Local band to ‘ring in the holidays’ with free concert at Rusch Park
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights-based Capitol Pops Concert Band plans to “ring in holidays” and close out its 20th season with a free holiday concert on Dec. 2 in the Rusch Park Gym. The two-hour Saturday event…
Guest Opinion: proposed Citrus Heights housing has flood, fire risk
Guest opinion submitted by Norman Hill– When I saw the latest map of Watt Communities’ proposed 261-home development off Arcadia Drive in Citrus Heights, immediately two major concerns for public safety came to mind. I believe the city…
Letters: homelessness, mental health, solutions
Latest letters and reader comments discuss homelessness in Citrus Heights, along with several ideas for funding and potential solutions.
Turkey Shoot: Citrus Heights neighborhood group hosting 10th annual contest
Sentinel staff report– Have a camera and live in Citrus Heights? If so, a local neighborhood group says you qualify to enter their 10th annual “Turkey Shoot” contest for a chance to win a frozen Thanksgiving turkey to…
Veterans honored at Citrus Heights ceremony
Guest article by Citrus Heights resident Michael Bullington– Veterans, city leaders, and community members gathered for a Veterans Day ceremony and solemn march at Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights on Saturday, expressing appreciation for those who’ve served in…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: water rates, homeless, arrests, waste
Latest local news briefs include a 3-0 vote by the water district to raise rates, hundreds attending a local fundraiser to help the homeless, arrests following a car chase through Citrus Heights, volunteers helping give the Veterans Community…
Citrus Heights woman awarded for helping children, homeless
Lotte Reed, a long-time Citrus Heights resident and avid quilter, was officially recognized by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday with a Heroes of Human Service Award for her charitable work in the community. “Lotte has…
Guest Opinion: What if your son or daughter became homeless?
Guest opinion column submitted by David Warren– “Then the Lord said to Cain, ‘Where is Abel your brother?’ And he said, ‘I do not know. Am I my brother’s keeper?” – Genesis 4:9. At a recent city council…
Citrus Heights featured on latest ‘In Your Neighborhood’ TV segment
Sentinel staff report– Highlighting local flavors and sounds, Beer Dogs and the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band were both featured on Fox 40’s latest “In Your Neighborhood” segment on Friday morning. The Citrus Heights Historical Society also was…
Residents protest repeated rate increases by Citrus Heights Water District
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Water District will hold a public hearing on Nov. 8 regarding another proposed water rate and service fee increase. In response, some residents have mailed in protest letters and at least one…