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Yolo County Hosts Annual Farmworker Resource Fair

Aug 27, 2024 10:11AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA), YoloWorks! and the Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board will host the second annual Yolo County Farmworker Resource Fair. This event will be held on September 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Woodland Community College.

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City, School Partner Up Again

Aug 19, 2024 06:05PM ● By Angela Underwood

The City of West Sacramento approved a contract worth more than $2 million with the Washington Unified School District (WUSD)

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Governor Newsom Urges Schools to Restrict Cell Phones in the Classroom

Aug 19, 2024 05:05PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

In a letter to California schools on Aug. 13, Governor Gavin Newsom called on every school district to restrict smartphone use in classrooms as the new academic year begins

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Schools Back in Action

Aug 14, 2024 03:25PM ● By Angela Underwood

Wednesday, Aug. 14, marked the first day of the 2024-25 school year, with administration and teachers preparing summer events, including the National Day of Social Action and a large-scale Back to School Resource + National Night Out Block Party at Raider Stadium

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Classic Car and Truck Show Returns to Yolo on Aug. 24

Aug 14, 2024 03:05PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Join Yolo County Library and the Friends of the Yolo Branch Library for the Cruisin’ into the Next Chapter Classic Car and Truck Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24

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Free School Crossing Guard Trainings in Yolo County this August and September

Aug 08, 2024 04:53PM ● By Yolo County News release

The Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program of the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) will conduct several crossing guard trainings in August and September.

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Gardeners Invited to Free Pest Management Class Saturday

Aug 05, 2024 09:29AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County gardeners of all experience levels are invited to attend a free class from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3 to learn effective methods for managing unwanted critters and bugs in their gardens.

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UC Regents Approve New Student Housing at UC Davis

Aug 05, 2024 09:17AM ● By BreAnda Northcutt

UC Davis will break ground on a new residence hall next spring in the Segundo area, following approval this week by the UC Board of Regents

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New California Law Aims to Address Teacher Shortage

Aug 01, 2024 03:07PM ● By California Commission on Teacher Credentialing News Release

The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing is optimistic that a new state law intended to address the teacher shortage will help eliminate barriers to the profession and attract more prospective educators into classrooms.

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UC Davis Health Breaks Ground On 14-Story Tower

Jul 31, 2024 11:13AM ● By UC Davis Health News Release

Medical center expansion state-of-the-art

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Tuleyome Tale – Western Fence Lizard: Unsung Hero or Just a Regular Joe?

Jul 23, 2024 12:43PM ● By Diana Drips, Certified California Naturalist

You have probably seen hundreds of them in your life, the unassuming Western Fence Lizard (Sceloporus occidentalis)

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Gallery 1075 Presents 11th Annual Exhibit

Jul 23, 2024 12:31PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

Gallery 1075’s 11th annual Exhibit of the West Sacramento Art Guild, featuring a diverse array of works by local artists, began on July 8 and runs through July 31

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River City High School Student Named Metropolitan League MVP

Jul 09, 2024 11:04AM ● By River City High School News Release

Congratulations to Sydney Eisberg, the First Female Athlete from River City High School’s Water Polo Program to be Named Metropolitan League’s Most Valuable Player

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Yolo County's Placard System Enhances Food Safety and Public Health

Jul 03, 2024 05:07PM ● By County of Yolo News Release

The Yolo County Department of Community Services' Environmental Health Division Held its Inaugural Food Safety Forum on June 10

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Summer Internship Teaches, Pays

Jun 25, 2024 03:13PM ● By Angela Underwood

West Sacramento Summer STEPS Internship Relaunches

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Yolo County Library’s Summer Reading Program Returns

Jun 25, 2024 08:48AM ● By County of Yolo News Release

Join Yolo County Library’s Annual Summer Reading Program that Started June 1 and Runs Through Aug. 15

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Dodd Declares June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Jun 11, 2024 09:58AM ● By Office of Sen. Bill Dodd News Release

Sen. Bill Dodd Announces Resolution Designating June as Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Awareness Month

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Hats Off to WUSD Class of 2024

Jun 11, 2024 09:06AM ● By Angela Underwood

Washington Unified School District (WUSD) Superintendent Dr. Cheryl P. Hildreth Said the 2024 Academic Year was a Resounding Success

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SAFE Credit Union Announces Scholarship Award Recipients

Jun 04, 2024 10:53AM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

$4,000 Scholarships Go to Graduating High School Seniors and Community College Students

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River City High School Athletes Break Records

Jun 04, 2024 10:06AM ● By River City High School News Release

Jaliyah Davis and Brooke White First Female Athletes from River City High School to Ever Qualify for the California State Track and Field Championships

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St. Francis Social Studies Department Chair Promoted to Assistant Principal

Jun 04, 2024 09:58AM ● By St. Francis Catholic High School News Release

Julie Van Houten is New Assistant Principal at Sacramento's St. Francis Catholic High School

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Celebrate Juneteenth in West Sacramento

Jun 04, 2024 09:31AM ● By Mitch Barber

West Sacramento Celebration to Take Place on June 14 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Bridgeway Lakes Community Park

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Food Access in West Sac Improves with Mobile Farmers Market

Jun 04, 2024 09:14AM ● By Center for Land-Based Learning News Release

Mobile Market Makes Five Stops in West Sacramento

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River City High Earns Gold Medal Again

May 29, 2024 11:00AM ● By Academic Innovations News Release

River City High is a Shining Example of Student Success, Exceeding State Averages and Standards in Test Scores and Graduation Rate

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West Sacramento Community Academy Praised

May 29, 2024 10:55AM ● By Angela Underwood

While Many Groups Can Say They Graduated in 2024, Only a Few Can Claim They Are The First Graduating Class of a Select Group

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2024-25 School Calendar Year Proposed

May 23, 2024 02:39PM ● By Angela Underwood

Interim Superintendent of Human Resources Farah Ubaidullah Presented the School Board Trustees and Superintendent Edith Hildreth With Two Choices

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School District Labor Bargaining Brings Up Tensions

May 07, 2024 10:41AM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

West Sacramento Teachers Association and Civil Service Employee Association Voice Concerns About Upcoming Salary Settlements

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California Accounted for 71% of All States’ Preschool Funding Increases in 2022-2023

May 01, 2024 10:46AM ● By National Institute for Early Education Research News Release

National Institute for Early Education Research Releases Annual State of Preschool Report

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WUSD’s Top 14 Awarded

Apr 30, 2024 03:36PM ● By Angela Underwood

Washington Unified School District Gives Accolades to 14 Elite

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100+ Women Who Care Yolo County to Host May 2024 Giving Circle

Apr 24, 2024 01:06PM ● By 100+ Women Who Care Yolo County News Release

Women Give Funds to Nonprofits Serving Yolo County

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Becerra, Bera Discuss Healthcare Worker Shortage at Rio Americano

Apr 23, 2024 03:12PM ● By Adam Abolfazli, photos by Rami Al Mufti

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra and Rep. Ami Bera Hear Concerns and Promote Medical Education

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School District Counters Safety, Pay Accusations

Apr 16, 2024 10:00AM ● By Angela Underwood

Representatives from Classified School Employees Association and West Sacramento Teachers Association Indicate that District is Slack on Communication, Specifically Regarding Security Concerns

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Bond Issue Brings School Board Meeting to Boil

Apr 09, 2024 02:43PM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Controversy Caused at Washington Unified School District Meeting

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Truck Driving Championships to Take Place in West Sacramento

Apr 03, 2024 03:35PM ● By California Trucking Association

Truck Driver Skills on Display in West Sacramento on April 6

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Yolo Community Foundation Scholarship Applications Due April 5

Mar 26, 2024 01:41PM ● By Yolo Community Foundation News Release

Scholarships of up to $10,000 are available for Yolo County students with a wide range of attributes and experiences

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