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Cool Patch Honors First Responders

Sep 25, 2024 03:27PM ● By Debra Dingman

Cool Patch Pumpkins is a family owned and operated you-pick pumpkin patch and home to the Guinness Book of World Records for the World's Largest Corn Maze, but this past weekend, a hundred first responders were there to be honored for their work.

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Dixon News Briefs 9-27-24

Sep 25, 2024 03:11PM ● By MPG Staff

Community Garden, City Council, Meet Loaf Mania and more.

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No Ticket Needed

Sep 25, 2024 02:49PM ● By Angela Underwood

It's a free movie, at that. The Dixon Parks and Recreation Department's Movies in the Park family-friendly Universal and Pixar lineup is back.

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“American Pickers” to Film in California

Sep 18, 2024 01:54PM ● By Cineflix Productions News Release

They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in November 2024

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Conference Offers Hope, Help for Marriages

Sep 18, 2024 12:52PM ● By MPG Staff

For more than a million people, the Weekend to Remember conference has been a turning point in their marriage. After several years of hosting the popular marriage conference online, the organization is returning to an in-person gathering not far from Dixon and reservations are now being taken.

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Blind Seniors Enjoy Tasty Visit to Brazelton Ranch in Vacaville

Sep 18, 2024 12:40PM ● By Lions Center for the Visually Impaired News Release

A group of 21 clients, volunteers and staff from the Pittsburg-based Lions Center for the Visually Impaired (LCVI) visited the historic Brazelton Ranch fruit stand and were greeted by a smiling host William Brazelton.

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Dixon News Briefs 9-20-24

Sep 18, 2024 12:15PM ● By MPG Staff

Parks and recreation, POW Recognition day, Library Soccer and more

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Solano County to Open Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund Grant

Sep 12, 2024 04:47PM ● By Solano County News Release

Solano County Parks, in coordination with Solano County Parks and Recreation Commission, is pleased to announce the official launch of the fiscal year 2024-2025 Fish and Wildlife Propagation Fund grant cycle, which began Sept. 7.

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Ford Mustang Celebrates 60 Years

Sep 12, 2024 04:27PM ● By Ford Fairfield News Release

Celebration Sunday, Sept. 15th at Ford Fairfield

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Dixon News Briefs 9-13-24

Sep 12, 2024 04:16PM ● By MPG Staff

City Council, Senior Resource Fair, Veterans Fundraiser and more!

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Chugging Along at Dixon Train Days

Sep 12, 2024 03:57PM ● By MPG Staff

September should have been a bit cooler choice to feature Dixon Train Days, but even with the 100-degree weather, locomotive lovers came out in downtown Dixon to enjoy pioneering experiences and some even found gold.

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Come One, Come All…

Sep 06, 2024 03:02PM ● By T-Rock Communications News Release

Community is Invited to Celebrate California Admission Day with Free Cake & Ice Cream at the State Capitol on Sept. 9

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Dixon News Brief 9-6-24

Sep 05, 2024 04:52PM ● By MPG Staff

Veterans Dinner, Friday Night Football, Dixon Library Book Club and More.

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Dixon’s Past Has Bright Future

Sep 05, 2024 04:23PM ● By Angela Underwood

The Dixon Historical Society works hard to keep the past available to the public.

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Dixon Scouts Ascend Mt. Baldy

Sep 05, 2024 04:15PM ● By Debra Dingman

Blisters were not mentioned but a friendly burro seemed to be a definite highlight for the boys of Dixon’s Troop 152, who recently returned from a 10-day hike in the Northern New Mexico mountains.

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Dixon News Brief 8-30-24

Aug 29, 2024 04:18PM ● By MPG Staff

Mural Ribbon Cutting, Veterans Dinner, Pub Kats at Pardi Plaza and more.

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Home & Garden Show Returns

Aug 27, 2024 05:00PM ● By Shawna Arzadon

The Solano County Home & Garden Show is back on Saturday, Sept. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 22

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SacRT Awarded Three Grants to Help Connect Communities

Aug 23, 2024 01:42PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is proud to announce it’s the recipient of three Caltrans Sustainable Community grants totaling nearly $1 million

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New Report Estimates Potential Water Losses

Aug 21, 2024 04:59PM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On July 31, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) released its final 2023 State Water Project (SWP) Delivery Capability Report

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Dixon History Mural to Debut with Fanfare

Aug 21, 2024 03:56PM ● By Debra Dingman

The public is invited to share in the ribbon-cutting ceremony when the Dixon Historical Society unveils the completed artwork, 'The History of Dixon'

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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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Auditions Announced for Robin Hood, the Musical

Aug 20, 2024 09:16AM ● By Winters Theatre Company News Release

Winters Theatre Company will audition male and female actors, singers and dancers, ages 12 and up, for “Robin Hood, the Musical” at 7 p.m. Sept. 20 and 21

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Tuleyome Tale – Safe Summer Hiking

Aug 20, 2024 09:10AM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Heading outdoors, even during the heat of summer, is not only possible but with a little preparation it can be safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling

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Winters Theatre Company Announces 10-Minute Play Script Submissions

Aug 14, 2024 01:40PM ● By Winters Theatre Company News Release

The Winters Theatre Company invites you to submit original scripts for consideration in our annual 10-minute play festival to be held the weekends of Feb. 28 through March 1 and March 7 and 8, 2025

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Dixon News Briefs 8-16-24

Aug 14, 2024 01:22PM ● By MPG Staff

T-Shirt Fundraiser, Hold 'em Poker, Fresh Flowers and More

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Concert Series Heats Up Summer

Aug 14, 2024 12:17PM ● By Angela Underwood

Dixon Chamber of Commerce President Shauna Manina has a history with music. Manina planned public concerts in Vacaville for nearly three decades before bringing bands into Dixon

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Circus Vargas Returns with the Ultimate Entertainment Extravaganza

Aug 14, 2024 11:57AM ● By Circus Vargas News Release

Get ready to witness the most extraordinary display of talent and wonder under the Big Top. Circus Vargas is back with its all-new 2024 production, ‘Jubilé! An Epic World Celebration!’

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Coastal Cleanup Around the Corner

Aug 14, 2024 11:18AM ● By Angela Underwood

Pond C is about to see some TLC

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Wine & Art Stroll Pays Tribute to Late Dixon Figure

Aug 09, 2024 12:23PM ● By Ben Edokpayi

On Aug. 17, wine and food connoisseurs will flock to downtown Dixon for the second edition, post the Coronavirus era, for the Annual Wine and Art Stroll event, an annual celebration that makes Dixon one of America’s special small towns.

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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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Dixon News Briefs 8-9-24

Aug 09, 2024 10:56AM ● By MPG Staff

Dixon News Brief for the week of Aug. 9, 2024.

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Lions Poker Night Fundraiser!

Aug 09, 2024 10:33AM ● By Dixon Lions Club News Release

The Dixon Lions Club 16th annual, extremely popular, Texas Hold-Em Poker Night Fundraiser will be held Saturday, Aug. 17, at the Downtown Olde Vets Hall open to anyone 21 and older.

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Tournament Benefits Team USA

Aug 07, 2024 02:24PM ● By Debra Dingman

Ramtown Karate students were participating in an athletic tournament for the purpose of raising money for the five Northern California Jr. Team USA members including Dixon’s Anna Anderson, going to the Pan American Championships to be held in Brazil the last week of August

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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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Dixon News Briefs 8-2-24

Aug 05, 2024 10:38AM ● By By MPG Staff

Dixon News Brief for the week of 8-2-24

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