Citrus Heights News Briefs: water rates, homeless, arrests, waste
Latest local news briefs include a 3-0 vote by the water district to raise rates, hundreds attending a local fundraiser to help the homeless, arrests following a car chase through Citrus Heights, volunteers helping give the Veterans Community…
Citrus Heights woman awarded for helping children, homeless
Lotte Reed, a long-time Citrus Heights resident and avid quilter, was officially recognized by the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday with a Heroes of Human Service Award for her charitable work in the community. “Lotte has…
Guest Opinion: What if your son or daughter became homeless?
Guest opinion column submitted by David Warren– “Then the Lord said to Cain, ‘Where is Abel your brother?’ And he said, ‘I do not know. Am I my brother’s keeper?” – Genesis 4:9. At a recent city council…
Citrus Heights featured on latest ‘In Your Neighborhood’ TV segment
Sentinel staff report– Highlighting local flavors and sounds, Beer Dogs and the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band were both featured on Fox 40’s latest “In Your Neighborhood” segment on Friday morning. The Citrus Heights Historical Society also was…
Residents protest repeated rate increases by Citrus Heights Water District
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Water District will hold a public hearing on Nov. 8 regarding another proposed water rate and service fee increase. In response, some residents have mailed in protest letters and at least one…
Guest Column: Two historic events to remember this Veterans Day
Guest column by Citrus Heights resident Michael Bullington– One hundred years ago, two events took place that would shape the history of our world in an indelible way. One was a belated blessing; the other was an imminent…
CHPD seeks donations, referrals to help in-need families during holidays
The Citrus Heights Police Department and City of Citrus Heights are again partnering with a variety of community groups and businesses to provide gifts to in-need families this holiday season. The annual community effort is now in its…
Citrus Heights Marching Band announces 5 holiday performances
Sentinel staff report– In preparation for the holiday season, leaders of the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band have announced five upcoming area performances and are inviting community members to participate either by attending the events or joining the…
Citrus Heights HART to host fundraiser to benefit homeless, veterans
Sentinel staff report– On Nov. 4, the Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team (HART) will host an all-you-can-eat spaghetti feed fundraiser to support efforts to help homeless and low-income veterans. The event will be held at Holy Family…
Supervisor Frost: Here’s a hidden reason why homelessness is exploding
Homelessness is on the rise in Sacramento County. The issue is evident just by keeping your eyes peeled while taking a short drive in any direction. Not to mention it being constantly talked about in public meetings, newspapers,…
EVENT: Police offer prescription drug disposal to curb abuse, accidents
A “no-questions-asked” prescription drug take-back day will be held at the Citrus Heights Police Department on Oct. 28 — part of a nationwide effort to reduce drug abuse and avoid safety concerns with flushing old drugs down the…
Citrus Heights News Briefs: camps, parade, job opp, duplex fire
Latest Citrus Heights news briefs include a residential fire on a side street off Fair Oaks Boulevard, CHPD offering a new tool for residents to report illegal camping and graffiti, the Citrus Heights Community Marching Band holding its…
