Nestled in the heart of Stockton, California, Plaza Perks stands out as a beloved coffee haven for both locals and visitors. Known for its cozy ambiance and exceptional brews, this charming coffee shop offers a welcoming retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Plaza Perks boasts an impressive menu that caters to all taste preferences. From rich espressos and creamy lattes to refreshing iced coffees and flavorful teas, there's something for everyone. The shop also prides itself on using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every cup is fresh and delicious.

Big news for park enthusiasts! Starting next month, the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors is implementing a new fee schedule for our beloved county parks. This update, part of the fiscal 2024-2025 budget, ensures that our parks continue to thrive and offer top-notch facilities.

San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) is pleased to announce a renewed partnership with Stockton Unified School District (SUSD) aimed at providing free local bus rides for high school students across Stockton.  Effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, this initiative underscores our ongoing commitment to fostering student accessibility and supporting the educational environment.

San Joaquin County Mosquito and Vector Control District’s (District) mosquito-borne disease surveillance program collected the first West Nile virus (WNV) infected mosquitoes in San Joaquin County. The mosquitoes were both located in Stockton, zip codes 95207 and 95219.

Leadership Stockton, a program of the Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce the graduation of the class of 2024 and the completion of their yearlong Aspen Cottage Project at the Children’s Home of Stockton.

The pressing issue of rising inflation is affecting the Emergency Food Bank and the nonprofit sector as a whole. As inflation rates reach unprecedented levels, many charitable organizations
including the Food Bank are experiencing a significant decrease in monetary donations, jeopardizing our ability to provide essential services to those in need.

San Joaquin Delta College trustees have chosen Dr. Armando Valerio, a physical therapist who is active in many community organizations and causes, to serve on Delta’s governing board.

Visionary Home Builders of California, Inc. (VHB), Stockton’s leading non-profit affordable housing developer, received the Residential Development Blueprint Award from the San Joaquin Valley Regional Planning Agencies and the Central California Chapter of the American Planning Association for their newest affordable housing community - Grand View Village– located at Miner and San Joaquin Streets in downtown Stockton, California.

The City of Stockton is addressing the accumulation of trash in our local waterways with a new workboat specifically designed to remove debris and certain invasive vegetation from the water. To tackle the problem, the City is launching the McLeod Lake Cleanup Program with the dedication of a new workboat to assist with cleanup in McLeod Lake and the downtown channels.

California Association Directors of Activities (CADA) presented Patty Judge, Executive Director and President of the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation, with the 2024 Harry Bettencourt Award. The award was presented on March 8, 2024, at the Annual CADA State Convention held in Reno, Nevada.