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Calaveras Enterprise · Angels, CA
Nearby: Angels, CATori James In a session that took under 40 minutes with two council members absent, the Angels Camp City Council briskly took care of business at its meeting last Tuesday, Nov. 3. With Kara Scott and Alvina Broglio away and a light agenda, the council in its first order of business led off with Mayor Caroline Schirato reading a proclamation recognizing and proclaiming November 2026 as Native American Heritage Month. The council welcomed California Valley Miwok Tribal Council Chairwoman Antoinette Del Rio and members of the tribe who were in attendance for the occasion.
Calaveras Enterprise · Angels, CA
Nearby: Angels, CADr. Shannon Russell of 1st Impressions Dentistry celebrates his practice’s 20th anniversary with his long-time staff members. Courtesy photo/1st Impression Dentistry Located in the Mark Twain Shopping Center next to Angels Market is a state-of-the-state dental practice with technology and services many people believe are only available in the valley. Owned by Dr. Shannon Russell, who resides a handful of minutes from his offices in Angels Camp, 1st Impressions Dentistry, now marking the beginning of its third decade of serving Mother Lode residents of all ages, provides comprehensive and preventative care along with a range of cosmetic dentistry, restorative and specialized services.
Calaveras Enterprise · Murphys, CA
Nearby: Murphys, CACommunity members gathered at Native Sons Hall in Murphys on Friday, Nov. 6, for “A Tribute to Calaveras in the 1920s,” a fundraising dinner benefiting the Calaveras Food Bank. Organized by a committee of 12 volunteers, the event brought together local residents, businesses and sponsors for an evening of food, entertainment and giving back to the community. Jason Currier/ Calaveras Enterprise The Roaring Twenties came roaring back to Murphys on Friday evening, Nov. 6, but this time, the real treasure wasn’t gold, glitz or glamour. It was the generosity of a community coming together to help put food on the tables of Calaveras County families. Native Sons Hall was the setting for “A Tribute to Calaveras in the 1920s,” a fundraising dinner benefiting the Calaveras Food Bank, a program of The Resource Connection. The evening brought together community supporters, sponsors and volunteers for a celebration with a purpose: raising money to help local residents facing food insecurity.
Palo Alto Online · Avery, CA
Nearby: Avery, CALinda Henigin and Avery Wang took the early lead in the Palo Alto Board of Education race, according to Tuesday evening election results. Henigin, Wang and John Craig are running to replace board President Shounak Dharap, who will term out this fall, and board member Shana Segal, who will not be running again. Henigin, a district parent, longtime school employee, volunteer and math teacher, took the lead ahead of her competitors, securing approximately 38.7% of the vote, with 7,678 total votes. She retained her lead over the next two days. With 24,758 votes cast as of Thursday afternoon, Henigin had received 9,390 votes, while Wang had 8,630 votes, which placed him in a commanding position to win the second open seat. Craig trailed with 6,726 votes. Henigin, who gathered alongside supporters at Kirk’s SteakBurgers on Tuesday night, embraced her supporters when the results rolled out at approximately 8:01 p.m.
Oakdale Leader · Oakdale, CA
Nearby: Oakdale, CAThere was a long line of police, fire and other emergency services personnel that served as an escort for Jett Trunnell on his journey from Stanford to the Oakdale Riverbank Memorial Chapel on Nov. 4. Residents lined the streets and several school busses were part of the procession as well. Photo By Marg Jackson It was a solemn procession from Stanford to Oakdale on Nov. 4 as multiple first responders accompanied Jett Trunnell, 15, to Oakdale Riverbank Memorial Chapel on West F Street in Oakdale. The teen passed following a lengthy battle against cancer – Osteosarcoma – and had made many friends among the ranks of firefighters, police, EMTs and more during his illness. Residents lined the streets of Oakdale to welcome him home. Oakdale High School cheerleaders wore special shirts honoring Jett Trunnell as they did their routine Friday night, Nov. 6 at Central Catholic. Many in the OHS student section also wore the shirts, as did several parents of JV football players.
Oakdale Leader · Oakdale, CA
Nearby: Oakdale, CAAn update from the Stanislaus County Registrar of Voters office was released on Monday, Nov. 9 regarding the results from the Tuesday, Nov. 3 General Election.The vote totals are not yet official; the next update from the county is due on Nov. 12.In local races, the six candidates vying for two seats on the Oakdale City Council saw former councilman Fred Smith leading the way with 28 percent of the vote, followed by Christopher Chavez with 23 percent. Incumbent Kayleigh Gilbert was close behind with 21 percent. Challengers Mary Buchanan, 11 percent; Sal Hernandez, 9 percent; and Benjamin Amaral, just over 7 percent, appear to be out of the running.For the Riverbank City Council, the race for a District 1 seat saw incumbent Luis Uribe with a lead, getting 35 percent of the vote, followed by Jeanette Reyes at 25 percent, Sherry Fenn at 23 percent and Nai N.
Oakdale Leader · Escalon, CA
Nearby: Escalon, CAAt its meeting on Thursday, Nov. 12, members and guests of AAUW, ORE (American Association of University Women, Oakdale, Riverbank, Escalon Branch) will hear how several women in Escalon and Oakdale have grown community in their respective towns by cultivating love and fun.
Escalon Times · Escalon, CA
Nearby: Escalon, CAThe results have not yet been finalized and will not be certified until a 1% manual tally is conducted, scheduled to conclude by Wednesday, Nov. 25.
Oakdale Leader · Riverbank, CA
Nearby: Riverbank, CAMany of the movie’s scenes were shot in familiar locations in Riverbank including the Plaza del Rio downtown as well as at some local homes.
Molalla Pioneer / Herald Pioneer · Modesto, CA
Nearby: Modesto, CAJuly 15, 1960 – November 3, 2026 – Richard “Rick” William Coggin, affectionately known to many as “Spunky” or “Odie,” passed away on November 3, 2026, leaving behind a profound legacy of laughter, generosity, and unconditional love. Born on July 15, 1960, in Modesto, California, Rick moved with his family to Molalla, Oregon, at the age of six, where he proudly spent the remainder of his life. On May 14, 1986, Rick married the absolute love of his life and best friend, Brenda Gasser. Together, they shared 41 beautiful years of devotion, adventure, and deep friendship, including 40 years of marriage. Brenda was his partner in every sense of the word, and his passing leaves a void in her heart that words cannot begin to describe. Rick’s family was his entire world. He was a deeply proud father to his two daughters, Danielle Coggin (Mallory Bennett) and Amber Coggin (Dan Sepulveda).
Brainerd Dispatch · Lodi, CA
Nearby: Lodi, CAST. CLOUD — An internet search for “thanatophoric dysplasia” can produce some bleak results. Thanatophoric dysplasia, or TD, is a rare, severe skeletal disorder characterized by extremely short limbs and folds of extra skin on the arms and legs. Approximately one in 20,000 children are born with it. Thanatophoric is Greek for “death bearing,” and doctors commonly advise parents that a TD pregnancy has a high likelihood of stillbirth or death shortly after birth due to respiratory failure. St. Cloud 3-year-old Sarah McNamara and her mother, Amber Traxler, are proving that a TD diagnosis isn’t hopeless. Their “Sarah’s Strength” Facebook page has inspired TD and non-TD families alike. The page, managed by Traxler, shows a child not just surviving, but thriving. Sarah can be seen on trips to the zoo or the aquarium. The joyful tot loves to stick her tongue out for the camera or enjoy a sweet treat.
