
Obituary: Isaac Cornell, Jr. (1951-2024)
The family of Isaac “Ike” H Cornell Jr. of Citrus Heights is saddened to announce his passing at the age of 73.

2024: Check out these Christmas light displays in Citrus Heights
Decorated yards and Christmas lights are again on display in various neighborhoods all across Citrus Heights, as residents celebrate the season with lights and other decor…

Toys for the Troops’ Kids seeking donations, volunteers in Citrus Heights
A local nonprofit that collects toys for children of military families is in great need of volunteers this year…

Guest Opinion: Mask mandates and a pattern of inconsistency
By Supervisor Sue Frost– It may be hard to realize this, but we are already well into 2022. I say this because I find myself reading headlines that make me feel like I am still living in late…

Citrus Heights neighborhood association to resume in-person meetings
By Mike Hazlip— After almost two years without an in-person meeting, the Park Oaks Neighborhood Association in Citrus Heights is set to hold their first meeting Thursday, February 17.

Citrus Heights horse vaulting team prepares for triple wedding
By Mike Hazlip— Love is in the air for a Citrus Heights horse vaulting team as three siblings who coach the team plan a triple wedding.

Fundraiser: Cornhole tournament coming to Citrus Heights Community Center
Sentinel staff report– Tickets are currently on sale for an upcoming cornhole tournament fundraiser benefiting the Citrus Heights Police Activities League.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: stolen smoker, vaccines, recovery funding
Latest local news briefs include Citrus Heights police assisting in locating a stolen smoker, details of a new $320k grant benefiting small businesses, the swearing in of a new city manager, and an upcoming free COVID-19 vaccine clinic.…

Citrus Heights Letters: waste fee increase, composting
Latest letters from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers offer varying responses and criticism related to waste fee increases and a related state mandate regarding food waste recycling.

The story of an influential family who left their mark on Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— A weathered, historical plaque can be found today near a playground at Van Maren Park, paying silent tribute to an influential family who once called that land home.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: ‘fast-food Mecca,’ obituary, fundraiser
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of a 90-year-old Citrus Heights resident, concerns about the city becoming a “fast-food Mecca” airing on a regional TV station, and firefighters collecting donations at Greenback and Sunrise. Vice Mayor concerned…

Annual Crab Feed returning to Citrus Heights Community Center
Sentinel staff report– After taking a year off during the pandemic, the Citrus Heights Rotary Club will be hosting its 33rd annual crab feed fundraiser on Feb. 12 at the Community Center. The event was announced during a…




