Garamendi Joins Thompson, Costa in Hosting Roundtable for AG Community

Congressman John Garamendi (CA-08) joined Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04), Rep. Jim Costa (CA-21) recently to host an agriculture roundtable with local farmers, ranchers, processors and ag leaders to discuss the ag community’s needs and how Congress can help deliver for them.  Read More »

Sound the Alarm!

Did you know that working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death in home fires in half? The City of Dixon and the American Red Cross are holding a free smoke alarm and fire prevention education course from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 25 at the Dixon Senior/Multi-Use Center. Read More »

Dixon to Hold Public Service Career Expo

Interesting in working for your local government? The City of Dixon will hold a Public Service & Local Government Career Expo from 1 to 5 p.m. March 10 at the Ulatis Community Center in Vacaville. Read More »

Dixon Library Plans Teen Programs, Women’s History Month Activities

Dixon Public Library, 230 N. First St., has announced a lineup of events for March and the coming months, including programs for teens, adults and families. Read More »

Sophia Ferri is Soroptimist Young Woman of the Month

Selected by the Visual and Performing Arts Department, Department Chair Nick Stidham presented Sophia Ferri as the Young Woman of the Month for February. Read More »

Mark Your Calendars!

Drop-in Indoor Pickleball, Dixon Moose Lodge Bunco, Celebrate Dixon, Breakfast with the Bunny, Lunch Bunch at Dawson’s & more! Read More »

Historical Society to Present Dixon Mayors Program

Dixon Historical Society invites the community to its presentation of the history of the Dixon Mayors. The program will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. March 15 at the Dixon History Museum, 125 West A St. Read More »

Moose Lodge to Hold Bunco Fundraiser

Dixon Moose Lodge #1120 will host a Bunco fundraiser at 1 p.m. March 7 at 180 W. B St., inviting the community to gather for games, food and raffles. Read More »

LOTUS System Installed

Ruhstaller Farm Gets Energy-Efficiency Cooling System Read More »

National Grange Marks Passage of the MCED Act

A Major Milestone in Closing Rural Cancer Health Disparities Read More »

The Friends of California Archives Celebrates Women’s History Month

The Friends of California Archives joins in the March celebration of Women’s History Month, paying tribute to the contributions of California women – from the famous to the forgotten. Read More »

Delta Counties Urge Stewardship Council to Reject DWR Delta Tunnel

Pat Hume, member of the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors, recently issued the following statement on behalf of the Delta Counties of Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano and Yolo regarding the Delta Stewardship Council’s hearing on appeals of the Department of Water Resources’ (DWR) consistency certification for the Delta Conveyance Project (Delta Tunnel) Read More »

New Report Exposes ‘Indefensible Waste’ in Prison Budget

CURB Calls for at least 5 More Closures to Reduce State Deficit Read More »

Governor Newsom Launches Most Ambitious Water Plan in California History

Governor Gavin Newsom announced on Feb. 25 the formal launch of the California Water Plan 2028, marking the start of a multi-year effort to modernize statewide water planning in response to climate-driven extremes and long-term water reliability challenges. Read More »

Northern Bank Acquires Beacon Wealth Strategies

First Northern Advisors, a division of First Northern Bank, has announced the acquisition of Beacon Wealth Strategies, a well-respected independent financial advisory firm owned and operated by Tom Cicchini. Read More »

First Northern Bank Welcomes Travis Hill

First Northern Bank welcomes Travis Hill as Vice President and Client Relationship Manager on the Client Relationship Development Team. Read More »

Free Seminar Inspires Future Women Leaders

Young women will have a unique opportunity to hear directly from women with successful careers in a variety of professions at a free event, Girls on the Rise, taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 14 at the Solano County Events Center, 601 Texas St., Fairfield. Read More »

Dixon High Students Hold Black History Month Unity Walk

Students and staff at Dixon High School gathered at 11:14 a.m. Feb. 13 for a Black History Month Community Unity Walk at the campus, 555 College Way. Read More »

Delta National Heritage Area Passport Program Launches

On Feb. 24, Congressman John Garamendi announced the launch of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area’s Passport Program, a brand-new way to experience the cultural and natural riches of the California Delta. Read More »

Wilson Introduces Bill to Modernize E-Bike Safety Laws

The California Medical Association (CMA) and Assemblymember Lori Wilson today announced the introduction of Assembly Bill 2346 to modernize California’s electric bicycle (e-bike) safety standards in response to a sharp rise in serious injuries among children and teenagers. Read More »

Top Concert Acts Coming to the 2026 California State Fair

Weekly Announcements Begin in March Read More »

CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is thrilled to announce that Meghan Hertel has officially been sworn in as Director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Read More »

Mark Your Calendars!

Drop-in Indoor Pickleball, Dixon High Sports, Dixon Moose Lodge Bunco, Breakfast with the Bunny, Dixon Rotary Crab Feed, Celebrate Dixon and more! Read More »

Council Approves Transportation Plan and Development Outreach Plan

At the Feb. 17 meeting of the Dixon City Council, an update to the Capital Facilities Fees (CFF), also known as development impact fees, which are collected to cover the increased cost of services and infrastructure was considered. Read More »

Local Artists Featured at Art Uncorked

Soroptimist International of Dixon hosted its annual Art Uncorked fundraiser from 4 to 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at the American Legion Hall, 1305 N. First St. Read More »

Dixon Youth Sports Programs Open Spring Seasons

Youth athletes across Dixon are preparing for a full slate of spring sports as local rugby, football, baseball and soccer programs open registration and begin practices in the coming weeks. Read More »

Women’s Improvement Club Celebrates Installation of New Water Fountain

On Jan. 21, a jubilant group of Dixon women joined officials from Dixon Public Works to celebrate the installation of a new water fountain in the Dixon Women’s Improvement Club Park, located at the corner of C and First Streets. Read More »

Vasquez Withdraws From 2026 Re-Election Race

Solano County Fourth District Supervisor John M. Vasquez announced Feb. 13 that he has made the difficult decision to withdraw from the 2026 re-election campaign in order to focus on his health while continuing to fulfill the remainder of his current term in office. Read More »

Vacaville Museum Guild Holds Annual Dinner for 8, Tea for 12

The Vacaville Museum Guild will sponsor its annual Dinner for Eight and Tea for Twelve, with the drawing to be held Friday, April 3. Read More »

Seniors Celebrated with Prom-Style Event

The REM Legacy Foundation will host a Senior Prom for adults ages 65 and older from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 26 at the Dixon Senior Center, 201 S. Fifth St. Read More »

Market Animal Requirements for May Fair

All Entries Due March 6 Read More »

Higby’s Marks More Than 40 Years in Dixon

For more than four decades, Higby’s Country Feed has supplied hay, grain and ranch essentials to customers across Solano and Yolo counties, building its business on customer service and long-standing agricultural ties. Read More »

Raising Awareness, Empowering Deaf Children

Recently, Soroptimist International of Dixon (SI Dixon) had the opportunity to hear from Licia Green, the Development Director of Children’s Choice for Hearing and Talking (CCHAT). Read More »

Long-time Dixon Newspaper Columnist Publishes ‘Overzealous Nana’ Book

If you are a grandmother new or old, Debra Dingman, long-time Dixon newspaper columnist, business owner and 2023 Dixon Citizen of the Year has published her second book through WestBow Press that is written for people in their later years. Read More »

‘Kings of the Canvas’ Brings Championship Boxing to Vacaville

Amateur Boxers in the County Invited to Participate Read More »