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.
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…
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.
‘Brews in the Burbs’ festival to take over Sunrise Mall parking lot
Sentinel staff report– Organizers say tickets are still available for attendance at this year’s Brews in the Burbs event at Sunrise Mall…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: collision, missing woman, stolen vehicle
Latest local news briefs include two being injured in a collision with a utility pole on Auburn Boulevard, police recovering a stolen vehicle, and a vigil being held at Rusch Park in honor of a missing woman…
Citrus Heights announces plans for July 1 fireworks show, celebration
Sentinel staff report– Live entertainment, food trucks, and a fireworks show are coming to Citrus Heights on July 1, as the city announces plans for its first-ever “Stars & Stripes Celebration” at Van Maren Park…
Citrus Heights homeless assistance nonprofit receives $10k donation
A local organization is stepping up to help the community in the ongoing wake of the closure of…
Traveling circus coming to Sunrise Mall this month
Sentinel staff report– A Las Vegas-based traveling circus will set up outside Sunrise Mall from May 4-8, promising entertainment for both kids and adults…
50 years later: Roseville rail yard explosion still leaves its mark
By Mike Hazlip— Early on a Saturday morning exactly 50 years ago, the quiet of the small towns of Citrus Heights, Antelope, and Roseville was shattered by a massive explosion coming from the nearby Roseville rail yard…
Community garden members mourn loss of local gardener
By Mike Hazlip— Volunteers with the Sylvan Ranch Community Garden in Citrus Heights remember fellow gardener Jim Thornton as one who helped build up the community, both physically and…
May Events: What’s happening this month in Citrus Heights?
By Sara Beth Williams– Looking for some things to do in Citrus Heights during the month of May? Happenings include a traveling circus, theatrical performances, the annual “Brews in the Burbs” at the mall, and more…
Guest Opinion: Why I voted to give our city manager a $12k bonus
By Tim Schaefer– As mayor of Citrus Heights, I am driven to be as transparent as possible on sometimes sensitive matters…
