Homelessness: How much did the Citrus Heights Navigator program cost the city?
In recent years, city-funded “Navigators” have been credited with helping connect homeless in Citrus Heights with housing and support, but…
The Civic Minute: What’s going on at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights City Council will meet Thursday to hear a presentation about new penalties for residents who don’t properly sort their food waste, along with considering approvals related to road repaving and grant awards…
Meet the owner behind this new Puerto Rican restaurant in Citrus Heights
Business owner Bella Luz was born in Honduras and immigrated to the United States in 2015. Initially starting as a dishwasher, she’s now opened her own business in Citrus Heights with the help of a business partner…
Citrus Heights residents, leaders gather for Memorial Day ceremony
By Mike Hazlip– Citrus Heights residents and community leaders gathered at Sylvan Cemetery on Monday for a ceremony remembering service members who died in the line of duty…
Development projects planned along Citrus Heights, Roseville border
By Mike Hazlip— An eyesore area on the outskirts of Citrus Heights could look quite different in a few years…
New restaurant brings a taste of Central American food to Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— A new restaurant open in the space formerly occupied by Alonzo’s Pizza Depot is offering traditional Central American foods…
Public hearing set for proposed taproom at Sylvan Corners
By Phillip Pesola– The Citrus Heights City Council on Thursday is scheduled to hold a public hearing regarding a proposed craft beer taproom at Sylvan Corners…
Are Citrus Heights schools safe?
Sentinel staff investigation– Amid national reports of school shootings, school safety has been a heightened topic of concern at multiple meetings over the past year in Citrus Heights…
Retired magician makes reappearance at children’s center in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— When local Meals on Wheels volunteers discovered one of their customers was a magician, they asked the 87-year-old if he would visit children at the Sayonara Center…
Retiring theatre teacher reflects on 30 years at Mesa Verde High School
By Sara Beth Williams– After three decades of teaching at Mesa Verde High School, Theatre Director Deni Scofield will be retiring at the end of the 2022-23 school year, leaving behind a legacy of impact…
Citrus Heights homeless assistance nonprofit receives $10k donation
A local organization is stepping up to help the community in the ongoing wake of the closure of…
Citrus Heights council divided over next step for education committee
By Sara Beth Williams– Next steps for the newly formed Citrus Heights Education Committee are up in the air after a stalled 2-2 vote over the committee’s proposed…
