Citrus Heights Sentinel
GUEST OPINION: Defunding police would make us less safe
Guest opinion by Sue Frost–The killing of George Floyd was horrific — and the officers responsible have been arrested and will stand trial. But now politicians and activists are blaming everyone in a uniform. “Defund the police” has…
Concept designs for Sylvan Corners show room for housing, restaurant plaza
The central and highly visible undeveloped acreage at Sylvan Corners remains a target for development by the City of Citrus Heights, which purchased the 11-acre former middle school property last year.
Neighbor dispute leads to standoff with Citrus Heights police
A standoff in a residential neighborhood near Grand Oaks Elementary School ended peacefully Tuesday afternoon after officers from the Citrus Heights Police Department responded to a dispute between neighbors.
Two teens arrested for rash of arson fires in Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights police on Monday announced the arrest of two juveniles in connection with recent incidents of arson involving American flags being burned.
These 3 tech tools could help local business owners in Citrus Heights
Many small businesses in Citrus Heights and across the country are facing unfortunate challenges during these unprecedented times. In an effort to help businesses stay successful, some tech companies are stepping up to provide solutions to help ease…
Protesters march in Citrus Heights to decry racism, police brutality
From Sunrise Mall to City Hall, around 100 demonstrators of all ages and races marched with “Black Lives Matter” signs along Greenback Lane Friday and Saturday, as cars honked in support.
Citrus Heights police chief speaks out on Floyd death, protests, looting
Police Chief Ron Lawrence, in an update to the Citrus Heights City Council on Thursday, called last month’s killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis “sickening” and tragic.
Citrus Heights Rollerland reopens, as county moves into Stage 3
Sunrise Rollerland, the nearly 50-year-old roller skating rink near Sunrise Mall, will see its first skaters Sunday, June 14, nearly three months since COVID-19 stay-at-home orders took effect.
Restaurant stimulus offering free meals to seniors extended
By Mike Hazlip–The California program helping struggling restaurants and seniors shut-in by COVID-19 restrictions will be in place until July 10, after FEMA officials approved a funding extension last week. The Great Plates Delivered program uses state and…
Thousands in Citrus Heights still haven’t responded to US Census. Does it matter?
The self-response rate for the 2020 US Census is lower than officials hoped for in Citrus Heights, but still well-above the state and national response rate.
