Roseville Couple Robbed + Fire Weather Watch + Rivercat Retires

Get on up, Roseville!

Let's get you all caught up to start this weekend off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, you need to know about this weekend's weather:

Things are heating up for the weekend with an expect high of 98 degrees for Saturday and Sunday, and lows in the mid 60s range. Monday's high should be 99 degrees with a low of 66 at night. Winds will be about 5-10 mph for all three days and humidity will stay in the 30%-41% range. Be aware that Placer County will be on a Fire Weather Watch for most of Sunday and Monday (see below).

Here are the top stories today in Roseville:

1. On Thursday afternoon, Roseville Police received a call reporting a robbery of an older couple at their home. The couple had been shopping at a store on Galleria Blvd. and had just returned home as another vehicle pulled into the driveway behind them. Two men got out of the car and robbed the couple. The vehicle was described as a white Nissan Pathfinder. The couple was not seriously injured. It is possible the suspects targeted the couple while they were shopping and followed them home. If you have information related to ongoing investigation, please contact the Roseville Police Department Investigations Unit at (916) 746-1059. (City of Roseville Police Department)
2. Responding to sharply increasing rates of Delta variant strain COVID infection, 11 California counties, including Sacramento, have issued strong recommendations for people to wear facemasks in indoor public spaces, regardless of vaccination status. Los Angeles County is expected to escalate its recommendation to a mandate beginning this weekend. (Sacramento Bee)
3. Much of Northern California, including Roseville and most of the rest of Placer County, will be under a Fire Weather Watch from 2:00 pm on Sunday, July 18 through 5:00 pm on Monday, July 19. Persisting drought conditions and forecasted thunderstorms have the potential to spark new fires, as happened in August of 2020. Be sure to check for updates this weekend and make sure you have an emergency plan in place for your household. (National Weather Service)
4. You can help keep history alive by becoming a volunteer for one of our local history museums. The Placer County Museums Division is recruiting volunteers, docents and team members for the Bernhard Museum Complex, DeWitt History Museum, Gold Rush Museum, Placer County Museum in Auburn, Griffith Quarry Museum in Penryn, and the brand-new Fruitvale School Museum in Lincoln. “Being a museums volunteer is a wonderful and fulfilling experience for anyone who loves history and meeting new people,” said Placer County Museums Administrator Ralph Gibson. Click on the link to register for volunteer training. (Roseville Today)
5. Sacramento Rivercats fielder Drew Robinson, 29, will retire from playing professional baseball after three more games this weekend. Robinson inspired many with his comeback story after losing one eye in a suicide attempt in April of 2020. The former Major League Baseball player signed by the San Francisco Giants to play AAA ball for the Rivercats this season. He had a successful spring training and, despite some struggles on the field, hit three homeruns since coming back to the field. Robinson will continue working with the Giants organization as a mental health advocate. "I couldn't be more excited to remain in the game that saved my life," he wrote on Instagram. (ESPN.com)

What to do today around Roseville:

• Concerts on the Square: Life in the Fast Lane will take you back with their cover of Eagles favorites tonight at Vernon Street Town Square. This is a free event. No reservation required. 6:30 pm-9:00 pm
• 3rd Saturdays in Downtown Roseville: Enjoy browse artisan vendor booths, live music, community arts projects and more all long downtown Vernon Street. 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
• Membership Medley Opening Reception: The Blue Line Arts Gallery showcases works from new and established artists. An artist lecture starts at 4:00 pm while the reception, featuring live music and wine, starts at 5:00pm. 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
• Placer GROWN Farmers’ Market: Fresh seasonal produce, artisan foods and beverages and other regional delights await your discovery in the RC Willey parking lot in Rocklin. 8:00 am-12:00 pm
• ReBoot: House music live DJs, food and video game fun at FireUp Esports Lounge. 4:00 pm-11:00 pm
• Warrant w/Aaron Leigh: Quarry Park Amphitheater in Rocklin. Tickets are $15-$75 online. 7:30 pm
• Butler Amusements Summer Carnival: Summertime fair fun with rides, arcade games, food and more at Cal Expo. Tickets are $5 at the event; children under 36” are free. Parking is $10. 11:00 am-midnight
• The Great Out There: Formerly known as Passport Weekend, this El Dorado wine region event offers exclusive access to limited bottlings, reserve wines, creative food pairings, and more at each of the participating wineries. Tickets available online, $20-$125. 11:00 am-5:00 pm
• Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival: Laugh your leotards off with this year’s production of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Performed on the beach at Lake Tahoe. Shows start today and run through August 22. Get tickets online. (July-Aug)

What to do on Sunday:

• Free Outdoor Yoga Class: YogaSix offers this Vinyasa yoga class at Maidu Regional Park for anyone looking for a fun-filled, energetic flow workout. Register on Eventbrite. 9:00 am-10:00 am
• Dreams & Drivers Car Club: Gather with other car enthusiasts every 3rd Sunday of the month with this not-for-profit car club’s “cars and coffee.” All makes and models welcome. This month’s location is Just Better Cars on Riverside Avenue. 9:00 am-11:00 am
• Live Music: Enjoy a Sunday bite to the music of the Albertson Duo at 105 Noshery. 11:30 am-3:30 pm
• Placer GROWN Farmers’ Market: Fresh seasonal produce, artisan foods and beverages and other regional delights await your discovery at Quarry Ponds Town Center in Granite Bay. 8:00 am-12:30 pm
• The Mya & Lotus Variety Show: Enjoy a fun evening of performance art including drag, comedy, music and more at Scarlet’s Saloon in Folsom. Tickets are $10 on Eventbrite. 5:00 pm-7:00 pm
• Butler Amusements Summer Carnival: Summertime fair fun with rides, arcade games, food and more at Cal Expo. Tickets are $5 at the event; children under 36” are free. Parking is $10. 11:00 am-midnight
• The Great Out There: Formerly known as Passport Weekend, this El Dorado wine region event offers exclusive access to limited bottlings, reserve wines, creative food pairings, and more at each of the participating wineries. Tickets available online, $20-$125. 11:00 am-5:00 pm

What to do on Monday:

• Big Trucks Summer (virtual): Join our City of Roseville Big Trucks on a utilities adventure. Discover new games and a chance to win prizes! The segment is expected to go live at 10:00am.
• Butler Amusements Summer Carnival: Summertime fair fun with rides, arcade games, food and more at Cal Expo. Tickets are $5 at the event; children under 36” are free. Parking is $10. 4:00 pm-11:00 pm

Roseville Patch Notebook

• Roseville Utility Exploration Center: "PSSSSST! Big...Trucks...Summer...2021...is almost here!" (Facebook)
• Shine With Purpose: "Time for us to spread some kindness!! Shine With Purpose wants you to help!! Let’s get the projects flowing and have some fun!!" (Facebook)
• Thefivethreeo: "Don't be a Slacker! Get fire smart ... : Fire Safety for Slackers" (Facebook)
• @kcranews: "Will salad bars ever come back? It's not looking good." (Twitter)

That's it for today. I'll be back on Tuesday morning with another Roseville Daily! If you're into these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— 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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