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Phase one of the project will commence in the spring By SHRADDHA JHINGAN — city@theaggie.org   On Feb. 16, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for Aggie Square in Sacramento, according to an article from UC Davis. Over 200 people were in attendance for the event. “Aggie Square is where university, industry and community come together […]

California’s recent loss of a Congressional seat in the 2020 census shifts representation for Davis  By CHRIS PONCE  — city@theaggie.org After the new census data is released every 10 years, states must use these numbers to redraw districts. The results of the 2020 census have impacted the state of California, with one of the most […]

Detours for Unitrans buses is standard procedure during line obstructions, according to Unitrans general manager By RACHEL SHEY — city@theaggie.org   On Feb. 10, around 6 a.m., a road rage incident that occurred on Mace Boulevard caused Unitrans buses to temporarily reroute their lines. The dispute took place between two drivers and ultimately led to […]

The first phase includes electric vehicle fleet procurement as part of the Electrify Yolo Project  By CHRIS PONCE  — city@theaggie.org   The city of Davis has been undergoing environmental changes under the first phase of Electrify Yolo. This regional project is being led by Davis and one of its major goals is to expand the […]

UC Davis continues to require masks in indoor settings for vaccinated individuals   By SHRADDHA JHINGAN — city@theaggie.org   In a press release published on Feb. 28, the State of California changed masking requirements to a strong recommendation for vaccinated and unvaccinated people to remain masked in indoor public places. This announcement signaled the ending […]

Authorities report that a father opened fire resulting in the death of his three children and unknown victim near the Arden Arcade area By CHRIS PONCE  — city@theaggie.org Content Warning: This article contains descriptions of a fatal shooting and violence which some readers may find disturbing. On Feb. 28, local Sacramento authorities stated in a […]

By this year’s June election, Yolo County will adopt a voting system that aims to make voting more convenient By SOFIA BIREN — city@theaggie.org   The California Voter’s Choice Act (VCA) was passed in 2016 to modernize voting in the state . The model outlined in it requires that ballots be mailed out 28 days […]

The public health officer provides updates on Omicron variant in Yolo County By SHRADDHA JHINGAN — city@theaggie.org   After a one month hiatus due to the rise in COVID-19 Omicron cases, jury trials recommenced in Yolo County on Feb. 7. When the pandemic first hit in 2020, the Yolo Superior Court shifted to remote operations […]

Konditorei owners plan to relax and enjoy their oncoming retirement By RACHEL SHEY — city@theaggie.org Konditorei, a Davis mainstay for the past 32 years, is closing on Feb. 26. The pastry shop is an Austrian establishment, founded by Albert and Gloria Kutternig. The Kutternigs are retiring after decades of working at the pastry shop. They […]

The Yolo County Housing Authority and City of Davis are planning to attempt the project again next year with more preparation By LEVI GOLDSTEIN — city@theaggie.org The City of Davis, in partnership with the non-profit organization HEART of Davis, opened a temporary shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness at the Davis Migrant Center on Nov. 29, […]

The bench is positioned at G Street Plaza: the historic starting point of Davis By RACHEL SHEY — city@theaggie.org Local sculptor Wes Horn has created a new mosaic bench at G Street Plaza to honor Citizen of the Year Bob Bowen. The bench depicts Bowen riding a high wheel bicycle as well as some iconic […]

The program is aimed at encouraging participation in reading, which has numerous benefits  By SHRADDHA JHINGAN — city@theaggie.org Recently, the Yolo County Library launched a program called “52: A Yearlong Reading Journey.” This program encourages people to read more and offers a space for people to get book recommendations and to connect with other readers. […]