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Dixon Week in Review: Headlines you might have missed this week

Just in case you missed anything, here's a look back at this week's headlines for Dixon.

Here's a few things we covered this week, just incase you missed anything.

Local boy Nick Watney celebrated at No. 18 at Bethpage Black Sunday. Watney won The Barclays Tournament with 10-under performance over four rounds and now has a shot at the Tour Championship and is in the conversation as a Ryder Cup selection.

Dixon firefighters have spent much of August fighting wildland fires on strike teams throughout Northern California, where more than 70,000 acres are on fire. Featuring photos sent from their journey. 

Burglars can gain access to your garage in less than 10 seconds and there has been a spike in break-ins in Dixon this year. Includes tips on safegaurding your home.

New study details giving by ZIP Code and finds areas with more GOP voters are more likely to support charities.

Pheasant, duck and turkey hunting seasons are just around the corner. The Dixon Game Club is offering a couple of safety classes for kids this month.

Prepare for the three-day weekend knowing what services won't be available Monday.

Dixon Ridge Farms was honored with one of only 12 awards, as the Most Sustainable Agriculture Champion, for its 1,250 acre walnut farming operation.

NEXT WEEK:

Dixon Montessori Charter School running club (K-8) will be participating in the Davis Labor Day 5k Race, look for photos and student stats.

Dixon Teen Center is expanding hours and programs, Pawn Stars reality show stars come to town at the 7th Annual Renegade Rendezvous Bike Show & Tattoo Expo at the fairgrounds and more. 

 

 

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Greg Coppes June 12, 2013 at 05:07 pm
a Auto parts store. An O'reilly's I'm pretty sure
Shawn June 12, 2013 at 07:16 pm
Didn't O'Reilly's just close on the other side of town? There's a 'for lease' sign on the building.
Lindsey Hickman June 16, 2013 at 12:32 am
It is indeed an O'Reilly's Auto Parts, relocating from the Pitt School Road/Market Lane location,Read More per Dixon City Hall.
Dan Mattingly May 31, 2013 at 02:58 pm
Great to see the 4th graders getting ready for their 5th grade camp at Alliance Redwoods. I took myRead More 6th graders there for many years and Alliance has an outstanding program that keeps the kids focused on environmental education and stewardship. The night hike through the redwoods was always their favorite (along with the zip line). Note: No need to bring snacks as the dining hall meals has everything you will need, but you may want to bring some extra money for the gift shop. Dan Mattingly/Retired Teacher
Dan Mattingly May 31, 2013 at 02:49 pm
Thanks for the post Dean. The Dixon VFW has contributed several thousand dollars so far to bothRead More homes in Dixon and will be contributing a lot more in the future for these Vets. The housing program is managed by the North Bay Coummity Action Council (formerly known as the Fairfield/Suisun CAC). The Vets are very grateful for all the community support. Dan Mattingly/Dixon Quartermaster/VFW Post 8151
Dean M. Manley June 2, 2013 at 04:00 pm
One project we are trying to get funding or donations for is we need approximately 50 cubic yards ofRead More top soil to even out the back and side yards and bring them up even with the patio in the back.
Dan Mattingly June 3, 2013 at 01:38 pm
Hi Dean. Come to the next VFW meeting. I'm sure the members will support this. You might want toRead More get an estimate from Dixon Landscape Materials for a fill dirt load.