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Hold onto your hats, Citrus Heights homeowners! It’s time to set the record straight. Artificial Grass Depots is helping California to save millions, and possibly “billions” of gallons of drinkable…

Citrus Heights Community Marching Band annual yard sale fundraiser, May, 2019.

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New thrift store open at former 99 Cents Only store in Citrus Heights

A crowd gathers at the west entrance of the mall to watch the grand opening, April 19, 1972. // Sacramento Union - Citrus Heights Historical Society

The rise and fall of Sunrise Mall: The rise of a regional icon

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Vehicle slams into elementary school fence in Citrus Heights, one arrested

Sara Beth Williams–September 23, 2026

A large section of chain link fencing was missing Wednesday morning from a local elementary school after a vehicle hit the school’s fence late Tuesday night.

City Council meeting cancelled for Sept. 23

Sara Beth Williams–September 22, 2026

The city announced Friday the cancelation of the regular Citrus Heights City Council meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 23…

Meet MariJane Lopez-Taff, Citrus Heights City Council candidate in District 2

Citrus Heights Sentinel–September 22, 2026

As part of The Sentinel’s coverage of local elections, each Citrus Heights City Council candidate was asked a series of identical questions…

Guest Column: Planning for tomorrow’s water today

Sara Beth Williams–September 22, 2026

Each summer, California’s water supply makes headlines. This year, El Niño is strengthening and federal forecasters say it could become very strong, raising questions about what the coming winter could…

Citrus Heights Police: Woman escapes being held against her will, suspect arrested

Sara Beth Williams–September 22, 2026

The incident began around 11 a.m. on Monday, when dispatch received a domestic violence call from a family member of the woman, who reported that her boyfriend was physically abusing…

San Juan School Board member resigns. How will seat be filled?

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2026

A San Juan Unified School Board member from Trustee Area 1 resigned in August, leaving another vacancy just before the upcoming elections, the San Juan Unified School District confirmed…

Letter from the Mayor: Service starts next door

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2026

By MariJane Lopez-Taff– Throughout this year, I have used my Mayor’s Messages to highlight the many ways Citrus Heights serves. This month, as we approach National Good Neighbor Day on…

Letters to the Editor: City Council candidates, new mural, road resurfacing

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2026

This week’s Letters to the Editor discuss City Council candidates, road resurfacing, and the new “Welcome to Citrus Heights” mural…

Lawsuit alleging ‘general negligence’ filed against Citrus Heights restaurant

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2026

A woman has filed a lawsuit in Sacramento County Superior Court against a local sit-down restaurant in Citrus Heights, alleging negligence after she says she slipped and fell twice while…

From plumbing to preserving history, Jerry Ray Still remembered for a life of service

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2026

Dozens gathered at Rusch Park on what would have been Jerry Ray Still’s 84th birthday to celebrate and remember a man who was said to have been dubbed “Mr. Citrus…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Sept 10-16

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2026

Latest police logs show an increase in suspicious circumstances while showing a decrease in vehicle violations. Below is a summary of police incident logs from Sept. 10-16….

‘Welcome to Citrus Heights’ sound wall mural painted over the weekend

Sara Beth Williams–September 17, 2026

A long awaited “Welcome to Citrus Heights” mural was painted along a portion of a sound wall on Auburn Boulevard in Citrus Heights over the weekend…

Man shot on Highway 50 was carrying pellet gun, officials say

Sara Beth Williams–September 17, 2026

A fatal shooting on Highway 50 on Sept. 7 involving multiple agencies, including Citrus Heights Police, prompted a road closure that snarled early morning traffic on surface streets in Citrus…

This retro burger stand takes customers on a trip back in time

Sara Beth Williams–September 17, 2026

Along the historic corridor once known as the Lincoln Highway in Citrus Heights, a small burger joint with nostalgic vibes sits among the string of small businesses both old and…

Local Chinese restaurant in Citrus Heights closes

Sara Beth Williams–September 17, 2026

A local Chinese restaurant which has operated in the city for 24 years, closed its doors officially on Tuesday Sept. 15 due to the couple retiring, as well as unresolved…

Arcade Monsters mural behind Sunrise Mall approved by city officials

Sara Beth Williams–September 17, 2026

A black and white mural on the side of the future Arcade Monsters building behind Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights has been approved by the city….

Continued ground mosquito spraying scheduled for a second week in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–September 15, 2026

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District has announced plans to conduct ground spraying in parts of Sacramento County early on Thursday morning, Sept. 17, to target invasive container-breeding mosquitoes…

Placer County transportation planning agency seeks input from Citrus Heights, other regional businesses

Sara Beth Williams–September 15, 2026

Local businesses in Citrus Heights as well as in Sacramento and Placer counties are being encouraged to weigh in on a long-range transportation planning effort examining how people, goods and…

‘Citrus Nights’ outdoor concert event to be held Friday

Sara Beth Williams–September 15, 2026

The second Citrus Nights concert in the park will feature Moonshine Crazy and is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 18 from 6 to 9 pm. at Van Maren Park. Music is…

Meet Susan Powers, candidate for Citrus Heights City Council District 4

Sara Beth Williams–September 15, 2026

As part of The Sentinel’s coverage of local elections, each Citrus Heights City Council candidate was asked a series of identical questions. The questions are designed to give candidates an…

‘Big misunderstanding’ leads to heavy police presence at Citrus Heights business

Sara Beth Williams–September 14, 2026

Citrus Heights Police said the situation involving a reported man with a gun was “a big misunderstanding,” and that there were no weapons recovered from the scene…

Remember when: Birdcage Walk, then and now

Sara Beth Williams–September 12, 2026

With plans for the Sunrise Tomorrow concept calling for a walkable “21 Century Main Street” with mixed use retail, living, office, and entertainment, The Sentinel took a look back at…

A century of service: Citrus Heights WWII vet celebrates 100th birthday

Sara Beth Williams–September 12, 2026

One hundred-year-old Emil Giusti has spent the majority of the last century serving others, including serving in the Army as a corporal during World War II. Over the weekend, Giusti’s…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Sept 3-9

Sara Beth Williams–September 12, 2026

Latest police logs show an increase in disturbances while showing a decrease in code enforcement calls. Below is a summary of police incident logs from Sept. 3-9, 2026…

Construction contract approved for Citrus Heights low cost spay neuter clinic

Sara Beth Williams–September 12, 2026

A property on Old Auburn Road once home to Citrus Heights Preschool for 50 years will soon be transformed into a low cost spay and neuter clinic for cats as…