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Community Honors Longtime Campus Supervisor

Oct 08, 2025 09:50AM ● By Kendall Brown

Scott Stacey Recognized at Dedication Ceremony

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Youth Bring ‘Treasure Island’ to Life

Oct 08, 2025 09:45AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Community Theater (DCT) will bring Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale of pirates, treasure maps and high-seas adventure to life this month with its original musical adaptation of “Treasure Island,” featuring a cast of local children.

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Festival Celebrates Sheep, Lamb and Wool

Oct 08, 2025 09:38AM ● By Kendall Brown

The 39th annual Lambtown Festival returned Oct. 4 and 5 to the Dixon May Fairgrounds, 655 S. First St.

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Every Nap Counts

Oct 08, 2025 09:27AM ● By Solano County Press Release

County Promotes Safe Sleep to Prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

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Mark Your Calendars!

Oct 08, 2025 09:21AM ● By MPG Staff

See What's Happening in the Community

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Dixon Family Services’ Comedy Night

Oct 08, 2025 09:18AM ● By Kendall Brown

Laughter and Generosity Fill the Room

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Soroptimist International Names Young Woman of the Month

Oct 08, 2025 09:11AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon Press Release

Jayla Malibunas Awarded for Community Involvement

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Dixon Police Officers Participate in Pink Patch Project

Oct 08, 2025 08:42AM ● By Dixon Police Department Press Release

The Dixon Police Department is proud to participate in the Pink Patch Project during the month of October for breast cancer awareness.

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Lane, Ramp Closures on State Route 113 in and Near Dixon

Oct 03, 2025 04:00PM ● By California Department of Transportation News Release

Caltrans will continue its work on State Route 113 (SR-113), also known as 1st St., which goes through the city of Dixon.

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October Family Fun Events

Sep 30, 2025 05:13PM ● By Kendall Brown

The city of Dixon will be home to a variety of community events throughout October, ranging from dog shows and theater performances to holiday celebrations and public safety outreach.

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Sara Echarte Named New Chamber Manager

Sep 30, 2025 05:02PM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce has named Sara Echarte as its new chamber manager following the retirement of longtime leader Shauna Manina.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Sep 30, 2025 04:52PM ● By MPG Staff

Movies in the Park Returns, Trunk or Treat at the Chamber, National Night Out, Dixon High School Football and more! Check out what's happening in town.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Sep 30, 2025 04:50PM ● By MPG Staff

Movies in the Park Returns, Trunk or Treat at the Chamber, National Night Out, Dixon High School Football and more! Check out what's happening in town.

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Lambtown Festival Returns to Dixon

Sep 30, 2025 04:43PM ● 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 for its 39th annual event.

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Dixon Rams Raise Funds

Sep 30, 2025 04:39PM ● By Dixon High School Football News Release

The Dixon Quarterback Club is reaching out on behalf of Dixon High School Football to request community support in helping the organization replace an essential piece of equipment that was recently stolen: a golf cart.

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Dixon United Methodist Welcomes New Pastor

Sep 30, 2025 04:26PM ● By Dixon United Methodist Church News Release

The members and friends of Dixon United Methodist Church invite the community to an afternoon of fun, food and conversation as the newly-appointed pastor, the Rev. Cathy Love, is welcomed.

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Solano First Responders Honored

Sep 30, 2025 04:22PM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano Family First Responders hosted its annual Field of Dreams BBQ from 5 to 11 p.m. Sept. 20, bringing together families, first responders and community members for an evening of food, fun and fundraising at Cool Patch Pumpkins, 6150 Dixon Ave. W.

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Apply Now for CalKIDS Scholarships

Sep 30, 2025 11:41AM ● By CalKIDS News Release

Now that the new school year is in full swing, it’s the perfect time for students and families to jumpstart their year with CalKIDS, California’s landmark scholarship program for college and career training.

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Fourth-Grade Families can Visit 54 State Parks for Free

Sep 30, 2025 09:50AM ● By California State Parks News Release

Families of fourth-graders in California public schools are invited to download the free California State Park Adventure Pass at parks.ca.gov/AdventurePass

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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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