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Sara Beth Williams

Citrus Heights K-8 leads district with Gold recognition in positive behavior supports award

Lichen K-8 in Citrus Heights was recently recognized with top honors from the California Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, (or PBIS), 2024–25 Recognition Program,

Elections 2024

Where and when Citrus Heights residents can cast ballots for the 2025 special election

As voting in the special election began on Monday, Oct. 6 in Citrus Heights and across the state, several centers have been made available for both ballot drop off and in-person voting…

The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce hired new Operations and Membership Coordinator Katie Berlin. // courtesy of Katie Berlin

Citrus Heights Chamber hires new operations and membership coordinator

The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new Operations and Membership Coordinator on Monday, following the retirement of longtime office administrator Renee Larscheid.

Boots and Bras 2023

‘Boots and Bras’ fundraiser to be held at Rusch Park Community Center

The second annual “Boots and Bras” fundraiser dinner to help raise money for young women experiencing hardship is scheduled to take place Sunday Oct. 27…

Ghost Tours 2024

‘Ghost Tours’ return to Mesa Verde High School in time for Halloween

The Mesa Verde Theater department is hosting its fourth annual ‘Ghost Tours’ this Halloween season. Ghost Tours are scheduled for Oct. 24, 25, and 26 with an alumni preview night on Oct. 22.

Popular diner in Citrus Heights hit with health inspection violations

A local eatery well-known for breakfast and lunch in Citrus Heights was recently hit with multiple health inspection violations, although the restaurant was not forced to close and passed a reinspection several days later…

Plans for Citrus Heights Walmart remodel, expansion submitted to city

An application for a remodeling and expansion project at the Walmart store on Auburn Boulevard has been submitted to the city for approval, according to the city’s website…

Beto's Tacos

Businesses struggle from loss of traffic during roadwork on Auburn Blvd

Businesses and residents alike have expressed frustration regarding roadwork on Auburn Boulevard, as the city’s $35 million revitalization project along the boulevard continues…

Police car lights, light bar. Citrus Heights Sentinel. Photo by Luke Otterstad

Man arrested, released after brandishing knife at Montage Apartments

A 35-year-old male was arrested for brandishing a deadly weapon during an argument on Tuesday night, according to police.

Executive Chef and San Juan High Grad Anthony Vo visited the culinary program to reunite with his former culinary teacher in October. // San Juan Unified School District

San Juan High School alum makes it onto Hell’s Kitchen TV show

San Juan High School alumnus and current Executive Chef Anthony Vo made it onto Gordon Ramsey’s Hell’s Kitchen…

2024 ‘Howl-o-Ween’ parade in Citrus Heights to have route change

By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band recently announced changes to the usual route in their upcoming annual “Howl-o-Ween” parade scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 19. The new route will begin at Grand Oaks Elementary School,…

River City Chiropractic staff celebrated a win at the 2024 "Best of Citrus Heights" awards.

Local chiropractic office celebrates 18 years of ‘Best of Citrus Heights’ win

River City Chiropractic was recently crowned as the Best of Citrus Heights in the Health and Wellness category, an award staff said is accepted with great pride year after year…