🌱Skatetown No. 10 In The Country + 8% Energy Surcharge Moves Forward

Hey, friends! It's Friday in Roseville and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally. Today you'll find news about...

• Candy scammer arrested in Roseville
• Hustle over to Vernon Street for the Santa Hustle 5K and Half Marathon.
• Chanukah Wonderland coming to Palladio this weekend.

But first, today's weather:

Variable cloudiness. High: 54 Low: 48.

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Here are the top stories today in Roseville:

1. The Roseville City Council has approved the first reading for an 8% energy surcharge from Roseville Electric. The second reading is set for December 21. A spokesperson for Roseville Electric said the utility is also looking to bring a proposal to the council for an offset to the surcharge "for those customers enrolled in our electric rate assistance program." If the proposal is ratified, the surcharge will start February 1, 2023. (ABC10.com KXTV)
2. An 18-year-old was arrested after falsely claiming to represent a charitable organization, as he attempted to sell candy to unsuspecting victims. Stephone George was also found to be carrying an unregistered, loaded, concealed firearm, according to Roseville PD. “The 'candy scam' is frequently used to sell items for exorbitant prices under the guise of charity. The money is often directly funneled into a larger criminal enterprise,” Roseville Police wrote in a statement. (KTXL FOX 40 Sacramento)
3. Do The Hustle! The Santa Hustle, that is. The popular 5K and half marathon race returns to Roseville for the fourth year this Sunday. The swag is pretty impressive! Finishers not only get a medal, but a hoodie and a beanie, too! Proceeds benefit Stand Up Placer. (KCRA Sacramento)
4. Hey, did you know that Skatetown Ice Arena is one of the top 10 best ice rinks in the country? It's true! According to Yelp, Skatetown rates as the 10th best in the U.S. and Canada. Surprisingly, sunny California has captured six of the 25 top spots! The Roseville arena is particularly impressive, because it beat out Shark Ice in San Jose, which is the largest ice arena west of the Mississippi. Congrats Skatetown! (Sacramento Bee via MSN)

Today in Roseville:

• "The Staff of Lambert Funeral Home cordially invite you to our Tree of Remembrance Ceremony. There will be live music and refreshments. We encourage families to bring a small picture, poem, or message to personalize an ornament in remembrance of your loved one." (5:30 PM)
• The Fig Tree Lounge presents classic hits from American and British rock 'n' roll. (6:00 PM)
• Yachtley Crew will be at Goldfield Trading Post on Vernon Street. (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• "Storytime at Maidu and Riley Library is canceled December 28-29. Downtown Library will have Storytime on Friday, December 30 at 10:30am only. Registration opens Monday, December 26 at 8:00am." (Roseville Public Library via Facebook)
• "Bring your family and friends and join the 16th annual Chanukah Wonderland! Sunday, December 11th, 1:00-5:00pm at the Palladio at Broadstone" in Folsom.
• Moksa Barrel House is hosting Bishops and Brews Chess Night on December 14. "All experience levels from beginner and up are welcome. We'll have a few boards to share, feel free to bring yours if you have one as well."

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Jeri Karges

About me: Jeri Karges has been living in and loving the Sacramento region for over 30 years. Her passion is finding new and unique ways to enjoy the city and surrounding areas. On weekends, you can find her pestering her friends to sample the restaurant that doesn't have silverware, or try their hand at throwing an axe. Jeri also enjoys writing about retirement planning at https://rockinretirement.subst...