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The club gave audiences a rare opportunity to watch the series’ first episode before its full release   By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   On April 24, The Environmental Committee of the Davis Sunrise Rotary Club hosted a screening for the first part of an expected four-part documentary series “Climate Restorers,” directed by John Bowey […]

Dignity Health recently reached an agreement with Aetna in response to an expired contract    By OLIVIA HOKR — city@theaggie.org    Dignity Health recently announced that they reached a multi-year agreement that will help return healthcare services for the 16,000 Yolo County residents who lost access to their providers over a contract expiration.  “Dignity Health […]

The city and campus community dedicate mental health forum and bench memorial to Najm By EMMA CONDIT AND CHRIS PONCE — city@theaggie.org On Monday, April 29, shortly after the one-year anniversary of last spring’s stabbings — which left two dead and one severely injured — friends, family and other members of the Davis community gathered […]

The student-run organization Aggie House is among the select recipients of this award   By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   On April 9, nominees for the Thong Hy Huynh Awards were ratified by members of the Davis City Council. With categories for award recipients 18 and over, under 18 and Community Organizations, Aggie House was […]

After eight weeks of training, the city of Davis Fire Department expands fire team    By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org    The Davis Fire Department recently swore in four new firefighters after an eight-week training program.  The city of Davis Fire Department partnered with the West Valley Regional Training Consortium to coordinate and oversee all […]

Blanketeers gather to provide handmade blankets for children in need   By OLIVIA HOKR — city@theaggie.org    On April 10, the Yolo County chapter of Project Linus met at the Davis Senior Center to help make blankets for children in need. Project Linus, inspired by the character Linus from “Peanuts” and his comfort blanket, is […]

The city of Davis commission made recommendations at a recent meeting    By HANNAH SCHRADER — city@theaggie.org   On April 1, during a city of Davis Police Accountability Commission meeting, the facial recognition subcommittee proposed information and their recommendations regarding a ban on this software to the commission.  The facial recognition subcommittee is composed of […]

Family-owned neighborhood store now features over 15 vendors offering vintage clothing, handmade accessories and jewelry in-store   By ALEXANDRA SHAPIRO — city@theaggie.org   Davis’ Neighborhood Market, founded in 2022, is held every other Saturday afternoon. The pop-up was initially held at University Mall but has since moved to G Street. The market started with six […]

Davis library forum held to discuss trans people in female sports   By HANNAH SCHRADER — city@theaggie.org   The Moms for Liberty Yolo County chapter held a public forum with guest speakers on April 13 to discuss alleged gender discrimination in the California Interscholastic Federation’s (CIF) policy. The event was held at the Mary L. […]

The Davis Police Department is investigating the occurrences as hate crimes    By CHRIS PONCE — city@theaggie.org   On April 15, the city of Davis Police Department announced they are investigating two incidents, one of which was caught on camera, of a suspect or suspects who vandalized Israeli flags that were hung at residents’ homes. […]

The festival gathers the flavors, music and culture of the city’s diverse community   By MATTHEW MCELDOWNEY — city@theaggie.org   Returning to Sudwerk Brewing Company for The Davis Cherry Blossom Festival, an impressive turnout of artists, musicians and families came out to appreciate the culture of Davis’ diverse Asian American community. From April 13 to […]

Davis recognizes local business, individuals and nonprofit organizations that promote the environment   By ALMA CULVERWELL — city@theaggie.org    The city of Davis announced the deadline for its 30th Annual Environmental Recognition Awards nominations was March 20 and winners were announced on April 16. The environmental awards seek to appreciate people or businesses that have […]