DAVIS, Calif. — Some events are being canceled and a few businesses are closing early after three recent stabbings in Davis have the community on edge.
The three attacks happened in a span of five days after years without a homicide reported in the city.
"While there is a new feeling in the air of how people are approaching this situation and how it's impacted people, at the same time, it has been really encouraging to see how people are coming together to collectively make decisions that will keep everyone safe," said Vincent Marchese, marketing manager for Davis Food Co-op.
Davis Food Co-op is one of the business closing earlier in light of recent events. The store is closing at 8 p.m. instead of 10 p.m.
"Everything we do. Not just the decision to change store hours but all the decisions that we make are with the community in mind. Because we are truly comprised of the community here," said Marchese.
Woodstock Pizza has taken a similar approach, closing at 9 p.m. instead of midnight or 2 a.m. on the weekends.
"Not all our employees drive home. A lot of people bike home. Some people walk - which actually our staff has been very supportive. Like there's people like our managers, have come from their homes just to pick them up, just to drop them off at their house," said Luke McCarthy, general manager for Woodstock Pizza.
Until the attacker is caught, they're asking people to shop and eat dinner earlier.
Canceled events
Davis Farmers Market
Davis Farmers Market on Wednesday will be canceled due to the recent stabbings. Organizers are still planning to host the Saturday market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Central Park.
Davis Food Co-op Block Party
Organizers said in light of the recent violence, the Co-op Block Party scheduled for Saturday has been canceled. For the annual meeting, owners are still invited to visit the Davis Food Co-op Teaching Kitchen from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. to review the previous year’s financial statement.
Businesses closing early
Dunloe Brewing
Dunloe Brewing said Tuesday that The Local will be closing early for the safety and peace of mind of the staff. The Local will be open from 2 to 8 p.m. Olive Drive Tasting Room will have the same hours since they close early.
Rocknasium
The gym will be closing early at 8 p.m. until this is resolved, Rocknasium said Tuesday. This is to ensure the safety of the members, staff, and general public. People can email info@rocknasium.com with concerns or questions.
Woodstock's Pizza
Woodstock's Pizza in Davis announced Tuesday they will be closing at 9 p.m. until further notice for the safety of its staff due to the recent violence downtown. Also, delivery orders will not be taken after 8 p.m. Woodstock's Pizza is located at 238 G Street in Davis.
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