Oakdale police warned residents on Monday after a mountain lion was spotted near Maag Avenue and East D Street and advised pet owners to keep animals indoors — state wildlife officials were notified.
A Stanislaus County resident died from neuroinvasive West Nile virus on Sept.
24, marking the first death this season amid 11 reported cases locally; health officials noted the virus is widespread in mosquitoes & birds statewide.
California health officials have warned passengers who rode trains and buses in six counties, including San Joaquin, that they may have been exposed to measles after an unvaccinated traveler passed through earlier this month.
Officials urge those not fully immunized to check their vaccination status and watch for symptoms for 7 to 21 days (fever, cough, rash).
On Tuesday, Sept. 15, members of the Chicanas Car Club showcased classic lowriders at Brenden Theatres (founded in 2021) in Modesto, sharing stories of empowerment and family.
The event celebrated Chicana culture and sisterhood.
A nonprofit mobile clinic from *SNIP* will offer $20 spay and neuter surgeries on Oct.
5 and 6 in five low-income areas around Modesto amid high demand; 120 appointments filled in 90 minutes and over 200 owners are waiting. Another round is planned next month.
Captain E has been offering daily river cruises along Clarksburg's scenic stretch of the Sacramento River in his refitted lobster boat to boost local appreciation for the waterway.
The state water board accepts public comments until Sept. 18 on a proposal that may change how river water is used.
Modesto's Gregori High School confirmed its water is safe to drink after repairs and tests met quality standards on Jul.
29 following reports of elevated lead levels in early summer. The school anticipates resuming classes safely Aug. 11 — officials said they will continue monitoring water quality.
Smoke from wildfires in Washington, Oregon & the local Gann Fire is drifting into Modesto this afternoon, lowering air quality under triple-digit heat.
Winds may shift later today to clear the haze, but hotter temperatures are forecast Friday.
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