Man Chases Teen Girls + Grass Valley Fires + Poll Workers Needed

Happy Thursday, neighbors!

Let's get you all caught up to start your Thursday off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

The days will be getting hotter, beginning with an expected high of 95 degrees today. It will cool down to around 65 tonight. Winds should be in the 5-8 mph range and humidity will be about 32% during the day.

Here are the top stories today in Roseville:

1. The Westpark neighborhood in Roseville is on alert as Roseville Police investigate a report of an adult male trying to lure three teenaged girls into his vehicle on Monday night. According to a social media post for the neighborhood, the alleged suspect is described as in his late 20s to early 30s, possibly driving an older Toyota extra-cab truck with faded red paint. The post went to say that he approached the 14-year-old girls in Westpark, offered them $40 each to get into the truck with him and said he wanted to “cover them in cash.” He then chased the teens, who ran to a neighbor’s house to call 911. The Roseville Police Investigations Unit urges anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (916) 746-1059. (ABC10.com KXTV and Subscription: The Sacramento Bee)
2. Several spot fires broke out in the east area of Grass Valley yesterday afternoon, prompting immediate evacuation of one zone and a "shelter in place" order in another. Newscasters urged people to stay out of the area and off the roads that Grass Valley residents need leave the danger zone. This was an ongoing incident at press time yesterday. (KCRA 3)
3. Placer County is facing a shortage of volunteers to serve in precincts throughout the county for the Sept. 14 California gubernatorial recall election. Especially needed are poll workers who are bilingual in Spanish, Tagalog, Punjabi or Korean. No experience necessary - there are upcoming training classes for election poll workers in Rocklin, Auburn and North Lake Tahoe. Poll workers can make from $100 to $160 (with a stipend of $25 for attending training). For more information on requirements or to apply, visit the Placer County elections website at placercountyelections.gov or call the Elections Office at 530-886-5650. (Gold Country Media)
4. Although Placer County vaccination rates are above 50 percent, cases of the delta variant of COVID-19 continue to surge here, resulting in record numbers of COVID-related hospitalizations. Placer County hospitals are struggling to treat the influx of patients, who are estimated to occupy nearly a third of licensed beds in the facilities. Besides hospitalizations, cases of COVID-19 are rising among staff and students in local schools, a population that was fairly insulated from earlier variants. (Roseville Today)
5. The Placer Community Foundation (PCF) is serious about getting Placer County residents vaccinated against COVID-19. In a new community outreach effort, Sleeves Up, Placer!, PCF is putting their money where your arm is, giving away $50 Visa cards to anyone visiting one their mobile sites for a shot. Supply is limited, so don't wait. Find a mobile clinic near you on their website. (Placer Community Foundation)

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Today in Roseville

• Motorcycle enthusiasts can get revved up about all things bike related tonight in the parking lot at A & S Motorcycles. Hellcat Riding hosts this monthly meet-up with food, snow cones and a raffle to add to the fun. 5:00pm-8:00pm
• Get the inside information on a proposed Roseville Electric Utility rate hike coming our way with a virtual Public Outreach Workshop tonight. The presentation have time to answer utility users' questions. Register on Eventbrite to get the viewing link. 5:30pm-6:30pm
• As our readers should know by now, Thursday is food truck day in Roseville. You can get some Mac Daddy Island Grill goodness for lunch at 3010 Lava Ridge Court 11:00am-1:00pm, or choose tonight's dinner from Chando's Tacos, Hefty Gyros or Frozen in Time at Mahany Park 5:00pm-8:00p. Pro Tip: Order ahead from the food trucks' websites and cut the wait time!
• Come out and play at the Improv Playground, a 2-hour group improv session full of laughs and learning. Try out games that will improve your confidence, listening skills and comedy act. Beginners are welcome. Get your $15 ticket on Eventbrite. 7:00pm-9:00pm
• Dinger wants to grab a beer with you, and you can't say "no" to a six foot, five River Cat carrying a baseball bat! Tickets are on sale now for the 14th Annual Brewfest at the Ballpark. This night mixes two great American institutions, beer and baseball, with unlimited craft beer tastings, food options, live music from SugarBeast and a River Cats souvenir drink cup – all on the field at Sutter Health Park. Tickets are $12-$69 online. Proceeds from your ticket will go to the River Cats Foundation, serving children and families in need in our Greater Sacramento area. 6:30pm-10:00pm

Roseville Patch Notebook

• Roseville Public Library: "Literary themed cocktails, appetizers and more all supporting the Roseville Public Library's Summer Reading Program! Enjoy games, music, raffles and a silent auction at this 18+ only event. Tickets available here: https://www.flipcause.c..." (Facebook)
• City of Roseville, California Government: "In the spirit of regional collaboration, the City of Roseville and the Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) agreed to modify an existing water supply contract and credit Roseville 5,000 acre-feet of surface water in 2022. The revised agreem ..." (Facebook)
• Placer County Government: "Last night, Placer County was one of the four California counties included in a wildfire disaster declaration approved by the president. This action brings much …") (Facebook)
• Bishop's Pumpkin Farm: "The countdown is on, 19 days until opening day! Who’s excited? This year we open on Saturday, September 11th, 2021 ..." (Instagram)
• Sacramento Kings: "In honor of #NBADunkWeek, take a look back at some of the most epic dunks (and reactions) from last season." (Twitter)

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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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