
Citrus Heights animal hospital expanding doors to adapt during pandemic
By Mike Hazlip— The Citrus Heights Planning Commission has approved plans for the Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital to add more than 600 square feet to its existing building to accommodate an increase in curbside and drop-off service popularized…

Long-awaited Crumbl Cookies is hiring for Citrus Heights location
By Mike Hazlip– Crumbl Cookies at 6920 Auburn Blvd. is currently looking to hire about 30 more employees before the new Citrus Heights location can open, the franchise’s owner said Monday.

Letters: Banning new drive-thru’s in Citrus Heights?
Latest letters from Citrus Heights Sentinel readers comment on Vice Mayor Tim Schaefer’s recent proposal of a 5-year moratorium on new drive-thru restaurants in the city. The proposal will be brought up on a future agenda for more…

Citrus Heights vice mayor proposes moratorium on new drive-thru’s
Citrus Heights Vice Mayor Tim Schaefer on Thursday sought the support of his fellow council members in considering a five-year moratorium on new drive-thru restaurants, saying the city has gone “a little over the top” on such businesses.

Citrus Heights winemaker wins award as business grows
By Mike Hazlip— Cory Darnell spent a decade making wine in Europe, now he calls Citrus Heights home where he produces an award winning vintage.

What’s going on with that eyesore gas station on Auburn Blvd?
By Mike Hazlip— Plans to renovate a long-shuttered gas station at 8244 Auburn Blvd. are currently pending approval from several county departments, a representative for the property said this week.

Developer looks to build 10 homes on large lot near Madera Park
By Mike Hazlip— A developer looking to build ten homes on an undeveloped two-acre parcel near Madera Park spoke with residents at a community meeting Tuesday.

Real Estate: What can $450k buy you in Citrus Heights?
By Mike Hazlip— The hot housing market is continuing into 2022 and the average home price in Citrus Heights now edging north of $450,000.

Citrus Heights thrift shop announces permanent closure
By Mike Hazlip— After three years in business and toughing it out through pandemic shutdowns, construction projects, and flooding, Kelsee’s Purse is closing its doors for good. The store’s final day is Saturday, January 15.

Recent rains delay reopening of Citrus Heights Wendy’s
Sentinel staff report– The Wendy’s restaurant at 6435 Antelope Rd. was hardly recognizable last week, with just a shell of the structure standing at the site as crews continue a major modernization of the building.