Dixon Family Services Provides Holiday Food

Dixon Family Services at 155 N. Second St., is a community-based, nonprofit organization serving Dixon and the wider rural area since 1984. Read More »

Community Celebrates at Tree Lighting

The holiday season was celebrated similar to a city-wide Dixon reunion at last week’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival in downtown Dixon, filling nearly two blocks of fun and festivities for residents. Read More »

December the Season of Giving

On Dec. 10, 1948, the United Nations General Assembly in Paris drafted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, an impactful document that set out, for the first time, fundamental human rights. Read More »

NCAA Championship Football Right Next Door

On Saturday, Dec. 7, the UC Davis Aggies will host the Illinois State Redbirds in a NCAA Division I Championship Second Round game. Read More »

Dixon Library Offers Holiday Events

Dixon Library at 230 N. First St. is hosting several holiday-oriented events to promote community among Dixonites, something the organization has been doing for more than a century. Read More »

News Briefs 12-6-24

Book Club, Holiday Mingle, Christmas Gift Giveaway, Youth Rugby Camps and more Read More »

‘Keep People Housed in Solano’

Solano County and Community Action Partnership (CAP) Solano Joint Powers Authority (JPA) is partnering with United Way California Capital Region to help prevent homelessness in area communities. Read More »

The Season of Giving

The season of giving is upon Dixon, and with that comes the opportunity to spend time with family and reflect on the year’s events. Read More »

Mendocino Coast Home to Lesser-Known Gems

With whatever route you choose to arrive on the bluffs of the Mendocino coast, there is no escaping the first dance to this weekend romance, which is a slow and winding road through shady, lush, towering redwoods. Read More »

Reclamation and DWR Celebrate Delta Restoration Project Launch

The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and Bureau of Reclamation broke ground on a habitat restoration project in the Delta that, when completed, will help endangered species such as Delta smelt and Chinook salmon while supporting the long-term operation of the Central Valley Project and State Water Project. Read More »

Solano College Music Announces Deck the Halls Free Concert Dec. 3

Solano College Music is pleased to announce its winter concert, “Deck the Halls”, directed by Solano Community College Chamber Choir director Michael Reilly and Solano Community College Chamber Orchestra director Dr. Teri Yumae. Read More »

Networking with the Chamber of Commerce

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce hosted a Chamber Connections networking event on Nov. 21 to offer Dixonites the chance to meet and connect with local professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners. Read More »

Spotlight on Kelly Pidgeon James

Dixon’s Holiday Spirit in “The Little Town of Christmas” Read More »

Hall of Fame Honors Alumni

The Dixon Athletic Association hosted the Dixon High School Hall of Fame Nov. 9, commemorating the talented athletes that have graced Dixon High School’s hallowed halls over the decades. The Read More »

'Robin Hood The Musical' Coming Soon!

The members of the Winters Theatre Company will celebrate the holiday season with their production of “Robin Hood the Musical.” Read More »

Ramtown Karate Tournament Success

Ramtown Karate, 1680 N. Lincoln St., saw great success Nov. 2 at the 23rd Annual Ryukyukan International Karate and Kobudo Tournament. Read More »

CHP Swearing-In Ceremony Marks Milestone

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) proudly announces a major achievement in its ongoing recruitment efforts as it officially swears in 121 new officers, bringing the Department past its goal of hiring over 1,000 officers. Read More »

Visit Holiday Open House

Downtown Dixon's annual Holiday Open House is back and merchants are ready to help you do your holiday shopping without ever hitting a freeway. Read More »

NorthBay Health Opens New Urgent Care

NorthBay Health, a leading healthcare system providing advanced and compassionate care to address critical, unmet healthcare needs throughout California’s North Bay, announced the opening of a new urgent care clinic in Dixon. Read More »

California State Parks Partners with Solano County

California State Parks, Solano County and Solano Land Trust on Oct. 9 announced the acceptance of the Golden Bear Pass at two Solano County parks, Lynch Canyon Open Space Park and the new Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park that opened Aug. 23. Benicia State Recreation Area can also be accessed using the pass. Read More »

Veterans Hall Burglarized

There was a mean trick played on the Veterans Hall the day before Halloween, costing them hundreds of dollars in damage and about $800 in cash kept in the safe from two fundraising dinners. Read More »

Bank of Stockton Holds Grand Opening

Bank of Stockton, 2200 N. First St. officially opened on Nov. 4; this new branch in Dixon, the bank’s 21st overall, will complete a 21-branch footprint across 17 cities and within nine counties. Read More »

Dixon High School Rallies for Veterans

The spirit of patriotism lives on at Dixon High School as they celebrated Veterans Day with a rally. Read More »

Dixon News Briefs 11-29-24

Pony Rides and Pictures with Santa, City Meetings Agenda, Small Business Grant Opportunity, Gretchen Higgins Food Drive and more Read More »

Students Making the Grade

Jessica Galles of Dixon earned a Master of Science in Cloud Computing Systems in the summer 2024 term and was named to the President's List at University of Maryland Global Campus. Read More »

Dixon City Council Welcomes New Police Officer

At the Nov. 19 Dixon City Council meeting, Dixon Police Chief Robert Thompson introduced Police Academy graduate Kevin Guaraldi, who swore the oath of office and officially joined the Dixon Police Department. Read More »

Vaults of Dixon Help Students

Fulfilling basic needs at times can be difficult; food, water, clothing, sleep and shelter are the bare necessities for survival. Yet, some lack or are deprived of these needs for one reason or another. Read More »

Boy Scout Troop 152 Supports Community

The Boy Scouts of America have a mission: to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lifetime. Read More »

229 Legal Actions Filed in Wake of Statewide Sting Operations and Sweeps

The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) recently completed a statewide operation of stings and sweeps to uncover unlicensed activity in the construction industry as part of a multi-agency effort organized by the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA). Read More »

From Teaching to Tabletops

Local Moms Start Arcade in Dixon Read More »

Thompson Announces New Staff Serving Solano County

On Nov. 20, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Will Duncan has joined his team to serve as a field representative covering Solano County, including Dixon, Vacaville and Rio Vista. Read More »

Dixon News Briefs 11-22-24

Annual Christmas Car Parade, Cars and Toys 2024, American Legion Meatloaf Dinner and more Read More »

DA’s Office Receives Grant for Specialized DUI Prosecution Team

The Solano County District Attorney’s Office announced Nov. 4 that it has received a $382,534 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support a specialized prosecution team that handles alcohol- and drug-impaired driving cases. Read More »

Dixon News Briefs 11-15-24

Little League Pulled Pork Dinner, Olive Oil Tasting, Pancakes with Santa, Bunco Fundraiser and more Read More »

City Council to Review Homeless Camping Ordinances

At the Nov. 5 Dixon City Council meeting, city Treasurer James Ward presented a quarterly treasurer report, stating, “We’re in good financial shape.” Read More »