Vacaville CA Local Area News & Events – Page 2

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Solano board supports federal workweek standard for sheep, goat herders

FAIRFIELD — The Solano County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution Tuesday supporting the federal 48-hour workweek standard for sheep and goat herders. The unanimous vote was part of the board’s consent agenda and was brought to the supervisors for consideration by Chairman John Vasquez, a supporter of Superior Farms, the largest lamb processing facility… Keep Reading

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Solano supervisors shine light on Alzheimer’s ‘Longest Day’

FAIRFIELD — There are about 7,000 Solano County residents who live with Alzheimer’s disease, and about 650,000 in the state. Bob Panzer, a local advocate who lost his mother to the disease, said that number could more than double by 2030. “And minorities are at the highest risk of getting the disease, but are less… Keep Reading

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Longterm I-80 Ramp Closures Near Cal Maritime In Vallejo

VALLEJO, CA — Caltrans expects the long-term closure of two freeway onramps near California State University, Maritime Academy in Vallejo to start Friday to accommodate pre-construction work on the Interstate 80/State Route 29 Separation Bridge project. For public and worker safety, the Sequoia Avenue and SR-29/Sonoma Boulevard onramps to westbound I-80 will be closed from… Keep Reading

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National Night Out returns to Solano in early August

FAIRFIELD — National Night Out returns Aug. 3 when local leaders and agencies engage with the community at neighborhood block parties and family events. The city of Fairfield invites all residents to participate in this year’s event. City officials, the Police and Fire departments, along with community organizations and neighborhood groups also participate. Residents are… Keep Reading

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Gold Mine June 2021: My Friend’s House helps homeless youth reconnect

VACAVILLE — My Friend’s House is here to meet the immediate needs of local homeless and at-risk youth before they become victims of drugs, street gangs, sex trafficking or jail. The organization does this by helping youth connect to trusted adult mentors and by providing safe, fun, issue-specific support groups and giving youth access to… Keep Reading

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At the Movie: Plenty of pictures to pick from in early summer box office

FAIRFIELD — There’s plenty to choose from as the summer movie season kicks into high gear. Mark Wahlberg stars in the thriller “Infinite,” the story of a man haunted by his memory. Self-medicated and on the brink of a mental breakdown, a secret group that calls themselves “Infinites” come to his rescue, revealing to him that… Keep Reading

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Still hot today, but cooldown is starting

June 4, 2021 – Above normal temperatures with dry conditions will continue through the week. Cooling trend will begin this weekend with near normal temperatures returning around Monday. Mostly clear skies overhead tonight with GOES-West infrared picking up just a few high clouds in far northwest Shasta County. Bit of a Delta breeze overnight with… Keep Reading

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Solano students receive work-ready recognition

FAIRFIELD — Twenty-seven local high school students have been recognized for completing the Work-Ready! Certification program. “We are proud of our students for their dedication to furthering their skill set in preparation for work and post-secondary education,” Superintendent of Schools Lisette Estrella-Henderson said in a statement. “We are grateful for our continued partnership with our… Keep Reading

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Here’s The Largest Home For Sale In The Benicia, Vallejo Area

VALLEJO, CA — The largest home currently for sale in the Benicia, Vallejo area will set you back $1.65 million, or $261 per square foot. For the price, buyers will get a three-story, 6,325-square-foot custom home with four bedrooms and five and a half baths. The contemporary-style residence comes with an elevator and a pool… Keep Reading

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Unwelcomed Guest: Family Goat Killed By Bear In Solano County

SOLANO COUNTY (CBS13) – The Flores ranch in rural Solano County was quiet Wednesday afternoon, but they had a rude and ravaging ruckus that happened at around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday night, according to the Solano County Sheriff’s Office. “I thought it was probably like a cat or something, but I was told it was one… Keep Reading