Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two Blue Devils placed in the top 10 at a speech-and-debate tournament held in Davis. Their strong performance highlighted local student talent and set a high standard for future competitions. The Davis Enterprise
- ➤ Davis Joint Unified School District is losing students as families move away due to limited family housing, and officials warn that school closures could occur by 2027-28. They say projects like Village Farms (or Willowgrove) may help restore enrollment and secure district funding. Davis Vanguard
- ➤ UC Davis professor Jeffrey Ross-Ibarra was elected by the National Academy of Sciences on April 28 for his groundbreaking research on maize evolution + adaptation; his work also focuses on crop resilience + agricultural sustainability. UC Davis
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YOLO Run (10 km)
8 AM – 12 PM — UC Davis Health Stadium — Benefits children and families — Embrace the spirit of 'You Only Live Once' while supporting local health initiatives.
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Lil Fish: Village Dance Davis
6-10 p.m. — City of Davis: Veterans Memorial Center — Free entry — Experience an electrifying performance by French DJ Lil Fish as he spins tracks perfect for the dancefloor.
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Laura Benitez and the Heartache Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Morgan's Mill — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience heartfelt melodies about love and the road from a talented country band.
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Chris Baron Music Live at Hooby's Brewing Farm
6-8:30 p.m. — Hooby's Brewing Farm — Free entry — Experience live music in a charming farm setting with family-friendly vibes.
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Children's Gymnastics Classes
2-3:30 p.m. — Davis Arts Center — Participation fees apply — Enhance your child's strength, flexibility, and coordination through structured gymnastics routines.
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AggieVET Conference
5 PM – 5 PM — UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine — Not specified — Inaugural conference bringing the veterinary community together for education, networking, and collaboration.
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Experience Argentine Culture
5-9 p.m. — International House Davis — Free entry — Immerse yourself in Argentine culture through an interactive journey of taste, sound, and movement.
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