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Volunteers and future homeowners took part in a wall raising for newly constructed homes for the Sayonara Housing Project on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025. // Charles McDonald Photography/Habitat for Humanity, Greater Sacramento

Applications for affordable homes in Citrus Heights now open

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento is now accepting applications for the second phase of affordable homes for the Sayonara Housing Project in Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Aug. 7-13

Latest police logs for Citrus Heights show an increase in vehicle violations while showing a decrease in code enforcement calls and disturbances…

Police Lights, SUV. Photo credit: Luke Otterstad

Crews respond to early morning dumpster fire in Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights Police and fire crews responded to a small fire early Friday morning in a parking lot located between Sunrise Boulevard and Birdcage Street.

A new martial arts academy is planned for the iconic building that once held Hollywood Video. // SB Williams

Martial Arts academy coming to Citrus Heights

A long-vacant building with a nostalgic history and recognizable architectural design has a new tenant.

A mural painted by artist Amie Nowell, one of many murals that are part of the new CH40 arts district. This small rendition of "Starry Night" is painted on the back of Elite Bicycles. // SB Williams

New Citrus Heights arts district to host parking lot party

The new CH 40 Arts District is set to kick off with a parking lot launch party on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.

2025-26 first day of school in the San Juan Unified School District // San Juan Unified School District

Citrus Heights organizations help students, schools prepare for new school year

As the new school year begins in Citrus Heights, several local organizations have stepped up to help local schools and students with tools they need to succeed by providing backpacks and essential school supplies…

The Citrus Heights Water District broke ground on two new specialized water wells on Aug. 6, 2025. // Citrus Heights Water District

Citrus Heights Water District breaks ground on new groundwater wells to boost supply reliability

Construction is underway on two new groundwater wells that Citrus Heights Water District leaders say will strengthen the community’s water reliability and lessen dependence on Folsom Lake during times of drought…

Vereans Community Center

Annual Hawaiian Luau at Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights canceled

The Veterans Community Center has announced that their annual Hawaiian Luau has been canceled this year, due to the passing of founder Jeanne Rounsavell. 

Jeanne Rounsavell stands next to a photo and memorabilia of her late husband, Jim Rounsavell. // M. Hazlip

Veterans Community Center mourns loss of founder Jeanne Rounsavell

The Citrus Heights community is mourning the loss of Veterans Community Center co-founder Jeanne Rounsavell, who passed away on Sunday, Aug. 10, the Veterans Community Center announced.