💙 Officer Matthew Bowen, KC-10s, & "The Bench"

On Thursday morning, Vacaville Police Officer Matthew Bowen was tragically struck and killed by a vehicle on Leisure Town Road.  In a community like Vacaville, this loss has ripple effects which touch many of us.

Officer Bowen has been with the Vacaville Police Department for a year and previously served with the Concord Police Department. He is survived by his wife, two sons, parents, and brother.

Our deepest condolences go to Officer Bowen’s family, the Vacaville Police Department, the entire first responder community, and everyone who witnessed the chaotic scene.

Please keep VVPD in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Travis KC-10s Prepare for Final Goodbye

The U.S. Air Force’s KC-10 Extender has been a staple of Travis Air Force Base for over 30 years. This September, the giant refueler will be replaced with the newer KC-46, an upgraded Boeing 767 with state-of-the-art data and communications connectivity.

Rather than looking out a rear window, the KC-46’s boom operator works from a station near the cockpit, using cameras and remote sensors for control. Maintenance crews just completed their final annual maintenance on the KC-10 fleet. READ MORE

County Seeks Input on Battery Storage Facilities

Vacaville and Solano County passed temporary bans on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) while they form ordinances for the controversial facilities. There are proposals to build such facilities around PG&E’s Vaca-Dixon Substation on Meridian Road.

This Thursday (7/18), the Solano County Planning Division will hear public comment on the topic at an open meeting. The meeting is at 6:00 PM and will take place at the County Administration Center, 675 Texas Street, Fairfield.

California Forever Reveals Plan for New Lagoon

California Forever announced plans to include a 7-acre lagoon (with tropical beach vibes) as part of its proposed community in East Solano County.

Vacaville’s Coolest Bench (The View is Amazing)

Perched high above Browns Valley sits a metal bench, simply known by locals as “The Bench.” This six-foot wide monument is in Vacaville’s Glen Eagle Open Space, accessible to the public from Vaca Valley Parkway. It’s a moderately steep 0.6 mile hike to reach the bench, but the view is among the best in Vacaville. READ MORE

Two Big Lottery Winners in Solano County

On July 3rd, a player won $14,000 from a SuperLotto Plus ticket sold at a Safeway in Vallejo. On July 5th, a Fantasy 5 player won $62,725 from a ticket purchased at Major Market in Fairfield.

If this pattern continues, Vacaville is due for a winner next!

Other Stuff…

• VIDEO: Man attempts to stab employee at Vacaville thrift store

• A quick History of the Nut Tree

• This week’s City Council Meeting was cancelled

• Fairfield’s Daily Republic newspaper reduces print editions to two days per week

• How to prevent algae in your pool (for good!)

Events This Weekend

Here’s a handful of things going on around town this weekend…

Friday July 12th

• Late For The Train (Folk/Bluegrass) @ Ruhstaller (6 PM)

• “Start Me Up” Rolling Stones Tribute @ Journey Downtown (8 PM)

Saturday July 13th

• Open Farm Day @ Pleasants Valley (8AM - 3 PM)

• Ribs & Tri-Tip Cook Off @ Green River (1 PM)

• Papa Day Blues Band @ Solano Brewing (5 PM)

• Quick Draw @ Judy’s Wild Wrangler Saloon (9 PM) 

Sunday July 14th

• The Fellaz Kitchen Takeover @ Main Grape (12 - 5 PM)

• Ke Marie @ The Library (4PM)

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