Citrus Heights Sentinel
Citrus Heights council split on fine for fireworks set off after 11 p.m.
Sentinel staff report– In making a new fireworks ordinance permanent earlier this month, Citrus Heights council members could not come to a consensus on whether to impose a $750 fine on legal fireworks discharged after 11 p.m.
Why this once-popular Citrus Heights tanning salon closed up shop this year
The lights are out for “I B Tan” at 6400 Sunrise Blvd., with the owner citing impacts related to COVID-19 along with rising business costs and a changing demographic in Citrus Heights.
Citrus Heights man’s search leads to unnamed grave site receiving proper headstone
A century-old unnamed grave marker for a pioneer woman now has a headstone bearing her name, thanks to the research and dedication of her great-great-grandson.
Nov. 25th: Small Business Saturday encourages shopping small, local
Sentinel staff report– The day after Black Friday’s shopping frenzy, small businesses around the country and in Citrus Heights are anticipated to gain an additional financial boost from the eighth annual Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25 –…
Guest Opinion: proposed Citrus Heights housing has flood, fire risk
Guest opinion submitted by Norman Hill– When I saw the latest map of Watt Communities’ proposed 261-home development off Arcadia Drive in Citrus Heights, immediately two major concerns for public safety came to mind. I believe the city…
Letters: homelessness, mental health, solutions
Latest letters and reader comments discuss homelessness in Citrus Heights, along with several ideas for funding and potential solutions.
2017 Citrus Heights Police Logs: grand theft, car racing, assault
Latest police logs include a trio of vehicles reportedly racing on Greenback Lane, an 18-year-old daughter allegedly punching her mother in the face outside Walmart, grand theft of four phones from a Verizon Wireless store, and a driver…
Citrus Heights police seek to locate suspected drug dealer
Sentinel staff report– Several photos of a wanted drug dealer suspect were released by Citrus Heights police Wednesday evening and authorities believe the suspect is likely in the area of Citrus Heights or North Highlands. In a brief…
Turkey Shoot: Citrus Heights neighborhood group hosting 10th annual contest
Sentinel staff report– Have a camera and live in Citrus Heights? If so, a local neighborhood group says you qualify to enter their 10th annual “Turkey Shoot” contest for a chance to win a frozen Thanksgiving turkey to…
Veterans honored at Citrus Heights ceremony
Guest article by Citrus Heights resident Michael Bullington– Veterans, city leaders, and community members gathered for a Veterans Day ceremony and solemn march at Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights on Saturday, expressing appreciation for those who’ve served in…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: water rates, homeless, arrests, waste
Latest local news briefs include a 3-0 vote by the water district to raise rates, hundreds attending a local fundraiser to help the homeless, arrests following a car chase through Citrus Heights, volunteers helping give the Veterans Community…
Citrus Heights woman awarded for helping children, homeless
Lotte Reed, a long-time Citrus Heights resident and avid quilter, was officially recognized by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday with a Heroes of Human Service Award for her charitable work in the community. “Lotte has…
