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City Water Issues Boil with Controversy

Aug 30, 2024 09:30AM ● By Angela Underwood

Councilmember Tom Bogue shut down a resolution to seek bids for a new city water system.

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Rotary Club Welcomes New Administrators and Teachers

Aug 29, 2024 04:41PM ● By MPG Staff

On Aug. 2, the Dixon Rotary Club welcomed the new school administrators and teachers from the Dixon Unified School District.

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Dixon Unified School District Secures Temporary Power Solution

Aug 29, 2024 04:30PM ● By Dixon Unified School District News Release

The Dixon Unified School District (DUSD) is excited to announce that Anderson Elementary students will be able to return home to Anderson Elementary this fall.

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More than Farm Fresh

Aug 09, 2024 11:19AM ● By Angela Underwood

Where can you find plump produce and community connections while helping sustain local soil? Answer: the Dixon Farmer's Market on Thursday nights.

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City Joins Lawsuit Against State

Aug 05, 2024 11:20AM ● By Angela Underwood

Water issues here continue to rise as the city joins a lawsuit against the State of California over Chromium 6 levels.

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Thompson Secures $1,105,800 for Water System Improvements

Aug 05, 2024 11:07AM ● By Office of Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

On July 23, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he secured $1,105,800 in community project funding for the Solano Irrigation District’s (SID) Vaca Valley Public Water System Consolidation project.

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Thompson Cosponsors Bill to Reduce Veteran Homelessness

Aug 05, 2024 11:03AM ● By Office of Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

On July 5, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced his co-sponsorship of H.R. 8560, The End Veteran Homelessness Act of 2024.

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Solano EDC Has Limited Funds for Small Business Loan Program

Aug 05, 2024 10:55AM ● By Solano Economic Development Corporation News Release

The Solano County Economic Development Corporation (Solano EDC) is encouraging small businesses to apply for the limited funds still available through the Solano Biz-Grow program.

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Barbara Bulkley Celebrates 90

Jul 24, 2024 02:59PM ● By Debra Dingman

Past Citizen of the Year and long-time Soroptimist, Barbara Bulkley, celebrated her 90th Birthday at the Olde Vet’s Hall across from the Public Library on Saturday, July 20.

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California Capital Airshow Soars at Mather

Jul 17, 2024 04:29PM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

The 18th annual California Capital Airshow took over the skies at Mather Airport on July 13 and 14, delivering a weekend packed with aerial acrobatics and community engagement

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Nominate Solano County Female Leaders for Recognition at Upcoming Women Leadership Gala

Jul 17, 2024 12:25PM ● By Solano Commission for Women and Girls News Release

The Friends of the Solano Commission for Women and Girls (FSCWG) and the Solano Commission for Women and Girls (SCWG) are Seeking Nominees to be Recognized at their Women Leadership Gala, which will be held on Friday, Oct. 18 at the Bella Verdi Rancho Solano Golf Course.

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Friends of the Fair Award $26,000 in College Scholarships

Jul 11, 2024 03:04PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey

Nine Solano County residents majoring in an agricultural field will share $26,000 toward their college educations, thanks to the Donnie and Tootie Huffman Scholarship Program

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City Astounds Fourth of July Revelers

Jul 11, 2024 03:01PM ● By MPG Staff

Photographer Nicolas Brown snapped photos of Dixonites celebrating the Fourth of July

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Dreamland to Impress Drama Lovers at Dixon High School Theater

Jul 11, 2024 02:58PM ● By Sachi Denison

"Dreamland" is an adaptation of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" with the added fun of music, comedy, and performance arts

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Dixon News Briefs 7-12-24

Jul 11, 2024 02:54PM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon News Briefs for the week of July 12, 2024

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National Night Out Declaration

Jul 11, 2024 02:51PM ● By Scott Mullins

The Dixon City Council declared that the City of Dixon will participate in National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 6

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Dixon to Purchase New Readi-Ride City Bus

Jul 11, 2024 02:49PM ● By Angela Underwood

At the July 2 council meeting, Public Works director Loren Kotow asked the Dixon City Council to approve nearly $130,000 in partner funds to replace a Readi-Ride bus

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Dixon Police Department Adds to the Force

Jul 11, 2024 02:46PM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Three new members of the Dixon Police Department affirmed an oath and more on July 2, when they officially joined the force after being sworn in

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Dixon’s Pull for Relocators

Jul 03, 2024 09:29AM ● By Scott Mullins, photo by Scott Mullins

The Once Quiet Town of Dixon has Seen a Surge in New Home Sales as of Late

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Legendary Locomotive Makes 19 Whistle Stops

Jun 28, 2024 02:53PM ● By MPG Staff

Big Boy No. 4014 Features Public Display Days in Roseville

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News Briefs 6-28-24

Jun 26, 2024 10:46AM ● By MPG Staff

Grillin' & Chillin,' Curator Search, Farmer's Market and More

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1 in 6 New Trucks and Buses in California Are Zero-Emission

Jun 11, 2024 02:33PM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

Sales of New Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks in California in 2023 Have Doubled from the Prior Year

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Sugar Cookies Are Better Than Ever

Jun 05, 2024 10:49AM ● By Ashton Hennigan, Dixon Montessori Charter School 8th Grade Student

Courtney Hennagin-Sullivan has Small Sugar Cookie Business

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News Briefs 6-7-24

Jun 05, 2024 10:43AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon Open Mic, Father's Day Fun, Concerts in the Plaza and More

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Councilmember Calls for Lawsuit

May 30, 2024 04:19PM ● By Angela Underwood

To Be or Not to be a City of Dixon Legal Challenge Against the State of California is the Question

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Dixon Lions Celebrate 70th Year

May 30, 2024 04:08PM ● By Aubrey Dannenberg, DMCS Student

The Members of the Lions Club Each Make an Effort to Support the Community of Dixon and Better the Lives of People Who Are Living in It

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From Small Family to Big Business is Bella Vista Farms

May 30, 2024 04:03PM ● By Adrian Mendez, DMCS Student

There is an Upcoming and Semi-New Business Here in Dixon and It’s a Wedding Venue

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Farmers Market Returns Thursdays

May 30, 2024 03:58PM ● By Debra Dingman

With the Growth of New Residents in Dixon Coupled with Some Pleasant Forecasts, This Year’s Downtown Dixon Farmers Market Looks Promising and is Set For Every Thursday

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News Briefs 5-31-24

May 30, 2024 03:52PM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon News Briefs For the Week of May 31

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Heartfelt Patriotism in Dixon

May 30, 2024 03:44PM ● By Debra Dingman

Debra Dingman's Column - 5/31/2024

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Two New Dixon Communities Will Offer Affordable Housing

May 30, 2024 03:40PM ● By Hampstead Companies News Release

Prospera at Homestead Will Create 108 Affordable Homes For Individuals and Families Earning 60% Area Median Income (AMI) or Less

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Students Get Journalism Lesson

May 30, 2024 03:30PM ● By Debra Dingman

Students in Teacher Jamie Myers’ Classes Had the Privilege of Learning Journalism, Writing an Article and Getting Published in the Dixon Independent Voice Newspaper

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