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Council Approves Development Agreement for Dixon Wellness

Mar 11, 2026 08:57AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Dixon City Council meeting on March 3, Mayor Steven Bird conducted the swearing-in ceremony for Fire Chief Randy Shafer.

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Women’s Improvement Club Hosts ‘Food as Medicine’ Presentation

Mar 10, 2026 10:56AM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

Dixon Women’s Improvement Club will host a presentation at 1 p.m. March 18, featuring Christine Katzenmeyer, registered dietitian.

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CANB Program Manager Shares Mission to Help Homeless Veterans

Mar 10, 2026 10:53AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Soroptimist International of Dixon had the honor of hosting Keetra Welling, program manager of Change and New Beginnings (CANB), who spoke to the club about the organization.

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Dixon Community Theater Partners with Dixon High for Spring Musical

Mar 10, 2026 10:48AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Community Theater is preparing for a series of spring productions and events following the conclusion of its first show of the year, as the nonprofit organization continues its mission to expand access to performing arts in the community.

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Dixon FFA Hosts Third Annual Car Show, Tri-Tip Fundraiser

Mar 10, 2026 10:44AM ● By Kendall Brown

Students from Dixon FFA hosted the third annual car show and tri-tip fundraiser Feb. 28 at Dixon High School, 555 College Way, drawing dozens of vehicles and community members to campus during an event organized largely by students.

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Dixon Little League Opens Season

Mar 10, 2026 10:39AM ● By Kendall Brown

The 2026 season for Dixon Little League began March 6 and 7 with the first games played March 6 and an opening day ceremony the morning of March 7 that brought players, families and volunteers together at the community’s ballfields.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Mar 10, 2026 10:36AM ● By MPG Staff

Drop-in Indoor Pickleball, Dixon High Sports, Breakfast with the Bunny, Free Smoke Alarm Event and more!

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California Gaming Association
Cardrooms File Lawsuits Over New Regulations

Mar 09, 2026 01:26PM ● By The California Gaming Association News Release

The lawsuits seek to block the regulations from taking effect and asks the court to invalidate the rules as unlawful.

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Statewide Snowpack Remains Below Average Despite February Boost

Mar 09, 2026 11:21AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently conducted the third snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 28 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 11 inches, which is 47 percent of average for this location.

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CalHR Named Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner

Mar 09, 2026 10:59AM ● By California Department of Human Resources News Release

The California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) has been named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) winner for strengths development. The award recognizes organizations that create workplace cultures that help people do their best work.

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California Comment on NFIB’s Latest Jobs Report

Mar 09, 2026 10:55AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

National numbers not reflective of state’s below national average on optimism

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Sound the Alarm!

Mar 04, 2026 08:18AM ● By MPG Staff

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.

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

Mar 04, 2026 08:11AM ● By Kendall Brown

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.

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Sophia Ferri is Soroptimist Young Woman of the Month

Mar 04, 2026 08:08AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

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

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Mark Your Calendars!

Mar 03, 2026 04:57PM ● By MPG Staff

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

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Historical Society to Present Dixon Mayors Program

Mar 03, 2026 04:54PM ● By Dixon Historical Society News Release

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.

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Moose Lodge to Hold Bunco Fundraiser

Mar 03, 2026 04:51PM ● By Kendall Brown

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.

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LOTUS System Installed

Mar 03, 2026 04:48PM ● By Kendall Brown

Ruhstaller Farm Gets Energy-Efficiency Cooling System

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Friends of California Archives
The Friends of California Archives Celebrates Women’s History Month

Mar 03, 2026 12:26PM ● By The Friends of California Archives News Release

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.

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New Report Exposes ‘Indefensible Waste’ in Prison Budget

Mar 02, 2026 01:01PM ● By Californians United for a Responsible Budget (CURB) News Release

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

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A drone view of the Bethany Reservoir
Governor Newsom Launches Most Ambitious Water Plan in California History

Mar 02, 2026 12:56PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

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.

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Free Seminar Inspires Future Women Leaders

Feb 25, 2026 09:15AM ● By Solano County Superior Court News Release

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.

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Dixon High Students Hold Black History Month Unity Walk

Feb 25, 2026 09:10AM ● By Kendall Brown

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.

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Wilson Introduces Bill to Modernize E-Bike Safety Laws

Feb 25, 2026 09:04AM ● By Office of Lori D. Wilson News Release

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.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Feb 24, 2026 03:21PM ● By MPG Staff

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

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Council Approves Transportation Plan and Development Outreach Plan

Feb 24, 2026 03:18PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

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.

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Local Artists Featured at Art Uncorked

Feb 24, 2026 12:15PM ● By Kendall Brown

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.

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CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director
CDFW Announce Meghan Hertel as New Director

Feb 23, 2026 01:00PM ● By California Department of Fish and Wildlife News Release

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.

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Women’s Improvement Club Celebrates Installation of New Water Fountain

Feb 17, 2026 03:41PM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

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.

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

Feb 17, 2026 03:35PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey

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

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Seniors Celebrated with Prom-Style Event

Feb 17, 2026 03:33PM ● By Kendall Brown

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.

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Market Animal Requirements for May Fair

Feb 17, 2026 03:31PM ● By Dixon May Fair News Release

All Entries Due March 6

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Higby’s Marks More Than 40 Years in Dixon

Feb 17, 2026 03:27PM ● By Kendall Brown

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.

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Raising Awareness, Empowering Deaf Children

Feb 17, 2026 03:25PM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

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).

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Celebrate Dixon Headlines Busy Month

Feb 17, 2026 03:14PM ● By Kendall Brown

Community groups and local organizations are preparing a full slate of events throughout March, highlighted by awards ceremonies, fundraisers and family activities across the city.

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