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What should the future of Davis look like? An op-ed exploring the future of the proposed “Village Farms” housing development
As the City of Davis continues to face a housing shortage, the largest proposed housing development—Village Farms, with 1,800 homes on 390 acres at Pole Line and Covell—is now slated
When can kids bike alone?
Davis may be the bike capital of the country, but even here parents wrestle with a familiar dilemma: when is their child old enough to ride one alone?
$10K Grant opportunity for one local musician or band
Projects that include marginalized voices or support cultural and social equity are strongly encouraged to apply.
Curtain Call: this season on the local stage
Here’s a look at what’s coming to our local theaters for the 2025—2026 season!
New Outdoor Gear Consignment Shop Opens in Davis
Owner Shad Ryan recently moved from Ithaca, N.Y., a place where he had first toyed with the idea of opening a used gear shop in an active community that didn’t have one.
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Do Lock Bloks protect classrooms? A follow up on DJUSD’s Grand Jury Investigation
A $13 plastic device designed to keep classroom doors quiet is being touted as an intruder-preventing safety measure by DJUSD, raising questions about whether low-cost safety measures are putting students at risk.Â
Why 2025 Might Be Davis’ Most Fun Year Yet
What started as backyard shows during the pandemic has snowballed into something much bigger: a creative force planning more than 60 events in 2025.
“OJO” demands attention
The exhibit explores real-life perspectives, stories and complexities surrounding the U.S.-Mexico border, some of which is drawn from Morales’ own experiences growing up in Tijuana and Southern California.
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Regulating your nervous system after gun violence
Gun violence is a common enough occurrence that it is important to know how to take care of yourself and the nervous system in the aftermath.Â
Celebrating relationships in a season of love
There’s no one-size-fits-all to maintaining relationships, but there’s been enough research to give us a clear picture of what actually helps.
Let’s agree to do less in 2025
In a vibrant area like Yolo, the pace of life can feel relentless. As we welcome 2025, it’s worth asking—are we doing too much?
Davis Farmers Market
Pure Honey is sweet on the community
For Doneice Trotter, it’s all about the hive: whether her family’s buzzing bee boxes or the community she sees at the Davis Farmers Market.
Bovine bliss: Hensleigh Healthy Beef are raised with love
Happy cattle lead to happy customers, says Paul Hensleigh, who runs Hensleigh Healthy Beef with his wife Michele.
Village Bakery sells — and buys — at the farmers market
At the Davis Farmers Market, there are the loyal shoppers and the loyal sellers. And then there’s Aziz Fattahi: both.
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A life-changing, PRIDE themed reading list from Avid Reader
Consider taking some time to crack open one of these books written by queer authors, featuring queer protagonists and stories.
Celebrate Black History Month at The Avid Reader
February is Black History Month! Let’s celebrate with local children’s book author Anita Crawford Clark. The Avid Reader is thrilled to host local author, Anita
Five Ways to Avoid Amazon: A Local, Last Minute Holiday Shopping Guide
Here are five ways you can avoid doing your holiday shopping on a website that we all know and begrudgingly use.
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Help promote our local artists, culture and community.
No amount is too small and will help showcase Davis and Yolo county’s unique people, places and events. Thank you!