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What’s happened at Sunrise Mall since the city filed its lawsuit?

Concern over Sunrise Mall’s condition continues to mount, as businesses still open inside the mall call for the community to rally together to support their livelihood, while some residents on social media are calling for the mall to…

Family owned Pastor's Valero gas station and espresso bar is expected to close their doors for the last time on July 31, 2025. // Sophia Otterstad

‘Very bittersweet’: Family-owned gas station in Citrus Heights closes Thursday

After 50 years, the Pastor’s Valero gas station and Espresso Bar in Citrus Heights will be closing its doors at the end of the day on July 31. 

‘Only so much we can do.’ Sunrise Mall tenants trapped in the middle of legal fight

Scattered footsteps echo through the cavernous open spaces of a mall that once buzzed with activity as shop owners wait…

A local family is selling its family owned gas station.

Citrus Heights businessman selling local family-owned gas station

After 50 years, the Pastor family announced they are selling Pastor’s Valero, according to an announcement by the family on social media…

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Clothing store leaves Sunrise Mall, future uncertain

After closing in 2023 and then reopening in the spring of 2024, the Underground Clothing Connection has officially vacated Sunrise Mall…

Citrus Heights drops opposition to controversial homeless bill, pending amendments

The Citrus Heights city manager has confirmed that the city has dropped its opposition to a controversial senate bill that would…

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Lawsuit filed against Sunrise Mall owner Namdar Realty, city officials confirm

A lawsuit seeking over $500,000 in accrued fines and immediate abatement of nuisance violations has been filed against Sunrise Mall majority owner Namdar Realty Group…

Th first City Scoop ice cream social for 2025 was held at San Juan High School on June 4, 2025. // SB Williams

Citrus Heights City Scoop coming to Van Maren Park

This summer, City Scoop is slated to take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at three new locations throughout the city, including Van Maren Park…

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Sunrise Mall hit with over $300k in fines: Here’s what it was cited for

Extensive details have been obtained by The Sentinel from an inspection warrant served by police, fire and city officials at Sunrise Mall…

Black Sails Coffee is coming to the Marketplace at Birdcage

New coffee shop in Citrus Heights sets opening date

A new coffee roasting company has set an opening date, according to one of the company’s owners.

Aerial fireworks exploding in the night sky

Citrus Heights Police issue over $300K in illegal fireworks fines

Citrus Heights Police identified have over 300 separate violations of illegal fireworks activity following Fourth of July holiday celebrations…

Rally's Burger drive thru on Auburn Blvd. and Grand Oaks Ave. still sits abandoned after closing abruptly in January.

Coffee shop proposed for abandoned restaurant space in Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights could see a new coffee shop take over a vacant drive-thru restaurant, which shut down abruptly…