Moss Oak Avenue home lights up Citrus Heights with creative Christmas displays
The Simpson family’s home on Moss Oak Avenue in Citrus Heights has won awards for the elaborate Christmas lights and outdoor holiday decorations over the years, but the family says it’s not about competition…
2024 ‘Best Lights’ winners announced by City of Citrus Heights
The winners have been announced for the city’s annual Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest…
Citrus Heights neighborhood group brightens Christmas for local children
For four years, CHASEN, which represents Citrus Heights neighborhood areas 7, 8 and 9, has come together to give Christmas gifts to local children and families in need…
Construction takes shape for new funeral center in Citrus Heights
Sentinel staff report– Drivers traveling on Interstate 80 through Citrus Heights can see construction work underway on a large expansion project at Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Funeral Center.
Citrus Heights marching band unveils new performing arts center
By Mike Hazlip– The Citrus Heights Community Marching Band has begun its 17th year in a large new building constructed for the organization.
‘Snack Man’ seeks sock donations for Citrus Heights homeless
By Mike Hazlip— Alfred Sanchez, better known on the streets of Citrus Heights as the Snack Man, is looking to collect 3,000 pairs of socks to distribute to people experiencing homelessness in Citrus Heights.
Cleanup begins at homeless camp behind Citrus Heights condos
By Mike Hazlip— On Saturday, a collaborative effort between residents of a condominium association and Citrus Heights police led to an initial four-hour cleanup of a homeless camp on private property, located between the condos and Interstate 80.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: obituary, change maker, district attorney
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of a longtime resident and former bar owner, the mayor of Citrus Heights being recognized as a change-maker in the region, and a high profile local endorsement in the race for…
‘Brews in the Burbs’ to return to Citrus Heights for 2022
Sentinel staff report– Promising an evening of craft beer tastings, live music, food trucks and backyard games, the Sunrise MarketPlace on Thursday announced its “Brews in the Burbs” event will return to the Sunrise Mall parking lot in…
Residents seek to clean up homeless camp behind Citrus Heights condos
By Mike Hazlip— About 56 feet as measured on Google Earth separate a row of storage units for Coventry Square Condominiums from eastbound Interstate 80 in Citrus Heights.
Community survey seeks input on homelessness, COVID response
By Mike Hazlip— Sacramento County Supervisor Sue Frost is asking residents of Citrus Heights and surrounding areas to give their input by completing an online survey.
Citrus Heights News Briefs: infrastructure, public hearing, obituary
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of an 85-year-old resident, a second public hearing on redistricting, and Citrus Heights being featured by the League of California Cities for infrastructure improvements on Auburn Boulevard.
