🌱 OD Death Leads To Homicide Charges + Hockey Belongs 2 Everyone

Happy Thursday, Roseville! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 67 Low: 38.

Here are the top three stories today in Roseville:

1. A recent overdose death has prompted a homicide charge against a suspected local drug dealer. After an extensive investigation by Roseville detectives last week, Carson Schewe, age 20, had initially been booked on charges of possession of narcotics for sale and transportation of controlled substances. Yesterday, the Placer County District Attorney’s Office filed an added homicide charge against Schewe after it was discovered that someone overdosed and died from fentanyl-laced drugs he allegedly sold them. (CBS Sacramento)
2. Hockey Belongs 2 Everyone, a new group that has organized at Roseville's Skatetown, is hoping to share their love of hockey with everyone in the community — and they do mean everyone. "Our group is all about having a place to play, no matter who you are, what your age is, what your ethnicity is," said Coe Hawkins, one of the group's founders who plays at regular "50 and older" scrimmages. HB2E's founders say they are focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion for all people who want to play hockey, and they even want to raise money to help "curious athletes" who may feel priced out of the sport. For more details on the organization and how to get involved, email coehawkins@hb2e.org. (KCRA Sacramento)
3. Identity theft is a growing problem, and the Roseville PD wants to help community members protect themselves. In a Roseville Today article, the police department shared a series of tips, including some warning signs of impostor scammers who may pose as a relative or authority figure to get money or personal information. If a suspected scammer comes to your door and violates Roseville Municipal Code 10.36.030 against solitation, you can contact Roseville Police Department or file an online crime report. (Roseville Today)

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Today in Roseville:

• Indoor Storytime At Maidu Library (9:30 AM)
• Conversation Club - Practice ESL At The Downtown Roseville Public Library (11:15 AM)
• Shooter Thursdays At University of Beer (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Earlier this week, members of the Roseville PD's Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Team went off-road to engage with some of our community's homeless population. Officers worked with those they encountered to provide services through our homeless outreach worker. If you know someone experiencing homelessness, encourage them to call 211 to receive help. (Facebook)
• The Junction Elementary PTC has announced the upcoming "Jaguar Jam," a fun schoolwide event that will help raise much-needed funds to "keep Junction Elementary the amazing school it is." Get the details on Facebook. (Facebook)
• Looking for a fun nearby activity for the whole family this weekend? Disney on Ice is returning to the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento beginning today (Feb. 17) through Feb. 21. (Roseville Patch)
• If you and your family have been thinking about bringing home a new furry friend, check out these adorable pets that are up for adoption at Roseville-area animal shelters! (Roseville Patch)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.