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Oh shit, here we go again.

And in a Spirit Halloween store on Halloween, no less!

And a pregnant woman was one of the fatalities.

Here’s something useful for RFK Jr. to do: common sense gun laws now!
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Hieroglyphics - Gun Fever (Official Music Video)
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November 1, 2026 at 9:22 AM
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#prepharmacy #pharmacytechnician #pharmacytech #PharmD #pharmdstudent #PharmacyProgram #pharmacyschool #pharmacystudent #wearetouro #tourouniversitycalifornia #vallejoca #vallejo #solanocounty #MareIsland
October 27, 2026 at 11:23 PM
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Solano County is gearing up for a winter of intense storms, with plans for sandbagging machines, road clearing, and animal evacuation strategies to keep the community safe.

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Solano officials outline Elf1o preparedness: sandbagging machines, pumps, road clearing and animal evacuation plans
County emergency management, general services and public works briefed supervisors on Elf1o-related preparations: OES inventory and coordination, facility protections, temporary pumps, road-clearing plans, sandbagging machine procurement and animal evacuation planning with volunteer partners.
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October 30, 2026 at 9:48 PM
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Solano County stands at a crossroads with critical funding opportunities and potential federal rule changes that could reshape local governance.

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Federal advocates flag earmarks for Solano projects, permitting and census concerns in lame-duck update
Paragon Government Relations outlined the lame-duck outlook, identified earmarks relevant to Solano County and warned of federal rulemaking and permitting reforms that could affect local control and tribal consultation.
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October 30, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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Solano County is gearing up for 2027 with a bold legislative platform that tackles critical issues from election security to economic development!

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Solano supervisors approve county's 2027 legislative platforms to guide state and federal advocacy
County staff presented the proposed 2027 state and federal legislative platforms outlining five priority areas. The board was asked to approve the platforms to give staff and advocates direction for the coming year.
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October 30, 2026 at 9:56 PM
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Solano County is gearing up for a powerful El Niño, implementing crucial preparedness measures like sandbagging and road maintenance!

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County briefs board on El Ni<br>o outlook and local readiness; sandbagging machine, pumps and road priorities noted
With a strong El NiNe, county OES, facilities and public works outlined preparedness steps including sandbagging logistics, temporary pumps and prioritized road maintenance.
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October 29, 2026 at 10:43 AM
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County advocates warn that looming federal changes could cost California counties billions and reshape congressional representation—are you prepared for the impact?

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Advocates warn SNAP cost-shift, Census rule changes could saddle counties with major costs
State and federal advocates told the Solano Board the farm bill negotiations and a proposed Census regulation could create major fiscal and representation impacts: a potential one-year delay to a SNAP cost shift was under negotiation, while a Census apportionment change could exclude noncitizens from counts used for funding and representation.
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October 30, 2026 at 9:47 PM
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The Solano County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved a bold legislative platform for 2027, focusing on critical issues like Medi-Cal funding, local control, and water reliability.

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Board adopts Solano County 2027 state and federal legislative platforms; advocates outline lame‑duck priorities
The board unanimously approved the county's 2027 state and federal legislative platforms. County and external advocates highlighted priorities including protecting Medi‑Cal/CalFresh funding, local control, water reliability, and earmarked projects under consideration in the lame‑duck Congress.
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October 29, 2026 at 10:42 AM
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#HispanicHeritageMonth #latinoheritagemonth #LatinoHeritage #HispanicHeritage #wearetouro #tourouniversitycalifornia #TouroUniversity #vallejoca #vallejo #SolanoCounty #CommunityLeadership #CommunityLeaders
October 23, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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Two candidates are running for Solano County’s District 4 Board of Supervisors seat representing northern parts of the county. #Election2026 #SolanoCounty
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Vacaville mayor, councilmember square off for District 4 Solano County supervisor seat - Local News Matters
Two candidates are running for Solano County’s District 4 Board of Supervisors seat representing northern parts of the county. Vacaville Mayor John Carli
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October 24, 2026 at 4:00 AM
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#drag #halloween #vallejo #party #event #solanocounty with costume contest and a #benefit to help solano prude center
October 19, 2026 at 11:53 PM
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Pls be Advised: this is another version of the dystopian #CaliforniaForever gambit proposed by #TechOligarchs in rural #SolanoCounty. Big difference? Multi-ethnic residents in #SolanoCo are resisting—
while in mostly white #SonomaCo, the residents are falling for it 🫢 www.kqed.org/news/1210349...
Software Engineer’s Proposed Neighborhood, Event Center Gets Preliminary Green Light | KQED
The Cloverdale City Council voted Wednesday to forward Esmeralda, a controversial new housing development and event center in the small Sonoma County town. The project faced a recent wave of backlash ...
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October 16, 2026 at 12:42 AM
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In a triumph of local #democracy, the citizens of #SolanoCounty have mostly staved off the project... for now. Not even @governor.ca.gov who tried to help the #billionaires with a last-minute bill in the legislature could overpower the will of the people.

🇺🇸But they can purchase Glen's 2 Churches pa
People of Solano County vs. Billionaire's California Forever
Solano County voters have used local power to stall a proposed tech billionaire city called California Forever. They even beat Gavin Newsom
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October 16, 2026 at 6:15 PM
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Solano County is set to support a massive $250.6 million in tax-exempt bonds aimed at transforming healthcare facilities, promising new exam rooms and services without any financial burden on the county itself.

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Board approves TEFRA hearing resolution for $250.6M tax‑exempt bonds to finance HealthCorps facility upgrades
After a TEFRA hearing, Solano supervisors voted 4‑0 to approve a resolution supporting up to $250.6 million in CMFA-issued tax-exempt bonds for HealthCorps/North Bay facility financing; staff emphasized the county will not be the issuer or bear repayment liability and the project includes $42.5M in tenant improvements.
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October 11, 2026 at 11:56 PM
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Solano County is throwing down the gauntlet in a holiday food fight, challenging Contra Costa to step up and tackle rising hunger needs head-on!

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Solano County invites Contra Costa to holiday 'food fight' after six‑year winning streak; county raised $47,195 in 2025
County staff and the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano presented the County's Care Holiday Food Fight; Solano reported raising $47,195 in 2025 and the board adopted a resolution challenging Contra Costa to another competition.
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October 11, 2026 at 3:13 AM
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Thank you for every donation and share during Live Solano Give Solano 2026! Together, we raised $1,550 to help expand developmental screenings, provide developmental support kits, and offer baby essentials to families facing financial hardship. We’re grateful! 💚 #SFCS #SolanoCounty
October 9, 2026 at 7:19 PM
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The Solano County Board just approved up to $250.6 million in tax-exempt bonds to transform HealthCorps facilities, paving the way for new services and improved care.

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Board holds TEFRA hearing and approves up to $250.6M in tax‑exempt bonds for HealthCorps facilities
The board conducted a TEFRA hearing and adopted a resolution approving up to $250.6 million in tax‑exempt bonds (to be issued by CMFA) for HealthCorps projects at 10 sites in Fairfield and Vacaville; county staff said the county will bear no debt or legal obligation.
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October 10, 2026 at 6:00 AM
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Measure P in Fairfield and Measure V in Vacaville are sales tax hikes, while Measure O in Rio Vista is an extension of an existing sales tax. #Election2026 #SolanoCounty
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Sales tax changes proposed for Fairfield, Vacaville, Rio Vista on November ballot - Local News Matters
Residents of three Solano County cities are set to vote on sales tax measures in November. Measure P in Fairfield and Measure V in Vacaville are sales tax Fairfield, Vacaville and Rio Vista voters…
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October 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Last week, our Executive Director Kathy Lago and Resource & Referral Supervisor Jesus Zavala joined the Vallejo Chamber Alliance Annual Mixer. Thank you to the organizers for bringing local businesses and nonprofits together!

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September 28, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Solano County has officially declared Sept. 6–12, 2026, as National Suicide Prevention Week, urging for sustained support and awareness after 39 heartbreaking losses this year.

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Solano County recognizes Suicide Prevention Week; county officials, survivors press for sustained supports
The board adopted a resolution recognizing National Suicide Prevention Week and heard that 39 people in Solano have died by suicide this year; county staff described a local shift of prevention coordination to public health and survivors urged long-term support beyond immediate crisis response.
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September 28, 2026 at 5:01 AM
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Solano County's forensic lab is facing an alarming surge in drug submissions, with fentanyl now the second-most detected substance, as they adapt to rising threats in the community.

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County highlights forensic lab workload and rising drug submissions during Forensic Science Week
Solano County recognized National Forensic Science Week and the district attorney's forensic lab told the board it has nearly doubled drug submissions from law enforcement, with fentanyl the second-most-seen drug behind methamphetamine.
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September 28, 2026 at 12:46 AM
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Solano County's forensic lab is grappling with a staggering surge in drug submissions, with fentanyl now the second most common drug detected.

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Forensics lab reports surge in drug evidence, names new supervisor during Forensic Science Week
The county's forensic lab told the Board of Supervisors it saw nearly double drug submissions last year, that fentanyl is the second-most common drug encountered, and introduced a newly appointed supervisor in the forensic ID bureau.
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September 26, 2026 at 6:54 PM
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Solano County is taking a bold step in addressing mental health by recognizing National Suicide Prevention Week and highlighting the tragic reality of 39 lives lost this year.

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County marks Suicide Prevention Week as staff describe shifting funding and services
Solano County declared National Suicide Prevention Week; public-health staff said Proposition 1 funding shifted prevention responsibilities and reported 39 suicides in the year-to-date, and behavioral-health staff and survivors urged sustained, culturally informed services.
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September 25, 2026 at 5:05 PM
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Solano County is set to take charge of Drug Medi-Cal services on January 1, 2027, ensuring seamless care and a smooth transition for clients amidst major state reforms.

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Solano County to assume Drug Medi-Cal services Jan. 1, 2027; officials outline readiness steps and costs
County health officials told the Board of Supervisors they will take on administration of Drug Medi-Cal services from the regional Partnership Health Plan on Jan. 1, 2027, citing state CalAIM deadlines. Staff outlined continuity plans, an expedited contracting approach with 11 providers across about 19 sites, and a preliminary operating estimate near $15 million.
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September 3, 2026 at 10:40 AM
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Solano County is facing a staggering $12–15 million in operating costs for the Drug Medi-Cal program, raising questions about funding and staffing needs.

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County projects $12–15M operating range to run Drug Medi‑Cal program; staff to ask board for FTEs
Solano County staff told supervisors they estimate the county will face increased operating costs to run DMCODS and plan to request staffing (FTE) and short‑term contracts, citing preliminary estimates and multiple funding streams including Drug Medi‑Cal reimbursement, federal settlement funds and local match.
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September 2, 2026 at 4:23 AM