Nearly two weeks after law enforcement busted thousands of marijuana plants and guns in several Stanislaus County homes, another illegal grow operation was discovered. On Wednesday, Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department said it acted on a search warrant at a residence on the 1100 block of North Carpenter Road in Modesto. During the search, “a large illegal marijuana… Keep Reading
Who doesn’t love a good tamale, or making money? Stanislaus County residents can get their fair share of the Mesoamerican treat at the inaugural California Tamale Festival in the fall — and maybe even get a job in the process. Riverbank resident Armando Duldulao is putting on the event, which will take place Oct. 15 between noon… Keep Reading
Save the date – the grand opening celebration for Aurora Town Square will take place September 20. The long-anticipated opening of the downtown redevelopment, which includes a significant expansion of the Church Street School building, an expansive outdoor gathering space, wide-ranging renovations at the Aurora Public Library, and an eye-catching bridge to connect the Library… Keep Reading
A waste-management group based in Massachusetts with a focus of turning food into an energy resource has purchased 28.1 acres of land in Lexington, according to a recent Davidson County Register of Deeds filing. Divert Real Estate Holdings of Concord, Mass., paid $1.3 million for an undeveloped tract at 304 U.S. Highway 64. The seller is Davidson… Keep Reading
In the face of strong opposition from neighbors, the Modesto Church of the Brethren has suspended its offer to the city to be considered as a site for tiny homes as temporary housing for homeless families. A city official said as of last week the church was one of just three organizations that had submitted… Keep Reading
Two people were arrested on multiple charges Monday following a search of a residence in Turlock, the Turlock Police Department said. According to police, the Turlock Police Special Investigations Unit assisted in a search of a home on Davis Street. Continue reading on Fox40 Keep Reading
Four people, including a 1-year-old girl, died in a collision involving four vehicles north of Modesto, authorities said Tuesday evening. The crash happened just after 4 p.m. on McHenry Avenue at Hogue Road in the small community of Del Rio, the California Highway Patrol's Modesto division said. Continue reading on CBS News Keep Reading
An investigation is underway in Turlock after an officer-involved shooting Wednesday morning. The Turlock Police Department confirmed they were investigating the incident along the 900 block of Vermont Avenue. Continue reading on CBS News Keep Reading
Two years ago, Pitman boys basketball coach Harvey Marable got exactly what he felt the team needed when a 14-year-old, barely 6-foot freshman stepped into the gym. He was tasked with replacing a senior-heavy class that was led by a four-year varsity player who left Pitman as one of the best players in school history.… Keep Reading
Panda Express may not be new to Turlock, but the fast-food chain’s updated store design is. Called “Panda Home,” the new model incorporates design elements inspired by traditional Chinese architecture and traditions with modern motifs that tell the unique story of Panda Express, according to a news release from the company. Continue reading on NewsBreak Keep Reading
