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Sudwerk Brewing Co. hosted a party for KDRT’s anniversary   By OLIVIA HOKR — city@theaggie.org   Davis Media Access (DMA) is a non-profit that began in 1988 with a singular local cable access channel known as Davis Community Television (DCTV). After more than 35 years of business, DMA has since incorporated an additional cable access […]

Talented skaters shred the ramps, rails and refrigerators of the Davis Ditch at an event put on by the N-Men skate group   By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org The N-Men, a Sacramento skate group that has been skating since 1974, hosted their annual Non-Test skating competition on Oct. 13. Skaters of all ages gathered at […]

Celebrating four decades of artistic innovation, the event brings together renowned painters for dialogue, reflection and creative exchange in Davis   By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org   The John Natsoulas Gallery hosted its 15th annual Art of Painting in the 21st Century Conference on Saturday, Oct. 12. This event has become a significant part of […]

The event brought together local musicians, dancers and students    By RORY CONLON — city@theaggie.org   Peregrine School, a Davis preschool and elementary school, hosted the Multicultural Arts & Music Festival on Oct. 12. The event featured student artwork and performances from local Davis musicians, dancers and Taiko drummers.  Peregrine School students, who range from […]

The Barn Dance fundraiser was held on Oct. 5 and showcased live music, dance lessons and booths    By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   Over 250 attendees from the Davis community came together to line dance for a cause on Oct. 5. For 25 dollars a ticket, attendees got to enjoy live music from Moonshine […]

The Arroyo Park Renovation Project, originally started in 2021, recently completed   By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org   The city of Davis completed a new shade structure project at Arroyo Park to provide West Davis residents with an enhanced outdoor space for leisure and gatherings.  Located in the heart of Arroyo Park, the new structure […]

Local businesses sold food, drinks, plants and clothes at recent event on Olive Drive   By RORY CONLON — rhconlon@ucdavis.edu Volt Coffee, Tea & Taps hosted their first “Small Business Sundays” event in collaboration with The Growing Groves Plant Shop, Yesterday Vintage and Guads Tacos & Beer on Oct. 6. At the event, Davis community […]

The art and cultural exchange non-profit hosted International Festival on Oct. 6 which included food, dance and a backyard concert   By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   To celebrate 40 years of cultural immersion, International House Davis hosted the International Festival known as “ifest” that brings the community together to celebrate its differences. Set for […]

Through educational workshops and information sessions, a variety of organizations work together to share essential knowledge with prospective voters   By OLIVIA HOKR — city@theaggie.org Yolo County hosted a Voter Education Workshop on Oct. 2 as well as a second informational session on Oct. 9 in Davis. These outreach and informational events are held in […]

As November nears, the city news desk created a voter guide for Davis residents to make informed decisions about the local candidates and measures on their ballot   By THE CITY NEWS DESK — city@theaggie.org   Linda Deos: Linda Deos is running for the Davis City Council in District 2. For the last few years, […]

Police Chief Darren Pytel to retire after 41 Years, Deputy Chief Todd Henry named successor    By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org   After a 41-year career at the Davis Police Department, Police Chief Darren Pytel recently announced his retirement, scheduled for Oct. 17, 2024. Pytel’s retirement marks the end of an era for the city, […]

The three candidates running for District 2 discussed their positions on hot topics during a forum held by the League of Women Voters    By RORY CONLON — city@theaggie.org   The three Davis City Council candidates running for District 2 discussed plans to make housing more affordable, support business owners and engage with UC Davis […]