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Dixon News Briefs

Dec 11, 2024 11:23AM ● By MPG Staff

The Wreath Project, Christmas Jug Band, Breakfast with Santa and more

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Council Approves Financial Auditing Firm Search

Dec 11, 2024 11:17AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Dixon City Council members considered a resolution at its Dec. 3 meeting to advertise a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a firm to provide auditing and reporting services for fiscal years 2024/25 through 2030/31.

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Dixon Family Services Provides Holiday Food

Dec 11, 2024 11:15AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

Dixon Family Services at 155 N. Second St., is a community-based, nonprofit organization serving Dixon and the wider rural area since 1984.

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Community Celebrates at Tree Lighting

Dec 11, 2024 11:10AM ● By Debra Dingman

The holiday season was celebrated similar to a city-wide Dixon reunion at last week’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival in downtown Dixon, filling nearly two blocks of fun and festivities for residents.

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Dixon Library Offers Holiday Events

Dec 04, 2024 01:32PM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

Dixon Library at 230 N. First St. is hosting several holiday-oriented events to promote community among Dixonites, something the organization has been doing for more than a century.

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News Briefs 12-6-24

Dec 04, 2024 01:25PM ● By MPG Staff

Book Club, Holiday Mingle, Christmas Gift Giveaway, Youth Rugby Camps and more

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‘Keep People Housed in Solano’

Dec 04, 2024 01:15PM ● By Solano County News Release

Solano County and Community Action Partnership (CAP) Solano Joint Powers Authority (JPA) is partnering with United Way California Capital Region to help prevent homelessness in area communities.

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The Season of Giving

Dec 04, 2024 01:09PM ● By Kendall Brown

The season of giving is upon Dixon, and with that comes the opportunity to spend time with family and reflect on the year’s events.

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Solano College Music Announces Deck the Halls Free Concert Dec. 3

Nov 29, 2024 04:18PM ● By Solano Community College Music News Release

Solano College Music is pleased to announce its winter concert, “Deck the Halls”, directed by Solano Community College Chamber Choir director Michael Reilly and Solano Community College Chamber Orchestra director Dr. Teri Yumae.

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Networking with the Chamber of Commerce

Nov 27, 2024 10:51AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

The Dixon Chamber of Commerce hosted a Chamber Connections networking event on Nov. 21 to offer Dixonites the chance to meet and connect with local professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners.

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Dixon News Briefs 11-29-24

Nov 27, 2024 10:47AM ● By MPG Staff

Pony Rides and Pictures with Santa, City Meetings Agenda, Small Business Grant Opportunity, Gretchen Higgins Food Drive and more

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Students Making the Grade

Nov 27, 2024 10:41AM ● By MPG Staff

Jessica Galles of Dixon earned a Master of Science in Cloud Computing Systems in the summer 2024 term and was named to the President's List at University of Maryland Global Campus.

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Dixon City Council Welcomes New Police Officer

Nov 27, 2024 10:37AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Nov. 19 Dixon City Council meeting, Dixon Police Chief Robert Thompson introduced Police Academy graduate Kevin Guaraldi, who swore the oath of office and officially joined the Dixon Police Department.

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Vaults of Dixon Help Students

Nov 27, 2024 10:35AM ● By Kendall Brown

Fulfilling basic needs at times can be difficult; food, water, clothing, sleep and shelter are the bare necessities for survival. Yet, some lack or are deprived of these needs for one reason or another.

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Boy Scout Troop 152 Supports Community

Nov 27, 2024 10:31AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Boy Scouts of America have a mission: to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lifetime.

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From Teaching to Tabletops

Nov 20, 2024 05:06PM ● By Rhodes Bautista

Local Moms Start Arcade in Dixon

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Thompson Announces New Staff Serving Solano County

Nov 20, 2024 05:04PM ● By Office of Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

On Nov. 20, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced that Will Duncan has joined his team to serve as a field representative covering Solano County, including Dixon, Vacaville and Rio Vista.

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NorthBay Health Opens New Urgent Care

Nov 20, 2024 05:01PM ● By NorthBay Health News Release

NorthBay Health, a leading healthcare system providing advanced and compassionate care to address critical, unmet healthcare needs throughout California’s North Bay, announced the opening of a new urgent care clinic in Dixon.

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Dixon News Briefs 11-22-24

Nov 20, 2024 04:57PM ● By MPG Staff

Annual Christmas Car Parade, Cars and Toys 2024, American Legion Meatloaf Dinner and more

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Visit Holiday Open House

Nov 20, 2024 04:44PM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

Downtown Dixon's annual Holiday Open House is back and merchants are ready to help you do your holiday shopping without ever hitting a freeway.

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Ramtown Karate Tournament Success

Nov 20, 2024 04:26PM ● By Kendall Brown

Ramtown Karate, 1680 N. Lincoln St., saw great success Nov. 2 at the 23rd Annual Ryukyukan International Karate and Kobudo Tournament.

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Hall of Fame Honors Alumni

Nov 20, 2024 04:04PM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

The Dixon Athletic Association hosted the Dixon High School Hall of Fame Nov. 9, commemorating the talented athletes that have graced Dixon High School’s hallowed halls over the decades. The

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'Robin Hood The Musical' Coming Soon!

Nov 13, 2024 12:58PM ● By Germaine Hupe

The members of the Winters Theatre Company will celebrate the holiday season with their production of “Robin Hood the Musical.”

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DA’s Office Receives Grant for Specialized DUI Prosecution Team

Nov 13, 2024 12:55PM ● By Solano County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Solano County District Attorney’s Office announced Nov. 4 that it has received a $382,534 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support a specialized prosecution team that handles alcohol- and drug-impaired driving cases.

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Dixon News Briefs 11-15-24

Nov 13, 2024 12:52PM ● By MPG Staff

Little League Pulled Pork Dinner, Olive Oil Tasting, Pancakes with Santa, Bunco Fundraiser and more

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Bank of Stockton Holds Grand Opening

Nov 13, 2024 12:42PM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Kendall Brown

Bank of Stockton, 2200 N. First St. officially opened on Nov. 4; this new branch in Dixon, the bank’s 21st overall, will complete a 21-branch footprint across 17 cities and within nine counties.

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City Council to Review Homeless Camping Ordinances

Nov 13, 2024 12:35PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Nov. 5 Dixon City Council meeting, city Treasurer James Ward presented a quarterly treasurer report, stating, “We’re in good financial shape.”

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Dixon High School Rallies for Veterans

Nov 13, 2024 12:33PM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

The spirit of patriotism lives on at Dixon High School as they celebrated Veterans Day with a rally.

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Halloween in Dixon

Nov 08, 2024 08:42AM ● By Kendall Brown, photos by Nicolas Brown

Downtown Dixon was awash with ghosts and ghouls as many businesses and organizations throughout town prepared for the beginning of a busy Halloween Night on Oct. 31.

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Thompson Hosts USDA Rural Development Roundtable for Solano County

Nov 06, 2024 09:44AM ● By Office of Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) recently partnered with leadership from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development (USDA RD) to host a roundtable with leaders from across Solano County.

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Dixon News Briefs 11-8-24

Nov 06, 2024 09:41AM ● By MPG Staff

Veterans Day, Robin Hood: The Musical, Toiletries Drive, Solano Luncheon and more

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Women: Protect Yourself from Fraud, Scams

Nov 06, 2024 09:32AM ● By Debra Dingman, photos by Debra Dingman

On Nov. 20, the Dixon Women's Improvement Club will hear a presentation that can help them protect themselves from fraud and scams.

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Heritage and the Holidays

Nov 06, 2024 09:28AM ● By Kendall Brown

National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated throughout November to honor Indigenous culture, traditions and achievements, including Native Alaskan and Hawaiian communities.

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Dixon Charter School to Receive Historic Moon Tree

Nov 06, 2024 09:19AM ● By Dixon Montessori Charter School News Release Press Release

Dixon Montessori Charter School (DMCS), at 355 N Almond St., is proud to announce that it has been selected to receive a Moon Tree, an extraordinary piece of space history and a symbol of the future of space exploration.

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Mighty Mites Go to the Playoffs

Nov 06, 2024 09:16AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines mighty to mean powerful, accomplished or great in extent or size. Each of these terms perfectly describes the whirlwind football season Coach Hayden Fry and his undefeated Mighty Mites have experienced.

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