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Sylvan Road lot split request faces local opposition

A proposed lot split on Sylvan Road could negatively impact the Veterans Community Center if the future parcels are developed into duplexes, Veterans Center representatives warn.

Parole delayed for sex offender tied to Citrus Heights crimes

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Citrus Heights home damaged in two overnight fires

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Sunrise Tomorrow, fiscal stability, annexation, listed as City Council top priorities ahead of annual planning meeting

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Over 350 people attended the last skating session at Sunrise Rollerland, prior to the company changing ownership. Sunday, March 15, 2026.

‘Bittersweet’: Final session at Rollerland draws over 350 attendees

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A map included in the city's April 27, 2023 agenda packet shows locations being considered for annexation.

Two City Council members want to revisit annexation discussion

Sara Beth Williams

Two of five Citrus Heights City Council members want to discuss the possibility of annexing portions of unincorporated Sacramento County, while a third councilmember is requesting the examination of possibly…

Sunrise Tomorrow, fiscal stability, annexation, listed as City Council top priorities ahead of annual planning meeting

Gregory Vogelsang, 57, Mug shot // Sacramento County Sheriff's Office

Rally in Sacramento planned to oppose release of sexually violent predator tied to Citrus Heights’ crimes

GUEST OPINION: Road funding debate missing major piece

A project rendering of potential redevelopment plans for the Sunrise Mall property, including the addition of a Sports Center, along with several other buildings surrounding. // City of Citrus Heights

‘We have a lot of work left to do.’ What happens next with Sunrise Mall?

Why this Korean buffet is called ‘Must Be Cow’

Sara Beth Williams

To find out the inspiration behind the unique name of the restaurant, The Sentinel staff sat down with Must Be Cow General Manager Andy Le…

A fire burns inside the vacant food court at Sunrise Mall, January 2026

Here’s what’s happened at Sunrise Mall over the last year

A mural on the wall of DarkHeart Brewing painted by "Mammxth"

2025 in review: Snapshots of Citrus Heights through our photographers’ lenses

The interior of Sunrise Mall // File Photo CH Sentinel

A look back at 2025: Top stories covering Citrus Heights

A new trampoline park is proposed for 8525 Auburn Blvd., in the building that formerly housed Big Lots.

Adventure park preparing to open in the new year

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‘Bittersweet’: Final session at Rollerland draws over 350 attendees

Sara Beth Williams

The roller rink owners advertised the last session in a newsletter to subscribers and on their social media pages, saying online purchasing would guarantee entry. Tickets for the Sunday night…

‘We have a lot of work left to do.’ What happens next with Sunrise Mall?

Q&A: What’s going on with the old gas station on Auburn Boulevard?

Short-lived Amazon Fresh store shutters in Citrus Heights

A 5.28-acre parcel of land outlined in red. // Google Maps / CH Sentinel

5.28-acre vacant lot near Citrus Heights border listed for $2.7M

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Sylvan Road lot split request faces local opposition

A proposal for the subdivision of a lot on 6941 Sylvan Rd. is under review, with the decision being continued to a future Planning Commission meeting. // SB Williams

Two City Council members want to revisit annexation discussion

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Sunrise Tomorrow, fiscal stability, annexation, listed as City Council top priorities ahead of annual planning meeting

‘Historic’ City Council vote advances plans for $120M sports complex at Sunrise Mall

Dozens gathered at a City Council meeting to hear about future plans for Sunrise Mall, March 11, 2026. // SB Williams

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‘Bittersweet’: Final session at Rollerland draws over 350 attendees

Sara Beth Williams–March 19, 2026

The roller rink owners advertised the last session in a newsletter to subscribers and on their social media pages, saying online purchasing would guarantee entry. Tickets for the Sunday night…

City Hall

Sylvan Road lot split request faces local opposition

Sara Beth Williams–March 19, 2026

A proposed lot split on Sylvan Road could negatively impact the Veterans Community Center if the future parcels are developed into duplexes, Veterans Center representatives warn.

Police

Parole delayed for sex offender tied to Citrus Heights crimes

Sara Beth Williams–March 19, 2026

Following a parole review hearing held Wednesday morning, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s Board of Parole Hearings voted to refer the grant of parole for Gregory Vogelsang, to…

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Citrus Heights home damaged in two overnight fires

Sara Beth Williams–March 18, 2026

A home undergoing remodel on Twin Oaks Avenue in Citrus Heights caught fire twice within several hours overnight.

Two City Council members want to revisit annexation discussion

Sara Beth Williams–March 17, 2026

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Sunrise Tomorrow, fiscal stability, annexation, listed as City Council top priorities ahead of annual planning meeting

Sara Beth Williams–March 17, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council have listed Sunrise Tomorrow, annexation reexamination, fiscal prudence, revenue diversification, and beautification as some of their top priorities to discuss during an annual special city…

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Rally in Sacramento planned to oppose release of sexually violent predator tied to Citrus Heights’ crimes

Sara Beth Williams–March 17, 2026

Assemblymember Josh Hoover is urging residents to speak out against the possible release of convicted sex offender Gregory Vogelsang, following a recent decision by the California Board of Parole Hearings…

GUEST OPINION: Road funding debate missing major piece

Sara Beth Williams–March 17, 2026

By Mark Dempsey– Republican Assemblyman Josh Hoover’s latest editorial describes his effort to fund our gas-tax-maintained roads fairly.