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Hello Modesto! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want a say in how Modesto cares for its city trees?
  • What misconduct allegations are roiling the small city just southeast of Modesto?
  • Modesto man accused in Livermore hit-and-run faces felony review.

Also on today's calendar: Summer Ender '26 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Hot; breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 102 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Warm; breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 95, low: 61.
  • Saturday: Not as hot, becoming breezy, with a high of 85 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Praise for, or problems with, Modesto city trees? Here's your chance to share (modbee.com) — Modesto residents can weigh in on city park and street trees at a public meeting tonight at 6 p.m. at the Boy Scout Clubhouse in Enslen Park. Hosted by Urban Forest Modesto and the College Area Neighborhood Alliance, the session will review a year of progress, discuss pruning and removal practices, and highlight how Modesto's 81,000 trees benefit neighborhoods like the college area.
   

• Kissing, touching and lewd joke accusations land Hughson mayor in hot water (turlockjournal.com) — A nearby political controversy is unfolding as Hughson Mayor George Carr faces findings from a second independent investigation that sustained accusations of unwanted kissing, touching, and lewd jokes involving a StanRTA employee. The case follows an earlier probe that led to his censure by the Hughson City Council. With Hughson just 10 miles southeast of Modesto, the situation could affect regional transit leadership and local political dynamics.
   

• Modesto man arrested following hit-and-run of bicyclist in Livermore (modbee.com) — A 44-year-old Modesto man was arrested at his Modesto home on suspicion of a felony hit-and-run that seriously injured a bicyclist in Livermore. Livermore police say their investigation identified Brian Callaway as the driver who allegedly struck the cyclist on Isabel Avenue and left without calling for help. The case is now with Alameda County prosecutors for review.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Chicken Spinach and Mushroom Low Carb Oven Dish
    Ingredients: 6 thin sliced chicken breasts 1 small bag fresh baby spinach 1 large package sliced mushrooms 1 container green onion cream cheese 8… (Nextdoor Dutch Hollow Estates)
  • Hello neighbors.
    I'm new to Modesto and looking for lady friends who would like to go to lunch or coffee or a movie. I am 70 years old but a young 70! I like to go… (Nextdoor McHenry Estates)
  • MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Diet Clerk Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $20-$37/Hr in Modesto. Apply here.
  • Panera Bread posted a job opening for Catering Lead in Modesto. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Modesto here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Riverbank

  • Riverbank could join cities pausing data centers. One already has been proposed (modbee.com)
  • Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office arrests suspect following stabbing in Riverbank (modbee.com)

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: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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