Sara Beth Williams

A look back at 2025: Top stories covering Citrus Heights
The Sentinel has compiled some of the top stories that captured the most interest from readers in 2025.

Adventure park preparing to open in the new year
A new trampoline adventure park is hoping to be open and ready for business in early 2026.

New Year’s Eve fire kills 3 dogs, injures 1, in Citrus Heights.
A house fire in Citrus Heights sent one person to the hospital and resulted in the loss of three pets Wednesday evening, according to officials.
Police: Man arrested for felony vandalism using baseball bat in Citrus Heights
A 27-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning in connection with a felony vandalism incident that caused an estimated $3,000 in property damage.

Citrus Heights newly adopted budget allocates $8M to roads for next two years
The Citrus Heights City Council adopted its biennial budget on Wednesday, which details the city’s planned spending and anticipated revenues for the next two years.

5 new eateries to watch for in Citrus Heights
A wave of new food, drink, and specialty businesses are expected to open in Citrus Heights in the second half of 2025…

New juice shop planned for local shopping center in Citrus Heights
A juice and ice cream shop focused on natural and healthy fruit juice and sweet treat options is expected to come to the Sunrise Village,

A series of grass fires sparks investigation by authorities
Authorities are investigating two separate fires that broke out Friday afternoon, both near residential areas in Citrus Heights.

Citrus Heights Planning Commission approves quick service restaurant site plan
A Use Permit to allow a new quick service restaurant with drive thru along Sunrise Boulevard was unanimously approved by the Citrus Heights Planning Commission Tuesday.

New mural underway at Sylvan Corners
After years of vision and persistence, a new Citrus Heights Arts District is becoming a reality, beginning with the creation of a large-scale mural…

Frozen yogurt chain preparing to open in Citrus Heights
A popular frozen yogurt chain is expected to open in June at Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights…

Suspect apprehended after hit and run in Citrus Heights
A suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash was arrested Tuesday evening after fleeing the scene near Greenback Lane and Binet Drive, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department.




