Citrus Heights native wins second film festival award
Local Mesa Verde High School alum Chris Laird took home a Best Actor award from the SacTown Movie Buffs film festival…
Citrus Heights joins upcoming Big Day of Service
Citrus Heights is participating in the annual Big Day of Service event presented by the Rotary Club of Fair Oaks and Orangevale…
From Orangevale to Citrus Heights: Local history advocate returns to his roots
After more than three decades living in Orangevale, Citrus Heights Historical Society President Larry Fritz and his wife have officially moved…
Guest Opinion: What you should know about the Sac County jail vote
By Supervisor Sue Frost– You may have seen some news recently about a controversial vote at the Board of Supervisors involving a debate between releasing more inmates and expanding the current jail facility which serves all municipalities in…
Six top Christmas light displays in Citrus Heights for 2022
Sentinel staff report– Creative and custom Christmas light displays have once again popped up around Citrus Heights, as residents celebrate the holidays with decorated yards and rooftops.
Bells are ringing now through Christmas at Sylvan Cemetery
Sentinel staff report– Christmas carols can be heard playing from the bell tower at Sylvan Cemetery this season.
Citrus Heights launches new ‘Beautification Crew’ to clean up city
Sentinel staff report– Citrus Heights already has seen a reduction of more than two tons of litter and debris from across the city, thanks to nearly $1 million in federal pandemic relief funds going towards a newly launched…
Citrus Heights-opoly offers local spin on popular board game
By Mike Hazlip— If you’re looking for a last-minute gift idea or have ever wanted to own the Sunrise Mall Farmer’s Market or buy up City Hall, then a Citrus Heights-themed board game that’s popped up at several…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Shop with a Cop, public hearing, housing
Latest local news briefs include the state recognizing Citrus Heights as a “pro-housing” city, a Shop with a Cop event hosted at Target, and a new subdivision approved by the planning commission.
Stones Casino recognizes WEAVE exec with community award
By Mike Hazlip— The CEO of Women Escaping A Violent Environment (WEAVE) was recognized with a Stones Gambling Hall “21 Award” during a Dec. 14 ceremony.
Citrus Heights woman spreads joy with ‘Letters to Santa’ mailbox
By Sara Beth Williams– While the official USPS deadline to mail letters to the North Pole has passed, one Citrus Heights family has a special, red mailbox for kids who still need to send their requests to Santa
Toy drive underway in Citrus Heights to benefit military families
By Sara Beth Williams– A toy drive put on by Toys for the Troops’ Kids is now underway in Citrus Heights.
