Citrus Heights Sentinel

Auburn Blvd Construction Nears Completion of Phase 1
The first phase of a revitalization effort for Auburn Boulevard is on schedule for completion this summer, with sidewalks scheduled to be done by the beginning of June, and plans underway for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Authorized in 2005,…

City Takes Heat from Residents Over Controversial New City Hall Proposal
Controversy erupted at a community meeting this week over a proposal to bring a new 3-story medical office building to the existing Citrus Heights city hall location, and move the hall to Antelope Drive. In a full room…

City Kicks Off Building Safety Month
The Citrus Heights building department hosted a Thursday kick-off event in order to raise awareness to Building Safety Month, an international effort which seeks to improve building safety through education during the month of May. In addition to…

Plant sale exceeds goal for community garden; clothing drive now underway
Organizers said that a weekend organic plant sale exceeded fundraiser projections by over $100, although they hope to raise the attendance level for the event next year. “Our first annual plant sale was a success, and we were…

ELECTION: Sample Ballots Arrive for Citrus Heights Voters
With the primary election coming up in just over a month, Citrus Heights voters can expect to receive their sample ballot pamphlets in the mail this week — if they haven’t already — according to a press release…

New City Hall Proposal: Final Community Meeting on April 30
A final community meeting to discuss the potential relocation and construction of a new city hall for Citrus Heights has been scheduled for April 30. The meeting is the last in a series of City-hosted community discussions, following…

[VIDEO] Pet-a-Palooza Competition: Small Dog Hesitates Before Big Jump into Pool
Dogs of all shapes and sizes competed at the Splash Dogs pool jump competition in Citrus Heights, Saturday. Although most dogs jumped right in after their owners tossed a toy into the pool, the dog in this video…

Community Discussion on Future of Sylvan School
In light of a potential closure of Sylvan Middle School, those interested in the future of school facilities in Citrus Heights are being invited by the San Juan Unified School District to a community discussion tonight. Consideration of…

Gun Owners to Host Fundraiser in Citrus Heights
A statewide gun rights group has chosen the Citrus Heights Community Center for its April 25 crab feed, citing its growing numbers as a primary reason for the venue. With an auction, gun raffle, and games planned —…

Pet-a-Palooza event coming to Rusch Park
A pet-friendly “Pet-a-Palooza” event this Saturday is promising “nonstop action for you and your dog,” with obstacle courses, doggy treats, a “splash” area, and a K-9 demonstration by the Citrus Heights Police Department…