Fire Scorches Colfax + Electric Increases + Johnson Pool's 100th

Up and at 'em, Roseville!

Let's get you started this Thursday with everything you need to know going on locally today.

First, you need to know about today's weather:

It looks to be a pretty pleasant day for August in the 'Ville. The expected high is 90 degrees with overnight lows projected to be around 61. Winds should be in the 5-15 mph range and humidity will be about 43% during the day.

Here are the top stories today in Roseville:

1. A fast-moving wildfire broke out yesterday afternoon, causing fire crews from surrounding Placer and Nevada County areas to scramble into action and precipitating the evacuation of several neighborhoods north of Applegate and west of Colfax. According to Cal Fire Nevada-Yuba-Placer Unit, the blaze had burned at least 1,000 acres was at 0% containment as of 6:00 pm yesterday (press time). (KCRA3 and Cal Fire Twitter)
2. Roseville Electric Utility (REU) has a proposal on the table to increase electricity rates for residential, commercial and industrial customers. Citing it's own rising costs due to "changing regulatory requirements" and maintaining their workforce, REU plans to implement the changes over two years beginning January 1, 2022. Three public meetings, two in-person and one virtual, are scheduled to inform the public about the increases and to answer questions. Click on the link to see more details or to register for one of the meetings. (Roseville Electric Utility)
3. Save the date: Johnson Pool turns 100 this Saturday, August 7, and everyone is invited to the birthday party! Come celebrate this Roseville treasure from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm with sweet treats, FREE swimming and short program beginning at 1:30 pm. (Roseville Parks, Recreation & Events)
4. If you are stressed out after reading about Roseville's new water regulations yesterday, wondering how the heck you are going to save your landscaping AND cut your water usage by 20%, help is here! Our friends at the California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA) have a list of practical steps you can take to preserve your flora and prepare for future water shortages. (Roseville Today)
5. Striping and guardrail work will close the westbound I-80 connector ramp to northbound SR-65 tonight and tomorrow night from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am. This schedule could change due to weather, availability of equipment or other unexpected events, so be aware of signs and detour routes if you need to travel in this area during the closure. (Caltrans District 3)

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Today in Roseville

• Food Truck Lunch: SactoMoFo food truck, Hefty Gyros, will be at 3010 Lava Ridge Court for your dining convenience. 11:00 am-1:00 pm
• The Dog Days of Summer: Celebrate our four-legged friends at Green Acres Nursery & Supply in Roseville with special dog-friendly plants and products, and a Dog & Owner Selfie Spot. Visit their Facebook and Instagram for special contests and prizes. 7:00 am-7:00 pm
• Special Needs Parent Support Group: (Virtual) Join WarmLine parent and social worker, Jamie Sani-Flores, and other parents online in a warm, safe fellowship with a monthly topic. 4:00 pm-5:30 pm
• Placer SPCA Volunteer Orientation: Learn about specific volunteer roles you can take to help the animals find their forever homes in this online presentation. Youth 13-17 must have a parent partner for volunteering. Tickets are $25-$35 on Eventbrite. 5:30 pm-7:00 pm
• The Playground: Improv for Everyone: Learn skills to improve your improv confidence in a fun supportive environment at Holistic Light House on Vernon Street. Beginners welcome! $15 on Eventbrite. 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
• Painting & Vino: Create a beautiful “Midnight Island” masterpiece in this step-by-step class. All art materials included in the $35 ticket (Eventbrite). Food and wine will be available for purchase at Cool River Pizza in Rocklin. 5:30 pm-8:30 pm
• Open Mic Comedy: Get your laughs every Thursday at Player Sports Bar & Grill in Fair Oaks. Tickets are free on Eventbrite. 8:00 pm
• Vintage Market: This monthly market in Nevada City features vintage home décor, collectibles and locally crafted upcycled items. Enjoy live bluegrass by the Banner Mountain Boys. 9:00 am-5:00 pm
• Placer County Historical Society Meeting: All who are excited about local history are invited to this business/dinner meeting at the Auburn Veterans’ Hall in Auburn featuring Dutch Flat history expert Anne Holmes. 6:00 pm

Roseville Patch Notebook

• Sierra College: "Stop by the mobile COVID vaccine clinic at Sierra College this week (August 4-6) to get a FREE vaccination and a $50 gift card!!" (Facebook)
• Woodcreek Little League: "Last call for Fall Ball ... (more)" (Instagram)
• Roseville City School District: "Sending everyone a very warm welcome back to school for the 2021-2022 school year! We are thrilled to have you on cam..." (Facebook)
• Roseville Public Library: "Get your little one ready for the end of summer by checking out our favorite Back to School picture books! Find th..." (Facebook)

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— Kelly Risse

About me: My name is Kelly Mays Risse, and I have lived in Roseville just about all my life. I graduated from Roseville High School majored in Journalism at CSU Sacramento. My husband and I loved growing up and raising our own three boys here in the 'Ville. I have watched Roseville evolve from a cheerful little railroad town to a large and diverse city. I love where we live, from the hiking trails to the hip new restaurants, and the people who live here. I am excited to bring the highlights to you in the Roseville Daily!

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