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All Aboard for Railroad Days

Jun 23, 2026 10:52AM ● By Kendall Brown

Families, history enthusiasts and community members gathered at Women’s Improvement Park on June 20 and 21 for Railroad Days, a celebration of Dixon’s railroad heritage hosted by the Downtown Dixon Business Association with support from the Dixon Historical Society and local sponsors.

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All Aboard for Dixon Railroad Days June 20-21

Jun 16, 2026 11:40AM ● By Downtown Dixon Business Association News Release

Downtown Dixon Business Association invites the community to climb aboard for Railroad Days, a family-friendly celebration of Dixon's railroad heritage and pioneering past.

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Air District Celebrates Winners of Annual Clean Air Contest

Jun 16, 2026 11:09AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Twelve students from across Yolo and northeastern Solano counties were recently recognized as winners of the 2026 Clean Air Art Contest by the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District Board of Directors and staff.

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Dixon Police Department Headquarters Close for Renovation and Expansion

Jun 16, 2026 10:59AM ● By Dixon Police Department News Release

Dixon Police Department has temporarily closed its headquarters at 201 W. A St. as of June 15 as the facility undergoes a major renovation and expansion project expected to be completed in summer 2027.

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Council Approves Planning Map for Review of New Housing Developments

Jun 16, 2026 10:55AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the June 2 meeting, the Dixon City Council heard a presentation about the Dixon Grown outreach meetings and considered maps for a revised Notice of Preparation (NOP) and general plan amendments associated with the Harvest at Dixon and Lombardo Ranch projects.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Jun 16, 2026 10:49AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon Toastmasters are hosting a series of meetings open to the public from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday.

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Railroad Days Returns with Family Fun

Jun 16, 2026 10:08AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon residents and visitors will have an opportunity to explore the city’s railroad heritage during Railroad Days, a two-day community event scheduled for June 20-21 at the Dixon Women’s Improvement Club Park, 230 N. First St.

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E-Bike Program Expands Access to Clean Transportation

Jun 15, 2026 02:18PM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

The Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District, along with the Yolo County Sustainability Division, have launched a new incentive program to help residents purchase certified e-bikes.

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Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection

Jun 15, 2026 11:12AM ● By Center for Biological Diversity News Release

The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026.

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The Best Game Plan? Getting Everyone Home Safely

Jun 15, 2026 09:59AM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

AAA, MADD and Waymo remind soccer fans to plan safe rides home during the World Cup tournament

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Women’s Improvement Club Hosts Scholarship and Grants Luncheon

Jun 09, 2026 03:41PM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

May 20, Dixon Women’s Improvement Club (DWIC) celebrated its final event of the 2025-26 season, a luncheon with dispersal of scholarships and community grants.

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Vacaville Museum Guild to Host Bunco Night

Jun 09, 2026 03:22PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, photos by Kathy Keatley Garvey

The Vacaville Museum Guild will host a bunco night, “billed as an evening of fun, food and wine, and a chance to win fabulous prizes,” on Thursday, July 2 at the Vacaville Museum, 213 Buck Ave.

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Teri Brown Receives Soroptimist Ruby Award

Jun 09, 2026 01:48PM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Congratulations to Teri Brown for being this year’s recipient of the Soroptimist Ruby Award.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Jun 09, 2026 11:39AM ● By MPG Staff

It’s All About The Scrapbook is hosting “It’s All About the Art Journal” at 6 p.m. June 12.

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Dixon Community Theater Announces New Season

Jun 09, 2026 10:23AM ● By Kendall Brown

Following the conclusion of its spring production of “Cinderella” May 3, Dixon Community Theater (DCT) is preparing a new season of youth productions, educational classes and holiday programming.

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Dixon Honors Graduating Seniors

Jun 09, 2026 09:52AM ● By Kendall Brown

More than 200 graduates crossed the stage June 6 as Dixon High School celebrated the Class of 2026 during its commencement ceremony.

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Anderson PTO Named Nonprofit of the Year

Jun 02, 2026 11:45AM ● By Kendall Brown

Anderson Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) was recognized as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year during Celebrate Dixon March 14, honoring the organization’s years of service and support for students, teachers and families at Anderson Elementary School.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Jun 02, 2026 11:41AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon Community Theater (DCT) is hosting a theater class for students 7 to 17 years old beginning 6:15 p.m. June 9. Hosted at Dixon High School, 555 College Way, the class, led by DCT President Cheryl Sommers (left), will include four sessions of acting games, movement, voice work, improv and creative storytelling for $35 per student.

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Dixon's Action Team Cancels Grillin-n-Chillin

Jun 02, 2026 11:38AM ● By City of Dixon News Release

The City of Dixon understands how disappointing the cancellation of this year’s Grillin-n-Chillin event is for many in our community.

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Kicking Off Summer in Dixon

Jun 02, 2026 11:13AM ● By Kendall Brown

Residents will have a variety of opportunities to shop, volunteer, learn and celebrate throughout June as local organizations, businesses and community groups host events across Dixon and neighboring communities.

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Changes to CalFresh Work Requirements Effective June 1

May 27, 2026 09:25AM ● By Solano County News Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Employment & Eligibility division, reminds CalFresh recipients that beginning June 1, federal rules will require some individuals to meet new work or volunteer participation requirements as a condition of receiving CalFresh food benefits.

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Council Hears Update on Parkway Boulevard Overcrossing

May 27, 2026 09:19AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Construction to Break Ground by End of Year

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Mark Your Calendars!

May 26, 2026 07:39PM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon Family Services will be selling fireworks from June 28 to July 4.

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Hendershots Named Citizens of the Year

May 26, 2026 07:23PM ● By Kendall Brown

Don and Wendi Hendershot were honored as Dixon’s 2025 Citizens of the Year during the Celebrate Dixon event March 14, recognizing decades of volunteer service, civic involvement and historical preservation efforts in the community.

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Summer Recreation Programs Return in June

May 26, 2026 07:21PM ● By Kendall Brown

Summer recreation programs in Dixon are set to begin in early June as the city prepares to open the Pat Granucci Aquatics Center, 450 E. Mayes St., for another season of swim lessons, recreational swimming and community activities.

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NFIB Details Weakening in the Labor Market

May 26, 2026 07:19PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation’s leading small business advocacy organization, released their April Jobs Report showing a softening in the employment market as the Small Business Employment Index fell 1.2 points to 100.4.

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Seniors Take a Proud Walk

May 26, 2026 07:16PM ● By Kendall Brown

Seniors from across the Dixon Unified School District retraced their educational journeys May 22 during the district’s annual Senior Graduation Walk, visiting campuses where many began their academic careers before heading toward graduation ceremonies in June.

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Drivers Encouraged to Embrace Safe Driving This Summer

May 26, 2026 06:09PM ● By AAA Mountain West Group News Release

Summer driving brings increased risks, but safe choices can save lives

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Thompson Announces Winner, Finalists for Fourth District Congressional Art Competition

May 19, 2026 02:18PM ● By Office of Mike Thompson News Release

Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Victoria Wang from Sonoma County was chosen as the overall winner for California’s Fourth District 2026 Congressional Art Competition.

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Mark Your Calendars!

May 19, 2026 01:59PM ● By MPG Staff

Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, is hosting a Memorial Day Ceremony at 9 a.m. May 23. Flag placement will officially take place after the ceremony. Memorial Day is May 25.

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Mother's Day Flowers Creation with Dixon Busy Bees

May 19, 2026 12:38PM ● By Dixon Senior Center News Release

We would like to thank the community for their support of the Busy Bees at the Dixon Senior Center.

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Dixon Women’s Improvement Club Hosts Community Scholarship and Grants Dinner

May 19, 2026 12:35PM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

Friday, May 1, more than 200 Dixon Women’s Improvement Club (DWIC) members, family and friends attended the club’s annual fundraising dinner at Pedro’s Cocina, 1425 Market Lane.

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Sarah Montano Receives Violet Richardson Award

May 19, 2026 11:12AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Soroptimist International of Dixon recently awarded Sarah Montano, a senior at Dixon High School, with the Violet Richardson Award.

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‘Dixon Grown’ Workshops Bring Residents Together

May 19, 2026 11:10AM ● By City of Dixon News Release

The City of Dixon has successfully wrapped up its series of “Dixon Grown” community workshops, bringing nearly 200 residents together over the past month to learn about the development process and share input on the city’s future.

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Council Approves Amendment to Campus Project Well Requirements

May 12, 2026 04:12PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the May 5 meeting, the Dixon City Council considered an amendment to the development agreement with Dixon Venture, LLC for The Campus Project, a mixed-use development on 260 acres west of Pedrick Road.

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