We're #1 + Toll Roads Planned + Rodeo Comes to Town

Get on up, Roseville! Here's everything you need to know to get this Friday started off right.

In today's edition of the Roseville Daily, you will read about

First, today's weather: It's gong to be another hot, clear day with an expected high of 97 degrees and a low tonight of 61. The humidity should stay around the 43% range during the day and winds will be about 5-15 mph.

Here are the top stories today in Roseville:

1. Placer County residents recently got some news we can all feel good about – literally. Our fair county ranked number one in California on U.S. News & World Reports Healthiest Communities 2021 list. We are also listed 35 out of 3,000 counties in the nation. The magazine teamed up with researchers from the University of Missouri, the Aetna Foundation and other health experts to measure data on education, housing, nutrition, environment, equity and other health factors. (SacBee)
2. Local entrepreneurs will soon have a new resource to bring their business aspirations to life. Roseville native son and founder of HaneyBiz, Mark Haney, is launching The Sacramento Growth Factory, a funded accelerator that will support early-stage entrepreneurs with access to mentors (local and international), office space, support services, partners and potential money. (StartUpSac)
3. In the weeks leading up to the 4th of July holiday, Cal Fire has seized nearly 80,000 pounds of illegal fireworks headed to California over the border from Nevada, officials announced on Thursday. They have also issued 215 citations and made three arrests as part of a concerted effort this year to stem the flow of illegal fireworks into the state. Anyone found possessing or using illegal fireworks can be fined $50,000 or spend up to one year in jail. (SacBee)
4. Getting to the Bay Area and all those lovely NorCal beaches could get a lot easier as Caltrans and civic leaders hatch a plan to add toll lanes on I-80 from the Yolo/Solano County line to Sacramento. Targeting the paralyzing traffic along the route and the hazardous environmental effects of idling cars, the toll roads allow travelers and commuters to pay for the privilege of using the extra lanes. So far, the region has been awarded an $85.9 million grant from the US Dept. of Transportation to kickstart the project. (CBSSac)
5. Congratulations to Sacramento Kings point guard Tyrese Haliburton for making the 2021 USA Men’s Select Team. He will travel to Las Vegas next week to train with the rest of the squad as it prepares for the Olympic Summer Games in Tokyo. 21-year-old Haliburton has had an amazing first year with the Kings, making the NBA All-Rookie First Team and being selected as a finalist for Rookie of the Year. He ended this season injured with a hyperextended knee that he does not believe will hinder him playing in the Olympics. (SacBee)

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Things to do Today:

• First Friday Family Fun: “We Love the USA” is the theme at The Fountains with Live music, a mini mural competition (partnership with Blue Line Arts), roaming characters and more. 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
• Friday Nights on the Patio: In addition to wine tasting until 4:30pm, Casque Wines Tasting Room has live music and a local food truck from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm.
• Folsom Pro Rodeo: A rootin’ tootin’ good time including traditional rodeo events, mutton busting, rodeo queens, fireworks and more. Stay after for the Saloon Under the Stars with dancing and signature drinks. Tickets required. 6:00 pm-9:45 pm
• Way Out West: This historical production from the Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom has it all: heroes, villains, dance hall girls, cowboys! Tickets are $10-$20. 7:00 pm
• Karaoke Dance Party: KJ Phynyx and DJ Qwik are playing the tunes for you to sing along at Harry Sports Bar & Grill in Folsom. 7:00 pm-11:00 pm
• Midtown Stomp 7:00 pm-midnight Come get the lead out and dance to a live DJ. Forgot how to Lindy Hop over the pandemic? An intro class and a crash course (7:00pm-8:00pm) will get you back in the swing. Free for members; $12-15 for non-members at the door at 2534 Industrial Blvd., suite 150, Sacramento.

Roseville Patch Notebook

• Roseville 4th of July Planning: "Headed to the downtown area this 4th of July? Don't forget to plan ahead for parking and street closures. Here are some helpful maps." (Twitter)
• Safe Disposal of Fireworks: “Take a few simple steps so that you can dispose of your fireworks properly…” (Facebook)
• Big Truck Mania Not Just for Kids: “We caught one of our furry friends admiring our garbage trucks this week.” (Facebook)
• Roseville Parks & Recreation: "Calling all SUPERSTARS! There’s still a few spots available with our Big Stars (ages 8 to 16) and Little Stars ..." (Instagram)

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Events:

• 3rd Of July Fest & Fireworks 2021: Hard Rock, Lake Tahoe NV (July 3)

You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with the holiday weekend edition of the Roseville Daily!

— 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. If you recognize me, it may be from St. Clare Church, where I worked the past 10 years. Or maybe from the myriad activities my husband and I have been part of while raising our three boys here. I have watched Roseville grow 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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