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Citrus Heights volunteers prepare for countywide homeless count
By Mike Hazlip— Volunteers in Citrus Heights and throughout Sacramento County are preparing to undertake this year’s “Point-in-Time” count of people experiencing homelessness…

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights City Council will meet this Thursday to address topics including potential approval of a $17,000 grant request from the Chamber of Commerce, adjustments to employee retirement contributions, and…

House fire near Citrus Heights border results in death of dog, cat, birds
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights residents on Friday reported seeing a column of smoke near Dewey Drive and Lincoln Oaks Drive as emergency crews blocked off streets in the area due to a home fire…

Citrus Heights business district celebrating 25th anniversary, amid renewal effort
Sentinel staff report– The Sunrise MarketPlace Business Improvement District is marking its 25th anniversary in Citrus Heights with a year-long celebration, while simultaneously navigating a critical renewal process for the district to continue in operation…

Citrus Heights couple charged in $1M pandemic relief fraud scheme
Sentinel staff report– A Citrus Heights couple has been indicted on mail fraud and identity theft charges relating to false unemployment claims during the pandemic, according to the U.S. Department of Justice…

Another retailer is calling it quits at Sunrise Mall
Clothing and apparel retailer Tilly’s is the latest pending closure at Sunrise Mall, with the location currently displaying “store closing” signs and a final date of…

Sunrise Mall food court loses two eateries
The exodus continues at the declining Sunrise Mall as several more businesses leave the once-thriving regional mall at the center of Citrus Heights’ retail economy…

New ‘Mondays with the Mayor’ to happen weekly at City Hall
Bret Daniels, who was selected by his colleagues last month to serve a one-year term as mayor of Citrus Heights in 2024, announced this month that he will begin hosting weekly office hours at City Hall…

Off-road specialty shop eyeing vacant building in Citrus Town Center
A business specializing in off-road equipment and installation is seeking to become a new tenant in the Citrus Town Center, according to a recent announcement…

Citrus Heights launches online hub for community volunteering opportunities
Sentinel staff report– During the city’s Jan. 11 council meeting, staff unveiled a new online platform designed to foster community involvement in Citrus Heights through volunteering…