Citrus Heights nonprofit hosting holiday ‘Adopt-a-Family’ program
By Sara Beth Williams– A local nonprofit with a mission to empower single moms and their families is planning to donate meals and gifts to up to 60 families this December…
This Citrus Heights woman was recognized by the mayor this month. Here’s why
By Lily Tu– A longstanding resident of Citrus Heights was honored with a Good Neighbor award during a Nov. 9 City Council meeting for her service to children in the community…
Laser light show, night market planned outside Sunrise Mall
The Sunrise MarketPlace business district will kick off its 2023 “Magical Moments” holiday event series on Dec. 1 with a laser light show and night market in the parking lot outside the Men’s Macy’s store at Sunrise Mall…
Weekend blood drive taking place in Citrus Heights on April 27-28
A weekend blood drive will be held across from Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights this Saturday and Sunday, with donors to be offered a $10 Fandango movie voucher as a “thank you” for giving blood…
Free prescription drug disposal to be offered by Citrus Heights police on April 27
Those with expired or unused prescription drugs are invited to drop them off anonymously at another free “Take Back” event offered by the Citrus Heights Police Department this Saturday…
Taste of Citrus Heights 2019 to feature over two dozen local eateries, wineries
Looking for all-you-can-eat sampling of local food and beverages? You’ll likely find what you’re looking for at the Citrus Heights Community Center on April 26…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: homeless, local nonprofit, shooting
Latest news briefs include a local man’s efforts to help the homeless being featured on ABC 10, police closing down Greenback Lane in search of a suspect who shot at an officer, a local nonprofit’s work being highlighted…
Capitol Pops Concert Band to mark 22 years with free concert at Rusch Park
Article submitted by Linda Glover– The Capitol Pops Concert Band will celebrate its 22nd anniversary with a free, open to the public concert at 7 p.m. this Saturday, April 27, in the Rusch Park Auditorium…
This new nonprofit is helping in-need students get shoes in Citrus Heights
Students at Mariposa Elementary School in Citrus Heights are now benefiting from a special “Soles for Young Souls” shoe closet, thanks to the work of Linda (Schram) Fischer and the generosity of several book club members of San…
Guest Opinion: AB 392 is not the answer for police use of force
There is a bill quickly making its way through the California Legislature (AB 392) that, if passed, will create a highly subjective standard for evaluating and holding law enforcement officers criminally liable for using force when responding to…
Citrus Town Center to kick off season with free family fun
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Town Center at the corner of Greenback Lane and Sunrise Boulevard will be kicking off its annual outdoor activities with a Spring Celebration this Saturday, promising fun for the whole family…
Meet the Citrus Heights ‘Snack Man’ who’s doing his part to help homeless
By Thomas J. Sullivan– It’s 8:45 a.m. on a recent Monday, and Alfred “Snack Man” Sanchez is busy loading up backpacks and getting his motorized scooter ready to make his early morning rounds…
