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🌱 Sylvan school bond hangs on a narrow lead

Modesto, California Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good day Modesto! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Sylvan school bond hangs on a narrow lead
  • KC & The Sunshine Band brings disco night to Modesto
  • More Modesto homes are listed, but fresh choices are shrinking

Also on today's calendar: Fall Curriculum Regional Meetings - Central and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 77 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and nice, temps: high: 76, low: 52.
  • Friday: Showers around; not as warm, with a high of 70 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. School bond could eke out majority in Stanislaus vote tally. How many ballots remain? (modbee.com) — Modesto’s Sylvan Union School District bond measure is barely above the threshold needed to pass, with Measure N receiving 55.4% support in Monday’s unofficial tally. It needs 55%, and the outcome remains unsettled as Stanislaus County reports roughly 35,800 ballots still uncounted countywide.
   

2. Classic rock group set bring its mega-hits to Modesto's Gallo Center. Who, when (modbee.com) — KC & The Sunshine Band brings its disco hits to Modesto's Gallo Center at 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, with limited tickets remaining. Seats cost $78 to $118 for the show at 1000 I St., featuring the band behind “Get Down Tonight” and “That's the Way (I Like It).”
   

3. Modesto Buyers Face a Tighter Pipeline Even as More Homes Are Available (newsbreak.com) — Modesto-area homebuyers had more listings to browse in October, but fewer fresh options arrived on the market. Active listings rose about 5% from a year earlier to 875, while new listings fell about 10%. The median asking price held near $500,000, and roughly one in five listings had a price cut.
   

4. Senator Anna Caballero Awarded Almond Champion of the Year (morningagclips.com) — Sen. Anna Caballero will receive the Almond Alliance’s Champion of the Year award at a November 12 fundraiser at Modesto’s Del Rio Country Club. The agricultural trade group credits her work on water reliability and other farming issues as she prepares to leave the Legislature at year’s end.
   

5. How Much Does It Cost to See a Neurologist in Modesto, CA? (icgi.org) — A guide to neurological care in Modesto estimates an initial consultation at $150 to $500 before insurance, though it provides no prices from specific local clinics. Tests can add separate charges, so checking network coverage and requesting an estimate are key steps before an appointment.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi I found this sweet boy last night.
    We will foster him until we find his owner. If you recognize him please contact me (Nextdoor Woodworth)
  • I was able to capture the kittens.
    Still trying to find a home for them or a rescue to help. I am able to keep them in the cage for a couple days in our roommates room but can’t keep… (Nextdoor Johnson)
  • Dollar General posted a job opening for STORE NON FOOD MGR - DG MKT in MODESTO CA S13479 in Modesto. Apply here.
  • Alcal Specialty Contracting, Inc posted a job opening for Branch Manager in Modesto. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Modesto here.

Ok Modesto! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" — The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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