1+ hour, 39+ min ago   (394+ words) For generations, the vineyards of Suisun Valley have turned California sunshine, cool evening breezes, and rich agricultural soil into grapes and, eventually, wine. The Senate Select Committee on California’s Wine Industry, chaired by Sen. Christopher Cabaldon, will meet from 2 to…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (561+ words) A bill extending California’s Farmer to Food Bank Tax Credit won unanimous approval in the state Legislature on Wednesday, a move expected to help food banks across the state, including the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, continue providing…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (702+ words) The proposal would change a decades-old policy that advocates have called a regulatory loophole, blaming it for allowing thousands of unvetted ingredients into the U.S. food supply. “Shifting to a mandatory notification system closes a decades-old information gap, giving the FDA…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago   (1001+ words) Devan Minouei grew up with hoop dreams. Now, he’s giving Vacaville Scoop Dreams. Minouei, a former basketball standout at Will C. Wood High School and Yuba College, is the owner of Scoop Dreams, a soft-serve truck offering sweet treats to…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (592+ words) But lunch was only part of what was being served. The event was part of the Vacaville Unified School District’s summer meal program, which provides free breakfasts and lunches to anyone age 18 and younger throughout the summer, regardless of whether…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (292+ words) Fairfield’s organic olive oil producer IL Fiorello Olive Oil Company has earned recognition as one of the top producers in both the United States and the world after a successful showing at major international olive oil competitions. IL Fiorello was…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago   (397+ words) Picture this: Dad kicking back with a plate of smoked brisket, a locally brewed beer in hand, and a scenic train ride rolling through the Montezuma Hills. This weekend, Western Railway Museum is offering fathers a chance at just that....

3+ mon, 6+ day ago   (569+ words) While Fiesta Days is most known for its hilltop carnival and performances on the Creekwalk stage at Andrews Park, it also attracts visitors with its food and vendors. As thousands flock to the park throughout the weekend, vendors from across…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (57+ words) On June 1, the rules are changing for some people, including in Solano County, who receive CalFresh benefits. As a result of changes to federal regulations, some recipients will now be required to work, volunteer or participate in job training activities…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (350+ words) Wine Country’s biggest music festival, BottleRock Napa Valley, returns May 22-24 with a lineup of world-class wines, local beers and other tasty beverages to pair with this year’s hottest music headliners. Throughout the venue, concertgoers will find delicious sips from at…...