local news
Blight management gets mixed ratings in latest Citrus Heights survey
Recent FlashVote survey results released on Nov. 20 show that residents in the city are still concerned about homeless encampments and associated debris, as well as unkempt homes and businesses.
Citrus Heights City Council meeting canceled for Nov. 27
Falling the day before Thanksgiving, the Citrus Heights City Council meeting for Nov. 27 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Dec. 11, 2024, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.
State of the City: Mayor, city manager reflect on 2024, share goals for 2025
Dozens of business owners, residents, city leaders, and regional representatives gathered at City Hall in Citrus Heights for the annual State of the City address…
Have you seen the city’s new map showing cleanup in Citrus Heights?
Sentinel staff report– One of the city’s newest interactive mapping tools for tracking beautification efforts including blight cleanup and other service requests around Citrus Heights is available for the public to view on the city’s website…
Citrus Heights Walgreens store to permanently close
Sentinel staff report– One of the three Walgreens store locations in Citrus Heights will be permanently closing its doors on Feb. 20, 2024…
More Letters: Cannabis tax, firefighters, sound walls
Latest letters from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers include comments defending the firefighter fundraiser at Sunrise/Greenback, and sharing various perspectives on sound walls and a potential cannabis tax…
Who’s running for Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, District 4?
By Phillip Pesola– Candidates vying to take the seat of outgoing Supervisor Sue Frost on the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors faced off at a recent forum, sharing with voters their differing perspectives on homelessness, climate change, public…
Metro Fire helmet camera shows video of Citrus Heights garage fire
Sentinel staff report– A plume of smoke could be seen for miles around Citrus Heights on Monday afternoon, as fire crews responded to a garage fire near Mesa Verde High School that destroyed multiple classic cars…
Guest Column: Prop 1. A tale of more empty promises?
By Supervisor Sue Frost– As we navigate through the heart of election season, with ballots distributed and, I hope, making their way to the Election’s Office, we stand on the cusp of the March 5 Primary Election…
Citrus Heights PD to deploy extra patrols during Super Bowl Weekend
Sentinel staff report– In advance of Super Bowl LVIII, the Citrus Heights Police Department said it has launched a safety initiative to curb impaired driving — urging football fans to avoid driving under the influence. The “Go Safely”…
Outgoing Citrus Heights Chamber director praised for ‘bang-up job’
By Sara Beth Williams– The City Council on Thursday recognized former Citrus Heights Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Diane Ebbitt-Riehle for her service to the community…
Citrus Heights council issues proclamation for Black History Month
By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights City Council issued a proclamation on Thursday recognizing the month of February as Black History Month…
