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Tuleyome Tale – Safe Summer Hiking

Aug 20, 2024 09:10AM ● By Kristie Ehrhardt

Heading outdoors, even during the heat of summer, is not only possible but with a little preparation it can be safe, enjoyable, and fulfilling

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Health Advisory Issued for Cache Creek and Lake Washington

Aug 20, 2024 08:59AM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Department of Community Services’ Environmental Health Division, in collaboration with the Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) and Yolo County Parks, has issued a health and safety advisory for portions of Cache Creek and Lake Washington

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California Aims to Improve Ability to Measure How Much Water Is Flowing Throughout the State

Aug 20, 2024 08:55AM ● By California Department of Water Resources News Release

On Aug. 15, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a new partnership opportunity to support the state’s ability to measure stream and river flows through the California Stream Gage Improvement Program (CalSIP) as climate extremes continue to impact the state’s water supply

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Make It Happen for Yolo County Receives $2,500 Grant

Aug 19, 2024 06:35PM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

The Save Mart Companies CARES Foundation recently awarded a $2,500 grant to local nonprofit Make It Happen for Yolo County to ensure former foster youth studying at UC Davis have kitchen supplies available when cooking healthy meals

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First Cases of West Nile Virus Found in Yolo County in 2024

Aug 19, 2024 06:28PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency's Communicable Disease Program has confirmed the first two human cases of West Nile virus in Yolo County for 2024

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Successful Tire Recycling Event Held in Dunnigan

Aug 19, 2024 06:20PM ● By Yolo County News Release

On Saturday, Aug. 3, the Yolo County Department of Community Services' Division of Integrated Waste Management, in partnership with Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, held a successful tire recycling event at their Dunnigan location

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Thompson Votes to Pass 2024 Water Resources Development Act

Aug 05, 2024 09:53AM ● By Office of Rep. Mike Thompson News Release

On July 22, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) voted to pass H.R. 8812, the Water Resources Development Act of 2024, bipartisan legislation that will authorize the Army Corp of Engineers to make crucial investments in America's ports, inland waterways, flood management systems, ecosystems, and other water resources infrastructure.

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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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Nationwide Search Brings Dr. Raja Dutta to Yolo County as Medical Director of Psychiatry

Jul 23, 2024 12:34PM ● By Yolo County News Release

The Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) proudly welcomes Dr. Raja Dutta as its new Medical Director of Psychiatry

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Inspire an Appreciation for the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area

Jul 17, 2024 12:00PM ● By Yolo Basin Foundation News Release

Yolo Basin Foundation’s Discover the Flyway is seeking passionate volunteers to become docents and help inspire young minds through environmental education

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Californians Affected by Wildfire Smoke Should Take Steps to Protect Their Health

Jul 09, 2024 01:08PM ● By California Department of Public Health News Release

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is Urging Californians to Take Steps to Protect Themselves from Air Pollutants

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Dangerous Heatwave Continues

Jul 09, 2024 11:53AM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

Governor Gavin Newsom Urged Californians on July 5 to Take Precautions and Directed an All-Hands Response to the Heatwave by State Government

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Make It Happen for Yolo County Partners with King High to Provide Bicycles for Youth

Jul 09, 2024 11:39AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Grant Will Help 20 Underserved Transition Age Youth in Yolo County Receive Bicycles

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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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Decades-Long Development Continues

Jul 03, 2024 03:58PM ● By Angela Underwood

The Grand Gateway Master Plan is a Walkable, Mixed-Use Destination that Ties Together the Bridge District, Washington District and West Capitol Avenue, the Central Business Corridor

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West Sacramento Provides Heat Wave Relief

Jun 28, 2024 03:26PM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

People Can Seek Refuge From the Heat at Several Different West Sacramento Locations This Week

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California Expands Access to Naloxone

Jun 25, 2024 04:37PM ● By Office of Governor Gavin Newsom News Release

On June 21, Governor Gavin Newsom Announced that CalRx-Branded Over-the-Counter Naloxone HCL Nasal Spray, 4 mg, will be Available for Free to Eligible Organizations Through the Naloxone Distribution Project

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Trail Extension Fights Compounding Carbon

Jun 25, 2024 03:28PM ● By Angela Underwood

Congresswoman Doris Matsui, Senator Bill Dodd, D-Napa, Yolo County and West Sacramento officials Announced that the City Will Receive a $1.9-Million Grant Through the Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) Carbon Reduction Program

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West Nile Virus Activity Detected in Yolo County

Jun 25, 2024 08:55AM ● By Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District News Release

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District, in Partnership with Yolo County, Announced June 13 that the First Signs of West Nile Virus (WNV) Activity Have Been Detected in Yolo County

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Levee Trailhead Has New View

Jun 24, 2024 05:38PM ● By Angela Underwood

An Inaugural Horse Ride Officially Opened the Southport Levee Trailhead to the Public

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Prepare for Boating Hazards

Jun 14, 2024 11:49AM ● By U.S. National Weather Service News Release

Check Weather Forecast and Make Sure Your Boat has Essential and Required Safety Equipment and Communications Tools

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Retire Flags with Dignity at SAFE Credit Union

Jun 11, 2024 02:44PM ● By SAFE Credit Union News Release

There will be Flag Retirement Bins at All SAFE Credit Union Branches Through June 29

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1 in 6 New Trucks and Buses in California Are Zero-Emission

Jun 11, 2024 02:33PM ● By Office of Governor Newsom News Release

Sales of New Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Trucks in California in 2023 Have Doubled from the Prior Year

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Birds and Mosquito Test Positive for West Nile Virus

Jun 11, 2024 02:24PM ● By Sacramento Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District News Release

On June 10, the Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District Confirmed that the First Mosquito Sample of the Season has Tested Positive for West Nile Virus (WNV)

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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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Help Shape Yolo County's Transportation Future at Open House Events

Jun 11, 2024 09:49AM ● By Yolo Transportation District News Release

Open House Events to Take Place in Yolo County on June 17, 18, and 27

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Make It Happen for Yolo County Receives $25,000

Jun 11, 2024 09:27AM ● By Kristin Thebaud Communications News Release

Grant of $25,000 from the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation Community Fund Ensures Local Under-Resourced Transition Age Foster Youth Can Become Successful First-Time Renters

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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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Yolo Food Bank's Annual Golf Tournament June 22

Jun 04, 2024 09:46AM ● By Yolo Food Bank News Release

Wildhorse Golf Club to Host Golf Tournament to Benefit Food Insecure Families and Individuals in Yolo County

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West Sacramento Joins Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Youth Action Fund

Jun 04, 2024 09:21AM ● By City of West Sacramento News Release

Mayor Martha Guerrero Announces that West Sacramento will Receive Funding to Activate Young People Ages 15 to 24 to Design, Produce and Govern Urgent Climate Solutions

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