Citrus Heights Sentinel

Citrus Heights nonprofit hosting holiday ‘Adopt-a-Family’ program
By Sara Beth Williams– A local nonprofit with a mission to empower single moms and their families is planning to donate meals and gifts to up to 60 families this December…

2023 Citrus Heights Police Log Spotlight: Nov. 16-21
Latest police logs include a report of shots fired at a building on the 6700 block of Greenback Lane, a theft arrest at Kohl’s after an officer was flagged down, and a robbery on the 7800 block of…

This Citrus Heights woman was recognized by the mayor this month. Here’s why
By Lily Tu– A longstanding resident of Citrus Heights was honored with a Good Neighbor award during a Nov. 9 City Council meeting for her service to children in the community…

Large vacant lot across from Leatherby’s drawing interest from developers
By Mike Hazlip— A one-acre vacant lot across from the Citrus Heights Leatherby’s restaurant is on the market for $750,000.

Tuesday Morning store in Citrus Heights on national store closure list
Sentinel staff report– The off-price retailer Tuesday Morning is seeking to close more than half of its stores nationwide, including the store at 7255 Greenback Ln. in Citrus Heights.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: obituary, holiday, massage parlors
Latest local news briefs include an upcoming community meeting to discuss a rapid increase the number of massage parlors in Citrus Heights, closure of City Hall due to Presidents’ Day, and an obituary for an 85-year-old resident.

Guest Opinion: This new ‘tool’ will help end homelessness
By Supervisor Sue Frost– Several years ago, I was approached by a group of individuals who were desperately advocating for the Sacramento Board to approve Laura’s Law, which would establish collaborative court proceedings for seriously mentally ill individuals…

Has the housing market hit bottom in Citrus Heights?
By Mike Hazlip— Uncertainty among both buyers and sellers continues, as the months-long drop in home prices shows possible signs of leveling out…

Citrus Heights man, 27, sentenced for attempted murder of officer
By Mike Hazlip— A Citrus Heights man was sentenced on Wednesday to life in prison for the attempted murder of a police officer.

LETTER: Police should resume publishing logs
By Carol Alexander, Citrus Heights– I for one was disappointed that the police stopped posting the logs of what was happening on a daily basis some years ago…

Crews rescue kitten in Citrus Heights apartment fire
By Mike Hazlip— Metro Fire crews responded to an apartment fire near the intersection of Auburn Boulevard and Antelope Road over the weekend…

Four large development projects, proposals to watch in Citrus Heights this year
By Mike Hazlip— Major development proposals and projects in Citrus Heights to keep an eye on in 2023 include a mix of commercial and residential projects in various areas of the city.




