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Goodwill Looks to Expand Ahead of SB 707

Aug 24, 2026 05:10PM ● By Abbey Wicks, photos by Abbey Wicks

Have you ever wondered what really happens to that trash bag of old clothes you dropped off at Goodwill? When an item is donated, it embarks on a journey alongside the thousands of other items that are donated each day.

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Probation Professionals Honored

Jul 27, 2026 05:16PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County recognized Probation Services Week, observed July 19-25, by honoring the probation officers and staff whose work strengthens public safety, supports victims, promotes accountability and helps people make lasting change in their lives.

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The Bridge at West Gateway Opens

Jun 29, 2026 04:33PM ● By MPG Staff

Brings 60 New Affordable Apartment Homes to West Sacramento

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Small Business Employment Index Declines for Third Consecutive Month

Jun 15, 2026 03:10PM ● By National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) News Release

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.

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Workforce Innovation Board Seeks Members

Jun 08, 2026 03:14PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board (WIB) is seeking local business representatives to join its 23-member board, which is charged with convening partners and providing policy, planning and oversight for local and regional workforce development initiatives under the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).

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Council Gets Report on City Employee Vacancies

Jun 08, 2026 03:11PM ● By John McCallum

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.

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Yolo County Jobseekers Invited to Connect at Countywide Job Fair on June 5

May 28, 2026 03:34PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County jobseekers are invited to an in-person Job Fair on Friday, June 5 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Woodland Community & Senior Center located at 2001 East St. in Woodland.

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Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) announced the retirement of Joy Cohan as Executive Director

Executive Director Joy Cohan to Retire April 3

Feb 23, 2026 04:46PM ● By Meals on Wheels Yolo County News Release

It is with deep gratitude and warm congratulations that Meals on Wheels Yolo County (MOW Yolo) announced the retirement of Joy Cohan as Executive Director of MOW Yolo, effective April 3.

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Yolo County Seeking Grand Juror Candidates

Feb 02, 2026 05:38PM ● By Yolo Superior Court News Release

Yolo Superior Court is now accepting applications for the 2026/2027 Yolo County Grand Jury.

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Small Business Leaders Comment on Jobs Report

Dec 23, 2025 11:35AM ● By National Federation of Independent Business News Release

33 percent of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in November.

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Yolo County jobseekers are invited to an in-person Job Fair

Jobseekers Invited to Job Fair

Jun 17, 2025 04:46PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County jobseekers are invited to an in-person Job Fair on Tuesday, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Woodland Community College in Woodland.

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Become a First Responder, Teacher and Leader through Service

Mar 17, 2025 04:47PM ● By California Volunteers, Office of the Governor News Release

On March 12, Governor Gavin Newsom and Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday announced California is seeking 10,000 people to join the California Service Corps.

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Yolo County Board of Supervisors Seeking Applications

Oct 23, 2024 09:34AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Board of Supervisors is currently seeking applications for an upcoming vacancy on the Yolo County Planning Commission to fill an “at-large” position.

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Yolo County Recruiting for Library Manager

Oct 09, 2024 03:14PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The County of Yolo is recruiting for one regular, full-time library regional manager position at the Yolo County Library.

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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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Yolo County Launches Text Message Campaign for Employment and Farmworker Services

Aug 14, 2024 02:28PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency, YoloWorks!, and the Yolo County Workforce Innovation Board are excited to announce the launch of a new text message campaign

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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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Governor Newsom Announces Appointments

Jun 26, 2024 09:58AM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

On June 5, Governor Gavin Newsom Announced the Following Appointments

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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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CalCompetes Program Reaches $50 Billion of Private Investment

Jun 18, 2024 01:52PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) Announced on June 14 the Latest Round of Awards Under the CalCompetes Program

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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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Yolo County Department of Agriculture Welcomes New Detector Dog Berty

Jun 03, 2024 04:58PM ● By Yolo County News Release

Berty, a Two-Year-Old Labrador Retriever, is the Newest Member of a Dedicated Weights and Measures Team in Yolo County

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California Highway Patrol Swears in 106 New CHP Officers

May 15, 2024 05:01PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Newest Members of California Highway Patrol Sworn in May 10

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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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YCF Announces New All Things Right & Relevant Foundation

May 07, 2024 10:05AM ● By Yolo Community Foundation News Release

Yolo Community Foundation Announces Creation of Endowed Fund that it Holds

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Mayor and Council Fight Strong for Equity

Apr 16, 2024 09:33AM ● By Angela Underwood, photos by Angela Underwood

Two Resolutions Passed By Council and Mayor

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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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Free Skills Training Opportunity with Yolo County

Mar 19, 2024 10:44AM ● By Yolo County News Release

Yolo County Residents Can Qualify for Training and Certification Funding

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Yolo County Employers Invited to Enhance Communication Skills at Free Training Event on March 21

Mar 18, 2024 12:21PM ● By County of Yolo News Release

Yolo County employers are invited to a free training opportunity to learn about the rules and tools for business professionals to communicate effectively

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