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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gustavo Landeros Mireles, a UC Davis graduate and owner of Churros El Rey (located at 228 E Street), runs his popular churro stand in downtown Davis and fights against the harassment of street vendors while perfecting his recipes throughout the day. He is studying for law school to better protect his community’s vendors (operating Friday to Sunday from 7 to 11 p.m.) as he works to secure the necessary permits for a permanent operation. The California Aggie
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Show Izakaya, a new Japanese restaurant at 102 F St, opened recently by local couple Wendy Wu and Damon Bai to bring an authentic izakaya experience to Davis. The restaurant occupies part of the former Season’s Kitchen & Bar and will share the space with Orangetheory Fitness (opening in May or June), offering a menu of fresh rolls, ramen, and other Japanese dishes in a relaxed setting. The California Aggie
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 12, at Community Park during Picnic Day, multiple shooters wounded a 24-year-old and two teenagers at a Phi Beta Sigma block party—police confirmed the incident does not pose a continued threat and that the investigation is still active. The California Aggie
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Recent actions by UC Davis’ OSSJA have sparked disagreement among fraternity members who say the rules blur the line between official and informal gatherings—fraternity leaders including those from Sigma Chi and Alpha Epsilon Pi call for greater involvement by the student IFC to ensure fair investigations. The dispute highlights the challenge of balancing campus safety with fraternity members’ rights as Greek life continues to evolve. The California Aggie
- ➤ For five years, UC ethnic studies faculty and students worked to add a required ethnic studies course for admission, but on April 23 the Assembly voted 29 to 12 to block the proposal from reaching Regents and President Michael V. Drake—faculty said the vote was done in an unusual way. The California Aggie
- ➤ UC Davis students presented their work at the 36th Undergraduate Research Conference held on April 25 and 26—over 1,000 students shared research in posters, art, and oral sessions that covered topics from digital media to environmental economics. The event offered students a chance to display their projects and gain valuable experience with professionals in their fields. The California Aggie
- ➤ The Yolo County Grand Jury released a report this week raising concerns about school safety in Davis Joint Unified School District and urged improved cameras, locked classroom doors and a new fencing project—measures needed to address campus vulnerabilities. Davis Joint Unified said it will review the findings and respond in 90 days under state law. Davis Vanguard
- ➤ UC Davis philosophy professor Mark Reiff warned in a Zoom interview that liberal institutions including academia failed to counter fascism by relying only on facts instead of emotion and narrative. He explained that fascism is built on a strict idea of 'the people' — a view that excludes many and weakens democratic checks. Davis Vanguard
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Aggie Mental Health Ambassadors will merge with the Student Wellness Liaison program under the Health Education and Promotion team in Student Health and Counseling Services after a petition protested reports of program defunding—supervisors confirmed that no jobs will be lost. The California Aggie
TRAVEL NEWS
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Pence Gallery Garden Tour 2025
Noon-5 p.m. — Pence Gallery — Ticket required — Explore six beautifully curated gardens in Davis while enjoying the vibrant springtime scenery.
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Whole Earth Festival
12-10 PM — University of California, Davis — Free entry — Celebrate environmental sustainability with art, music, and community at this historic festival.
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MOSAIC Children's Museum Fundraiser Golf Tournament
8 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Wildhorse Golf Club — Registration fee required — Swing into action for a good cause at MOSAIC’s annual golf tournament featuring a Hole-in-One prize!
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Healing Arts Workshop
10-11:30 a.m. — Pence Gallery — $5 Members, $10 Non-Members — Explore the transformative power of healing arts with hands-on activities led by facilitator Amy Vidra.
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MedStart Presents: ARIZ Precision Medicine with CEO Brad Niles
6-8 p.m. — Connect Labs by Wexford — Free event — Explore groundbreaking cancer therapies from ARIZ Precision Medicine's innovative approach to target and destroy cancer cells.
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New Harmony Jazz Band Performance
11 a.m. — Central Park — Free — Enjoy two sets of Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards while surrounded by the Craft & Vintage Fair.
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May Book Club: The Left Hand of Darkness
7-9 p.m. — Starbucks — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about Ursula K. Le Guin's classic in a friendly women's book club setting.
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NorCow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open and Collegiate Championships
9 AM - 4 PM — University Credit Union Center — Entry fee required — Compete in Gi and NoGi divisions for youth and adults at this premier martial arts event.
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Andre Nickatina Live at G St. Wunderbar
1-5 p.m. — G St. Wunderbar — Ticket prices vary — Catch the legendary Andre Nickatina at this all-ages day show in Davis.
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