The Veterans Memorial Hall on North First Street is one of three locations where individuals can vote in person in Dixon on Nov. 3. Photo by Kevin Dietrich

Polling Places, Ballot Return Sites Detailed

Dixon will have three polling places open for individuals seeking to vote in person on Nov. 3.

Individuals can cast ballots at Veterans Memorial Hall, at 1305 N. First St., Dixon Senior Center, 201 S. Fifth St., and Maine Prairie High School, 200 N. Lincoln St., depending on which polling place they’re zoned for. Polling places are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on election day.

Ballots can be dropped off at the above locations and also at Dixon City Hall, 600 E. A St., the Dixon Library, 230 N. First St., and the Pat Granucci Aquatics Center, 450 E. Mayes St. Ballots can also be returned by mail.

Individuals can check their voter registration status online at https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov.

James Moves to Empower Arts-Dixon

Former Dixon Community Theater Board member Kelly Pidgeon James has moved to Empower Arts-Dixon, a new community-focused arts organization dedicated to increasing arts accessibility in the area.

“We are working hard to expand arts opportunities throughout Dixon by bringing more creative and performing arts programs, classes, workshops and community events to people of all ages and abilities,” James said on social media. “One of our biggest goals is to expand arts access, education and opportunities for the children in our community.”

James, who had served on the Dixon Community Theater Board of Directors since the organization’s incorporation in 2024, ended her time at the theater with the production of The Addams Family Musical, which finished its run on Oct. 18. 

For more information about Empower Arts-Dixon, call 707-350-8338 or email [email protected].

Dixon Dropped by Woodland, 35-24

The Dixon High football team fell to 1-7 on the season with a 35-24 loss to Woodland on Oct. 23 in their final game of the season at Finney Field.

Woodland, 5-4, got a strong performance from senior Alex Van Dam, who rushed for 109 yards and three touchdowns.

The Rams, 0-4 in league play, are back in action on Oct. 30, when they travel to Orangevale to play Casa Roble, which is 2-6 on the season.

Trunk or Treat on Oct. 30

Trunk or Treat will take place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 30. 

Children wearing costumes are invited to visit businesses in downtown Dixon, which will be handing out treats.

Afterward, they’re invited to the Dixon Chamber of Commerce, 220 N. Jefferson St.

Day of the Dead at Dixon Cemetery

The Silveyville Cemetery District and Friends of the Dixon Cemetery will celebrate Dia de los Muertos from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 1.

The free event at 800 S. First St. in Dixon will feature food, music, dancers and vendors.

Davis Expands Paid Parking in Downtown

The city of Davis will charge for parking in three downtown parking lots, beginning Nov. 2.

The move is described as part of an effort to increase parking availability, encourage turnover and make it easier for customers to visit downtown businesses. A one-week educational period begins Oct. 26, with vehicles parked in the paid lots receiving reminders that the program begins Nov. 2.

Paid parking will begin in the F Street lot between Third and Fourth Streets, the G Street lot between Second and Third Streets and the Amtrak Station lot. Paid parking hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The existing paid parking lot at E Street Plaza will also be included in this parking program.

Disaster Workshop Set for Nov. 4

A disaster preparedness workshop will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Nov. 4, at the Dixon Senior Center, 201 S. Fifth St., in Dixon.

Free emergency kits will be available to the first 50 attendees. Refreshments will be available.

Register at https://uwba.org/get-involved/events/dixon-verizon-disaster-preparedness-workshop.

Travis CU Donates to Habitat for Humanity

Travis Credit Union recently made a $5,000 donation to Solano-Napa Habitat for Humanity.

For more than a decade, Travis Credit Union and Solano-Napa Habitat for Humanity have worked to help local families achieve long-term financial stability through homeownership. 

The credit union has been supporting Habitat homeowners through financial education, coaching, and resources that help build a strong financial foundation since 2015.

Davis Seeking Input on Transportation Plan

The city of Davis is developing an active transportation plan and invites residents and visitors to share their experiences and priorities for moving about Davis.

Community members are encouraged to complete an online survey at www.cityofdavis.org/DavisATP to help identify areas where improvements are needed and ways for people to safely share paths. The survey closes Dec. 15.

The transportation plan is a 10-year plan focused on walking, bicycling, rolling, using mobility devices and accessing transit stops and stations. The plan will recommend policies and design guidance, as well as identify and prioritize physical improvement projects in Davis and the surrounding planning area.