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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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Halloween event
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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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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
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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
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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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Crowds Take a Stroll

Aug 27, 2025 11:49AM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

Downtown Dixon welcomed hundreds of visitors Aug. 23 for the annual Wine and Art Stroll, featuring more than 20 wineries, dozens of artists, live music and participation from local businesses throughout the community.

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Grace Fellowship Church of Dixon is kicking off Grace Kids Club
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Aug 27, 2025 11:33AM ● By MPG Staff

Comedy Night with Dixon Family Services, Concerts in the Plaza, Dixon High School Football and more happening in town!

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La Cocina Mexican Restaurant, owned by Nayely Salcedo (pictured) and her family, will host a community fundraise
La Cocina Joins Battle Against Breast Cancer

Aug 27, 2025 11:24AM ● By Kendall Brown

La Cocina Mexican Restaurant will host a community fundraiser, Tacos for Ta-Tas, from noon to 8 p.m. Sept. 8 in support of Jessica McCafferty, a Dixon mother currently battling breast cancer.

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Kiwanis Club of Dixon volunteers hold a club flag
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Aug 19, 2025 02:07PM ● By MPG Staff

Kiwanis Club Open House, Dixon High School Football, Dixon Chamber Connections Networking and more! Take a look at what's happening in town.

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Dixon Native Serves Up Flavor

Aug 19, 2025 01:19PM ● By Kendall Brown

For lifelong Dixon resident Anthony Echarte, what began as a social media passion project has grown into a barbecue catering business known as Pun vs. Food.

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Dixon Moose Lodge is hosting a BBQ Night
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Aug 13, 2025 11:20AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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The Northern California band Helios will perform
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Aug 06, 2025 08:26AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening around town!

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The Downtown Dixon Business Association is gearing up for its next major event of the year, the annual Art and Wine Stroll
Art, Wine Stroll Raises Funds for Christmas Events

Aug 06, 2025 08:23AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Downtown Dixon Business Association is gearing up for its next major event of the year, the annual Art and Wine Stroll from 4 to 8 p.m. Aug. 23.

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Pat Grannucci Aquatic Center
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Jul 30, 2025 02:43PM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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Registration for Lambtown Festival workshops began
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Jul 22, 2025 06:00PM ● By MPG Staff

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Dixon Library staff members are happy to provide free lunches to children and teens
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Jul 15, 2025 04:41PM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening around town!

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Joe and Christa Bruch have owned and operated Grocery Outlet since 2020.
Grocery Outlet’s Food Drive Helps Community

Jul 15, 2025 04:38PM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

Grocery Outlet shoppers are invited to join the 2025 Independence From Hunger Food Drive, a community-centered event aimed at alleviating food insecurity throughout Dixon.

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The Dixon Police Department is hosting National Night Out
Police Department Hosts National Night Out

Jul 15, 2025 04:23PM ● By Dixon Police Department News Release

The Dixon Police Department is excited to host National Night Out 2025 from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 7.

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Dixon Family Services is honored to be a beneficiary in the Grocery Outlet Independence from Hunger Food Drive.
Dixon Family Services Pantry Benefits from Community Support

Jul 15, 2025 04:12PM ● By Dixon Family Services News Release

Dixon Family Services’ (DFS) Food Pantry sincerely appreciates being a beneficiary of the Grocery Outlet’s Independence from Hunger event, as well as the support from many community members.

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The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a networking mixer from 5:30 to 7 p.m. July 30. Held at Best Western Plus
Mark Your Calendars!

Jul 09, 2025 09:37AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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The 2025 Safe and Sane fireworks booth locations have been announced.
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Jul 02, 2025 09:15AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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The Grillin’ and Chillin’ Car Show and Rib Cook-off took place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. June 28.
Sizzling Fun and Classic Cars

Jul 02, 2025 09:03AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon’s 2025 Grillin’ & Chillin’ Car Show & Rib Cook-Off

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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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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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The Dixon Chamber of Commerce is continuing its Concerts in the Plaza series
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Jun 18, 2025 12:34PM ● By MPG Staff

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

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Mixer Party
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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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Karate Training
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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Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, hosts funeral services for unaccompanied veterans
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Jun 04, 2025 08:38AM ● By MPG Staff

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

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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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