Larry Fritz
The inspiring story behind how this San Juan High School alumnus found his career
By Larry Fritz– Richard Deatherage, class of ’81, was an Air Force brat and a die-hard entrepreneur. His family took root in Citrus Heights in 1976 after his father retired. Richard had several small revenue producing ventures at…
Painting, wine, history to be featured at Rusch House event
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights Historical Society will host an afternoon “Art in the Park” fundraising event at the Rusch Home this Saturday, featuring a painting class by an area artist, wine by the glass, and the…
Hundreds attend History Day at historic Citrus Heights Rusch Home
Stacey Hanks contributed to this story– “A walk through time in Citrus Heights” was how visitors described Saturday’s History Day at the historic Rusch Home and Gardens. Surrounded by giant oaks and manicured gardens, the stately, 1915 Craftsman…
‘History Day’ at Rusch Home to showcase early days of Citrus Heights
Sentinel staff report– Interested in learning more about local history or getting a free tour of the 102-year-old Rusch Home? You may want to mark your calendar for History Day at the Rusch Home, an event hosted by…
Q&A: Was Citrus Heights really the first city to incorporate since 1963?
Sentinel staff report– It’s a local “fact” that’s made the rounds, but it actually isn’t true. It even made it to the #1 spot on the city’s “Top 20 Facts About Citrus Heights” released earlier this year. “At…
What’s going on with that run-down home at Old Auburn and Mariposa Ave?
Neighbors and drivers passing by the intersection of Mariposa Avenue and Old Auburn Road in Citrus Heights know the site all too well. An overgrown yard, a two-story home that’s falling apart, people apparently living out of vans…
Arts, planning commissioners appointed; some vacancies left
Two board positions remain unfilled after Citrus Heights city council members voted to fill 11 of 13 vacancies on several City boards and commissions during last week’s council meeting. Vacancies for the positions were created after 13 terms…
