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Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Crazy D’s Hot Chicken opened its new Downtown location on G Street on Jan. 31. The franchise, popular with college students and bar-goers, preserved parts of the historic Woodstock’s building (the former site of Woodstock’s Pizza) and hosted a UC Davis engineering fundraiser on Feb. 23. The California Aggie
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Violet Zanzot explains that regular reading boosts empathy and creativity in her column published today, urging community members to rediscover books as a fun way to keep their minds sharp. The California Aggie
- ➤ UC Davis students warned that Ticketmaster’s rising ticket prices — coupled with a trend in AI music — may limit access to live shows as one student described the pricing as a scam. They stressed that human-generated music remains a key part of the musical experience. The California Aggie
- ➤ Author Angela Montoya discussed her new romantic fantasy novel Carnival Fantástico at The Avid Reader on Feb. 6 — drawing from Mexican folklore and resource wars to highlight positive Latinx representation. The California Aggie
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students often wear headphones on campus so they feel safe & relaxed in busy hallways; some faculty say the habit could limit face-to-face interactions while helping manage stress. This trend shows a shift toward using personal audio to create a comforting, controlled environment. The California Aggie
- ➤ Cyclone RoboSub, a student-run robotics team at UC Davis, will compete in an international underwater contest in Irvine this summer. The team, founded (in 2022), includes over 50 members and is using Robot Operating System to boost performance. The California Aggie
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two UC Davis alumni launched OVO, a plant-based menstrual hygiene company offering plastic-free pads that reduce waste and protect community health. Orders include a tree-planting detail (customers can name and follow their tree's growth) to support environmental sustainability. The California Aggie
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Davis released its updated bike map today, which shows new bike lanes, shared-use paths, and guidance on e-bikes and e-scooters (including safety rules and California regulations). Copies are available at City Hall, the Senior Center, the library, and local bike shops. The California Aggie
- ➤ Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency received $500,000 in state grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety to support child, bicycle and pedestrian safety programs — a move expected to boost community travel safety. The Davis Enterprise
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ In November, UC Davis Health became the first to use Abbott’s G5 MitraClip and TriClip device to repair leaky heart valves with a minimally invasive procedure, allowing patients like 86-year-old James Young to recover in days. This breakthrough offers a safe alternative when open-heart surgery poses high risks. The California Aggie
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UC Davis downgraded its Division I women's equestrian team to club status starting next academic year after a Jan. 9 announcement. Parents and athletes allege the budget data is flawed and contest Title IX compliance, calling for an independent investigation. Davis Vanguard
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Amazing Bubble Man Show
11:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating bubble magic performance that delights audiences of all ages.
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Intermediate Tai Chi Class
10:15-11:15 a.m. — Davis Arts Center — Cost info not provided — Practice the ancient art of Tai Chi for relaxation and health benefits.
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The Lucky Run Celebration
3-6 p.m. — Davis High School — Various entry fees — Celebrate spring with races for all ages including 2K, 5K, and Kids Fun Runs.
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