Daily
Davis
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UC Davis groups are hosting a food drive for staff and retirees with donations accepted through May 31 at campus sites on Davis and Sacramento — details for June food distribution will be shared online. UC Davis
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 1882 Foundation will host a film screening on May 13 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Cruess Hall (Room 1002) to help students and community members learn about Chinese American history in the Sacramento Delta region. The California Aggie
- ➤ Maya Yoo, a UC Davis design major, runs two Instagram accounts that highlight campus life and offer resources for students. Her digital diary has built community connections since February 2025 — showcasing dorm tours, local cuisine, and campus events while sharing her personal journey. The California Aggie
- ➤ During Shakespeare Day on April 23, UC Davis English Department faculty and students shared their favorite modern takes on Shakespeare, from films such as '10 Things I Hate About You' and 'The Lion King' to interactive adaptations in Pop Culture Shakespeare, highlighting how classic themes evolve with our times. The California Aggie
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UC Davis announced three faculty appointments: J. David Furlow (Associate Dean of Undergraduate Academic Programs starting July 1), Jae Yong Suk (Arthur H. Rosenfeld Chair in Energy Efficiency), and Tessa Hill (Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Education to boost cross-department research). UC Davis
- ➤ UC Davis begins its 2026 graduation season with appellate Justice Shama Mesiwala addressing the School of Law (11 a.m. Saturday, May 9) and pediatric educator Paul Tran set to speak at the School of Medicine (10 a.m. May 16) at the Mondavi Center. UC Davis
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sutter Health is funding a program to deliver monthly food boxes and mobile healthcare services to 350 agricultural worker households in Yolo County for the next two years. Distributions began in April at migrant housing centers and will continue at farms and other locations to improve long-term access to nutritious food and care. Davis Vanguard
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ YoloRun is back for a good cause — runners in Davis will join 10K, 5K and 2K races on Saturday, May 16, a day before Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day. The Davis Enterprise
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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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Botanical Blueprints Workshop
10 AM - 2 PM — Pence Gallery — $115 Members | $125 Non-Members — Create botanical designs and learn from expert Linda Clark Johnson.
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Muévete Mondays
8:30 p.m. — G Street Wunderbar — Free entry — Experience a lively evening of bachata lessons and social dancing to a mix of salsa and bachata music.
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The Heeters and Boca Do Rio Pre-Fest Party
7-10 p.m. — Sudwerk Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of soul, groove, funk, and jazz at a local pre-Davis Music Fest celebration.
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