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By LINDSEY RODRIAN | profile Photos by Dan Hood San Joaquin Welcomes the American Hockey League’s Stockton Heat   “We have a few surprises to roll out,” Stockton Heat President Dave Piecuch smiles, in regards to the much-anticipated October 10th opening game. Hockey enthusiasts and residents looking […]

By Elizabeth Borsting   California is more than just a golden state; it’s a state of mind that often boggles in terms of its size. From its southern tip brushing against the Mexican border all the way north to Oregon, the coastline alone encompasses more than […]

In January 2013, Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton officially debuted their Pet Visitation Volunteer Program, which now hosts nine volunteers and their canine counterparts; ranging in size and breed, including Labradoodles, Border Collies, an English Bulldog, and a Havanese, to name a […]

By Melissa Hutsell  |  photography dan hood Downtown Lodi’s newest addition, Blend Food and Drink, offers San Joaquin something found nowhere else in the region; all things gourmet in an unbeatable environment that’s entirely exclusive. The centrally located eatery welcomes a big-city vibe, right here […]

By Lindsey Rodrian Revamp your home’s exterior with an array of options that bring your desired style, vibe, and function to life. Update Your Old Front Door There are no rules when it comes to choice of color and style for your front door- just let […]

By Copper Williams Oral health is a crucial part of our daily lives, but wouldn’t it be great to know more about what impacts our chompers and how to best protect them? If you want to know the ins and outs of your pearly whites, […]

By Don and Ann Jackson WHAT TO SEE & DO: Our biggest and most pleasant surprises involved numerous characteristics of the River Walk. First and foremost we were amazed at the length, breadth, ongoing expansion and the extensive upgrading of this famous attraction. No wonder […]

by Don & Ann Jackson For nearly twenty years we’ve talked about doing a fall colors tour to New England, placed it on our bucket list and for a variety of reasons just kept postponing. This past fall season we finally got our act together, […]

Our community is dedicated to the support and success of its future: children. As our community continues to evolve and grow, education in San Joaquin does the same; offering an abundance of diverse education options including accredited charter schools, preparatory, parochial and performing arts academies, […]

  By Melissa Hutsell Take your taste buds on an adventure out of San Joaquin and into the Mediterranean, where passion and heritage is tasted in each bite. At Stockton’s Mezzo Italian Bistro, that’s exactly what you’ll find – a vacation from your average entrees, […]

By Melissa Hutsell | Photos by Dan Hood   Celebrate the season and explore San Joaquin’s chic selection of light plates and delicious drinks. There’s no guilt in healthy alternatives that complement local seasonal produce. The best part? You can stay true to your waistline while […]

By Copper Williams There’s plenty of produce stands, farmer’s markets and countryside stores to go around here in the Central Valley. It’s safe to say that when it comes to getting our food fresh we’re pretty spoiled! But have you ever tried venturing out and […]