Archive By Author - Vince Rembulat
Ripon getting ready for big clean-up effort
A city-wide cleanup is scheduled for next month. At last week's Ripon City Council meeting, Ted Johnston, director of public works, announced the two pick-up dates in town. He noted that residents on the southwest side of Highway 99 may place their items outside from May 2 through 5. Those living northeast of Highway 99 can put their items out from May 9 through 12. The cleanup collection is offered to residents within city limits. ...
Crossover is almost a convertible
Folks are Kia Country are excited about the newly redesigned Kia Sorrento. The 2014 models just arrived at the Manteca dealership located at 1515 N. Main St., boasting state-of-the-art technology and comfort. Take the SX Limited model consisting of the optional panoramic sunroof that almost makes for a convertible, for starters. This five-seat crossover has Nappa leather upholstery, heated rear seats, and wood-trimmed heated steering wheel. Technology bursts from the inside where this Sorrento ...
DUELING ACES
The East Union Lancers won't have too much time to savor their 3-1 Valley Oak League win over visiting Sierra High on Tuesday.
Manteca High: ‘Go green’ latest in repertoire of 200 campus murals
Manteca High is the green school. Beyond the school colors – green and white – MHS stepped up its recycling efforts this year while utilizing some of the earth resources. One example of that was the Junior Reserve Officers Training Corp along with the wood shop class working collaboratively on constructing a green house earlier this year using plastic water and soda bottles. In keeping with "go green" theme, students of the Advanced Art classes ...
EDUCATING PARENTS
Lathrop High Principal Mike Horwood was raised in a non-English speaking, single-parent household.
City of Ripon community yard sale set for May 4
Looking to make a pretty penny on some unwanted items? The City of Ripon's Community Yard Sale is right around the corner. At last week's Ripon City Council, Ted Johnston, director of public works, provided a reminder of the annual event scheduled Saturday, May 4, at the Mistlin Sports Complex. The Community Yard Sale will be held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. For those interested, spaces at Mistlin are 10- by 19- feet and ...
Diamond Pet Food works on odor
In hopes of eliminating any foul odor, officials at the Diamond Pet Food plant have looked to remedy the problem. Since receiving numerous complaints about the smell, they've continued to search out the source of the odor contamination. At a recent Ripon City Council meeting, Ken Zuidervaart, who is the director of planning, provided the latest update. "They've extended the roof-top stacks by 10 feet to get the exhaust higher into the atmosphere to ...
Boosters raising funds for growing MHS band
The Manteca High Band Boosters are hoping to raise enough money to take care of some needs for next year.
New rules for Ripon pot growers
Ripon Police Detective Sergeant Terri Jensen believes that updating an ordinance relating to the cultivation and possession of medical marijuana has good intentions.
Volunteers sought to help show Ripon a little love
Chuck Winn is encouraging young people to become part of 'Love Ripon' on April 27.
Charger weds muscle with technology
Challenger is still a classic. Born of muscle and raised on technology – so says Dodge of the 2013 model – this is the stuff of legends. The latest incarnation of the Challenger maintains the retro look of 40 years ago but does so with 21st century technology. "The Challenger is the most economical and roomy car in its class," according to Marty Steves, a certified salesman at Cabral Chrysler Jeep Dodge, 1145 W. Yosemite ...
First pitch at Mistlin fields on March 2014
The Mistlin Sports Complex could be ready for use by March 2014. That's the best guess provided Kevin Werner at the Ripon City Council meeting on Tuesday. "Based on the contract, construction completion is mid-August," said the interim city administrator / city engineer. "The grass would then need time to get established." Werner was asked about the timelines for the Mistlin Sports Complex by Councilman Leo Zuber. Construction continues on the four new softball fields ...
Ripon ready for some more ‘Love’ April 27
"Love Ripon" is back. On Saturday, April 27, the community is encouraged to spend this day giving, caring or doing cleanup projects around town. Vice Mayor Chuck Winn is scheduled to lead the discussion on "Love Ripon" at tonight's Ripon City Council meeting. He along with coordinators Dan Rowe and Matt Householder were involved in the previous "Love Ripon" held last September. It was about a year ago that Ripon first took part in the ...
Wine social Saturday benefits SHS Boosters
Each year, the Sierra High Athletic Boosters conduct two major fundraisers. The second of the two is the Wine Social planned for Saturday at Delicato Winery, 12001 S. Highway 99, from 6 to 8 p.m. A dinner dance was held in the fall. The Delicato Wine Social is open to those 21 and older. Cost is $15 per person and includes finger foods, drinks, silent auction, drawing of prizes, and, of course, wine tasting. "Every ...
MORE THAN BOOKS
Jacquelyn Matthews drew inspiration from her family for her self-portrait piece made up of off-balanced books.
Articles By Author - Vince Rembulat
Manteca project concerns Ripon
Manteca's Austin Road Business Park that includes housing for 10,200 people has both the City of Ripon and the Ripon Unified School District concerned.
Ripon’s Wiebe wins women’s half-marathon
George Cross was the first to cross the finish line in the inaugural running of the half-marathon event at Rina's Run on May 10.
Donoho earns RC salutatorian honors
Not too long ago, Katie Donoho ran her first-ever half marathon.
Ripon getting update on major Manteca project
The Austin Road Business Park is a planned 1,049-acre development located just outside of Ripon along Highway 99.
Gold Country wineries: Ironstone is just part of offerings
MURPHYS - Part of the history of wine country in the Sierra Foothills can be traced back to 1948.
Vos nets RC valedictorian honors
The past few weeks of school have been a whirlwind for Taylor Vos.
Ripon Unified honors bilingual students
Being fluent in two languages has its advantages.
Brothers part of Steves traditition
OAKDALE – Nick and Alan Berg are part of the dedicated staff at Steves Chevrolet Buick. Their connections go beyond the job. Nick and Alan are also closed-knit brothers. "We get along so well that if we didn't work together we probably would see each other," Nick Berg said Wednesday at the Oakdale dealership located at 1285 East F St. Alan Berg is the fleet manager there. He has 23 years experience on that very ...
Honoring Ripon essay winners
What if you could create your own holiday? What would it be?
REDEEM TEAM
LODI – Jake Corn had confidence in his fastball.
Trustees say no to drug tests
Don't look for Ripon High to have mandatory drug testing just yet.
Young Knights roll past Forest Lake
LODI – The Ripon Christian Knights used their 12-day layoff to get back to the fundamentals.
Alvarez is new Ripona principal
Dante Alvarez is anxious to start his new job.
Ripon Unified board honoring essay winners
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