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Daily Archives - August 9, 2010

August 9 2010 Archives

Yolo County suspends decision on KDVS tower

City NewsAugust 9, 2010
The decision to construct a 365-foot radio tower on a Yolo County landfill has been put on hold after a 3-2 vote by the county’s Board of Supervisors last Tuesday.

Yolo County libraries receive thousands of dollars

City NewsAugust 9, 2010
Libraries in Yolo County have been awarded $28,890 in funds through the Library Service and Technology Act (LSTA). The funds were allocated by the California State Library and the Institute of Museum and Library Services during the 2009-2010 fiscal year.

Women’s Soccer Preview

SportsAugust 9, 2010
Who to watch: Due to the departure of last year’s Big West scoring leader Rochelle VanBuskirk, the Aggies are going to have to find different ways to score. So far, coach Maryclaire Robinson is relying heavily on junior Rachel Kahn and senor Samantha Faber to provide key leadership.

Unitrans introduces revamped schedule to students, Davis riders

Campus NewsAugust 9, 2010
Last Monday Unitrans launched their new schedule for the 2010-2011 academic year, including a number of key changes, such as regular Sunday service for the first time ever.

UC president creates group to address issues of campus climate and inclusion

Campus NewsAugust 9, 2010
On June 16, UC President Mark Yudof named the 17 members that will comprise his UC Advisory Council on Campus Climate, Culture and Inclusion, the group tasked with determining effective methods for maintaining tolerance and inclusiveness across the UC system.

UC Davis pays settlement to whistleblower faculty member

Campus NewsAugust 9, 2010
On June 16, Dr. Amy Block Joy settled a claim that she was subjected to retaliation following her whistleblower complaint against a fellow employee in August 2006 with a payment of approximately $785,000, including paid administrative leave and placement in a new position.

UC Davis alumna nominated to California Supreme Court

FeaturesAugust 9, 2010
Even the Terminator realizes the power of the Aggies.

Study: Chemical in cocoa is good for the heart

Science & TechnologyAugust 9, 2010
Back in the 1500s, chocolate wasn’t the stuff of Hershey’s, it was medicine. The Spanish colonists believed cocoa drinks could cure ailments from dirty teeth to excessive flatulence. But the Spanish also claimed cocoa could help with heart problems – and they were right.

Police Briefs

City NewsAugust 9, 2010
THURSDAY: “Two birds, one stone”; “Likes: shanking, drug dealing”.

Invention leads to faster and cheaper HIV testing

Science & TechnologyAugust 9, 2010
According to a 2006 Centers for Disease Control report on HIV prevalence, more than a million people live with HIV in the United States. One in every five Americans with HIV is unaware of having the infection.

High school students play swashbuckling heroes in The Three Musketeers

Arts & CultureAugust 9, 2010
In a darkened Davis theater, an audience watches as colorful characters engage in sword fighting, comedy and adventure. No, it’s not another Pirates of the Caribbean movie – it’s a stage production of The Three Musketeers.

Charges dropped for student protester accused of battery of UCDPD officer

Campus NewsAugust 9, 2010
This past Friday charges were dropped against student protester Brienna Holmes for allegedly ‘resisting arrest’ and ‘battering’ Captain Joyce Souza of the UC Davis Police Department (UCDPD). The incident occurred during the protests against fee increases and budget cuts that resulted in the occupation of Mrak Hall last November.