– The difference between the produce at farmers markets and supermarkets is more than “tomayto” versus “tomahto.” And buying fresh fruit and vegetables at farmers markets offers opportunities to save money in ways you might not…
Q&A: What’s the latest news in last year’s fatal robbery at Rite Aid?
Sentinel staff report– The fatal robbery at a Citrus Heights Rite Aid last November drew attention from around the region as police searched for three suspects who robbed the store and knocked over an 87-year-old woman as they…
Citrus Heights now has an Assistant Police Chief
By Stacey Hanks– Marking a new chapter within the city’s law enforcement ranks, Police Commander Gina Anderson, who’s been with the Citrus Heights Police Department since its inception in 2006, has been promoted to the newly formed position…
The Civic Minute: what’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall (July 12)
During the Citrus Heights City Council’s July 12 meeting, city leaders will hear an update on the police department’s efforts surrounding the Fourth of July, as well as consider approving a $250,000 request by the police chief for…
Citrus Heights Sears store to close for good on July 15; here’s what’s left
Sentinel staff report– After more than two months of liquidation sales, the Citrus Heights Sears store is bumping up its discounts during the final days before the store is slated to close forever on July 15. With just…
Q&A: What’s with that pink house on Antelope Road in Citrus Heights?
By Bethany Reeves– The house on the corner of Antelope Road and Rosswood Drive is stunningly pink. Built in 1958 and painted a bright raspberry color several years ago, the 940-square-foot house was recently listed for sale at…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Sears, 4th of July parade, house fire
Latest local news briefs include a July 4th house fire, neighbors gathering to celebrate Independence Day, an update on the Golden State Killer suspect’s early days, and local Sears store workers featured in an article in The Guardian.
Citrus Heights Police commander retires; served with dept since day one
By Stacey Hanks– After serving with the Citrus Heights Police Department since its inception in 2006, along with 17 years of service as a deputy sheriff before that, Commander Daman Christensen was officially presented with his retirement badge…
Citrus Heights Police Logs: fireworks, urine, loud music
Latest police logs include a resident being hit in the face after complaining about loud music, large fireworks being thrown out of a vehicle, and a man reportedly breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and “urinating all over her…
