The latest stories from UC Davis's student newspaper, The California Aggie, available online at www.theaggie.orgen-us(C) 2007-2008 The California Aggiehttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/59When Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announced a drought in June, Californians were told to take shorter showers and use less water on their lawns. But for farms in California and Yolo County, the challenge of dealing with less water is even greater.Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PrdPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/59A combination of factors has led to the appearance of West Nile Virus in the Sacramento region. Six mosquito samples taken in Sacramento County have tested positive for the virus, and 10 infected dead birds have been reported, according to the Sacramento-Yolo Vector Control District.Thu, 3 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PrdPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/58 Davis' Climate Action Team has reached another milestone in its quest to reduce the city's carbon footprint. The CAT hosted its first community forum Thursday, aimed at gathering feedback and ideas from residents on improving the city's plan for reducing emissions.Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/58Family, friends and law enforcement from all over Northern California gathered at the ARC Pavilion on Friday morning to say goodbye to Sheriff's Deputy Tony Diaz, who was shot and killed in the line of duty on Father's Day. "Officer down," said Yolo County Sheriff Ed Prieto. "This is the call every member of the law enforcement community dreads and hopes never to hear. These are the words broadcast by Yolo County Sheriff's Deputy Tony Diaz on Sunday, June 15 at 9:30 p.m."Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/58Though the air is still heavy with the smoke of fires from all over Northern California, the burden got a little lighter this weekend as pledges of support came in from a variety of sources. President Bush declared a state of emergency for California on Saturday, authorizing federal assistance to alleviate the effects of the fires.Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/58SATURDAY   Psst! PSSST! An individual threw a rock through a bedroom window on University Avenue, resulting in the window shattering.Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/57Public hearing on photovoltaic cells at wastewater treatment site The agreement under consideration would authorize the installation and operation of solar cells on a portion of the city's wastewater treatment site to provide power for that facility. The agreement also stipulated that the city would purchase all power generated at the site for at least 25 years.The council closed the public hearing and decided not to pursue the agreement at this time.Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/57Supporters of choice voting in city elections will have to continue to wait before they see any progress toward their goal. Members of the Davis City Council decided Tuesday that it would be best to put off a decision on a city charter and choice voting.Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/57The Yolo County Board of Supervisors voted on June 17 to approve a budget for 2008-2009 that is widely considered to be the most difficult in over a decade. All county departments will have to tighten their belts, but the most significant cut is the $4.1 million being taken out of the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health department's long unbalanced budget.Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/57 In the June 23 issue of The California Aggie, the article "Legally saying 'I do'" had a misspelling of Sharon Hale's last name. The Aggie regrets the error.Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/56 Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger announced just over two weeks ago that California is facing a drought, warning that the state could be forced into some heavy rationing if the situation does not improve. In Davis, however, a sense of urgency to change water habits has not quite developed yet. The city has not implemented any rules or restrictions on its residents, but some residents are aware of the issue and feel obligated to make a personal change.Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PrdPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/56 Starting July 1, drivers will have to use a new hands-free approach to talking on their cell phones. Two laws, SB 1613 and AB 33, will prohibit cell phone use while operating an automobile, unless the driver is using a hands-free or wireless device.Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PrdPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/56Saturday morning was one of firsts for a community, a church, a minister and a couple. Dawn Student married Sharon Dale in the Unitarian Universalist Church of Davis. They were escorted, wearing semi-casual clothing, into the sanctuary to the tune of "Chapel of Love" by The Dixie Cups, with over 150 guests singing and clapping along.Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PrdPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/56FRIDAY   Charitable giving Occupants of a silver sedan were reportedly throwing bottles out of their vehicle near the intersection of Third and B streets.Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PrdPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/55With gas prices on the rise in a challenged economy, public transit in the Sacramento and San Francisco areas is starting to see increases in ridership. Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/55Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/55MONDAY Slowly but surely A person on Navajo Street was seen wandering around the neighborhood very slowly and looking at the residences.Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/55Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/55Voters decided Tuesday that the face of the Davis City Council would stay the same, at least for two more years when the rest of the council faces re-election.Thu, 5 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDThttp://www.theaggie.org/articles/54esidents and businesses of the Santa Cruz mountains are just beginning to assess the damage done by the recent Summit forest fire, which started May 22 and destroyed 4,270 acres in a week. The first major fire of the season in Northern California destroyed 36 houses and 64 outbuildings, forcing 1,000 people to evacuate their homes. It cost an estimated $16.1 million to suppress.Wed, 4 Jun 2008 00:00:00 PthPDT