San Joaquin County Bulletin Board

Lodi Offers Wine Tasting Like it Used to Be

Have you ever wondered what happened to all of the grapes during Prohibition? Did their removal by government agents lead to the end of Old World varietals? Not inLodi, California. Farmers here ma...

Anniversary

Mountain House High School faculty, staff and students celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the school opening on Sept. 8.

Calivirgin Named Olive Oil Producer of the Year

PASO ROBLES — The California Mid-State Fair announced that Calivirgin was named the 2023 Olive Oil Producer of the Year. The Lodi, California, family-owned business had nine total entries entered,...

Old Vines In Lodi Area Still Producing

Oh, Lord, stuck in Lodi again. It was 1969 when John Fogerty of Credence Clearwater Revival put those words to music. Today, when California wine lovers hear those lyrics, they say, “Thank you,” b...

Congratulations

Gerald Latasa, Tracy High Class of 2006, was among 41 attorneys from around the country to join the U.S. Supreme Court Bar during a swearing-in ceremony on June 8 in Washington, D.C. The ceremony was attended by all nine justices of the U.S. Supreme Court.

​City Council Selects Access Center Operator

City Council Chooses Salvation Army to Operate Permanent Access Center

Birth

Taylor Farms presented the Boys & Girls Club of Tracy with a $50,000 check to support programs for club members across Tracy. Robin Lopez, a community relations representative at Taylor Farms, said this was the ninth year the company has made the donation to the club.

New Job

Laurie Ellis recently joined Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties as the manager for its Tracy and Ripon offices. “Laurie Ellis brings an impressive skill set with an amazing track record and long established history in the real estate industry. She puts a heavy emphasis on client service and satisfaction, and is aligned with all of our core values and goals,” said Gretchen Pearson, President and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Drysdale Properties Pearson.

Congratulations

Dr. Stephanie Bolton was recently recognized as one of Wine Enthusiast magazine’s “Future 40” for her achievements in sustainable wine growing and viticulture science.

Fighting to Keep Power in Voters' Hands

Take Action with the Lodi Chamber of Commerce Against ACA-13 HERE

Deliciously Fresh: August’s Bounty in San Joaquin County

Welcome to the heart of summer! August brings abundant sunshine and a delightful variety of produce in season here in San Joaquin County. As the warm days continue, farmers' markets and local groc...

Lodi Chamber Fighting to Save CA Jobs

The Lodi District Chamber of Commerce Joins CA Taxpayers Association to Oppose SB 220

Voter Voice Best Practices

Dear Valued Members of the Lodi District Chamber of Commerce,

Back to School

Heading back to school can be an exciting but sometimes challenging time for students and parents alike. Here are some back-to-school ideas and tips to make the transition smoother, from shopping ...

Cruisin’ the Mile is Back!

Stockton residents over 40 probably remember laid-back summer evenings spent cruising the Miracle Mile, and well, cruising is back! Through October, Miracle Mile Cruise Nights invite car enthusias...

Gratitude

The Rotary Club of Tracy Sunrise filled 125 backpacks with school supplies at the club’s July 19 meeting at the home of club Co-President Al Ruiz. The club delivered the packs to the Tracy Boys & Girls Club.

2nd Annual California Garlic Festival

Vampires, Beware! Get ready for the 2nd Annual California Garlic Festival at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds on August 5th and 6th. The family-friendly event celebrates local entertainment, com...

Lodi Thursday Night Farmers Market

Lodi Thursday Night Farmers Market is a beloved weekly event that takes place in the heart of Lodi Every Thursday evening, from May 18th - August 31st, the streets come alive with local farmers, a...

Spend a Day at the Haggin

Looking for a cool and captivating escape from the summer heat? Look no further than the Haggin Museum in Central Stockton. Most native Stocktonians were introduced to the Haggin (rhymes with ‘wag...

Lodi City Council Budgetary Surplus Allocation

Lodi City Council Budgetary Surplus Allocation

Best of the Best 2023

We salute the winners and runner-up of our annual readers poll — businesses that have earned the respect and support of their customers. We’re celebrating the businesses driving our county forward...

Concerts in the Park

Are you ready to experience the magic of music on a perfect summer evening? Look no further than the free concerts in the park in San Joaquin County, the perfect activity for all ages! Whether you...

Happy Campers

Take full advantage of summer break and get into nature by planning a camping trip. Engaging in outdoor activities like camping promotes physical fitness, reducing stress and improving overall wel...

Off to The Races!

Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity in SJ County? Head on out to Delta Speedway Saturdays April-October for a night of fast fun. Delta Speedway is a 1/7 mile dirt oval race track at the Sa...

Forbes: For Wine, Adventure, And Natural Beauty, Lodi Is California’s Best Kept Secret

by Rebecca Deurlein -Forbes True wine lovers know that Lodi, California is a leading producer of some of America’s favorite grapes. But did you know that it’s also a prime destination for outdoor ...

Cal Chamber Capitol Summit

Representing Lodi at the Cal Chamber Capitol Summit

Spring into Gardening

It’s time to get your garden growing in San Joaquin County! The weather is warming up, and the soil is ready for planting. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, here are some...

Mural Artist Jeremy “Kolourlab” Johnson paints the town

A groundskeeper by day and an artist by night. Jeremy “Kolourlab” Johnson has been creating art for as long as he can remember, perhaps most notably to locals in the form of vibrant murals sketche...

The Well serves more than meets the eye

Coffee and a cookie? Yes. A latte and a muffin? Of course. Tea with a scone? Please! But how about coffee and a burger, or a latte and a salad, or a tea paired with a house-fired pizza? The Well i...

Lovotti’s Pizza Pub serves New York- and Italian-style pies

Cousins Scott and Jeff Lovotti took a risk. Lovotti Pizza Pub is a family-owned and operated restaurant located in charming Yosemite Street Village offering not just good food, but a great atmosph...

A chic, new restaurant serving traditional, authentic Lao dishes

Restaurant owners and husband and wife Ae and Carlos Garcia know a thing or two about creating a special place for locals to enjoy really delicious food. Having made Stockton their home for the la...

Wonder Women

“The world needs strong women. Women who lift up and build others, who will love and be loved, women who live bravely, both tender and fierce, women of indomitable will.”— Amy Tenney Each year in ...

What to do before choosing a boarding facility

Gearing up for summer vacation but don’t know what to do with your pet? When it comes to leaving your beloved family member with someone else, everyone wants to know they are making the right choi...

Chris Johnson fulfills desire to help others with food-centric nonprofit

Food is one of the necessities for life, yet so many people are food insecure or even go hungry when faced with the difficult decision to pay bills or put food on the table. To combat this problem...

Lodi Chamber Of Commerce Celebrates A Century Of Service

Wes Bowers / News-Sentinel Staff Writer. Jan 27, 2023

How to Spend 36 Food and Wine-Filled Hours in Lodi

Just 85 miles from the city by the bay, Lodi offers an under-the-radar wine country experience byLaura Smith Borrman Eater San Francisco Just85 miles from the city by the bay, Lodi offers an unde...

Starting and Stocking a Wine Cellar at Home: How to Do It Right

By Cassandra Rosas Wine is a millenary drink. The earliest records of winemaking in the world go back to 7000 B.C. Wine culture is widely spread throughout different cultures around the world. Bes...

Why Lodi Is California’s Hidden Wine Gem

THE REGION HISTORICALLY SERVICED THE CORPORATE WINE WORLD. BUT A LOCAL SUSTAINABLE WINEMAKING COMMUNITY HAS CHANGED PERCEPTIONS. BYALISSA FITZGERALD Think “California wine regions” and Napa or Son...

These are the 6 best — and affordable — wine regions in the Sacramento area

BY BENJY EGEL California is still America’s wine capital, but day trips to Napa and Sonoma counties aren’t what they once were. Tastings, once free or comped with the purchase of a bottle, have sk...

The 5 Best Wineries to Visit in Lodi, California

By Lexis WineWhen most of us think of California wine country, the first places that come to mind are most likely Napa and Sonoma. Some might not even realize that California is actually home to 1...