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Car lot in Citrus Heights appears out of business

Sara Beth Williams–September 3, 2025

By Sara Beth Williams0– A used car dealership in Citrus Heights appears to have gone out of business. The car lot, located on the corner of Auburn Boulevard and Manzanita…

One arrested for battery after disturbance at Citrus Heights fast food restaurant

Sara Beth Williams–September 3, 2025

By Sara Beth Williams– Police arrested a man Tuesday morning after he caused a disturbance inside a local fast food restaurant, disrupting business and leaving at least one person injured.…

September Events: What’s happening in Citrus Heights?

Sara Beth Williams–September 3, 2025

Several organizations are celebrating milestones and honoring lives this September with a 15th anniversary party, a 9/11 memorial service, and an inaugural concert in the park event.

Long time Citrus Heights Chamber office administrator honored by city, regional leaders

Sara Beth Williams–September 2, 2025

Renee Larscheid was recently honored by the City of Citrus Heights for 38 years of service to the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce as Membership Services and Office Administrator…

Citrus Heights Police make three proactive drug busts

Sara Beth Williams–September 2, 2025

The Citrus Heights Police Department reported three separate drug-related arrests on Sunday night, resulting in the seizure of narcotics, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm.

Citrus Heights Council approves 25K grant for Chamber of Commerce

Sara Beth Williams–September 2, 2025

The Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce for a second year has received a $25,000 grant from the city’s Economic Development Support Fund, after the Citrus Heights City Council approved the…

City seeks appraisal of Namdar-owned portion of Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

The City of Citrus Heights recently announced the launch of a pre-condemnation appraisal of a portion of Sunrise Mall property owned by Namdar Realty Group…

Jewelry, accessory store closes at Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

A jewelry and accessory store at Sunrise Mall, known for providing ear piercings, has closed amid the company’s announcement of bankruptcy.

Citrus Heights Council approves low-cost spay, neuter clinic

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

During a meeting that lasted more than four hours, the Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday approved a pilot phase lease agreement with FieldHaven Feline Center…

Obituary: Coleen Ardell Hayes (1955-2025)

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

Submitted by Heidi & family– Coleen Ardell Hayes, 69, of Citrus Heights, passed away on August 18, 2025. Born on November 20, 1955, Coleen was known for her feisty spirit,…

Annual Citrus Heights 9/11 memorial service to return to Sylvan Cemetery

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

A 9/11 memorial ceremony will be held at Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024…

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Aug. 21-27

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

Latest police logs for Citrus Heights show an increase in animal control calls while showing a decrease in theft and homeless-related calls.

Bargain Supermarket opens in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–August 30, 2025

A new convenience store is now open at the corner of Greenback Lane and Sunrise Boulevard in Citrus Heights.

Demolition on Citrus Heights restaurant begins after years of vacancy

Sara Beth Williams–August 28, 2025

Demolition began on Thursday at a vacant restaurant space on Sunrise Boulevard that had once operated in Citrus Heights for several decades…

‘Battle of the Bands’ fundraiser returns to Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–August 28, 2025

The annual Battle of the Bands and BBQ, hosted by American Legion Post 637, is set to return for its eighth year.

New left turn lane on Sunrise Blvd nearing completion

Sara Beth Williams–August 28, 2025

A new left turn lane being constructed on Sunrise Boulevard between Sayonara Drive and Arcadia Drive has caused traffic delays for drivers passing by along one of the city’s busiest…

Royal Stage Theater is turning 15

Sara Beth Williams–August 28, 2025

Citrus Heights’ only local community theater group is marking its 15th anniversary with a weekend full of celebratory activities planned for Sept. 5 and 6.

Major gas leak forces evacuations, closure of Citrus Heights Intersection

Sara Beth Williams–August 28, 2025

One female was arrested on charges of hit and run on Wednesday evening after she struck a gas pipeline behind a business with her vehicle and fled the scene…

Historic Lincoln Highway sign unveiled at local Citrus Heights high school

Sara Beth Williams–August 26, 2025

A host of city leaders, school personnel, alumni, and community members gathered together to celebrate the unveiling of an Historic Lincoln Highway Memorial Placard…

Civic Minute: What’s going on at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sara Beth Williams–August 26, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday is slated to discuss approving a feline spay and neuter clinic, a $25,000 grant to the Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce, and a…

Vehicle into power pole causes widespread outages in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–August 25, 2025

A solo-vehicle crash early Sunday morning just before 5 a.m. knocked out power to residents in Citrus Heights according to Sgt. Ryan Smith of the Citrus Heights Police Department.

Driver killed in collision on Madison Avenue in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–August 25, 2025

A fatal crash on Madison Avenue Sunday night left one driver dead and shut down a stretch of roadway as authorities investigated.

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Aug. 14-20

Citrus Heights Sentinel–August 23, 2025

Latest police logs for Citrus Heights show an increase in vehicle violations while showing a decrease in code enforcement calls and disturbances…

Council to vote on bringing low-cost feline spay neuter clinic to Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–August 23, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday is expected to discuss the approval of a lease agreement between the city and Field Haven Feline Center, which will be setting up…

City of Citrus Heights eyes potential annexation at key intersection

Sara Beth Williams–August 23, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council voted to move forward with an annexation work plan on Aug. 13, which is the first step toward exploring the potential annexation of a small…