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Dixon to Host National Night Out

Sep 24, 2025 10:45AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Police Department will host National Night Out from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 7, joining communities nationwide in a campaign aimed at strengthening police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

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Dixon High Celebrates Homecoming Win

Sep 24, 2025 10:40AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon High School’s Homecoming Week brought together students, staff, families, and the wider community in a spirited celebration of school pride.

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Dixon News Briefs

Sep 24, 2025 10:26AM ● By MPG Staff

Stay Up-to-Date with the Latest Happenings in Dixon

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Teen Center Needs Recreation Coordinator

Sep 24, 2025 10:19AM ● By Dixon Teen Center Press Release

The Dixon Teen Center Board of Directors is recruiting for a recreation coordinator (part-time) to operate and supervise recreational and social activities for the Dixon teen community of seventh- to 12th-graders.

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Teen Rises to National Rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Sep 24, 2025 10:12AM ● By Kendall Brown

At just 13 years old, Abby Landeros has become a standout in the world of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, earning the No. 1 national ranking in her age and belt division by the World League of Jiu-Jitsu.

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September Speaker Event with Chad Bianco

Sep 24, 2025 09:59AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano County Republican Party invited citizens to its September Speaker Event featuring Sheriff Chad Bianco (left), a candidate for California Governor.

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Another Successful Coastal Cleanup Day in Solano County

Sep 24, 2025 09:47AM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

Community members gathered Saturday morning and picked up more than 21,827 pounds of trash and 903 pounds of recyclable beverage containers over the course of three hours as part of Solano County’s Coastal Cleanup Day volunteer event.

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Emily A. Hook Memorial Archives Dedicated

Sep 24, 2025 09:39AM ● By Western Railway Museum News Release

The Bay Area Electric Railway Association dedicated the new $1-million Archives Building in a ceremony at the Western Railway Museum Visitor’s Center on Sept. 20.

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Fall Home and Garden Show Returns to Dixon Fairgrounds

Sep 24, 2025 09:15AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano County Fall Home and Garden Show returned to the Dixon Fairgrounds last weekend, drawing thousands of visitors to explore more than 75 vendors offering products and services ranging from home improvement and solar energy to handcrafted art and gourmet food.

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Another Tuleyome Tale!

Sep 23, 2025 02:09PM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Getting Up Close and Personal with Alkali Milkvetch

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September is National Preparedness Month

Sep 22, 2025 01:35PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

September marks National Preparedness Month, the annual campaign to remind everyone that preparing for emergencies and disasters can keep them, their families and their communities safe.

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Sacramento to ‘Light the Town Pink’ for Breast Cancer Awareness

Sep 22, 2025 01:28PM ● By Albie Aware Breast Cancer Foundation News Release

Sacramento is set to glow pink this September and October as the community comes together to “Light the Town Pink” in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Hastings Joins Republic FC as Partnerships Vice President

Sep 22, 2025 01:22PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

As preparations for Republic Stadium at the Railyards are in full swing, the club announced the addition of Brian Hastings to its executive team on Aug. 28.

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Palmatier Picks Up Second Big Sky Weekly Honor

Sep 22, 2025 01:12PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

For the second time this season and the fifth time in her California State University, Sacramento soccer career, junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier was named the Big Sky Conference Defensive Player of the Week on Sept. 16 after helping the Hornets shut out CSUN on the road last week.

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Butler Nominated for Roberto Clemente Award

Sep 22, 2025 12:30PM ● By Athletics News Release

Major League Baseball announced that Lawrence Butler has been named the Athletics’ nominee for the 2025 Roberto Clemente Award, one of the most prestigious honors in the sport.

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Smagina Named New Women’s Tennis Assistant Coach

Sep 22, 2025 12:21PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Former Kansas and Washburn University standout Sonia Smagina joins the California State University, Sacramento women's tennis program as an assistant coach, head coach Sophie Breault announced Sept. 15.

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Wine Bar Adds Flavor to Downtown Dixon

Sep 17, 2025 12:07PM ● By Kendall Brown

A cozy spot for wine lovers has quietly become a staple in downtown Dixon. Pip Wine Bar, located at 116 N. 1st St., opened its doors March 4, 2020, offering a curated wine experience in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

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Suisun City Seeks Community Input

Sep 17, 2025 11:56AM ● By City of Suisin City News Release

Suisun City is launching a series of Community Conversations to invite resident engagement as the city explores annexation as a way forward for Suisun’s future.

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Dixonites Hold Vigil

Sep 17, 2025 11:48AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Dixonites gathered in Pardi Plaza, located at 132 E. A St., the night of Sept. 14 to honor those who have lost their lives this year.

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Leadership Transition at the Dixon Chamber of Commerce

Sep 17, 2025 11:39AM ● By Dixon Chamber of Commerce News Release

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce bids a heartfelt farewell to our fearless leader, Shauna Manina, who has faithfully served as president and CEO for the past five years.

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Soroptimist Inducts New Members

Sep 17, 2025 11:35AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Soroptimist International of Dixon held its first meeting of the year on Sept. 4 with a special ceremony.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Sep 17, 2025 11:26AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon High School Football, Rotary Club Rummage Sale, Veterans’ Dinner and more! Take a look at what's happening in town.

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Suisun Club Donates $1,000 to County Office of Education

Sep 17, 2025 11:22AM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

Solano County Office of Education (SCOE) is honored to receive a generous $1,000 donation from the Wednesday Club of Suisun in support of Solano County Office of Education’s Foster and Homeless Youth Services programs.

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Solano Kitten Network Combats Feral Cat Overpopulation

Sep 17, 2025 11:08AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano Kitten Network, a nonprofit organization based in Solano County, continues its mission to address the growing population of stray and feral cats through spay and neuter services, adoptions and public outreach.

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Kiwanis Club Open House Focuses on Literacy Initiatives
Kiwanis Club Open House Focuses on Literacy Initiatives

Sep 17, 2025 10:58AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Kiwanis Club of Dixon hosted an open house the night of Monday, Sept. 8 at the Joystick Gaming Lounge, drawing 23 attendees, including seven prospective new members, for a community-focused discussion on local education and youth literacy.

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Home and Garden Show Returns

Sep 17, 2025 10:44AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano County Fall Home & Garden Show returns this weekend to the Dixon Fairgrounds, 655 S. First St., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 20 and Sept. 21, marking its 10th anniversary.

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County’s First ‘Trashure Hunt’ to Clean Up Waterways

Sep 10, 2025 10:20AM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

For 41 years, California Coastal Cleanup Day has been a major volunteer event, bringing thousands of people together to clean up our state’s waterways.

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Women’s Improvement Club Invites Public to Meeting

Sep 10, 2025 10:12AM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

Dixon Women’s Improvement Club invites community members to its upcoming meeting, aimed at fostering local engagement, sharing new ideas and continuing its proud tradition of civic involvement and service.

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Solano County Probation Seeks Representative

Sep 10, 2025 10:06AM ● By Solano County News Release

The Solano Community Corrections Partnership has an opening for a committed and passionate individual to serve as a committee member representing Community Based Organizations (CBO’s).

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Salary Increases for Police Officers and Sergeants Approved

Sep 10, 2025 10:03AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During the Sept. 2 meeting, the Dixon City Council reviewed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Dixon and the Dixon Police Officers’ Association, which represents 26 employees serving as police officers and sergeants.

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Mark Your Calendars, Dixonites

Sep 10, 2025 09:57AM ● By MPG Staff

Comedy Night, Anniversaries, High School Sports and more. See what's happening in your neck of the woods.

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Sep 10, 2025 09:41AM ● By Kendall Brown

History, Culture and Community Impact

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Girls Encouraged to Play Flag Football

Sep 10, 2025 09:30AM ● By Kendall Brown

A small group of young athletes gathered the morning of Sept. 7 at Game Fit Dixon for the Girls Flag Football Elite Team Training Camp, a skills evaluation session aimed at developing competitive all-girls teams in the Yolo and Solano county areas.

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Florist Continues Family Legacy

Sep 10, 2025 09:17AM ● By Kendall Brown

Serving Generations Since 1962

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Sign Up for School Pesticide Notifications

Sep 09, 2025 04:37PM ● By California Safe Schools News Release

California Safe Schools, a nonprofit organization dedicated to children's environmental health and safety, reminds parents, guardians, teachers and school staff at all California K-12 public schools and childcare centers to file the Right to Know Pesticide Use Notification form at the start of the school year.

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