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UC Davis Nematology Doctoral Candidate Wins International Honor

UC Davis doctoral candidate Pallavi Shakya of the lab of nematologist Shahid Siddique won “Best Student/Early Career Talk” at the 36th Symposium of the European Society of Nematologists, held recently in Egmond aan Zee, The Netherlands.

The Bridge at West Gateway Opens

Brings 60 New Affordable Apartment Homes to West Sacramento

Youth Commission to Lead Summer Leadership Camp

19 Students Selected for Yolo Youth Commission; Registration Opens for Free Summer Leadership Camp

Nominations Sought for Democracy Works Award

Do you know of an individual, business or organization in Yolo County whose actions promote democracy? Let their work be known! Read More »

Board Adopts Response to Report on Oakdale Fire

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors adopted June 23 the County’s formal response to the Civil Grand Jury report regarding the July 1, 2025, Oakdale Fire near Esparto. Read More »

Will Arnold Appointed Yolo County Director of Communications

Yolo County is pleased to announce the appointment of Will Arnold as director of communications and chief public information officer, effective June 15. Read More »

Yolo County Board of Supervisors Appoints Melinda Aiello as District Attorney

Following a public recruitment and interview process, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors appointed Melinda Aiello on June 23 to serve as Yolo County District Attorney for the remainder of the current term, which expires January 8, 2029. Read More »

Council Adopts O&M, Capital Projects Budget

City Council voted 4-0 at their June 17 meeting to adopt a resolution approving the city’s 2026-27 Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget. Read More »

Yolo Land Trust Urges Protection of Funding for Farmland Conservation

Proposed reductions to funding for the Sustainable Agricultural Lands Conservation (SALC) Program threaten future opportunities to permanently conserve working farms and ranches across the state. Read More »

Yolo County Begins Pavement Preservation Project

This summer, Yolo County Public Works will use a portion of state gas tax funding to resurface approximately 26 miles of roadway throughout Yolo County as part of the County’s 2026 Pavement Preservation Project. Read More »

City’s 40th Park Opens

On June 18, the City of West Sacramento celebrated the opening of the city’s 40th park, Washington Park, located at Sixth and E Streets. Read More »

California State Senate

California State Senate Celebrates the Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week

Senator Roger Niello (R-Fair Oaks) introduced Senate Resolution 112 to declare the week of June 14 through June 20, 2026, as Familial Adenomatous Polyposis Awareness Week in California. Read More »

Valley Broadcast Legends Scholarship Opportunity

The Valley Broadcast Legends (VBL), an organization comprised primarily of retired broadcasters, photographers and engineers, is pleased to offer two $500 scholarships to individuals pursuing careers in digital media. Read More »

Jacob Giribaldi and Peyton Chan Win the 58th County Junior Championship

The 58th Sacramento County Junior Championship was held June 15-16 at Mather Golf Course. Read More »

Softball Head Coach

UC Davis Softball Head Coach Erin Thorpe Announces Retirement

After 12 seasons leading the UC Davis softball program and almost three decades in collegiate coaching, UC Davis Softball Head Coach Erin Thorpe has announced her retirement from coaching. Read More »

72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel over July 4th Week Despite Higher Fuel Prices

AAA projects 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home for Independence Day between Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, July 5. Read More »

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Sacramento State Men’s Soccer Announces New Schedule for New-Look 2026

The Sacramento State men’s soccer program announced a 17-match regular season slate for the upcoming 2026 season, which features a unique partnership for the second half of the schedule once Big West Conference play begins. Read More »

Air District Celebrates Winners of Annual Clean Air Contest

Twelve students from across Yolo and northeastern Solano counties were recently recognized as winners of the 2026 Clean Air Art Contest by the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District Board of Directors and staff. Read More »

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California State Fair Uncorks 2026 Commercial Wine Competition Winners

The California State Fair proudly announces the winners of the 2026 Commercial Wine Competition, recognizing exceptional wines crafted from California-grown grapes that showcase the state’s rich agricultural heritage, distinct climates and soils, and world-class winemaking excellence. Read More »

Young visitors got up close with aircraft

Positive Altitude STEM Event Inspires Next Generation

Hundreds of families from across the region experience aviation and STEM up close at Mather Airport Read More »

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Small Business Employment Index Declines for Third Consecutive Month

The latest monthly Jobs Report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) shows the Small Business Employment Index remaining essentially flat, registering 100.3 in May after measuring 100.4 in April. Read More »

Cooking Kits for Youth

The Save Mart Companies CARES Foundation is providing food preparation items for 50 local youth moving out of foster care, homelessness or the juvenile justice system through a $5,000 grant to nonprofit Make It Happen for Yolo County. Read More »

E-Bike Program Expands Access to Clean Transportation

The Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District, along with the Yolo County Sustainability Division, have launched a new incentive program to help residents purchase certified e-bikes. Read More »

May New Home Sales Remain Steady

New home sales in the greater Sacramento region remained steady during May despite continued affordability challenges and slightly higher mortgage rates, as members of the North State Building Industry Association reported 474 sales during the month. Read More »

Living Water, Living Knowledge

Youth Explore Indigenous Stewardship in the Yolo Basin Read More »

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Food Allergen Labeling Coming Soon to California Restaurants

Effective July 1, California restaurants with 20 or more locations will now have to disclose food allergens under the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act. Read More »

Holly Ensoll Joins Women’s Basketball Program Ahead of 2026-27 Season

UC Davis women’s basketball has added frontcourt depth with the signing of England native Holly Ensoll ahead of the 2026–27 season, Aggies head coach Jennifer Gross announced June 9. Read More »

Two California Salamanders Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection

The Center for Biological Diversity has scored a legal victory requiring the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to finalize Endangered Species Act protections for the critically imperiled Kern Canyon and relictual slender salamanders by December 2026. Read More »

Coach of the Year Tennis

Breault Named ITA Northwest Region Coach of the Year

The postseason honors continue to roll in for the Sacramento State women’s tennis program as fifth-year head coach Sophie Breault was named the Northwest Region Coach of the Year by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) on June 9. Read More »

The Best Game Plan? Getting Everyone Home Safely

AAA, MADD and Waymo remind soccer fans to plan safe rides home during the World Cup tournament Read More »

Versatile Defender Michel Benitez Signs Multi-Year Extension with Republic FC

Republic FC announced June 11, the club has signed defender Michel Benitez to a multi-year contract extension. Per club policy, the full terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Read More »

Join SacRT in West Sacramento June 10 for the Downtown Riverfront Streetcar Workshop

SacRT is inviting community members to attend a public workshop tomorrow night, Wednesday, June 10 to learn about the Downtown Riverfront Streetcar Project and share feedback as planning continues. Read More »

Sacramento Man Denied Parole for Murder Committed Between Sacramento and Yolo Counties

On May 28, California Board of Parole Hearings commissioners denied parole to Jose Madrigal who is serving a life-sentence at Corcoran State Prison after being convicted of first-degree murder in 2008. Read More »

Council Gets Report on City Employee Vacancies

City Council members received a report at their June 3 meeting on the city position vacancies along with recruitment and retention efforts — a report required by recent state legislation. Read More »

Victoria Zimmerle Appointed as First 5 Yolo Commission CEO

The First 5 Yolo Commission announced the appointment of Victoria Zimmerle as the agency’s new chief executive officer (CEO) effective July 12, following the retirement announcement of longtime CEO Gina Daleiden. Read More »

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