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Vacaville, California Patch AM: a 5 min readWhat's up Vacaville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How Solanoās EMS shake-up could change Vacavilleās 911 medical response
- How a Vacaville elementary turned video-game math into statewide dominance
- Vacaville Soroptimist leader just took charge of 47 regional clubs
Also on today's calendar: American Canyon High School Choir presents A Soundtrack of the Year and 4 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 53 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and hot, temps: high: 91, low: 55. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: Hot with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 92 and low of 57 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Solano Supes withdraw from SEMC JPA (timesheraldonline.com) ā Solano County supervisors just voted to pull out of the regional EMS joint powers authority, a move that directly affects Vacavilleās unique, grandfathered emergency response area. Leaders praised their relationship with Vacaville Fire, debated how much say local providers like Vacaville should have on a new advisory committee, and outlined upcoming changes to ambulance contracts and oversight that will shape 911 medical service countywide. 
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2. At Vacaville's Callison Elementary, math is an adventure (mercedsunstar.com) ā Students at Vacavilleās Callison Elementary are turning algebra into a game, using the Prodigy Math platform to power their way to a statewide championship and a shot at a $100,000 tech grant. Teachers say the videoāgame style battles keep third graders excited, quietly building advanced skills and confidence while representing Vacaville in a national competition. Ā Ā Ā
3. Local Soroptimist takes lead at regional level (timesheraldonline.com) ā Vacavilleās Soroptimist club is celebrating as longtime member Jackie DeVries becomes Governor of the Founder Region, the first time a local member has reached this role. From her Vacaville roots, sheāll oversee 47 clubs across Northern California, Hawaii, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands, focusing on education, mentorship, and economic empowerment for women and girls. Ā Ā Ā
4. Local leaders launch Solano Forward (mercedsunstar.com) ā Vacavilleās planning commission chair is helping lead a new countywide group, Solano Forward, aimed at bringing back skilled jobs after major layoffs at Valero, Budweiser, Jelly Belly and Mare Island. The coalition of business, labor and agriculture leaders plans informal meetings and public education to rally support for projects that could grow jobs, infrastructure and the tax base across Solano County. Ā Ā Ā
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American Canyon High School Choir presents A Soundtrack of the Year ā
St Peter's Chapel, 1181 Walnut Ave, Vallejo
3:00 pm
Sunday May 17
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Other local events
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Choosing A Path: Possible Local Sales Tax Measure Community Meeting
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Travis Credit Union's Community Room One Travis Way, Vacaville, CA 95687
8:00 am -
Ambassador Meeting
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Sonesta Essential Vacaville - Napa Valley 800 Mason St, Vacaville, CA 95688
8:30 am -
Senior Recognition
Elise P. Buckingham Charter Magnet High Vacaville, CA 95687
6:00 pm -
Walmart Neighborhood Market's Grand Re-opening
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Walmart Neighborhood Market 941 Alamo Dr, Vacaville, CA 95687
9:00 am -
Lemonade Day Vacaville ā
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Just Between Friends Kid's, Teen, + Maternity Consignment Pop-Up Event ā
6391 Leisure Town Rd, Vacaville
12:00 pm
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
Saturday May 16
Thursday May 28
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Business Issues Forum: New Paths to Workforce Talent- Apprenticeships and Military Internships
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Travis Credit Union Community Room 1 Travis Way Vacaville, CA 95687
8:45 am -
Choosing A Path: Possible Local Sales Tax Measure Community Meeting
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Travis Credit Union's Community Room One Travis Way, Vacaville, CA 95687
8:00 am -
Parent Cafe
Tolenas Elementary 1600 Kidder Ave, Fairfield, CA 94533, USA
8:15 am -
Ambassador Meeting
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Sonesta Essential Vacaville - Napa Valley 800 Mason St, Vacaville, CA 95688
8:30 am -
Governing Board Meeting (Closed Session)
Fairfield-Suisun Unified 2490 Hilborn Rd, Fairfield, CA 94534, USA
5:00 pm -
Senior Recognition
Elise P. Buckingham Charter Magnet High Vacaville, CA 95687
6:00 pm
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
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- I feel confident I passed my biology final at Solano College today.
I got most of it right. One question I didnāt answer cause I didnāt know the answer and one other question was tricky and answered it with what Iā¦ (Nextdoor Nelson Park) - I got my trellis set up for my passion vine that will bear fruit!
Might take a year to get established. Everyone cross your fingers. I will share my bounty. Oh, and some of my Gazanias are blooming. I visited Aceā¦ (Nextdoor Meadowlands)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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