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Collective art project brings together community, business and art The Davis Downtown Business Association (DDBA) launched a collective art project called Heart to Hearts that invites the community to create heart-shaped artwork in support of downtown Davis businesses. The opportunity to submit artwork opened on Jan. 25 and will close on Feb. 28. All proceeds […]

Plan is contingent on widespread COVID-19 testing availability and Yolo County moving out of the purple tier On Jan. 19 and Jan. 21, the Davis School Board held meetings to establish parameters for bringing students back to campus. In a statement released on Jan. 22, Davis Joint Unified School District Superintendent (DJUSD) John A. Bowes […]

The pandemic has posed challenges for providing shelter safely, leading some shelters to reduce vacancy On Jan. 19, the Sacramento City Council “adopted an emergency ordinance that significantly expands sheltering options for people experiencing homelessness,” according to a media release from the Sacramento City Express. The ordinance permits the City of Sacramento to approve the […]

City and county raise possibility of sanctioned campground with full services for homeless individuals Makeshift campsites set up by individuals experiencing homelessness have lined Covell Boulevard from F Street to the Cannery for many years, according to Davis Deputy Director of Police Services Deanne Machado. Machado said that the encampment has “ebbed and flowed in […]

This year’s virtual program included performances from local artists and youth as the city continues its commitment to social justice On Jan. 18, the City of Davis held its 27th annual celebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK). The program aired on DCTV Channel 15 and was broadcasted on KDRT 95.7 FM. It was […]

More vaccine doses are needed before the county can put this plan into effect As of Jan. 19, California’s updated plan to efficiently increase the distribution of vaccines now includes residents aged 65 and older being prioritized in Phase 1B Tier 1, according to a press release from Yolo County. “Currently, Yolo County is in […]

Black business owners call for government aid at both the local and state levels The economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted businesses across the nation. While some businesses were able to adapt to this new economic climate, other businesses had to reduce their hours of operation or close altogether. Black-owned businesses […]

Those pesky teens are hanging out on the rooftops again! January 5 “Respondent got into an argument with his friends who have since left; however, prior to leaving they smashed a microwave in the street.” January 9 “5-6 subjects on the roof with flashlights.” January 11 “Locked out on balcony, has keys, wonders if she […]

Local leaders explain how the plan will protect local species without hindering agriculture In November 2020, Yolo Habitat Conservancy’s Regional Conservation Investment Strategy/Local Conservation Plan (RCIS/LCP) was approved by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, becoming only the second approved plan in the state.  The Yolo Habitat Conservancy is a joint powers agency dedicated […]

Both contact tracing and tracking COVID-19 deaths help to inform Yolo County public health guidelines  Although contact tracing can be a useful tool for identifying and contacting people who might have been infected with COVID-19, local officials explain that current California contact tracing databases are experiencing difficulty in keeping up with the current surge.  A […]

As more contagious strains spread, experts urge residents to get tested frequently and adhere to public health guidelines On Jan. 12, an additional OptumServe mobile testing site opened in Yolo County for the entirety of January, making it easier for residents to get tested, according to a press release. The OptumServe testing sites are free […]

Organizers hope Tuesday Table continues as a food resource even post-pandemic Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic last March, Tuesday Table has been providing various essentials to the Davis and Yolo County communities. These essentials include—but are not limited to—food, books and other personal care items. Over the past few months, Tuesday Table has […]