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Volume 142, Number 31 — Locally-owned since 1884
Winters, Yolo County, California, Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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This year’s Welcome to Winters magazine is on its way! The 2025 edition highlights how rural life connects generations and fosters community strength. From festivals and murals to local business and civic engagement.
It’s all inside! Winters Chamber hosts inaugural State of the City Luncheon Express staff
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Portions of Winters and Western Yolo communities are included in the Central Yolo County Flood Hazard Mitigation Study Area Map.
Public meeting focuses on Central Yolo flood study By Rebecca Wasik McNaughton Media
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MBK Engineers, Yolo County and Yolo County Flood Control District staff held a public meeting on Aug. 28 to discuss the Central Yolo County Flood Hazard Mitigation Study. In 2024, the county received a grant from FEMA under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program to conduct the study. The study focused on the area around Rolling Acres and the Yolo County Airport.
“The team has been building the hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) model and have found the photos and videos provided by the community very helpful in this effort,” said an invite to the meeting. “The final H&H model will allow us to better understand the current water flow conditions, including where the water comes from, where it’s going, and what can be done to reduce localized flooding, in light of the current topography. The final Feasibility Study Report will provide a roadmap of projects, including a cost-benefit analysis, to reduce the flood risk.” Tom Trexler, senior project engineer at
MBK explained that while there would be no conclusions made during the meeting, the attendees would be provided with different alternatives and options that could be considered. 10-year and 100-year flood animation models were shown, as was data on flood depth differences across the area. 10 mitigation measures were considered and pared down into four alternatives. Alternative 1 is upstream flood control by creating a flood berm along the Northern Airport Canal Embankment and channelizing Chickahominy Slough/Dry
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Features ........................ B-1
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Date
Rain
High
Aug. 27
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101˚
65˚
Aug. 28
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100˚
62˚
Aug. 29
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99˚
59˚
Aug. 30
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99˚
61˚
Eventos hispanos ....... A-5
Aug. 31
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105˚
66˚
Sept. 01
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106˚
61˚
Opinion ......................... B-3
Sept. 02 0,01”
105˚
68˚
Classifieds ................... B-4 Community .................. A-2
Real Estate ................... B-2 Sports ........................... B-6
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Rain for week: 0.01 in. Season’s total: 0.01 in. Last sn. to date: TRACE Winters rainfall season began 7/1/25. Weather readings are taken at 9 a.m. daily by local weatherman Joe Bristow.
The Winters District Chamber of Commerce will host the city’s first-ever State of the City Luncheon on Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Hotel Winters. The inaugural event marks a new tradition for the community, creating an annual forum to highlight key accomplishments, share updates on important initiatives, and look ahead to the future of Winters. The program begins with a networking hour and light refreshments, giving attendees an opportunity to connect with business leaders, community members, and local officials. Following the networking session, the program will open with welcoming remarks and updates from the Chamber president. City Manager Jeremy Craig will then present an overview of city priorities and upcoming projects, offering insight into the work being done across Winters. The event will conclude
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Winters City Manager Jeremy Craig is the featured speaker at the inaugural State of the City Luncheon. with closing remarks from Mayor Albert Vallecillo, underscoring the city’s commitment to collaboration and progress. This first State of the City event represents more than just an update — it is an opportunity for residents, business representatives, and civic leaders to come together in one room. The luncheon will provide a unique look at the challenges and opportunities facing Winters, as well as a platform to celebrate the growth and momentum the city has achieved in
recent years. The Chamber envisions this gathering as the start of a long-standing annual tradition that will foster transparency, strengthen community partnerships, and highlight the shared vision for the city’s future. The luncheon is open to attendees 18 years and older. Tickets are $65 and must be purchased in advance at winterschamber.com or directly at https://bit. ly/4gh4hLd. Seating is limited, and community members are encouraged to secure tickets early.
Fortnightly hosts community blood drive Express staff The Winters Fortnightly Club, in partnership with Vitalant, is urging local residents to help save lives at the upcoming Winters Community Blood Drive. The event will take place on Monday, Sept. 8, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. at the Winters Community Center, 201 Railroad Ave. This month, the goal is to collect 25 pints of blood to help ensure patients in need have lifesaving resources available. All donors will also have a chance to win a $5,000 gift card from Vitalant. While walk-ins are welcome, scheduling an appointment is highly recommended to secure a spot and ensure faster service. Appointments can be made online at donors.vitalant.org using the Advanced Search feature with the blood drive code SMFM164, by calling 877-258-4825 and mentioning the code, or by scanning the QR code on flyers around town and on
social media. Eligibility requirements include being at least 16 years old (with parental consent for donors under 18), weighing at least 110 pounds, and being in general good health. Donors must also bring a photo ID. To streamline the donation process, donors are encouraged to arrive well-nourished and hydrated. The process typically takes about one hour, depending on the type of donation. Donors can also complete the Fast Track health questionnaire online beforehand at www.vitalant.org/donate/ health-history-questionnaire/fasttrack to save time at check-in. The Winters Fortnightly Club encourages everyone in the community to act now — every donation counts toward reaching the goal of 25 pints and making a real difference in people’s lives. For questions about eligibility, appointments, or the blood drive, contact Vitalant at 877-258-4825.
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