
Find out where local road closures will be ahead of Sunday’s marathon
Several key road closures will be in effect during the upcoming annual California International Marathon, which is set to take place this Sunday, Dec. 8.

Local organizations seek donations for families in need this holiday season
Several community organizations in Citrus Heights are seeking donations in the month of December for children and families this holiday season…

Planters damaged again at Fair Oaks and Old Auburn Rd.
Brick planters at the intersection of Fair Oaks Boulevard and Old Auburn Road were struck again by vehicles amid recent rains…

Obituary: Donna Barnes Lucas (1943-2021)
Obituary submitted by family friend– Donna Jean Murrill was born in Los Angeles on October 26, 1943 and passed away on December 25, 2021.

Citrus Heights Letters: masks in schools, homeless at the library
Latest letters from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers include comments on a recent guest column by Supervisor Sue Frost regarding masks in schools, along with a letter about homelessness outside Sylvan Oaks Library.

Citrus Heights News Briefs: obituary, house fire, toy giveaway
Latest local news briefs include an obituary of a local businesswoman, a Citrus Heights teen helping collect and giveaway toys on Christmas Eve, and investigators assessing a house fire on Cheshire Way.

Star Wars fans will love the holiday decor outside this Citrus Heights home
By Mike Hazlip— The homes along Orelle Creek Court in Citrus Heights are known for their annual Christmas lights displays, but one home’s decorations are from a galaxy far, far away.

Local nonprofit wraps up year of working with homeless in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) is wrapping up its 2021 efforts, and planning for expanded efforts next year to help those living on the streets as well as those at risk of…

Guest Opinion: A public ‘thank you’ to Texas Roadhouse in Citrus Heights
By Paul Reyes– Hello Citrus Heights! My name is Paul Reyes and I am a member of the American Legion here in Citrus Heights.

Small Citrus Heights march recognizes Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day
By Mike Hazlip— A small group of people gathered at Adalbertos Mexican restaurant on Greenback Lane Tuesday night for a short walk to commemorate Homeless Persons’ Memorial day.

Guest Opinion: Get masks out of classrooms
By Supervisor Sue Frost– On the heels of a new statewide mask mandate and the continued declaration of a COVID-19 state of emergency, it feels necessary to once again advocate for a population left seemingly voiceless throughout this…

Eight top Christmas light displays in Citrus Heights for 2021
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.




