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Pulitzer Prize-winning historian & journalist Anne Applebaum to give talk at UC Davis
Her talk, “Autocracy, Inc. — or Democrats United?” is based on her most recent book, the bestselling Autocracy, Inc. (2025).
Native American artist & composer to give art talk at UC Davis
Raven Chacon, a composer, performer, and installation artist born at Fort Defiance, Navajo Nation, will give a talk as part of The California Studio: Manetti Shrem Artist Residencies
Yolo County Housing celebrates 75 years
YCH currently has 1,600 vouchers leased in Yolo County .
City of Davis MLK, Jr. Celebration set for Jan. 19
The theme this year is “Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere: Protecting Democracy and Freedom of Speech.”
Award-winning photographers to speak in Davis
In a conversation format, acclaimed photographers Teju Cole and John Gossage will discuss their art.
Feather Boas, Fierce Lyrics: Meet the Davis Raging Grannies
In a time of information overload and deep political polarization, the combination of humor, harmony, and costume is part survival tactic, part counter-spell.
Davis Chamber Foundation announces 2026 scholarships for high school seniors
Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating local area high school seniors.
Inaugural Davis Flash Film Challenge celebrates local storytellers
The Davis Flash Film Challenge invites filmmakers of all ages and experience levels to produce an original short film in just one month, using a specific creative prompt.
Village Homes stands test of time
UC Davis Design Museum showcases innovative neighborhood on 50th anniversary
Cat Tales Feline Health Center celebrates first anniversary with milestones in feline care, shelter support, and Fear Free® certification
More than 60 shelter cats have been adopted through the Tabby Tea Cat Lounge and Adoption Center.
Sculptor Sahar Khoury, Collection Exhibition at the Manetti Shrem Museum offer new views of California art
A free public opening takes place from 2 to 5 p.m. at the museum Sunday, Feb. 1, featuring a conversation between Khoury and Associate Curator & Exhibition Department Head Susie Kantor.
MoToR/dance presents PEOPLE ARE YOU READY at Davis Odd Fellows Hall
In times of discord and daily outrage, “People Are You Ready” builds connection and community among artists and audience.
Applications open now for 2026 Yolo Community Foundation Scholarships
All applications are due by March 13, 2026.
Nominations open for Davis Citizen of the Year & Brinley Community Volunteer Award; Deadline Jan. 31
A committee of residents, representing various activities in Davis, will then select the recipients. The awards will be presented at the March 3 City Council meeting.
Yolo County Partnership Awarded $28m Grant for Affordable Housing Community
The project features sustainable transportation improvements and resident services.
KDRT show “Davisville” brings home 3 SF Press Club awards
Longtime KDRT public affairs host Bill Buchanan won three awards for “Davisville” at the 48th San Francisco Press Club annual awards this week.
CalCCA challenges decision that could retroactively raise energy bills for millions of Californians
CalCCA’s petition argues that retroactively changing rates is unlawful.
Yolo County Office of Education receives Golden Bell Award
The Yolo County Office of Education has been recognized with one of California’s top public education honors for its leadership of the countywide ‘Roadmap to the Future’ initiative.
Zombie Bike Parade 2025 raises nearly $10k for adaptive bikes
Since 2019, the Zombie Bike Parade has now raised nearly $50k to build adaptive tricycles for children with disabilities.
No auditions, just fun. Community Theater takes new shape in Davis.
Sandcastle Theater Company is a youth-centric drama group based in Novato with satellite operations running in other cities, including Davis.
A Librarian’s guide to December at the Libraries in Davis
This year, the Mary L. Stephens and South Davis Montgomery branches are organizing the month around a simple, resonant theme: kindness.
Davis native, tree expert takes the helm at Tree Davis
Franco brings her professional expertise as a certified arborist and tree risk assessment expert and deep roots in Davis.
What is AI doing to your brain? Author & journalist Jacob Ward comes to Davis.
Covering the intersection of technology, human behavior, and social change, Ward explores the big, invisible forces like AI that are acting on us every day.