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Girls Encouraged to Play Flag Football

Sep 10, 2025 09:30AM ● By Kendall Brown

A small group of young athletes gathered the morning of Sept. 7 at Game Fit Dixon for the Girls Flag Football Elite Team Training Camp, a skills evaluation session aimed at developing competitive all-girls teams in the Yolo and Solano county areas.

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Kids playing with a ping pong table
Annual Buddy Bash to Celebrate Teen Volunteers

Sep 03, 2025 05:22PM ● By Kendall Brown

Team Dixon will host its annual Buddy Bash from 3 to 6 p.m. Sept. 6.

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Kids play with pumpkins
Home Show Marks 10 Years

Sep 03, 2025 04:50PM ● By Kendall Brown

The Solano County Fall Home & Garden Show will return to the Dixon Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 20 and 21.

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Grace Fellowship Church of Dixon is kicking off Grace Kids Club
Mark Your Calendars!

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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The Dixon Public Library hosts two adult-oriented book clubs
September Events at Dixon Library for Teens and Adults

Aug 20, 2025 08:48AM ● By Kendall Brown

Throughout September, Dixon Public Library is hosting several events aimed at educating and uplifting both teens and adults as the holiday season approaches.

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Dixon High School Football Varsity and Junior Varsity boys helped distribute wood chips
Dixon High Football Helps Library

Aug 19, 2025 02:47PM ● By Kendall Brown

On Aug. 1, Dixon High School Football Varsity and Junior Varsity boys helped distribute wood chips at the Dixon Library Community Garden, 230 N. First St.

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Dixon Community Theater board members
Set Sail with Kid-Friendly ‘Treasure Island’

Aug 19, 2025 02:43PM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Community Theater is charting a new course this fall with its upcoming production of “Treasure Island,” a youth-focused adaptation of the Robert Louis Stevenson classic.

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Kiwanis Club of Dixon volunteers hold a club flag
Mark Your Calendars!

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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The 14th annual Solano County Constitution Essay Contest, now titled the Constitution Literacy Youth Scholarship program, is underway for 2025
Solano County Constitution Essay Contest Returns

Aug 13, 2025 11:26AM ● By Kendall Brown

Contest Returns with Focus on Separation of Powers

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Dixon Moose Lodge is hosting a BBQ Night
Mark Your Calendars!

Aug 13, 2025 11:20AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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high school football game player and cheerleaders
Dixon High School Gears Up

Aug 13, 2025 10:56AM ● By Kendall Brown

Full Fall Sports Lineup Underway

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Dixon Unified School District Staff greeted attendees
Backpack To Basics

Aug 06, 2025 08:29AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Unified School District’s (DUSD) third annual Backpack to the Future Back to School Festival has come to a close.

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The Northern California band Helios will perform
Mark your Calendars!

Aug 06, 2025 08:26AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening around town!

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The Dixon Dolphins Swim Team concluded its summer season
Dixon Dolphins Make a Splash

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

The Dixon Dolphins Swim Team concluded its summer season with a strong showing at the Meet of Champions that was held Aug. 2 and 3 at the Roseville Aquatic Complex.

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Pat Grannucci Aquatic Center
Mark Your Calendars!

Jul 30, 2025 02:43PM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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Many local organizations will be in attendance at the annual Backpack to the Future Festival, including Dixon Library staff.
Backpack to the Future

Jul 30, 2025 08:48AM ● By Kendall Brown

The Dixon Unified School District will host its annual Backpack to the Future Festival from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 2 at Pardi Plaza, 132 E. A St.

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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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Kids show off their art work during the fourth of July coloring contest
Fourth of July Coloring Contest Draws Happy Kids

Jul 09, 2025 09:47AM ● By Kendall Brown

On July 4, the heart of Dixon was awash in color and community spirit as Diana Ramirez of Magic Mortgage, Lisa Castillo of Castillo’s Legal Life Support and Crystal Rico Farmers Insurance jointly hosted a festive “Fourth of July Coloring Contest” at their offices at 1170 N. Lincoln St.

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The 2025 Safe and Sane fireworks booth locations have been announced.
Mark Your Calendars

Jul 02, 2025 09:15AM ● By MPG Staff

Take a look at what's happening in town!

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Cody Barr is pictured being presented his certificate by Dixon Rotary President Marlene Vega
Cody Barr Awarded $27,000 Multi-Year Scholarship

Jun 25, 2025 09:07AM ● By Rotary Club of Dixon News Release

Cody Barr, Dixon High School Class of 2025 graduate, is the Ernie and Mary Weyand Dixon Rotary Foundation Scholarship recipient for $27,000.

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Kids being taught, riding horses at riding camp
Campers Immersed in Everything Horsey

Jun 25, 2025 09:03AM ● By Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

Summer is finally here, and with it comes the opportunity to either pursue new experiences or reinforce previous interests. Four Star Farm, at 7445 Pitt School Road, is offering a riding camp for 7- to 14-year-olds with this in mind.

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Color and art
Student Artists Shine in 2025 Clean Air Calendar Art Contest

Jun 18, 2025 12:58PM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District announces the winners.

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Students holding up their awards/scholarships
May Fair Names Scholarship Recipients

Jun 18, 2025 12:49PM ● By Kathy Keatley Garvey, UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology

The Friends of the Dixon May Fair has awarded a total of $29,000 in college scholarships to seven Solano County residents who are majoring in an agricultural field.

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Students
Dixon Rotary Scholarship Awardees Announced

Jun 18, 2025 12:37PM ● By Rotary Club of Dixon News Release

These students were carefully selected based on their academic achievements, commitment to personal goals and dedication to community service.

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High School Graduation
Dixon High Graduates Look to the Future

Jun 11, 2025 10:36AM ● By Story by Kendall Brown and photos by Nicolas Brown

Held at Finney Field, 555 College Way, the event honored 234 Dixon High seniors, including 16 distinguished scholars and 21 students who earned their state Seal of Biliteracy.

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High School seniors graduation ceremony
Maine Prairie High Honors Graduates

Jun 11, 2025 10:29AM ● By Kendall Brown

Held at the Dixon Community Performing Arts Center, 555 College Way, the event recognized 31 Maine Prairie High seniors.

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Mixer Party
Mark Your Calendars!

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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Kid in Gloves Gardening
County Champions World Environment Day

Jun 11, 2025 09:09AM ● By Solano County Cleanup News Release

This annual event underscores Solano Resource Conservation District’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and community involvement.

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Soroptimist International of Dixon hosted a luncheon in May, in which they honored a collective of 13 Dixon and Maine Prairie High School seniors with scholarships
Soroptimists Gives $16,000-Plus in Scholarships

Jun 04, 2025 08:49AM ● By Kendall Brown

Soroptimist International of Dixon honored 13 graduating seniors from both Dixon High School and Maine Prairie High School at a Soroptimist luncheon May 15.

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The full cast of Alice’s Wonderland made their first public appearance in costume at the Dixon May Fair Parade
Preparing for Premiere Day

Jun 04, 2025 08:27AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon Community Theater’s production of “Alice’s Wonderland “will premiere at 6:30 p.m. June 13. Hosted at Dixon Performing Arts Center, 555 College Way, the musical will be an original production co-written by Kelly Pidgeon James and Cheryl Sommers.

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2025 Student Leadership Council graduates were recognized at an end-of-year town hall and graduation ceremony hosted at the University of California
Thompson Hosts Town Hall and Honors 2025 Student Leadership Council Graduates

May 29, 2025 10:09AM ● By Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

Saturday, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) and Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry recognized the 2025 Student Leadership Council graduates at an end-of-year town hall and graduation ceremony hosted at the University of California, Davis.

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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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In early June, both Dixon High School and Maine Prairie High School are hosting graduation ceremonies to honor the Class of 2025
Graduation Time is Here

May 29, 2025 10:02AM ● By Kendall Brown

In early June, both Dixon High School and Maine Prairie High School will be hosting graduation ceremonies to honor the Class of 2025.

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Organizations such as Neighborhood Christian School, 955 E A St., and Ramtown Karate, 1680 N. Lincoln St., are hosting kids’ summer camps
Gearing Up for Summer Fun

May 29, 2025 09:59AM ● By Kendall Brown

Dixon is gearing up for a summer filled with community celebrations, cultural events and family-friendly activities.

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