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volunteers with the Kiwanis Club of Dixon donating books and backpacks

Kiwanis Leads with Heart

Jul 09, 2025 09:17AM ● By Kendall Brown

From pancake breakfasts to student scholarships, the Kiwanis Club of Dixon continues to leave a lasting impact on the heart of the community.

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- Rep. Mike Thompson recognized Andres Olmedo as the 2025 American Dream Award recipient for Yolo County

Thompson Honors Andres Olmedo

Jul 08, 2025 11:43AM ● By Congressman Mike Thompson News Release

Rep. Mike Thompson recognized Andres Olmedo as the 2025 American Dream Award recipient for Yolo County. Thompson presents the American Dream Award during Immigrant Heritage Month to residents of California’s Fourth District who have come to the United States and made outstanding contributions to our communities.

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Law enforcement agencies throughout California will participate in Operation Dry Water to help prevent incidents of boating under the influence

Operation Dry Water for Fourth of July Weekend

Jul 02, 2025 09:45AM ● By California Department of Parks and Recreation News Release

California State Parks’ Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW) is urging all boaters to boat sober this Fourth of July holiday weekend.

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Atkinson Self Storage at 1800 N. First St. is a self-storage and RV parking facility that hosted its annual shredding event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 14.

Shred It and Forget It

Jul 02, 2025 09:36AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

Atkinson Self Storage is a family-owned self-storage and RV parking facility that celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024.

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First Northern Bank Devon Camera promoted

Devon Camara-Soucy Promoted

Jul 02, 2025 09:25AM ● By First Northern Bank News Release

First Northern Bank (OTCQX: FNRN), the region’s Number One ranked local small business lender, proudly announces the promotion of Devon Camara-Soucy as its senior vice-president and director of Administration and Shareholder Relations.

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The 2025 Safe and Sane fireworks booth locations have been announced.

Mark Your Calendars

Jul 02, 2025 09:15AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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Dixon Lights Up Hall Park

Jul 02, 2025 09:11AM ● By Kendall Brown

Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks Spectacular

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Pastor Henry Pablo III of Dixon United Methodist Church hosted his final Sunday service on June 22

Farewell to Pastor Pablo

Jul 02, 2025 09:08AM ● By Kendall Brown

Sunday, June 22 might have been an average day to many Dixonites, but to the Dixon United Methodist Church members, it was the end of an era. On this day, Pastor Henry Pablo III, who has been with the church since 2022, hosted his final service.

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State Deadline Threatens Shut Down of Local Gas Stations

Jun 25, 2025 10:14AM ● By California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) News Release

The California Fuels and Convenience Alliance (CFCA) is urging the Legislature to take immediate action to prevent a fuel supply and affordability crisis.

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Dixon City Council is naming a local park after Vacaville Police Officer Matthew Bowen

Council Approves Officer Matthew Bowen Memorial Park

Jun 25, 2025 09:14AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The council voted unanimously to approve the official name and staff members are working with local nonprofit organizations to finance a memorial sign and bench for Officer Matthew Bowen Memorial Park.

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Kids being taught, riding horses at riding camp

Campers Immersed in Everything Horsey

Jun 25, 2025 09:03AM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

Summer is finally here, and with it comes the opportunity to either pursue new experiences or reinforce previous interests. Four Star Farm, at 7445 Pitt School Road, is offering a riding camp for 7- to 14-year-olds with this in mind.

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The City of Dixon is hosting a Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks show

Mark Your Calendars!

Jun 25, 2025 08:55AM ● By MPG Staff

Grillin’ & Chillin’, Fourth of July Concert, Water Polo Clinics and more!

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Dixon Lions club volunteers cooking a meal

Lions Serve the Community

Jun 25, 2025 08:49AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Lions Club is a nonprofit volunteer organization in Dixon since 1954.

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People gather at Dixon Grillin and chilling event

Grillin’ & Chillin’ Time

Jun 25, 2025 08:38AM ● By Dixon Action Team News Release

It's almost Grillin' & Chillin' time, as Dixon's Action Team has been working hard to put on this yearly event.

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Student Artists Shine in 2025 Clean Air Calendar Art Contest

Jun 18, 2025 12:58PM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District announces the winners.

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Students holding up their awards/scholarships

May Fair Names Scholarship Recipients

Jun 18, 2025 12:49PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

The Friends of the Dixon May Fair has awarded a total of $29,000 in college scholarships to seven Solano County residents who are majoring in an agricultural field.

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Baltz Directs ‘An Evening of Dance’

Jun 18, 2025 12:42PM ● By By Kendal Brown

Due to the early retirement of owner Lisa Applegate, Baltz has stepped in to direct the organization’s annual event, “An Evening of Dance.”

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Dixon Rotary Scholarship Awardees Announced

Jun 18, 2025 12:37PM ● By Rotary Club of Dixon News Release

These students were carefully selected based on their academic achievements, commitment to personal goals and dedication to community service.

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The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is continuing its Concerts in the Plaza series

Mark your Calendars!

Jun 18, 2025 12:34PM ● By MPG Staff

View the current and/or upcoming local events in your area!

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Infrastructure Improvements Underway

Jun 18, 2025 12:31PM ● By Kendall Brown

The project will include the replacement of approximately 600 feet of water main and 13 individual water service connections.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Jun 11, 2025 10:13AM ● By MPG Staff

Upcoming community events fill the next month with local lunches and dinners, celebrations, commemorations and ceremonies.

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Council Approves 2025-2026 Budget

Jun 11, 2025 09:56AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the June 3 Dixon City Council meeting, City Council considered a resolution to approve the annual budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.

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Celebrate Father’s Day Locally

Jun 11, 2025 09:19AM ● By Kendall Brown

For those looking to do something special for dad, there are multiple opportunities worth consideration.

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Solano Community College Board President, Denis Honeychurch

Board President Denis Honeychurch Recognized

Jun 04, 2025 08:45AM ● By Solano Community College News Release

Solano Community College is proud to announce that Board President Denis Honeychurch was recently recognized at the 2025 Annual Trustees Conference for more than 40 years of dedicated service to the College and the Solano County community.

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Recology Dixon participated in the Dixon May Fair on May 10, earning first-place in two categories

Recology Retiree Recollects

Jun 04, 2025 08:42AM ● By Kendall Brown

Tommy Williams has lived in Dixon for 66 years and worked in waste management for 33 years.

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Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, hosts funeral services for unaccompanied veterans

Mark Your Calendar!

Jun 04, 2025 08:38AM ● By MPG Staff

Book Club, Summer Camp, Grillin’ & Chillin’ and more

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Meals on Wheels Plans Give and Gather Gala

Jun 04, 2025 08:35AM ● By Meals on Wheels Solano County News Release

Meals on Wheels Solano County is proud to announce its first-ever Give & Gather Gala, an evening of celebration and purpose benefiting local seniors, to be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, at Bella Verdi at Rancho Solano in Fairfield.

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Dixon Women’s Improvement Club awarded nine community grants to eight organizations

Women’s Improvement Club Awards Community Grants

Jun 04, 2025 08:33AM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

The Dixon Women’s Improvement Club (DWIC) announced the recipients of its 2025 Community Grants, made possible by the success of the club’s recent fundraiser held at Pedro’s Cocina, 1425 Market Lane.

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The full cast of Alice’s Wonderland made their first public appearance in costume at the Dixon May Fair Parade

Preparing for Premiere Day

Jun 04, 2025 08:27AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Community Theater’s production of “Alice’s Wonderland “will premiere at 6:30 p.m. June 13. Hosted at Dixon Performing Arts Center, 555 College Way, the musical will be an original production co-written by Kelly Pidgeon James and Cheryl Sommers.

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The Dixon Chamber of Commerce and the Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sponsored the christening of a new location for a trio of old faces.

Chamber Members Host New Location Grand Opening

May 29, 2025 10:25AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce and Solano Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sponsored the christening of a new location for a trio of old faces.

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The Joys and Challenges of Asian American Research

May 29, 2025 10:13AM ● By Solano County Genealogical Society News Release

The Solano County Genealogical Society will host a virtual Speaker Series presentation on Saturday, June 7 at 11 a.m.

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The Dixon Chamber of Commerce hosts monthly networking events.

Mark Your Calendars!

May 29, 2025 10:07AM ● By MPG Staff

High School Graduations, Grillin’ & Chillin’, Chamber Connections Networking and more

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Council Sends Delinquent Business License Accounts to Collection

May 29, 2025 10:04AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During Public Comment at the May 20 meeting of the Dixon City Council, Solano County Resource Conservation District (RCD) Executive Director Chris Rose shared about the free education programs the agency offers to local youth.

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