Guest Column: This Supreme Court case could give cities more tools to address homeless crisis
By Sue Frost– I often consider the age-old concept of “the carrot and the stick,” which embodies the balance between enforcement and support—a theme that frequently comes up in discussions about how we govern and regulate the homeless…
Citrus Heights Letters: City roads, future hotel parking, feral cats
The latest letters from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers include varying opinions regarding city roads, future hotel parking concerns, and feral cats…
Rusch Park restroom repairs face further delays
The restrooms on the east side of Rusch Community Park still appear to be closed as of May 30…
COVID-19: Citrus Heights woman loses both parents on same day
As a former neonatal nurse and founder of a photography service for children with life-threatening illness, Diana Miller is no stranger to tragedy, but COVID-19 has made a lasting impact for her family.
Mobile showers for homeless coming to Citrus Heights
The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team is working with Mercy Holistic Ministry to offer hot showers and clothing to members of the community who would not otherwise have access to a bathroom.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: fire, frustration, homeless, new laws
Latest local news briefs include a fire breaking out at a Citrus Heights home on New Year’s Day, an obituary for an 85-year-old resident, frustration from Stones casino at shutdown orders, and an ABC 10 feature on the…
These were the top 5 stories of 2020 in Citrus Heights
The past 12 months of 2020 were filled with ups and downs, both in Citrus Heights and across the globe.
Need to get rid of your Christmas tree? Here’s how in Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights residents have several options for recycling live trees, or disposing of flocked trees.
Citrus Heights referral program helped families facing hardships in 2020
This year’s annual “Holiday Referral Program” in Citrus Heights looked a bit different due to COVID-19, but the Police Department and community volunteers still came together to support those facing hardships.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: homeless help, lights, obituary
Latest news briefs include a Citrus Heights sports bar handing out meals and supplies to homeless, another local light display being featured on CBS 13, and an obituary for a retired local car dealership owner.
Proposed future church site in Citrus Heights has not-so-holy past
The proposed site for a new 34,000-square-foot church building on Auburn Boulevard has a controversial and less-than-sacred past, according to historical records and interviews.
City announces winners of 2020 ‘Best Lights in Citrus Heights’ contest
The City of Citrus Heights on Christmas Eve announced the winners of a contest for the best yard displays in the city, picking a home on Cobalt Way and another on Orelle Creek Court as this year’s winners.
