Citrus Heights Sentinel
2023 Veterans Day ceremony to be held in Citrus Heights
Sentinel staff report– American Legion Post 637 will host its annual Veterans Day ceremony at Sylvan Cemetery on Saturday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m…
Citrus Heights voted 4-0 to drop its panhandling ordinance. Here’s why
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights City Council last week voted to repeal the city’s panhandling ordinance citing potential concerns over First Amendment lawsuits…
Citrus Heights council votes 3-1 to support ‘Taxpayer Protection Act’
The Citrus Heights City Council last week voted to support the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act of 2024, an initiative that has…
Water bills set to rise next year, following 3-0 vote
Sentinel staff report– Following a unanimous vote by Citrus Heights Water District board members earlier this month, water rates and service charges are set to increase beginning Jan. 1, 2023.
Citrus Heights police unveil new ‘Honor Wall’
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Police Department unveiled a new “Honor Wall” this month, to recognize the work of its past members and police chiefs — as well as each retiree moving forward.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Holiday Cheer, fitness club, tobacco ban
Latest local news briefs include video highlights from a police gift-drop to children on Sayonara Way, local impacts of Prop 31’s ban on flavored tobacco, the sale of a fitness club in Citrus Heights, and upcoming holiday closures…
Guest Opinion: What’s with the virgin birth and Christmas?
By Michael Bullington– As the City of Citrus Heights slows its engines of commerce, the hustle and bustle of government and the rush of everyday life, what better time to reflect on the reason for the season?
New toy store opens in Sunrise Mall
By Mike Hazlip— A toy store is the newest tenant at Sunrise mall, opening just a month before the Christmas shopping season.
Guest Opinion: What you should know about the Sac County jail vote
By Supervisor Sue Frost– You may have seen some news recently about a controversial vote at the Board of Supervisors involving a debate between releasing more inmates and expanding the current jail facility which serves all municipalities in…
Former Sears buildings at Sunrise Mall listed for sale by new owner
By Mike Hazlip— Just one month after acquiring the former Sears property at Sunrise Mall, commercial real estate mogul Ethan Conrad has listed the buildings for a combined total of nearly $20 million. An option to lease is…
Six top Christmas light displays in Citrus Heights for 2022
Sentinel staff report– Creative and custom Christmas light displays have once again popped up around Citrus Heights, as residents celebrate the holidays with decorated yards and rooftops.
Bells are ringing now through Christmas at Sylvan Cemetery
Sentinel staff report– Christmas carols can be heard playing from the bell tower at Sylvan Cemetery this season.
