🌱 Woman Found Safe + Housing Program Lauded + Tragedy on Hwy 65

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First, today's weather:

More sunny skies and crazy-warm temperatures today, neighbors! The expected high is a cheery 73 degrees with an overnight low of 44. Winds will be light at about 3-5 mph and humidity should be around 51% during the day.

Pro-tip: The warm weather has brought out the 'skeeters early. Mosquito repellent is your friend this week, folks.

Here are the top five stories today in Roseville:

1. The missing Roseville woman, Karen Lawson, who you read about in Wednesday’s Daily, has been found and is safe. Our Roseville Police thank the community for their useful information in this matter. Well done, Roseville! (Facebook)

2. Cal Fire, coworkers, friends and family will bid goodbye to Cal Fire Captain Matt Brabo Friday with a funeral procession leaving the Chapel of the Valley on Vernon Street at approximately 10:30 am and ending at Bayside Church on Sierra College Boulevard at approximately 11:00 am. The route will travel along Atlantic Street to Interstate 80 and exit the freeway at Sierra College Boulevard South. Freeway overpasses along the route will have fire personnel and vehicles present to pay tribute to Captain Brabo. Services at Bayside Church are expected to end at 1:00pm. Be aware that the procession and people leaving the service later may cause traffic delays in those areas. (Cal Fire NEU Facebook and Roseville Today)

3. The Roseville Housing Authority was recently recognized for its efforts to house vulnerable persons through its Emergency Housing Voucher program. The program was awarded the 2022 Housing Choice Voucher Small Public Housing Authority Program of the Year distinction by the Western Region by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Roseville Housing Authority was specifically recognized for its collaboration with local entities Continuum of Care and the Homeless Resource Council of the Sierras to quickly house recipients of the 50 Emergency Housing Vouchers issued to our region as part of the American Rescue Plan Act. Click on the links to learn more about what the Authority does to help vulnerable populations obtain housing in our area. (What’s Happening in Roseville and Roseville Today)

4. Sad news was revealed about a collision on Highway 65 in Roseville that took place on Saturday. Two good Samaritans, 19-year-old Diana Filinyuk from Rancho Cordova and 21-year-old Michael Olifir from Antelope pulled over to assist drivers of two cars from an earlier crash on the busy highway. They were both hit accidentally by another vehicle as they walked back to their car on the median and died on the scene. One of the drivers in the first collision was arrested for driving under the influence. (Gold Country Media)

5. Folks headed up to the Sierra this weekend should expect some slowdowns going through the Auburn area on Interstate 80 on Saturday and Sunday. Union Pacific will be working on repairs to the train trestle over the freeway. Lane closures will be necessary in case of falling debris from the demolition portion of the repairs. The work will take place between 6:00 am and 5:00 pm on both days. Check this article for more detailed information on the planned lane closures. (The Auburn Journal)

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Today in Roseville:

• Celebrate the special love you have for your girlfriends at Galentine’s Passport Night in Historic Folsom tonight. No tickets or registration necessary! Just show up and collect stamps from participating vendors to win some great raffle prizes as you sip, nibble and shop your way down Sutter Street. 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
• Learn more about the city’s Commercial Corridors Project and give your feedback at a virtual community workshop tonight. Unable to attend at the posted time? Check back on the linked site in a few days for a recording of the workshop. 5:00 pm-6:30 pm
  
• Enjoy live classic hits and deep cuts by The Double Shots tonight at The Almond Tree Grill & Lounge. There’s always good food and good vibes at the Tree, one of Roseville’s classic, self-described dive bars. 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
• Musicians of all ages and abilities are welcome to jam with the Acoustic Guitar Club at The Strum Shop every second Thursday of the month. Instructor Eric Enberg introduces new music every month that builds skills appropriate for every ability level. There’s no cost – just come and have fun! 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
• Start tomorrow morning with the Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce and find out about the emerging online gaming industry with speaker, and Roseville resident, Juan Juan of Fanalyze. This Ignite Coffee Chat takes place at Studio Coworking, is free to the public and is sponsored by the Union Pacific Railroad. Coffee will be provided by Fourscore Coffee. Tomorrow, 8:00 am-9:30 am

From my notebook:

• Who says we have to drive all the way to Sacramento for murder mystery dinner theater fun? Tickets are on sale now for “Clue Done It” on March 24th at Randy Peters Catering & Event Center on Vernon Street. Get early bird pricing at $75 per person by purchasing your tickets by February 28th. After that, tickets are $100. There are also sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations. This charitable event is sponsored by Evergreen Home Loans and will benefit HomeAid and KidsFirst. (Eventbrite)
  
• The state parks in Auburn and at Folsom Lake are now accepting applications for lifeguard positions. You spend your summers around the water anyway – why not get paid for it? Applicants will need an valid California Drivers License and will need to pass a swim/athletic ability test. Email Megan.Sanchez@parks.ca.gov or Scott.Modeste@parks.ca.gov to apply by March 6th. (Facebook)
• Dust off your Doc Martens and relive those heady days of moshing in the pit to the best punk music at the Punk in Drublic Beer & Music Festival on May 7th at Heart Health Park in Sacramento. And, because it’s actually 2022, there will be craft beer tastings galore from all over the region. Tickets go on sale today! 10:00 am
  
• The Placer Community Foundation wants to help make it easier for your nonprofit to apply for grants. Their three-part series of 90-minute workshops offered March 1st, 15th and 29th is free and features knowledgeable presenters with practical information to share. Register for each session individually online. (Placer Community Foundation website)

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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 and majored in Journalism at CSU Sacramento. My husband and I loved growing up and raising our 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 I love the people who live here. I am excited to bring the highlights to you in The Roseville Daily!