Guest Column: Scrooge, diversity, poverty, and bounty in Citrus Heights
Guest opinion column submitted by David Warren– My past columns intended to stimulate discussion on municipal government issues, even if disagreeable or uncomfortable. And I am grateful that in Citrus Heights we are, without fear of reprisal, able…
Citrus Heights Tree Lighting: 21st annual ceremony set for Dec. 7
Sentinel staff report– The 2017 Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in Citrus Heights will take place on Thursday, Dec. 7, outside city hall on Fountain Square Drive. The event will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and will…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: Christmas trees, arrest, autism, black cats
Latest local news briefs include the closure of a popular Christmas tree farm in Citrus Heights, an autism-friendly Santa event selling out at Sunrise Mall, over 100 animals finding new homes thanks to a donation in memory of…
Did you know Citrus Heights is home to over 180 nonprofits?
Sentinel staff report– It’s a little-known secret, but Citrus Heights is home to quite a few nonprofits, including two new organizations focused on helping the homeless, various nonprofits helping children and youth, a large number of religious charities,…
Supervisor Frost: 3 reasons why I support body cameras
Guest opinion column by County Supervisor Sue Frost– It is a difficult time to be a police officer in the United States. While it may or may not be fair, incidents across the country have left many people…
Here’s all 180-plus nonprofits in Citrus Heights
Below is a list of all 180-plus nonprofits that list a Citrus Heights address, as of Nov. 25, 2017. The list was compiled using publicly available data through GuideStar.org, which collects information about nonprofits registered with the Internal…
Guest Column: Thanksgiving, how did it all begin?
Guest column submitted by Michael Bullington– I’m going to guess that most of us in Citrus Heights will be celebrating Thanksgiving this Thursday. But where did this tradition come from?
Local band to ‘ring in the holidays’ with free concert at Rusch Park
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights-based Capitol Pops Concert Band plans to “ring in holidays” and close out its 20th season with a free holiday concert on Dec. 2 in the Rusch Park Gym. The two-hour Saturday event…
Guest Opinion: proposed Citrus Heights housing has flood, fire risk
Guest opinion submitted by Norman Hill– When I saw the latest map of Watt Communities’ proposed 261-home development off Arcadia Drive in Citrus Heights, immediately two major concerns for public safety came to mind. I believe the city…
Letters: homelessness, mental health, solutions
Latest letters and reader comments discuss homelessness in Citrus Heights, along with several ideas for funding and potential solutions.
Turkey Shoot: Citrus Heights neighborhood group hosting 10th annual contest
Sentinel staff report– Have a camera and live in Citrus Heights? If so, a local neighborhood group says you qualify to enter their 10th annual “Turkey Shoot” contest for a chance to win a frozen Thanksgiving turkey to…
Veterans honored at Citrus Heights ceremony
Guest article by Citrus Heights resident Michael Bullington– Veterans, city leaders, and community members gathered for a Veterans Day ceremony and solemn march at Sylvan Cemetery in Citrus Heights on Saturday, expressing appreciation for those who’ve served in…
