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Signage goes up on new grocer in Sunrise Village
A new grocer remodeling one of the former Rite Aid buildings in Citrus Heights has officially hung its company name on the front facade of 5409 Sunrise Blvd…
‘Fill the Boots for Burns’ fundraiser, safety fair returns to Citrus Heights
Firefighters are slated to kick off the 32nd annual “Fill the Boots for Burns” fundraising event and accompanying community safety fair at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane…
A look back at 2025: Top stories covering Citrus Heights
The Sentinel has compiled some of the top stories that captured the most interest from readers in 2025.
Voting now open for 2025 ‘Best Lights’ in Citrus Heights’
Voting is now open for the 2025 Best Lights in Citrus Heights annual holiday contest hosted by the City of Citrus Heights, that celebrates the best decorated homes in the city.
Citrus Heights Council selects new Mayor, Vice Mayor for 2026
The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday unanimously selected a new mayor and vice mayor from among their ranks to serve one-year terms in 2026…
Best Lights in Citrus Heights contest for 2025 now accepting nominations
The city’s 2025 “Best Lights in Citrus Heights” contest is now accepting nominations through Dec. 8.
Road closures in Citrus Heights for the 2025 California International 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.
2025 laser light show, night market coming to Sunrise Mall
The Sunrise MarketPlace business district will kick off its 2025 holiday season events with a laser light show and night market on Dec. 5 in the parking lot outside the former Men’s Macy’s store at Sunrise Mall…
Citrus Heights City Council meeting canceled for Nov. 26
Falling the day before Thanksgiving, the Citrus Heights City Council meeting for Nov. 26 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall…
Free Veterans Day concert, retired flag ceremony, planned in Citrus Heights
The Veterans Community Center plans to host a free Veterans Day concert and flag retiring ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 11…
‘Ghost Tours’ event returns to Mesa Verde High School
The Mesa Verde Theater department is hosting its fourth annual ‘Ghost Tours’ this Halloween season. Ghost Tours are scheduled for Oct. 24, 25, and 26 with an alumni preview night on Oct. 22.
San Juan High School Alum to host all-class reunion at Rusch Park
The San Juan Alumni Association is hosting an all-class picnic at Rusch Park this October. The event is open to all San Juan High School alumni, students, and past and present faculty…
