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Roseville
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Roseville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A semi-trailer carrying strawberries caught fire on I-80 in Roseville on Thursday afternoon before 2:45 p.m. near Eureka Road, prompting lane closures and a rapid response by the California Highway Patrol and Roseville Fire Department (no injuries were reported) as the fire was declared out by 3:30 p.m. while crews remained on scene. KCRA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At Oakmont High School in Roseville, seniors gathered early for Senior Sunrise on Thursday morning to mark the first day of school — dozens received T-shirts and took pictures to celebrate the new year. KCRA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Roseville launched BetterFleet, a new electric vehicle charging platform for its electric buses and other vehicles—funded by a grant from the California Energy Commission that helps meet California’s zero-emission standards. The city will install 71 charger pads in its corporation yard to expand charging capabilities as more EVs are added. KCRA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Placer county is updating the WIC program so families can access fresh produce more easily by using new cards with a QR code — available at farmers markets and supermarkets. The change supports local farmers and provides the monthly nutrition funds for children, pregnant, and postpartum individuals. KCRA
- ➤ Dr. Alex McDonald of Kaiser explained that a two-dose HPV vaccine given at ages 9 to 12 can prevent up to 90% of cancers caused by the virus. Vaccination rates for Californians aged 13 to 15 fell (from 69% in 2021 to 56% in 2023) and he urged families to consult their doctors for guidance. KCRA
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Concerts on the Square
7:30-10 p.m. — Vernon Street Town Square — Free admission — Enjoy live music tribute acts under the stars every third Saturday of the month.
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The Groove Garden Dance For Roses Tour
9 PM – 5 AM — 700 Event Center Dr, Roseville, CA — Ticketed event — Dance the night away at a vibrant festival filled with music, food, and fun.
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Navratri Garba with Achal Mehta
6:45 PM – 11:15 PM — Roebbelen Center — Tickets available — Celebrate Navratri with energetic Garba and Dandiya Raas led by Achal Mehta.
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Heartless Tribute to Heart
1-4 p.m. — Swabbies On The River Restaurant & Bar — Free entry — Experience the electrifying tribute to Heart with captivating performances on the riverbank.
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Longtime & Skynyrd Nation Concert
8:00 PM — Opera House Saloon — Free venue parking — Experience a night of classic rock hits and good vibes.
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