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Hey there, Woodland! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Want to help Woodland teens master real-world life skills?
- Why a Woodland judge refused to release this felony assault defendant
- How Woodland Christian pulled off a tight win over Oroville
Also on today's calendar: Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward Live in Sacramento! and 8 more events.
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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Cloudy and cool, with a high of 50 and low of 46 degrees.
- Wednesday: A morning shower or two, temps: high: 62, low: 47.
- Thursday: Low clouds breaking, with a high of 55 and low of 47 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Businesses sought for annual Adulting 101: Skills for Teens (dailydemocrat.com) — Local organizations and professionals in Woodland are invited to lead 50-minute, beginner-friendly life-skills workshops at the free Adulting 101 conference for teens on March 7, 2026, at the Woodland Community and Senior Center. Hosted by the Woodland Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board and Yolo County Office of Education, the event seeks interactive sessions, with interest forms due by January 2.
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• Court Watch: Judge Keeps Accused in Custody Despite Medical Concerns in Long-Running Felony Assault Case (davisvanguard.org) — A Yolo County judge in Woodland has decided to keep a felony assault defendant in custody, citing flight risk despite defense claims of serious medical issues and local mental health ties. Bail was set at $20,000, and the long-running case returns to court Dec. 16 for a prehearing conference on next steps.
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• Basketball Recap: Oroville Comes Up Short (maxpreps.com) — Woodland Christian’s Cardinals edged Oroville 62-55 on Saturday, giving the Woodland-based school its second straight win and a 4-3 record. Oroville’s Kevin Taylor poured in 29 points in defeat, while Woodland Christian now looks ahead to a tournament matchup against Mountain View later this week.
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📸 Around Woodland
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Woodland
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★ Featured events ★
- Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward Live in Sacramento!
Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard St, Sacramento
2:00 pm
Saturday January 10
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Other local events
- Lap Swim & Water Aerobics
Charles Brooks Community Swim Center , 155 N. West Street , Woodland
11:00 am - Pioneer High School (Woodland) vs Colfax Falcons
Pioneer High School , 1400 Pioneer Ave , Woodland
4:30 pm - Lap Swim & Water Aerobics
Charles Brooks Community Swim Center , 155 N. West Street , Woodland
7:00 pm - Beginning + Intermediate Tai Chi
Woodland Community & Senior Center , 2001 East St , Woodland
9:00 am - The Nutcracker Sweet
"The Woodland Opera House" Community Theatre , 340 Second St , Woodland
7:00 pm - Peter and the Wolf & The Nutcracker Sweet - Woodland Opera House
"The Woodland Opera House" Community Theatre , 340 Second St , Woodland
7:00 pm - Woodland Library Board Game Open Gathering - 3rd Saturday
Woodland Public Library , 250 1st St , Woodland
12:00 pm - The Nutcracker Sweet
"The Woodland Opera House" Community Theatre , 340 Second St , Woodland
2:00 pm - Subject: Request for Help This Holiday Season Hello everyone, I hope this message finds you well.
, Woodland
9:00 am - Request for help for Christmas
9:00 am
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Saturday December 20
Thursday December 25
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Beginning + Intermediate Tai Chi
Davis Arts Center , 1919 F St , Davis
10:15 am - Seattle Redhawks at UC Davis Aggies Basketball
University Credit Union , Memorial Union , Davis
6:00 pm - Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Riccardo Muti - Brahms, Stravinsky & Ravel
Mondavi Center , 523 Mrak Hall Dr , Davis
2:00 pm - Board of Education Meeting
Community Chambers , 23 Russell Boulevard , Davis
6:30 pm
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hello #everyone
Skippy Cleaners Your local small business servicing Yolo Woodland Davis Dixon Natomas 35 years of experience We Specialize in a healthy cleaner way… (Nextdoor Cross,Gibson,East,West) - ⸻ Hello Neighbors, I’m reposting this because the last time I posted, I was really stressed out and panicking after my car broke down.
My son and I are currently staying in a motel, and I’m in recovery. I have one job right now, and I’ll be starting a second job next week. Things… (Nextdoor Cottonwood and Beamer)
- Panda Restaurant Group posted a job opening for Assistant Manager (P1-1357675-1) in Woodland. Apply here.
- Michaels posted a job opening for Customer Service Manager in Woodland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Woodland here.
🗞 Nearby News
Davis
- Community Voices Call for Stability at Davis Respite Center (davisvanguard.org)
- Former Cal, Raiders head coach Mike White's ties connected with nearly every team in the Bay Area during his six decades in football (dailydemocrat.com)
- Column: Remember the homeless this holiday season (dailydemocrat.com)
West Sacramento
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