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Thursday, October 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Davis. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Anthropologists at UC Davis developed a theoretical model that shows how lucky outcomes and coordinated group actions can help a pilgrimage emerge—data from a site at Nuestro Señor de Pucara near Lake Titicaca supported the study’s findings. The research explains that uncertain economic conditions make it more likely for new collective rituals to take hold. UC Davis
- ➤ The University of California, Davis received $961 million in external awards for fiscal year 2024-25—these funds from federal agencies, state contributions and industry will boost research and create jobs in the region. UC Davis
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Davis City Council voted on Tuesday to delay deciding on requiring microgrids for the Village Farms and Willowgrove housing projects—approving a $185,000 traffic fee study to help move the developments forward. Staff will work with the climate resilience coordinator and return with options at a November 4 workshop. Davis Vanguard
- ➤ On Tuesday, Davis City Council met to discuss policy options—specifically a fee study and climate resiliency measures—for the proposed Village Farms and Willowgrove housing projects. The council will review further changes in upcoming sessions. The Davis Enterprise
- ➤ Residents including parents and educators urged the city council to speed up the Village Farms and Willowgrove housing projects because the shortage has forced families to leave and school enrollment to drop—testimonies warned that further delays could harm property values and force teachers to live outside. Davis Vanguard
- ➤ Yolo County will host a Domestic Violence Awareness Forum to offer community members information on local support services, with presentations by Vice Chair Sheila Allen, Supervisor Lucas Frerichs, the District Attorney’s Office & the Davis Police Department. Attendees will learn about available resources and safe steps to address domestic violence. The Davis Enterprise
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Davis thrift and vintage stores appeal to college students and residents looking for affordable, unique clothing; shops like Bohéme, Treehouse Vintage, Yesterday Vintage, and Aggie Reuse at Memorial Union offer curated selections & free donated items that show a growing trend in sustainable shopping. The California Aggie
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