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Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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• Firework Citations Down in 2026 (citrusheightsmessenger.com) — Citrus Heights saw a 54% drop in illegal fireworks calls this Fourth of July, with only two citations and $2,000 in fines issued. Police credit tougher ordinances, higher fines, drones, and community reporting tools like SeeClickFix, while also easing payment plans and emphasizing education over revenue from penalties.
• Citrus Heights seeks applicants for one Planning Commission vacancy (citrusheightssentinel.com) — Citrus Heights is seeking a resident to fill a vacant Planning Commission seat, with the term running through December 2028 and applications accepted until filled. If you're at least 18 and live in Citrus Heights, you can apply online or at City Hall, then be considered by the City Council for appointment.
• 22-year-old mom arrested for negligent discharge of firearm, child abuse (citrusheightssentinel.com) — Citrus Heights police recently arrested a 22-year-old mother after a gunshot was reported between neighboring Tupelo Drive apartments, with a young child present in her home. Officers say the woman reported her gun accidentally discharged while being cleaned, and she now faces firearm and child endangerment-related charges, with a court appearance scheduled later this month in Sacramento County.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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