Persistent Tule fog blankets California’s Central Valley
Residents in Stockton have woken up most mornings since before Thanksgiving under a stubborn blanket of mist and fog. The murky weather has floated over orchards, highways and entire cities, reducing visibility for millions of Californians and challenging drivers on Interstates 5 and 80 and dozens of connecting state...
Manteca Police Minor Decoy Operation Reveals Underage Alcohol Sales, Local Outlets Cited
In an effort to combat underage drinking, the Manteca Police Department, with assistance from Manteca Cadets, police officers, and an ABC Agent, carried out a Minor Decoy Operation on January 27th of this year. The sting operation involved a series of checks at local alcohol-selling venues, spanning both on-sale and...
Soccer Recap: Modesto Plays to a Tie
Modesto came into Thursday's contest having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They and the Enochs Eagles finished up on equal footing with a 1-1 draw on Thursday. The result was nothing new for Modesto as the team haven't won a game since January 13th.
University of the Pacific Men’s Volleyball program to make comeback, hires coach after 13-year...
The Pacific Tigers men's volleyball program was discontinued after 2014. Now, more than a decade later, it's making a comeback.
Sacramento, CA – Dense Fog Advisory: Dangerous Commute Conditions as Visibility Drops Today
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Sacramento, CA – Drivers across parts of Northern California are facing hazardous travel conditions this morning as dense fog redevelops across the region, impacting visibility during the busy AM commute....
Golden Mussel Spreads, Threat Grows
Since its discovery in October 2024 in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, the non-native golden mussel has spread as far south as Riverside County, raising concerns for California water infrastructure and agriculture, according to a California Farm Bureau Ag Alert. Experts acknowledge eradication is unlikely and say...
Thick-crust pizza that doesn’t flop? New east Modesto shop does dough right
I don’t know about you, readers, but I don’t get tired of eating pizza. So I think the more options we have in Stanislaus County, the better. That said, it’s hard for me to name a favorite since the region has a number of good options that vary in style. That’s why I let you all decide in our best-in-the county poll...
FORMER RACER, ENDURANCE CYCLIST KILLED IN TRAGIC CALIFORNIA CAR CRASH
California’s Stockton Bike Club announced the death of Bennie Weber, a former amateur racer and endurance cyclist killed on 19 January in a crash with an automobile while on a training ride. According to a California Highway Patrol report, Weber, 79, was traveling on Buena Vista Road in Stockton...
15 Famous People Born in Modesto, California
Modesto is more than just orchards and classic car culture. The Central Valley city has produced athletes, actors, musicians, and even Hollywood legends who’ve left a mark far beyond Stanislaus County. Here’s a countdown of 15 famous names who all started out in Modesto. 15. Jason Lytle (1969–...
Patterson linen company closure leaves dozens of workers without jobs in Stanislaus County
A Patterson-based linen company is shutting down after being sold to a larger competitor, leaving nearly 90 workers in Stanislaus County without jobs.
