Dixon's Dr. Timm takes 'Best Veterinarian' Honor

Dr. Timm is Tops

It pretty impressive when a Dixon business makes the ‘Best’ category of the Vacaville Reporter’s ‘Best of 2011 Book’ which is why I think it’s worth noting that on the very last page, Dr. Peter Timm of Dixon Veterinary Clinic got the top spot for best vet. Dr. Timm’s office is at 7925 Pedrick Road in Dixon and has long been our choice for our pets.

Dependable Heating and Air also took top spot for Heating and Air Companies with Greiner getting a runner up spot. There were several Dixon businesses that got runner up classifications such as Punjabi Dhaba Indian Restaurant, Cattlemen’s for Steak House, Mae’s Attic for Antiques, Fisk’s Cyclery for Bike Shops, Pedrick Produce for Fruit Stands, Solano Computer Guys for Computer Repairs. The annual business contest is sponsored by the Reporter and it published/distributed in their Sunday edition.

Job and Education Expo

On Tuesday, January 24, 10 am to 2 pm at the Hampton Inn and Suites, 800 Mason Street in Vacaville, a ‘Job and Education Expo 2012’ will be held for the job seekers or potential students. It is sponsored by 95.3KUIC Hometown Radio Station, the Reporter, the Times-Herald and the Daily Democrat.

If you’re looking for work or want to explore training programs in various growth industries, this is the place to go. There will also be several representatives from higher education facilities.

CHP Seeks Seniors

Well, this is a change—someone is actually looking for more mature people to work in their organization. This happens to be fresh from the California Highway Patrol:  The CHP is looking for older volunteers to donate their time in its Solano office.

Volunteers will occasionally ride along with officers to serve as an additional set of eyes and be asked to help with administrative functions such as data entry, filing, photocopying, answering phones and assisting the Watch Commander. They also will be asked to help at community events. In these tough economic times, utilizing volunteers frees up clerical staff and uniformed officers to focus on their primary duties.

"If you are looking for an opportunity in making a difference in traffic safety in our community, we would love to hear from you." said Captain Mark Mulgrew, the commander of the Solano CHP area. 

Candidates must be at least 55 years old and able to work a minimum of eight hours per month. They must pass a background check, have a good driving record and complete an informal in-house academy. Those interested are asked to call Senior Volunteer Kenneth Powell at (707) 428-2100 on Mondays or Thursdays.  You can also email him at:  kpowell@chp.ca.gov. 

Atkinson Self Storage Auctions Items

If you enjoy garage sales, you’ll want to write this date down on your calendar: Friday, January 20. That’s when it is time for another lien sale of items that have been abandoned at Atkinson Self Storage, 1800 North First Street. The business is managed by Carol and Greg Parker.

There will be four units of items auctioned off  by Storage Auction Experts with numerous items including furniture, sports equipment, office equipment, hardware, linens, a barbecue, a ladder, toys and much more. Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only and all items are sold as is.

 Carol encourages people to get there a half hour early to look things over before the auction starts. The auction will begin at 2 pm. Call (707) 693-9200 for more information.