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Sara Beth Williams

Local Ukrainian artist Veronika Buliuk paints an ocean sunset scene. // Mike Hazlip

Art, uncertainty shape Ukrainian refugee’s new life in Citrus Heights

With nowhere safe to return to in her home country, a young Ukrainian artist featured at Citrus Heights City Hall faces an uncertain future…

Dollar Thrift opened in Citrus Heights March 20, 2026.

Popular Sacramento thrift shop relocates to Citrus Heights for larger space

A new thrift store offering items for only a dollar each held a soft opening in Citrus Heights on Friday…

Over 350 people attended the last skating session at Sunrise Rollerland, prior to the company changing ownership. Sunday, March 15, 2026.

‘Bittersweet’: Final session at Rollerland draws over 350 attendees

The roller rink owners advertised the last session in a newsletter to subscribers and on their social media pages, saying online purchasing would guarantee entry. Tickets for the Sunday night session were sold out by Friday morning…

Police Lights, file photo

High-ranking Citrus Heights employee arraigned on DUI charge

A key city employee with the City of Citrus Heights was arraigned in court last week on a charge stemming from an arrest over the holiday season for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol.

Republic Services garbage truck, during neighborhood pickup.

Citrus Heights faces decision on future of waste services contract, possible rate increase

Following 60-day negotiations between Republic Services and the City of Citrus Heights regarding a 10-year contract, the Citrus Heights City Council is slated to weigh in on the future of residential waste services for the city…

Aquarium Depot is celebrating 12 years

Reptile Depot hosting week-long customer appreciation celebration

The Aquarium and Reptile Depot in Citrus Heights is hosting a week-long celebration in honor of their 13th anniversary, with all community members invited…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Feb. 12-18

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show an increase in traffic accidents, and a significant drop in vehicle violations….

A new beauty professional collective is preparing to open at Sunrise Blvd. and Madison Ave. // SB Williams

New beauty salon to open in growing Sunrise Village center in Citrus Heights

After sitting vacant for years, a building at Sunrise Village is showing signs of new life — with signage now up for a nail salon suite…

A new Grocery Ouetlet is preparing o open this spring at Sunrise Blvd. and Madison Ave. // SB Williams

New grocery store in Citrus Heights sets opening date

A new discount grocery store is set to open in the Sunrise Village Shopping Center at the beginning of April….

An AI generated image reflecting the Letter to the Editor: Move the Citrus Heights Police to Sunrise Mall. / CH Sentinel

LETTER: Why not move Citrus Heights police station to Sunrise Mall?

Submitted by William Ferris– Why don’t the Citrus Heights City Council quit making plans for the Sunrise Mall Shopping center and put..

A local gas station at the corner of Sunrise Blvd. and Old Auburn Road is for sale. // SB Williams

Local gas station hits market with $11.5M price tag

A gas station previously owned by a prominent local businessman in Citrus Heights and then taken over by ARCO AM/PM last fall, has been listed for sale with a price tag exceeding $11 million…

Must Be Cow, an all you can eat buffet, is located at

Why this Korean buffet is called ‘Must Be Cow’

To find out the inspiration behind the unique name of the restaurant, The Sentinel staff sat down with Must Be Cow General Manager Andy Le…