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Buckhorn BBQ & Grill Opens Dixon Location

Jun 16, 2026 10:13AM ● By Kendall Brown

Buckhorn BBQ & Grill has officially opened its newest restaurant in Dixon, bringing its California-style barbecue and tri-tip-focused menu to the city’s growing dining scene.

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Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Jun 15, 2026 11:21AM ● By MPG Staff

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act.

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Vacaville Museum Guild to Host Bunco Night

Jun 09, 2026 03:22PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, photos by Kathy Keatley Garvey

The Vacaville Museum Guild will host a bunco night, “billed as an evening of fun, food and wine, and a chance to win fabulous prizes,” on Thursday, July 2 at the Vacaville Museum, 213 Buck Ave.

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Lawmakers Urge Quebec to Lift Ban on U.S. Wine Imports

Jun 09, 2026 02:27PM ● By Office of Mike Thompson News Release

June 5, Representatives Mike Thompson (CA-04), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and David Valadao (CA-22) led a bipartisan coalition of 14 California lawmakers in requesting that Québec Premiere Christine Fréchette remove the current restrictions barring the importation and sale of American wine in Québec.

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Sixth Year of Resilience Fund Supports Independent Restaurants

Jun 08, 2026 10:57AM ● By California Restaurant Foundation News Release

$1.28 Million Available to Help California’s Food and Beverage Businesses Invest in Growth, Stability and Long-term Success

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Dwelley Family Wines Opens

May 19, 2026 01:57PM ● By Kendall Brown

A family conversation around a backyard fire pit has grown into a new winery in Dixon, where Dwelley Family Wines officially opened its tasting room May 1 at 800 Business Park Drive, Suite G.

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Four Days of Entertainment

May 19, 2026 10:29AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon May Fair returned May 7-10 for its 149th rendition, bringing carnival rides, live music, livestock exhibitions and community traditions to Northern California’s oldest fair.

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UC Davis Major Part of California Honey Festival

May 14, 2026 11:03AM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

Hear that buzz? It's almost time for the annual California Honey Festival.

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Vanda Orchid Thai Bistro Reflects on Five Years

May 12, 2026 02:51PM ● By Kendall Brown

Five years after opening its doors, Vanda Orchid Thai Bistro, 1440 Ary Lane Suite B, has established itself as a local dining option focused on Thai cuisine and community connection.

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American River Burger Battle Returns

May 06, 2026 10:15AM ● By American River Parkway Foundation News Release

The American River Burger Battle is returning to Discovery Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 16.

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Mark Your Calendars!

May 05, 2026 12:06PM ● By MPG Staff

Four Star Farm is offering a beginner to intermediate horseback riding camp beginning in mid-June. The farm, 7445 Pitt School Road, will have activities such as horseback riding, art projects and horsemanship for children aged 6 to 13 years old.

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Dixon May Fair Celebrates 149 Year Tradition

May 05, 2026 11:51AM ● By Dixon May Fair News Release

Dixon May Fair, the oldest fair in California, will open its gates for the 149th time May 7 to 10 with all the excitement of carnival rides, live music, fair food and competition.

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Mark Your Calendars!

Apr 21, 2026 12:35PM ● By MPG Staff

Bunco Night, Ribbon Cutting at Dwelley Family Wines, Kids Homework Help, Star Wars-Inspired Cookie Class, Dixon Community Theater Presents “Cinderella," Dixon Chamber Networking & more!

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Summer Events Scheduled Across Dixon Through August

Apr 21, 2026 12:27PM ● By Kendall Brown

A range of community events are scheduled in Dixon throughout the summer months, offering residents and visitors opportunities to engage in local history, entertainment and fundraising activities.

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Women’s Improvement Club Scholarships and Community Grants Dinner

Apr 21, 2026 12:25PM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

Dixon Women’s Improvement Club (DWIC) invites the community to join the club from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 1 for the annual Scholarships and Community Grants Dinner.

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Tickets for the Flying U Bull Riding
Get Your Best Buys Before the May Fair

Apr 15, 2026 09:31AM ● By Dixon May Fair News Release

Tickets for the popular Dixon May Fair grandstand shows, fair admission and carnival wristbands are now available for purchase for the upcoming fair, May 7 to 10. The

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Local Landmark Wins Top Business Award

Mar 24, 2026 11:47AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dawson’s Bar & Grill, 105 N. First St., was named 2025 Business of the Year during the Celebrate Dixon 2026 event, recognizing the downtown establishment’s longstanding role in the community and continued local involvement.

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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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Valentine’s Day Events Planned, President’s Day Closures

Feb 10, 2026 02:20PM ● By Kendall Brown

A variety of Valentine’s Day-themed activities and dining options are scheduled in and around Dixon, offering opportunities for families, teens and couples to celebrate.

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Dixon Rotary Crab Feed Returns

Jan 27, 2026 02:17PM ● By Kendall Brown

Rotary Club of Dixon will host its 22nd Annual Crab Feed Feb. 28 at Madden Hall at the Dixon May Fairgrounds, continuing a long-running fundraising tradition that supports scholarships and community programs.

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Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers Fundraiser Benefits American Tinnitus Association

Jan 27, 2026 09:31AM ● By Texas Roadhouse, Bubba’s 33, Jaggers News Release

Restaurants Donate 100% of Profits to Honor Late Founder Kent Taylor

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Holiday Food Safety Tips

Dec 16, 2025 04:49PM ● By Solano County Public Health News Release

The Solano County Department of Health and Social Services, Public Health Division reminds residents to practice food safety and take preventive measures to stay healthy this holiday season.

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Solano Baking Company Marks 46 Years of Business

Dec 16, 2025 04:44PM ● By Kendall Brown

Solano Baking Company, a fourth-generation family-owned bakery at 1160 Pitt School Road will enter its 46th year in business this January.

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Average California Farm Loses $20,528 Annually to Natural Hazards

Nov 12, 2025 09:09AM ● By Trace One News Release

High grocery prices have been a defining economic story in recent years, driven by a combination of factors including pandemic-related supply chain breakdowns and labor shortages.

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Mountain Mike's Opens Largest Location Yet

Oct 29, 2025 11:06AM ● By Kendall Brown

Mountain Mike’s Pizza opened the doors to its largest restaurant ever in Dixon on Oct. 16, drawing large crowds for a community-centered grand opening celebration.

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57% of Americans Cut Back on Candy This Halloween as Chocolate Prices Rise: New Study

Oct 24, 2025 12:04PM ● By Brandpoint Content

New research from Empower finds that over half of Americans (57%) say rising chocolate prices are changing how much they dish out for candy.

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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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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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Independent Voice
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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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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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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Wine Bar Adds Flavor to Downtown Dixon

Sep 17, 2025 12:07PM ● By Kendall Brown

A cozy spot for wine lovers has quietly become a staple in downtown Dixon. Pip Wine Bar, located at 116 N. 1st St., opened its doors March 4, 2020, offering a curated wine experience in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

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Assemblywoman Lori D. Wilson
Mark Your Calendars!

Sep 17, 2025 11:26AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon High School Football, Rotary Club Rummage Sale, Veterans’ Dinner and more! Take a look at what's happening in town.

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Movies in the Park
Mark Your Calendars!

Sep 03, 2025 05:10PM ● By MPG Staff

Comedy Night, Community Transportation Workshop, Movies in the Park and more! Take a look at what's happening in town.

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Each attendee received a lobster with accouterments such as artichokes, potatoes, corn and shrimp
Breast Cancer Foundation Exceeds Dinner Fundraiser Goal

Sep 03, 2025 04:57PM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano Midnight Sun Breast Cancer Foundation’s annual “Under the Valley Moon” lobster charity dinner on Aug. 23 drew more than 200 attendees to support breast cancer patients across Solano County.

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