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The Modesto Bee

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New Oakdale restaurant should be mentioned when talking about good barbecue

A question I am frequently asked and see on social media often is, “Which restaurant has the best barbecue in the Stanislaus County region?” After visiting recently opened Craft BBQ Smokehouse & Catering in Oakdale, I believe it should be part of the conversation. Craft BBQ restaurant opened Nov. 12 on E. F St., two years after owners Jesse Padilla and Matt Martin launched the brand as a catering company. Martin, former Valley Meal Prep owner, and Padilla, a longtime Modesto chef, expanded with a food trailer, which they opened behind an old Valley Meal Prep building in Modesto June 2025. The duo planned to open a restaurant in that McHenry Avenue space, but it was sold to different restaurateurs — more on that later. When they found the building in Oakdale, a former Chinese food and sushi buffet, they acquired a prime location and a new business idea : a salad bar and barbecue buffet. Menu items you cannot miss at Craft BBQ The $11.97 one-trip or $17.97 unlimited salad bar was launched with the opening of the restaurant. The barbecue buffet equipment is set up but, per my previous conversations with Padilla and Martin, the option will likely

Oakdale, CA · 6h

McClatchy - Modesto Bee

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On a Budget at We Donuts in Modesto

Modesto, CA · 1d

The Modesto Bee

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Classic rock group set bring its mega-hits to Modesto's Gallo Center. Who, when

Get the Eat. Sip. Play. newsletter in your inbox Available now: Sign up here for the best food, drink and entertainment coverage in Stanislaus County. Gallo Center audiences will be ready to get down at an upcoming concert. KC & The Sunshine Band is set to perform at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at the downtown Modesto venue. Limited tickets remain available. Led by Harry Wayne “KC” Casey, the rock/disco-centric band formed in 1973. Casey said in an online story on ktalnews.com that “he wants to keep uplifting people and getting them to dance with his music.” “I think people are looking for any kind of escape to feel good and to feel happy,” he was quoted in the story. “It’s kind of a blessing for me, because that’s what it was intended to do. I’m so happy that it’s still doing it generation after generation.” The band usually features 15 artists playing horns, singing backup and dancing, according to the story. The group’s well-known mega-hits include “That’s the Way (I Like It),” “Get Down Tonight” and “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty.” Remaining tickets are $78 to $118 for the show at the Gallo Center, 1000 I St. in

Modesto, CA · 3d

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Manteca Dance Studio Stages 37th Holiday Show While Hunting for New Home

More than 100 dancers from a Manteca studio that has taught faith-based dance since 1989 are set to take the stage in Ripon next weekend for the 37th annual staging of “The Heart of the Holidays.” Two performances are planned at The One Church, with the show arriving just as the studio navigates an uncertain future for its own physical space.

Manteca, CA · 8h
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Country Herald

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Northern California Winter Storm Watch: Up to 2 Feet of Snow Nov 13-16

Sierra Nevada and Lassen peaks could see 2 feet of snow as dangerous travel develops Friday.

Northern California, CA · 3d

The Modesto Bee

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Thunderstorms to sweep through Modesto area. How long will wind and rain last?

Register to attend a free virtual forum on Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 6 p.m., on how Central Valley residents can prepare for the coming El Niño season, featuring Sean Macaday, a meteorologist with the Sacramento Bee, and Stanislaus County Deputy Director of Emergency Services Ruben Wegner. As the Central Valley braces for a potentially record-breaking El Niño season , multiple rounds of rain-producing atmospheric rivers are expected to move through the Modesto region. The storm systems could bring periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms, along with cooler temperatures and gusty winds. “A pair of storm systems will bring widespread rain, moderate to heavy rain and snow in the mountains, and gusty to strong southerly winds today into Monday,” the National Weather Service said in a news release Friday. Here’s what Modesto-area residents can expect: When will the season’s first atmospheric river hit Modesto? While there was a brief atmospheric river across Southern California and the southwestern U.S. around Halloween, this will be the first to truly soak the entire state , The Sacramento Bee reported. As cool air from Alaska continues to sink down along the coast, it rapidly saturates the subtropical jet stream with abundant moisture, in part thanks

Modesto, CA · 8h

The Modesto Bee

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Modesto and Oakdale getting new Chipotle restaurants. Here's when they'll open

At the beginning of the year, some Modesto residents speculated that a Chipotle Mexican Grill was being built in The Marketplace shopping center on Oakdale Road. They were correct. In February, the company would only confirm that it was scheduled to open a new location in Modesto in 2027. Now, representatives for Chipotle are saying that location, at 3401 Oakdale Road, Suite 300, will open Nov. 18. It’s not the only Chipotle opening soon in Stanislaus County. One at 1595 E. F St. in Oakdale will open before the end of the year, according to a news release. Both restaurants feature a drive-thru lane and will be open 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Chipotle is hiring for around 30 jobs per location, according to the release. Learn more at chipotle.com/careers .

Modesto, CA · 2d

The Modesto Bee

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Modesto's Fruit Yard Amphitheater announces first 2027 season concert. Who, when

Get the Eat. Sip. Play. newsletter in your inbox Available now: Sign up here for the best food, drink and entertainment coverage in Stanislaus County. Barely a month after its final show of the current year, the Fruit Yard Amphitheater has announced its first concert for the 2027 season. Country rocker Cody Jinks and his band The Tonedeaf Hippies will play 7 p.m. Friday, June 11 at the Modesto venue. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13. The performance is part his The Working Man Tour, “built around Jinks’ commitment to his fans and keeping live music affordable and accessible,” according to a press release. “The tour takes a different approach to the modern concert experience, with ticket options designed to allow groups of four to attend for $100–$150 total,” according to the release. Availability is limited in some locations. Jinks’ tour also plans to offer market-specific food and drink specials where possible. The release did not indicate if the above options would be available at the Modesto stop. Jinks performs a blend of outlaw country and rock ’n’ roll. He’s known for songs including “Loud and Heavy” and “Hippies and Cowboys.” The concert will follow the

Modesto, CA · 3d

The Stockton Record

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San Joaquin County football 2026 regular season stat leaders

This one’s for the football junkies. The stat nerds. The ones who live for numbers. They don’t stop at the final score — they want the details. The box scores. The breakdowns. Who threw it, who ran it, who stopped it. The ones who can’t wait to let their friends know who led San Joaquin County football in every category before the morning coffee is even poured. Because sure, the scoreboard matters — but the numbers tell the truth. The Record tallied stats for the county’s top passers, rushers, and receivers. On defense, the leaders in tackles, sacks and interceptions. And for the specialists — the five longest field goals of the year. Here are the 2026 San Joaquin County football regular-season stat leaders: Top passers River Islands senior Daryl Carpenter — 3,008 yards, 29 touchdowns, three interceptions Lincoln senior Julian Perez — 2,777 yards, 27 touchdowns, eight interceptions Edison sophomore Ayden McClendon — 2,736 yards, 34 touchdowns, six interceptions McNair junior Shawn San — 2,719 yards, 37 touchdowns, three interceptions Chavez junior Elijah Walker — 2,589 yards, 33 touchdowns, six interceptions Linden sophomore Devin Hunger — 1,632 yards, 16 touchdowns, six interceptions Tokay junior Nico Sinigaglia — 1,550 yards,

San Joaquin County, CA · 1d

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California Put Up $1 Million to Watch the Coast Through El Niño. Nobody on the Mendocino Coast Asked for Any of It.

The last time the ocean off Northern California looked like this, a marine heat wave and an El Niño wiped out most of the North Coast’s bull kelp, and the state’s own staff report says this year closely matches that stretch from 2014 to 2016. The California...

Fort Bragg, CA · 3d

The Fresno Bee

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I-5 is most dangerous Central Valley highway for Thanksgiving travel, analysis finds

Interstate 5 in San Joaquin County is the most dangerous highway stretch in the Central Valley for Thanksgiving week travel, ranking 14th in California, according to a new analysis of California Highway Patrol crash data from 2021 to 2025. That stretch of highway saw 49 crashes that injured 64 people and killed three during Thanksgiving week over the five years, according to the analysis by Mason Law. The analysis looked at crashes on highways statewide where at least one person was injured or killed, Monday through Sunday of Thanksgiving week. It found that over the past five Thanksgiving weeks, Wednesdays saw the most crashes (824), and Thanksgiving Day had the fewest (493) statewide. Thanksgiving week highway deaths fell from 37 in 2021 to 20 in 2025. Highway 99 in Merced County ranked as the 22nd most dangerous, with 35 crashes that injured 66 people and killed two. Highway 99 was also ranked the 28th most dangerous in Kern County, 38th in San Joaquin County, 41st in Stanislaus County, 46th in Tulare County and 66th in Fresno County. Fresno County Thanksgiving week crash data The stretch of Interstate 5 in Fresno County ranked 53rd most dangerous in the state, with 21

San Joaquin County, CA · 8h

The Stockton Record

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Series of storms to bring rain and gusty winds to Stockton, SJ County

Stockton and San Joaquin County residents should brace for gusty winds and localized flooding concerns as a series of storms from the Pacific brings wintry weather to San Joaquin County beginning Friday. The National Weather Service reported that storm activity, with mainly light to moderate rainfall, may continue through Thursday. A Wind Advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m. for central San Joaquin County, including Stockton, with south winds of 20 to 30 mph and gusts up to 45 mph that could bring down tree limbs and cause isolated power outages. Meanwhile, a Flood Advisory continues Friday for low-lying Delta areas along the San Joaquin River and other waterways, where abnormally high tides could flood roads, parks and other vulnerable areas. Winter is coming The first day of winter falls on Dec. 21. Known as the winter solstice, it will be the shortest day and longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. December and January are typically the coldest months in the Valley. During those months, the average high is in the 50s and lows are in the 30s, according to the National Weather Service. ➤ Weather alerts via text : Sign up to get updates about current

San Joaquin County, CA · 4h

Seattle ON Tap

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Five Years, Five Section Titles, ZERO State Wins: Ripon Just Blew That Door Open

trophy logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Four San Joaquin County teams kicked off their CIF State championship runs at home Tuesday night, and every single one delivered, punching their tickets to the next round. Forget […]

San Joaquin County, CA · 2d

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3 trucking businesses go bankrupt in California, Illinois and Maryland

Three trucking businesses recently filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, a process designed for liquidating assets. The string of bankruptcies contrast with Chapter 11 reorganization bankruptcies that carriers have been undergoing in moves to continue operations. Filings from the last week of October included:. Road King Transport of Manteca, California, which...

Manteca, CA · 13h

The Stockton Record

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Two of three Stockton City Council incumbents appear headed for reelection

As ballot counting nears its end for the general election, two of the three Stockton City Council incumbents appear headed for reelection. The San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters released its latest semi-final official election results Wednesday night, showing 216,975 had been counted among 415,611 registered voters, for a turnout of 52.2%. The estimated unprocessed ballot report, also released Wednesday, showed 4,242 ballots remain unprocessed, including 88 being provisional ballots, 3,568 conditional voter registration provisional ballots and 591 ballots listed as "other." The Stockton City Council is the city's primary legislative body. It approves the city budget, levies taxes and makes or amends city laws, policies and ordinances. The City Council has seven members, including the mayor. The mayor is elected at large, while the other six members are elected from the city's six districts. Stockton City Council District 1 Since early election results began coming in, incumbent Michele Padilla has maintained a strong and steady lead over challenger Tamica Small. Padilla, an educator, took her seat on the Stockton City Council on Jan. 1, 2023. Her current term ends on Jan. 1, 2027. Small is a lifelong Stockton resident who worked as a probation officer for 22 years. The

Stockton, CA · 1d

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New Finds Arrive Every Week At This Huge California Antique Warehouse Where Treasure Hunters Lose Hours

Some buildings look plain from the parking lot and then swallow your whole afternoon once you step inside. That is exactly what happens at a big antique spot tucked into California’s Central Valley, where dozens of dealers fill the aisles with glassware, records, furniture, and odd little treasures. Regulars...

Salida, CA · 1d

The Modesto Bee

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Record-breaking El Niño could hit the Central Valley. Join us for a live forum

As the Central Valley braces for a historic Super El Niño, The Modesto Bee , The Fresno Bee and Merced Sun-Star are partnering to host a virtual panel discussion on how residents can prepare. Meteorologist Sean Macaday and Stanislaus County Deputy Director of Emergency Services Ruben Wegner will answer questions on Zoom about the El Niño on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 6 to 7 p.m. People can register for the free event at https://mcclatchy.zoom.us/meeting/register/yMrpkNJeQ-GkY8t4P_TViw The panelists will be available to take audience questions during the event. Readers may also submit questions ahead of the event below.

Stanislaus County, CA · 1d

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Stockton Honda's Hammer Lane History Includes a 1999 Groundbreaking

A Stockton Honda dealership opened on Hammer Lane in 2000 after a 1999 groundbreaking for a project valued at more than $3 million. The news came by way of a City of Stockton - Government Facebook reel highlighting the expansion as part of a City Manager Report segment. According to that post, Stockton Honda has served Stockton and the greater Central Valley for decades, serving generations of customers while providing local jobs along the way.

Stockton, CA · 1d

The Modesto Bee

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Hundreds of Stanislaus residents losing CalFresh food assistance due to federal rules

About 720 residents in Stanislaus County have lost CalFresh benefits, as of Nov. 1, because of new federal work requirements. It represents a small percentage of the 85,000 county residents receiving CalFresh food assistance , but the number of those affected will grow as their eligibility comes up for renewal in the months ahead. The county’s Community Services Agency said 2,100 people could lose the assistance if they don’t meet the work requirements under H.R. 1, the federal bill that made changes to the nation’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. CalFresh is the name for SNAP in California. A CSA spokesperson said Tuesday the agency has conducted eligibility assessments for CalFresh recipients through October, and more people are expected to lose benefits each month as additional work requirement assessments are done between November and June, 2027. “Stanislaus County remains committed to supporting community members who rely on CalFresh benefits ,” the CSA said. “When residents lose access to food assistance, it is a concern.” The county will continue to monitor the effects of H.R. 1 on residents and work closely with community partners to help connect eligible individuals and families with available food resources and support services, the agency said. New

Stanislaus County, CA · 1d

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PSA: Don’t Go Anywhere Near Those Huge Waves This Weekend

This weekend’s Bay Area forecast is not to be taken lightly. Hazardous winds, coastal flooding, high surf and “dangerously large breaking waves” are all in store for the Northern California coast. And forecasters tracking the weather have one simple message: Don’t go near the water, at all....

San Francisco Bay Area, CA · 5h