How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

Patch Releases Android App

Launch syncs with release of Nexus 5.

Weird News: An Exorcism, Gold Burglary and Squeegee Attack

A round-up of weird news stories from around the Bay Area this week.

Know a Veteran Who Needs a Job?

TODAY, Veteran Recruiting will host a virtual job fair with dozens of employers participating nationwide.

Free Food and National Parks Today

Several local restaurants are offering free meals for military today.

Pay Tribute to the Veterans in Your Life

Last week, we asked readers to contribute the names of beloved veterans in their lives. Today, on Veterans Day, we pay tribute to those who served. Add the names of veterans you would like to honor in the comments section below.

Good News! Baby Aria Will Get Her Heart Surgery

Aria will have her heart fixed by Christmas.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Open House at Heritage Apartments Friday, Host of Officials to Attend

Local senior resources, along with several local officials expected to speak.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

Bicycle Races at the Dixon Racetrack, 1896

Dixon Public Library is home to so much more than books. It holds an archive of Dixon's rich historic photos, sharing fun ones like this often.

Ray of Hope For Aria Schilling's Heart Surgery- Managed Healthcare Overturns Insurance Recommendation

After a month long insurance company battle and media campaign, an independent medical review by the Department of Managed Healthcare says Oakland Children's Hospital is the best course of treatment for Aria Schilling.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Metallica Frontman to be Honored at Facebook's Little Kids Rock Fundraiser

This year's event will honor the late Chef Josef Desimone, former Google chef and a supporter of the music education fundraiser.

Community Update

National Teen Driver Safety Week, Is Your Dixon High Student Registered to Win?

Dixon High School is registered to participate in Celebrate My Drive, the 7th Annual National Teen Driver Safety Week.

THE Guide to Patch Tips and Tricks on Blogging

Maybe you just started your blog or perhaps you’re already an old pro. Either way, we’ve put together some tips *every* blogger should check out (trust us, they're helpful!):

The Best Blogs on Patch: Tom Clancy Tribute and Resume Tips

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

The Best Blogs on Patch: Grandmothers, Guns and Scooping Poop

Patch’s weekly roundup of blogs from across the country.

5 Things for Dixon's New Parents to Know

Whether your new baby is royal or not, here are 5 things brand new mothers and fathers should know.

What Did Your Dad Teach You?

Father's Day musings from Sacramento-area residents.

A True Bond: Dixon Cancer Survivor Leads Her Pup to Dog Show Victory

100-Year-Old Dixon Resident, Earl Headings, Honored After a Full Century Life

Mr. Headings says he doesn't think there's a secret to life, explaining good genes are really the most important factor in living beyond a century.

Local Active 20-30 Club Hosts Dine & Donate Fundraiser for Kids in Need

Join the local Active 20-30 Club, Oct. 23 as they Host Mary's Pizza Shack "Dine & Donate" Halloween Costume Fundraiser for local kids in need.

Getting to Know Rhawnie Kraak, of Sun Safe Tan

Rhawnie Kraak, owner of Sun Safe Tan, tells Patch about herself & her business in this week's 10 Questions

How Much Do Dixon Residents Give to Charity?

New study details giving by ZIP Code and finds areas with more GOP voters are more likely to support charities.

Dixon Residents Come Together For National Night Out

Annual National Night Out party a success

Watch Live Coverage of JPL's Curiosity Mars Rover Landing

The video below will keep you updated on the progress of Curiosity's Mars landing, which is estimated to take place around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday.

Update: A Young Man Loses His Life On His Birthday, A Family Escapes the Shooter

Alex Sullivan was among the 12 people who died during the shooting rampage at an Aurora movie theater Friday.

Dixon Dance Studio Prepares for 11th Annual Dance Recital

The dancers of Dixon Dance Studio are preparing for their big show of the year, the 11th Annual Dance recital to be held at Vacaville Performing Arts Theater June 29-30 and July 1.

Dixon Police Officers Join Special Olympics Torch Run

Dixon Police officers ran with the Special Olympics torch through Dixon, the torch was then taken to Davis for the weekend event.

Giving Cristia Isabel a Voice

Five-year-old Cristia Isabel Jimenez was diagnosed with the Rett Syndrome at barely 20 months. Now her family is attempting to raise enough funds to purchase a state-of-the-art computer that will give her the means to communicate.

Happy Mother's Day

Post a pic of your mother and tell us why she is the bestest!

Dixon Native Marty James Returns to Perform For Hometown Crowd

One Block Radius' singer Marty James left Dixon at the age of 10, but returned Wednesday for a special May Fair performance.

Vote For the Dixon May Fair to Be Featured in News10 Live StreetCast

A vote for BEAM at the Dixon May Fair could bring Sacramento News 10 Cameras to Dixon for a live news segment called StreetCast

Dixon Family Services Gets Boost From Two Local Service Agencies

Dixon Kiwanis Club, Dixon Lions Club donate to DFS

Stormy Weather Forecast Through Friday

The rain to taper off by the beginning of the weekend.

Traffic on West I80 Backed Up Due to Road Maintenance

Alternate routes advised

Free Post St. Paddy's Brunch Today at the Dixon Veterans Hall

The brunch is courtesy of Dixon's American Legion Post 208.

Fun Facts About Leap Year

With 366 days instead of the usual 365, what are you going to do with the extra 24 hours in 2012?