Citrus Heights Sentinel
Citrus Heights Tree Lighting set for Dec. 3 at temporary site
The 19th annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Citrus Heights will be held at a temporary site in front of the Community Center on Dec. 3 this year, pending anticipated completion of a new city hall building next summer.…
Weekend blood drive at Sunrise Mall seeks to draw donors
Local gift shoppers have an opportunity to give a “heart-felt” gift this weekend, during BloodSource’s seasonal blood drive in the Sunrise Mall parking lot. Teaming up with 98 Rock to offer a free t-shirt to donors, “Blood Mobiles”…
Woman hit while crossing Auburn Blvd suffers major injuries
Citrus Heights police said an elderly woman was hit by a car while trying to cross Auburn Boulevard near Antelope Road Monday night — with nearby church-goers saying she was leaving a memorial service when she was struck.…
CHPD seeks to reduce fatalities with $236k traffic safety grant
The Citrus Heights Police Department announced last week it was awarded a $236,190 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to help fund a year-long program of safety-related efforts, including DUI checkpoints and distracted driving enforcement.…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: 80 mph chase, water rates (Nov.17-20)
Updated Nov. 21, 10:12 p.m.– Citrus Heights had a fairly full schedule over the past week, including a high-speed chase, public hearings, a 14% water rate increase, and arrival of the City’s 30-foot Christmas tree. Here’s a look…
Citrus Heights Christmas tree arrives; lighting ceremony set for Dec. 3
A 30-foot tall, 400-pound Christmas tree arrived by trailer at the Citrus Heights Community Center Tuesday afternoon, in advance of the City’s 19th annual tree lighting ceremony and festivities on Dec. 3 this year.
Small Business Saturday encourages shopping small, local on Nov. 28
The day after Black Friday’s expected shopping frenzy, small businesses around the country are anticipated to gain an additional financial boost from the sixth annual Small Business Saturday on November 28 — a day designed to encourage consumers…
Citrus Heights This Week: what’s happening in town (Nov.15-21)
This week’s local happenings include seven public hearings, a few seasonal events, and a City workshop on improving walkability around Citrus Heights. Here’s what’s on schedule: MONDAY, Nov. 16– Holiday Referral Program donation period begins. From Nov. 16…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: tickets, mall fire, prostitution (Nov.10-13)
Want to know what happened in town the past week? From a local Veterans Day march and ceremony, to an update on efforts to curb prostitution at Citrus Heights massage parlors — here’s a quick summary: Police: Over…
Veterans honored during Citrus Heights march, ceremony
Veterans, City leaders, and community members gathered for a Veterans Day ceremony and solemn march around Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights Wednesday, expressing appreciation for those who’ve served in America’s armed forces. The hour-long event began with a…
