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Why is Keyes Fire seeking a new firehouse? For one, their trucks don't fit anymore
KEYES, Calif. — The Keyes Fire Fire Protection District is considering a bond on the November ballot that, if passed, would build them a brand new fire station. From the outside, the Keyes fire station looks like any other, but on the inside of it's makeshift walls, there are bedrooms made out of multipurpose rooms and other efforts to maximize space and storage.
Businesses on Stockton's Miracle Mile hopeful over $20 million revitalization plan
STOCKTON – City of Stockton leaders will get a first look at a development plan for the historic Miracle Mile on Wednesday.Bringing in business is what Stockton leaders are selling. "Go to Italy and this is what you'll find," said Dave Royce, owner of House of Shaw Café and Bakery. "This coffee shop is one of the oldest in Stockton."The shop is located on the Miracle Mile, a stretch of Stockton between the University of the Pacific and Hardin Way. It's modeled after a strip on Los Angeles' Wilshire Boulevard known for shopping, dining, entertainment, and the arts. "It's been...
Too $hort headlining 2024 San Joaquin County Fair
STOCKTON, Calif. — Stockton is hosting the 2024 San Joaquin County Fair the last weekend of the month from May 31 to June 2, with California rap legend Too $hort headlining. Joining Too $hort will be the 1980s R&B group Mary Jane Girls and among the featured artists are Sizzle, Robyn Jackson, My Soul to Keep and more.
San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors approve $22K pay raise for themselves
The San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday voted to give its five-member board a significant pay raise. The 3-2 vote raises the supervisors' salaries to $166,935 a year from $144,732 — a $22,203, or 15%, increase. District 3 Supervisor Tom Patti and District 5 Supervisor Robert Rickman...
Stockton City Council appoints Assistant City Clerk Katherine Roland to interim role
Katherine Roland was named interim city clerk at a regular meeting of the Stockton City Council. The agreement between Roland and the city — which became effective Tuesday — was announced on May 14. Roland will serve in the role until a permanent, full-time replacement for the city clerk is selected.
Pride flag in Stockton to fly again, despite Mayor Kevin Lincoln voting against it
From June 25 to July 1, Stockton will display a commemorative Pride flag in front of city hall. Following a 6-to-1 vote at the May 14 Stockton City Council meeting, the flag will be raised for the sixth consecutive year in honor of Pride Month, which is celebrated each June. The multicolored flag is...
Sacramento area hosts Memorial Day events honoring fallen troops
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Memorial Day is Monday, honoring U.S. armed forces who lost their lives defending their country. People can attend their choice of events in and around the Greater Sacramento area to help celebrate those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Monday. Lodi Funeral Home Inc.:. Where: 5750 East...
San Joaquin County supervisors to vote on bumping their salaries by $22K
San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors are set to vote Tuesday on whether to raise their salaries by roughly $22,000 — and on changes to the salary-setting process that could lessen supervisors’ influence over it in the future, board documents show. The scheduled May 21 vote comes six...
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