Citrus Heights Sentinel
Citrus Heights discount retailer re-brands with new name. Here’s why
By Mike Hazlip— A discount wholesale business that opened in the former Smart and Final building has changed its name from Charity Shop to The Discount Store…
Public hearing to be held for proposed Starbucks on Auburn Blvd
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Planning Commission this week is set to review a proposal to build a new Starbucks at the edge of the city limit…
The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Citrus Heights council members will meet Thursday to vote on whether to approve a $20,000 grant request to fund more public murals, consider a $60,000 contract, and…
Citrus Heights council divided over next step for education committee
By Sara Beth Williams– Next steps for the newly formed Citrus Heights Education Committee are up in the air after a stalled 2-2 vote over the committee’s proposed…
2023 Citrus Heights Police Log Spotlight: April 28-May 4
Latest incident logs released by Citrus Heights police include a burglary reported at Kinder Care Learning Center, alleged drug activity at Woodside K-8 resulting in a report being taken and an arrest made after reports of criminal threats…
Oakland man arrested in Citrus Heights in connection with Bay Area murder
By Mike Hazlip— An Oakland man wanted in connection with an April 23 shooting in El Cerrito was arrested in Citrus Heights Wednesday, May 3, authorities said…
Citrus Heights teacher named among top 5 ‘all-star’ finalists; could win $30k
By Sara Beth Williams– Citrus Heights high school teacher Shana Pitts has been named by NBC Sports Bay Area as one of five finalists for the 2023 All-Star Teacher Award, which could result in her winning a $30,000…
Deadline approaching to vote in 2023 ‘Best of Citrus Heights’ contest
Sentinel staff report– The deadline is May 12 for community members to vote online for their favorite local businesses and restaurants to win this year’s “Best of Citrus Heights” contest, put on by the local Chamber of Commerce…
Citrus Heights homeless navigator in limbo after nonprofit closure
By Mike Hazlip— The future of homeless services in Citrus Heights is in question as a key regional nonprofit organization faces closure at the end of June…
City seeks bids to improve safety on dangerous section of Roseville Road
By Mike Hazlip— The City of Citrus Heights is seeking bids from consultants to oversee a project to improve safety along a long-troubled stretch of Roseville Road…
