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UC Davis Alumnus Discovers New Species of Praying Mantis

Sep 12, 2024 05:04PM ● By By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

A juvenile mantis that UC Davis alumnus Lohitashwa “Lohit” Garikipati collected on a 2019 trip to Madera Canyon, Arizona, proved not to be the commonly known California mantis, Stagmomantis wheelerii, but a new species.

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Office of Education to Host Annual Early Childhood Education Conference

Aug 30, 2024 09:13AM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

Solano County Office of Education (SCOE) will host the 2024 Quality Counts Solano Early Childhood Education (ECE) Conference on Saturday, Sept. 14 at the Solano Community College, 4000 Suisun Valley Road, Fairfield, beginning at 7:30 a.m.

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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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Five to Vie for School Board

Aug 21, 2024 04:52PM ● By Debra Dingman

Dixon Unified School District has two Trustee positions open replacing School Board Trustees Regina Espinoza and David Bowen, and there are now five local people vying for those

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Dixon News Briefs 8-23-24

Aug 21, 2024 03:47PM ● By MPG Staff

T-Shirt Fundraiser, Veterans Dinner, Friday Night Football and More in Dixon

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Calling All Cadets

Aug 21, 2024 03:14PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon public information officer Madeline Graf said the Dixon Police Department's Cadet Program is a great volunteer opportunity for young adults looking to kickstart a rewarding career and make a difference in their community

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Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

Aug 19, 2024 05:05PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins

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Travis Credit Union Foundation Launches New Student Loan Assistance Program

Aug 14, 2024 01:33PM ● By Travis Credit Union Foundation News Release

The Travis Credit Union Foundation proudly announces the launch of its inaugural Community Heroes Student Loan Assistance Program

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Back to School Safety Reminders

Aug 14, 2024 01:10PM ● By City of Dixon News Release

As the new school year begins, the Dixon Police Department would like to remind the community to be vigilant and take extra precautions to ensure the safety of students

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School Year Kicks Off

Aug 14, 2024 11:43AM ● By Scott Mullins, photos by Scott Mullins

Dixon students started the 2024 through 2025 Dixon Unified School District year on Aug 7

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Teachers Enjoy Outdoor Professional Development at the Annual Solano Water Institute

Aug 06, 2024 01:23PM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

From a hike around the Suisun Marsh to a boat ride on Lake Berryessa, twenty-seven teachers fit in one more summer adventure before the school year starts as part of the annual Solano Water Institute

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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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Dixon's Fairy Tale Theater Camp Promises Summer Fun for Local Youth

Jul 03, 2024 09:49AM ● By Abel Cornejo, Artistic Director, Dixon Community Theater

This Summer, Dixon Community Theater (DCT) is Bringing Magic to the Dixon Multi-Use Senior Center with the "Fairy Tale Theater Camp"

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Are Your Assets Secure?

Jul 03, 2024 09:35AM ● By Scott Mullins, photo by Scott Mullins

Financial Planning and Insurance Experts Provided a No Cost Secure Your Assets Seminar at The Farmstead at Dixon

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Dixon News Briefs 7-5-24

Jul 03, 2024 09:23AM ● By MPG Staff

Tarot Readings, Open Mic Night, Dixon Farmer's Market and More

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SCOE Earns Four National Communication Awards

Jun 26, 2024 11:09AM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

Solano County Office of Education has Received Four Accolades from the National School Public Relations Association

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News Briefs 6-21-24

Jun 24, 2024 04:48PM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon Education Committee Meeting, Farmer's Market, Grillin' & Chillin,' Teen Chalk Art and More

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Applications Being Accepted for Solano Youth Leadership Institute

Jun 24, 2024 04:13PM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

Solano County Office of Education and Touro University California (TUC) Have Partnered Together to Host Another Solano Youth Leadership Institute for Solano High School Students During the Week of Aug. 5

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More Pedestrian Safety Surrounding School Added

Jun 12, 2024 04:19PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon Received $250,000 in California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Funds

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Thompson, Aguiar-Curry Honor 2024 Student Leadership Council Graduates

Jun 12, 2024 04:13PM ● By Office of Congressman Mike Thompson News Release

Rep. Mike Thompson and Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry Recognize 2024 Student Leadership Council Graduates

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Largest MPHS Class Graduates

Jun 12, 2024 03:39PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

Forty-One Members of the Class of 2024 Graduate

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Joy Abounds at Graduation

Jun 12, 2024 03:28PM ● By Scott Mullins, photos by Scott Mullins

Dixon Rams Class of 2024 Celebrates Graduation on Finney Field

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Dodd Declares June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Jun 11, 2024 09:58AM ● By Office of Sen. Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd Announces Resolution Designating June as Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness Month

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DWIC Community Grants Awarded

Jun 05, 2024 10:24AM ● By Debra Dingman, photo by Debra Dingman

Dixon Women's Improvement Club Awards Seven Local Organizations More Funds

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Students Learn Dixon’s History

Jun 05, 2024 09:37AM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

Students Visit Dixon History Museum

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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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Women Award Scholarships

May 24, 2024 12:47PM ● By Eileen Wilson

Dixon Women’s Improvement Club Began in 1899 with the Aim of Contributing to the Civic and Social Well-Being of the Community

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Teachers, Classified Workers Protest

May 24, 2024 12:42PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

Picket Signs and Chants Are Becoming More of a Regular Scene at Dixon Unified School District Meetings, Especially This Past Year

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Another Wonderful Fair Ends

May 21, 2024 01:01PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

147th Dixon May Fair a Huge Success

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Solano County Educators of the Year Winners Chosen

May 21, 2024 10:53AM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

Camila Andaluz and Chris Bryan Win Solano County Classified School Employee of the Year and Teacher of the Year, Respectively

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Dixon News Briefs 5-17-24

May 21, 2024 10:43AM ● By MPG Staff

Book Bag Sale, Adult Swim, Pardi Plaza Concerts and More

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Lambert is Young Woman of the Month

May 08, 2024 12:01PM ● By Dixon Soroptimist News Release

SI Dixon Names Brandy Lambert as Young Woman of the Month

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Dixon Unified School District Labor Talks Continue

May 02, 2024 04:30PM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Failed Labor Negotiations Leave Dixon Unified School District Teachers Distraught

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Jr. Livestock Auction Supports Our Youth

May 02, 2024 04:16PM ● By MPG Staff

By Supporting the Dixon May Fair Junior Livestock Auction, Purchasers Are Contributing to the Education of Today’s Youth, the Citizens of Tomorrow

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California Accounted for 71% of All States’ Preschool Funding Increases in 2022-2023

May 01, 2024 10:46AM ● By National Institute for Early Education Research News Release

National Institute for Early Education Research Releases Annual State of Preschool Report

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