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Know a Local Centenarian? Supervisors Want to Honor Them

May 21, 2025 11:05AM ● By Solano County News Release

The Solano County Board of Supervisors needs the community’s help in identifying centenarians living in the community for recognition at a Board of Supervisors meeting later this fall as part of the 19th annual centenarian commemoration celebration.

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Carmen Baker (right) spoke with Soroptimist International of Dixon members on May 1 about her nonprofit, Essentially Everly.

Baker Speaks to Soroptimists about Essentially Everly

May 21, 2025 11:03AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Soroptimist International of Dixon was honored to welcome Carmen Baker to speak to Soroptimist members on May 1.

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The Dixon Library Community Garden will transform a vacant lot at the corner of B and Second streets into a thriving public green space

Library Community Garden Coming Soon

May 21, 2025 11:01AM ● By Solano County Library News Release

Solano County’s first community garden is coming to Dixon this summer through a partnership between Solano County Library and Sustainable Solano.

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A total of 38 early educators were nominated for the Early Childhood Educators of the Year

Early Childhood Educators of the Year Honored

May 21, 2025 10:55AM ● By Solano County Office of Education News Release

On May 16, Solano County Office of Education (SCOE), in collaboration with the Solano Child Care Planning Council and local partners, hosted the 2025 Solano Early Childhood Educator of the Year reception.

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The Dixon High School Marching Band was one of the 135 entrants who performed in the Dixon May Fair Parade

Mark Your Calendars!

May 21, 2025 10:50AM ● By MPG Staff

Line Dancing, Book Club, Grillin’ & Chillin’ and more

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Makenzie Jacobs is Soroptimist International of Dixon’s Young Woman of the Month.

Makenzie Jacobs is Soroptimist Young Woman of the Month

May 21, 2025 10:46AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Makenzie Jacobs is Soroptimist International of Dixon’s Young Woman of the Month. She was nominated by Maine Prairie High School Principal Angelina Arias.

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David Studebaker will be the headliner and emcee at the Dixon Family Services’ Comedy Night 2025

David Studebaker Returns to Comedy Night 2025

May 21, 2025 10:33AM ● By Dixon Family Services News Release

David Studebaker will be the headliner and emcee at the Dixon Family Services’ Comedy Night 2025 from 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Olde Vet’s Hall, 231 N. First St.

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Sacramento Valley National Cemetery is hosting a Memorial Day program at 9 a.m. May 24. The

Commemorating the Fallen

May 21, 2025 10:31AM ● By Kendall Brown

Sacramento Valley National Cemetery is hosting a free public Memorial Day program at 9 a.m. May 24.

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The Dixon Chamber of Commerce hosted the 148th annual Dixon May Fair Parade at 10 a.m. May 10. The parade featured 135 entries, with more than70 businesses and organizations represented.

May Fair Parade Winners had Flower Power

May 14, 2025 11:43AM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce hosted the 148th annual Dixon May Fair Parade at 10 a.m. May 10 throughout downtown Dixon.

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Carnival rides in both the public and kiddie carnival were provided by Butler Amusements.

Dixon May Fair Delights Community

May 14, 2025 11:33AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

The 148th annual Dixon May Fair from May 8 to 11 is a popular tradition that, according to May Fair CEO Patricia Conklin, takes approximately a year to organize.

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The Dixon May Fair came to a close at 10 p.m. May 11. Besides carnival rides and food vendors, the venue also offered a variety of live musical performances

Mark Your Calendars!

May 14, 2025 11:29AM ● By MPG Staff

Community Yard Sale, Cake Class, Grillin’ & Chillin’ and more

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Nytalia Boykin-Reek, a 10th-grader at Rodriguez High School, is an FFA exhibitor who shows sheep and participated in showmanship shows throughout the Dixon May Fair

Youth Get ‘Ag-tive’ at Dixon May Fair

May 13, 2025 04:41PM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

he Dixon May Fair, held from May 8 to 11, offered various entertainment options, including live music, carnival rides and a mechanical bull. However, for many children and parents alike, the livestock area served as the central hub of their fair experience.

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Alexssia Macalpin practices singing “Defying Gravity” from “Wicked” during a Solano Community College Chamber Choir rehearsal

Solano College Presents Free Movies Music Concert

May 07, 2025 10:11AM ● By Solano Community College News Release

Solano College Music will present a free year-end concert, “Music from the Movies,” at 7 p.m. May 13.

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Dixon Moose Lodge hosted its inaugural rummage sale

Dixon Moose Lodge Helping Community

May 07, 2025 09:55AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

Dixon Moose Lodge hosted a rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4 as one of many efforts undertaken to revitalize the lodge.

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Ruhstaller Farms is hosting its final line dancing session of 2025 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 5. Dinner, prepared by Taps Kitchen,

Pancakes, Books, and Rugby: Dixon’s Lineup of May-June Events

May 07, 2025 09:49AM ● By MPG Staff

Family Bake Sale, Karate Summer Camp, Line Dancing, and more

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Rep. Mike Thompson holding a certificate with Isabella Macias holding her art piece, winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition

Finalist for Fourth District’s 2025 Congressional Art Competition

May 07, 2025 09:42AM ● By Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

On May 4, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Isabella Macias, a sophomore at American Canyon High School, was chosen as California’s Fourth District winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition.

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Hoang Recognized as Five-Time Brand Ambassador of the Year

May 07, 2025 09:39AM ● By Kendall Brown

Peter Hoang of Pro Clips Salon has been in the hair care business for 20 years.

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Ruby Guzman Honored as Violet Richardson Awardee

May 07, 2025 09:36AM ● By Soroptimist International of Dixon News Release

Ruby Guzman, a senior at Dixon High School, spends countless hours giving back to others.

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Child pitching at a baseball game at the Dixon Little League Fun Day of Baseball event

Little League Hosts Fun Day of Baseball

May 07, 2025 09:31AM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

Dixon Little League’s Baseball Fun Day on May 3 was fun for all ages, while creating awareness of what the youth organization provides players.

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Clown at the Dixon May Fair greeting guests in line.

May Fair is This Weekend!

May 07, 2025 09:27AM ● By Dixon May Fair News Release

Once you get to the Dixon May Fair, which runs from Thursday through this Sunday, getting inside to enjoy the carnival rides and fair food is on the top of your mind.

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The Dixon Library staff gathered letters for military-connected children, youth and teens.

Dixon Library Supports Military-Connected Children

Apr 30, 2025 10:20AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

April was designated as the Month of the Military Child in 1986 by former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberg.

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Volunteers at the Annual Earth Day Cleanup in Solano County

Solano County Volunteers Participate in the 2025 Earth Day Cleanup

Apr 30, 2025 10:14AM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

Despite a chilly morning with cloud cover and scattered rain, 212 dedicated volunteers came together across Solano County to make a significant difference at the annual Earth Day Cleanup.

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Baseball themed float decorates with balloons during festivities

Baseball Family Fun Day

Apr 30, 2025 10:05AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon Library Book Club, Baseball Family Fun Day, Mother’s Day Celebration and more

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Rob White of Lewis Management Corp. Announced as Guest Speaker

Apr 30, 2025 10:02AM ● By Dixon Women’s Improvement Club News Release

Rob White, vice president of Lewis Management Corp., was the featured guest speaker at the Dixon Women’s Improvement Club’s April general meeting. He shared information on the proposed development, The Harvest in Dixon.

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Volleyball Tournament game set up with nets and players

Palomino Hosts Volleyball Tournament

Apr 30, 2025 10:00AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

On April 27, 48 teams competed in the 2025 Season Opener Revco Doubles Blast at Northwest Park.

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The School of Rock Vacaville House Band will perform at the Dixon May Fair

Dixon May Fair Offers Variety of Musical Shows

Apr 30, 2025 09:43AM ● By MPG Staff

There will be plenty of music for all ages at the Dixon May Fair.

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The Dixon May Fair is coming to town with live entertainment, Carnival rides, and food

Dixon May Fair Almost Here

Apr 30, 2025 09:38AM ● By MPG Staff

The Dixon May Fair from May 8 to May 11 is a great value for entertainment in the area.

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Council Considering Cannabis Business Pilot Program Status

Apr 30, 2025 09:35AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Dixon City Council held a special meeting April 7 to discuss the city’s Cannabis Business Pilot Program, which has been in effect since 2017.

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Posters and balloons welcome the foreign exchange student

To Learn a New Culture

Apr 30, 2025 09:33AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Historical Society hosted a presentation on the American Field Service (AFS) Dixon Chapter, started by the Woodman family.

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11th Annual Earth Day Cleanup is Set with 11 Sites

Apr 23, 2025 09:24AM ● By Solano Resource Conservation District News Release

Which Will You Attend?

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Toastmasters Tell Tall Tales

Apr 23, 2025 09:21AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit organization focused on educating the masses about public speaking and leadership skills worldwide, with more than 14,000 clubs.

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LaPortes Host Egg-stravagant Easter

Apr 23, 2025 09:17AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

The inaugural Dixon Egg-stravaganza held from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. April 19 at Northwest Park, West H Street offered raffle prizes, arts and crafts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, and more than 8,000 eggs up for grabs.

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Moose Lodge Rummage Sale Includes Delicious Tacos

Apr 23, 2025 09:14AM ● By Dixon Moose Lodge News Release

Come to the Moose Lodge and find your treasure at the first annual Dixon Moose Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 4, behind the Dixon Moose Lodge, 180 W. B St.

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At the Dixon Women Improvement Club dinner there will be food and raffle prizes, participants will also have access to a silent auction including wines, jewelry and more

Community Events, Take Back Day & More

Apr 23, 2025 09:12AM ● By MPG Staff

Mother’s Day Celebration, Chamber Connections Networking, Take Back Day and more

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Dixon May Fair Carnival rides, carnival food, and family-friendly entertainment.

Dixon May Fair Will Be Fun for All

Apr 23, 2025 09:03AM ● By Dixon May Fair News Release

Dixon May Fair, the oldest fair in California, will open its gates for the 148th time on May 8 to May 11 with all the excitement of carnival rides, live music, fair food and competition. It’s time now to gather with family and friends and enjoy this tradition.

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