
Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest now accepting nominations
The city’s 2024 “Best Lights in Citrus Heights” contest is now accepting nominations through Saturday, Dec. 7…

Find out where local road closures will be ahead of Sunday’s marathon
Several key road closures will be in effect during the upcoming annual California International Marathon, which is set to take place this Sunday, Dec. 8.

Local organizations seek donations for families in need this holiday season
Several community organizations in Citrus Heights are seeking donations in the month of December for children and families this holiday season…

‘Howl-o-Ween’ parade scheduled for Oct. 16 in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band is planning a pet-themed “Howl-o-Ween” parade and harvest festival for Saturday, October 16.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: Cigars, trespassing, obituary
Latest local news briefs include the passing of a 92-year-old resident, a local couple being featured in a TV interview, and a Citrus Heights man being cited for trespassing at a casino.

Citrus Heights community gathers to remember Jean Duncan
By Mike Hazlip– Community leaders past and present gathered on Saturday to remember a pillar of the Citrus Heights community who passed away last year.

Survey says Citrus Heights ranks No. 2 city for ‘rudest’ drivers. But is it true?
By Mike Hazlip– Survey findings released by insurance brokerage Insurify rank Citrus Heights drivers as the some of the rudest drivers in the country, second only to Rancho Cordova.

New wall mural completed in Citrus Heights shopping center; more likely to come
By Mike Hazlip— The corner of the former Stein Mart building at the Marketplace at Birdcage shopping center is the first blank canvas to become part of a new effort to add color to Citrus Heights.

Traveling circus coming to Citrus Heights this month
Sentinel staff report– A Las Vegas-based traveling circus will be setting up shop outside Sunrise Mall from Sept. 23-27, promising entertainment for both kids and adults.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: strategic planning, 2.9-mile trail, obituary
Latest local news briefs include an update on the city’s 2.9-mile trail project, the passing of another longtime resident of Citrus Heights, and an upcoming city strategic planning workshop.

Community shows support for fallen Marine during procession thru Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Crowds of people lined both sides of Greenback Lane on Thursday as the funeral procession for US Marine Sgt. Nicole Gee made its way across Citrus Heights.

Guest Column: Hotel tax is providing valuable funding to local nonprofits
By Sue Frost– One of my favorite things to do as a County Supervisor is support local organizations that give back to the community. Nonprofit organizations fill gaps left by government, providing services and supporting cultural growth in…



