Citrus Heights Sentinel

Supervisor Frost: ‘Sanctuary’ Citrus Heights?
Guest opinion column by County Supervisor Sue Frost– The California State legislature may soon make California the first “Sanctuary State” in the Nation. I want to take a moment to explain what this means for Sacramento County, and…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: RT, homeless vets, Frost update, Pet-a-Palooza
Updated April 24, 9:08 a.m.– Latest news briefs include thousands of pets and people coming to Rusch Park on Saturday for Pet-a-Palooza 2017, an event held to help homeless veterans at Holy Family Church, marijuana and sanctuary state…

New Citrus Heights art group to host exhibit, live painting demo
A recently formed artist networking group will be showcasing their work at a local art fair on April 29. More than a dozen members of the Creative Collaborations Crew of Citrus Heights will be demonstrating live painting at…

2017 Citrus Heights Police Logs: gun theft, gas siphoning, jewelry heist
Latest Citrus Heights police logs in April include reports of a vehicular assault on Sunrise Boulevard, two grand thefts involving a stolen rifle and $10,000 of jewelry, more transient trouble outside local businesses, and reports of gas being…

Community voices: reflections on the life of Mel Turner
Following the death of Citrus Heights councilman and former mayor Mel Turner on April 20, many who knew him have offered reflections and statements about his life. He is remembered as a listener, a mentor, a friend, and…

Pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by suspected DUI driver
Citrus Heights police said they are investigating a collision that occurred on a residential side street near Madera Park Thursday night, involving a suspected drunk driver and a pedestrian. Police Lt. Jason Russo said the collision occurred on…

City leaders, community mourn passing of Citrus Heights Councilman Mel Turner
Citrus Heights Councilman Mel Turner, known for his warm leadership and deep voice, has died in office after battling pancreatic cancer for more than a year. Following Turner’s passing on the morning of April 20, a ceremony was…

Citrus Heights police seek suspect after high speed chase called off
Police are seeking help from the public to identify a suspect sought in connection with a stolen vehicle and high-speed pursuit that began shortly after 5 a.m. Tuesday. Images of the suspect were released on the Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights marching band hosting huge 2017 spring yard sale
A large yard sale benefiting the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band will be held on April 28-30 this year, with organizers annually promising a large selection of items at bargain prices. The all-volunteer marching band announced its 2017…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: home invasion, night club update, top 20 leaders
Latest local news briefs include a proposal for a Latin-themed night club gaining unanimous approval following a public hearing, a home invasion robbery under investigation, and the latest “Top 20” list unveiled in celebration of Citrus Heights’ 20th…




