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Solano Public Health Celebrates National Breastfeeding Month

Aug 19, 2025 02:59PM ● By Solano County News Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division joins the California Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, United States Breastfeeding Committee and World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action in celebrating National Breastfeeding Month in August.

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Dixon High School Football Varsity and Junior Varsity boys helped distribute wood chips

Dixon High Football Helps Library

Aug 19, 2025 02:47PM ● By Kendall Brown

On Aug. 1, Dixon High School Football Varsity and Junior Varsity boys helped distribute wood chips at the Dixon Library Community Garden, 230 N. First St.

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Dixon Community Theater board members

Set Sail with Kid-Friendly ‘Treasure Island’

Aug 19, 2025 02:43PM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Community Theater is charting a new course this fall with its upcoming production of “Treasure Island,” a youth-focused adaptation of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic.

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Back-to-School Kickoff celebration

Back-to-School Kickoff Celebration Honors Superintendent

Aug 19, 2025 02:31PM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

More than 400 staff members from across Solano County Office of Education (SCOE) gathered Aug. 11 at the Sunrise Event Center in Vacaville to celebrate the beginning of the 2025-26 school year.

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Kiwanis Club of Dixon volunteers hold a club flag

Mark Your Calendars!

Aug 19, 2025 02:07PM ● By MPG Staff

Kiwanis Club Open House, Dixon High School Football, Dixon Chamber Connections Networking and more! Take a look at what's happening in town.

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Solano County Home & Garden Show

Get Inspired for All Your Home and Garden Projects

Aug 19, 2025 02:01PM ● By Solano County Home and Garden Show News Release

The Solano County Home & Garden Show returns to the Dixon Fairgrounds on Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday, Sept. 21, bringing together the best in home improvement, landscaping and garden design.

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More than 20 attendees gathered at Dixon United Methodist Church

Historical Society Hosts Trivia Event

Aug 19, 2025 01:37PM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

The Dixon Historical Society hosted a trivia-style presentation Aug. 17, highlighting the legacy of the Dixon Women’s Improvement Club, the city’s oldest women’s organization established in 1899.

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barbecue catering business

Dixon Native Serves Up Flavor

Aug 19, 2025 01:19PM ● By Kendall Brown

For lifelong Dixon resident Anthony Echarte, what began as a social media passion project has grown into a barbecue catering business known as Pun vs. Food.

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Teachers work together on a soil analysis activity at Rush Ranch Open Space

Teachers Dive into Local Water Systems

Aug 13, 2025 12:44PM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

Just days before heading back to their classrooms, 26 teachers from across Solano County traded desks for wetlands, boats and sunny trails as part of the Solano Water Institute for Teachers.

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Independent Voice

Council Hears Opposition to Proposed Development

Aug 13, 2025 11:56AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Aug. 5 Dixon City Council meeting, Keep Dixon Green President Caitlin O’Halloran Hellar presented a petition with more than 700 signatures, asking the council to pause any consideration of new developments until after a “community listening session.”

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Dixon Family serves comedy night

Dixon Family Services’ Comedy Night

Aug 13, 2025 11:50AM ● By Dixon Family Services News Release

Comedian and Emcee, David Studebaker will return for this year’s Comedy Night Sept. 27 at Olde Vet’s Hall, 231 N. First St. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. with a no-host bar and raffle prizes.

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Dixon Historical Society’s August Events

Aug 13, 2025 11:46AM ● By Dixon Historical Society News Release

Join the Dixon Historical Society at their August event!

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The 14th annual Solano County Constitution Essay Contest, now titled the Constitution Literacy Youth Scholarship program, is underway for 2025

Solano County Constitution Essay Contest Returns

Aug 13, 2025 11:26AM ● By Kendall Brown

Contest Returns with Focus on Separation of Powers

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Dixon Moose Lodge is hosting a BBQ Night

Mark Your Calendars!

Aug 13, 2025 11:20AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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Tad Smith, a retired biologist and a Rotary Club member

Rotary Club Expands Reach

Aug 13, 2025 11:12AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Rotary Offers Night Meetings and Community Events

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high school football game player and cheerleaders

Dixon High School Gears Up

Aug 13, 2025 10:56AM ● By Kendall Brown

Full Fall Sports Lineup Underway

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Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park map

Take Advantage of August Outdoor Adventures

Aug 06, 2025 08:36AM ● By Solano Land Trust News Release

Join the docents and staff of Solano Land Trust to explore the outdoors and experience the beauty of Solano County.

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Live Solano Give Solano

Aug 06, 2025 08:31AM ● By Solano County News Release

Registration officially opens for Live Solano Give Solano on Oct. 1. Any nonprofit organization interested in participating in the Giving Event is required to submit a short registration form.

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Dixon Unified School District Staff greeted attendees

Backpack To Basics

Aug 06, 2025 08:29AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Unified School District’s (DUSD) third annual Backpack to the Future Back to School Festival has come to a close.

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The Northern California band Helios will perform

Mark your Calendars!

Aug 06, 2025 08:26AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening around town!

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The Downtown Dixon Business Association is gearing up for its next major event of the year, the annual Art and Wine Stroll

Art, Wine Stroll Raises Funds for Christmas Events

Aug 06, 2025 08:23AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Downtown Dixon Business Association is gearing up for its next major event of the year, the annual Art and Wine Stroll from 4 to 8 p.m. Aug. 23.

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Where There’s a Wool, There’s a Way

Aug 06, 2025 08:15AM ● By Kendall Brown

Lambtown Festival, California’s largest celebration of sheep, lamb and wool, returns to the Dixon May Fairgrounds on Oct. 4 and Oct. 5.

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The Dixon Dolphins Swim Team concluded its summer season

Dixon Dolphins Make a Splash

Aug 06, 2025 08:08AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Dolphins Swim Team concluded its summer season with a strong showing at the Meet of Champions that was held Aug. 2 and 3 at the Roseville Aquatic Complex.

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Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) hosted its annual Capitol Bridging Ceremony

Girl Scouts Celebrate Capitol Bridging Ceremony

Aug 05, 2025 12:01PM ● By Girl Scouts Heart of Central California News Release

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) hosted its annual Capitol Bridging Ceremony on June 21, bringing together Girl Scouts of all ages for a memorable morning of reflection, celebration and advancement.

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Pat Grannucci Aquatic Center

Mark Your Calendars!

Jul 30, 2025 02:43PM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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The City of Dixon Parks & Recreation Commission convened for its regular meeting at 7 p.m. July 22 in the Council Chambers

Parks & Recreation Commission Elects Chair

Jul 30, 2025 09:11AM ● By Kendall Brown

The City of Dixon Parks & Recreation Commission convened for its regular meeting at 7 p.m. July 22 in the council chambers, covering a broad range of items, primarily leadership elections and infrastructure planning.

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Jan and Rich Hardy enjoyed welcoming friends and family to remember the good times at a recent anniversary celebration

Celebrating a 67th Anniversary

Jul 30, 2025 09:06AM ● By Debra Dingman

Surrounded by many friends and family, Rich and Jan Hardy felt the love as they recently celebrated their 67th anniversary at the Veterans Memorial Hall.

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Richard A. Bedoya has joined its Board of Directors of First Northern Bank

First Northern Community Bancorp Welcomes Richard A. Bedoya

Jul 30, 2025 08:59AM ● By First Northern Community Bancorp News Release

First Northern Community Bancorp (OTCQX: FNRN), the holding company of First Northern Bank, is pleased to announce that Richard A. Bedoya has joined its Board of Directors of both the Bank and holding company, effective July 17.

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On Aug.7, United States citizens observe Purple Heart Day

August Observances Highlight Global Awareness and Recognition

Jul 30, 2025 08:54AM ● By Kendall Brown

August is marked by several significant observances that highlight the contributions, rights and challenges of diverse groups around the world.

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Many local organizations will be in attendance at the annual Backpack to the Future Festival, including Dixon Library staff.

Backpack to the Future

Jul 30, 2025 08:48AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Unified School District will host its annual Backpack to the Future Festival from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 2 at Pardi Plaza, 132 E. A St.

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Sacramento is to host thousands for an international spiritual event at the Golden 1 Center

Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses

Jul 30, 2025 08:33AM ● By Jehovah’s Witnesses News Release

In the weeks leading up to the highly anticipated Special Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses, local Witnesses from across Northern California are warmly inviting their neighbors to attend this unique international event at the Golden 1 Center from Aug. 1 through Aug. 3.

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The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument

A Decade of Conservation Success

Jul 29, 2025 12:18PM ● By Bryan Pride, Policy Director, Tuleyome

The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument (the Monument) celebrated its 10th anniversary, a milestone that showcases what becomes possible when communities unite to protect irreplaceable landscapes on July 10.

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A photo of the South Yuba River

Photo Contest Invites Californians to Capture and Share the Beauty of State Parks

Jul 29, 2025 09:15AM ● By California State Parks Foundation News Release

The California State Parks Foundation is inviting park visitors and photography enthusiasts of all ages and experience levels to capture the natural beauty, recreational activities and unique landscapes of California’s state parks.

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Reservation Enhancements Coming to California State Parks

Jul 29, 2025 09:06AM ● By CDPR News Release

Californians and visitors from all over the world can now access campground availability on Parks.ca.gov and book their perfect campsite in just a few clicks as part of customer-focused reservation upgrades announced July 24 by the California Department of Parks and Recreation.

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Independent Voice

Council Reviews Capital Improvement Projects

Jul 22, 2025 06:39PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During the July 15 Dixon City Council meeting, Councilmember Kevin Johnson pulled an item from the consent calendar regarding a contract with Brown & Caldwell for preparation of Chromium VI Compliance Plan for the city, as required by California state law.

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