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Victory Elementary School, oldest in Stockton, turns 100
STOCKTON - The oldest active elementary school in Stockton turns the big 100!Tens of thousands of students have passed through its classrooms since the school opened back in 1923.Students are now teachers themselves, and one former student, the oldest living victory Viking still remembers this place like it was yesterday."This is home," Bill Simoni said. "I was born about six blocks from here."Simoni doesn't act 96, and his memory sure doesn't either."It was 89 and a half years ago, I enrolled in the first grade, at this school here," he said.He still remembers his time as a student Viking in...
One year later, no answers on inquiry into alleged fraud at Stockton Unified
One year ago, San Joaquin County District Attorney Ron Freitas announced his office was working with the FBI and U.S. Department of Justice to hold accountable “any and all wrongdoing” at Stockton Unified after state auditors found evidence pointing to widespread financial crimes at the district. Now, the arrest and charging of school board...
Stockton Unified teachers hit the picket line after 22 months without a contract
As contract negotiations drag on, Stockton Teachers Association members led a two-hour protest outside of Stockton Unified School District's headquarters ahead of Tuesday's board of trustees meeting. Lined up on South Lincoln Street, dozens of teachers donned blue shirts and waved signs that read: "Invest in our teachers and our children succeed," "Our...
Stockton-based Bumpboxx's founder went from selling speakers at flea markets to becoming an empire
STOCKTON, Calif. — You may have seen the old-school flare of a certain Bluetooth speaker popping up at major sporting events. Bumpboxx collaborations stretch from the MLB, NFL, UFC, and UFL, to artists and influential figures. Behind the nostalgia and the powerful sound of Bumpboxx is a Stockton native...
Paddlefest and Lodi Lake: A natural melding
Current construction at Lodi Lake has not put a damper on Headwaters Kayak’s annual summer kick-off event next month. The 8th Annual Paddlefest will take place May 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Headwaters co-owner Abigail Christensen said as many as 200 people are expected to attend. Admission will be $30 for adults and $15 for children, and there will be a $1 admission for those who will not enter the water.
New VA clinic, named for Stockton native Richard Pittman, opens in French Camp
A long-awaited U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs outpatient medical center has opened in the Central Valley to provide services for veterans living in San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Calaveras, and Tuolumne counties. The Richard A. Pittman VA Clinic is located at 6505 S. Manthey Rd. in French Camp, off Interstate 5 near...
Teenager detained after alleged pursuit, ‘intentionally crashes’ in Stockton
(FOX40.COM) — A 16-year-old boy was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly led deputies on a pursuit in a suspected stolen vehicle. The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office said that around 12:30 p.m. deputies attempted to make a traffic stop on a white Kia sedan, but the vehicle failed to yield. Officials said the vehicle was […]
Possible agreement termination could disrupt San Joaquin Regional Transit District services
San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) officials warn that the proposed termination of an existing memorandum of understanding (MOU) could disrupt public transportation services in the city of Stockton. On Thursday, the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) will consider terminating the MOU with RTD, which has been in place since July 2017. The action would divert up to $7 million in federal funding away from bus transit services in Stockton, according to RTD CEO Alex Clifford. ...
Veteran Affairs holds ribbon cutting for new clinic near Stockton
(FOX40.COM) — On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their brand new community-based outpatient clinic just outside of Stockton. The officially named Richard A. Pittman VA Clinic spans 150,000 square feet and will offer a number of services including: • Addiction and substance use care• Advice nurse• Audiology and […]
Man shot to death in car in Stockton, police say
STOCKTON, Calif. — The Stockton Police Department is investigating after a man was found shot to death in a car Wednesday morning. According to a news release, officers responded to a shooting on the 1600 block of Torino Drive around 4:15 a.m. Upon arrival they found a 35-year-old man...
Here are the Top 10 SJ County prep softball teams at Week 9
Only a few more games of the regular season remain for San Joaquin County high school softball teams putting the postseason pressure on. With the playoffs set to begin on May 14 teams across the county are battling it out for a qualifying spot in their respective leagues. Sitting atop their leagues currently are Tracy, Ripon, Manteca and Linden. Their dominance in league play has landed them a spot in the final Record’s Top 10 SJ County...
Luxury Brentwood home for sale
This large, beautiful home has 6 bedrooms, 2 bonus rooms, and 4.5 bathrooms. One highly sought-after feature here is an en-suite (in-law) bedroom on the first floor. The kids can grab some blankets, popcorn, and get nice and cozy in the darkly painted theater room to immerse themselves into an amazing and safe movie experience! While, at the same time, you can escape to your primary suite for a relaxing experience as you soak in the large, jetted tub followed by a movie of your choice in your bedroom-sized retreat.
Athlete of the Week: Lodi’s Welch, fresh off taking the TCAL breaststroke record, has club swimming records in her sights
Rebecca Welch didn’t want to celebrate too quickly. After touching the wall to finish the 100-yard breaststroke, the Lodi High freshman knew she was in the neighborhood of the high 1 minute, 3 seconds, but it would come down to the hundredths of a second to see if she accomplished her goal.
Meet the man behind the name of the new Stockton VA Clinic
STOCKTON, Calif. — A new Veterans Affairs clinic is set to open in Stockton next Tuesday, catering to 25,000 veterans. It’s a huge moment for veterans needing care because they often have to make the drive to Livermore or Palo Alto. The new facility is named after Richard...
KB Home Announces the Grand Opening of Its Newest Community Within the Highly Desirable Stanford Crossing Master Plan in Lathrop, California
LATHROP, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 25, 2024-- KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of its newest community, Arcadia, within the highly desirable Stanford Crossing master plan in Lathrop, California. The new homes at Arcadia at Stanford Crossing are designed for the way people live today, with popular interior features like modern kitchens overlooking large great rooms, bedroom suites with walk-in closets, and ample storage space. The one- and two-story floor plans offer up to five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths. Nestled on the banks of the San Joaquin River, the new community provides access to water recreation and features numerous on-site amenities, including a community center, parks, open space and walking and biking trails. Homeowners will also appreciate being walking distance to schools, including the on-site high school. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240425363677/en/ KB Home announces the grand opening of its newest community, Arcadia, within the highly desirable Stanford Crossing master plan in Lathrop, California. (Photo: Business Wire)
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