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Dumping on farmers with full stomach & money to burn
Farmers get a bad rap.
The assault on low-skill jobs via higher minimum wages, automation
The problem isn't the minimum wage.
The assault on low-skill jobs via higher minimum wages, automation
The problem isn't the minimum wage.
‘CRAPPIE’ SITUATION
The running joke among John Geurin's buddies is that the retired 60-year-old could catch a fish anywhere.
The dangers of getting rid of tenure
I had several great teachers, a few mediocre teachers, one real bad teacher, and mostly good teachers during 13 years in public schools.
Not intimidated by free thinkers
The Bible tells Christians to, "Always be prepared to give an answer (defense) to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have." I Peter 3:15
Visit the river . . . while it’s still there
"Get a running start and leap," shouted the bobbing head in the water below, "but make sure you clear the pump or we're all in trouble."
Our biggest water hog is Delta Smelt
Delta Smelt, the 5- to 7-centimeter fish that tends to hang around the Tracy pumps, is California's biggest consumer of water.
Professor offers to speak at any church
I'd like to thank the Stanislaus Humanists for inviting me to speak on Jan. 15 at the Manteca Library. And I'd like to thank all of the people from Manteca who came out either to hear me speak, or to participate in the events outside the building that night.
More oil trains fuel debate on railroad safety
Moving oil and its byproducts such as gasoline is inherently dangerous.
Obama versus the Constitution
President Barack Obama has now revealed that he unilaterally plans to use executive orders to "bypass" Congress. His shocking words were: "We are not just going to be waiting for legislation ... I've got a pen and I've got a phone. And I can use that pen to sign executive orders and take executive actions and administrative actions that move the ball forward."
‘Leave it to Beaver’ gives way to ‘Lame acting Bieber’
Remember the good old days?
Manteca is winning the war on crime
Barry Blackburn is retiring after 27 years and one month of protecting people and property in Manteca
HOME, SMALL, HOME
Editor's note: Tony Lam graduated from Sierra High School some 10 years ago and is now working as a real estate professional in Hong Kong. While a high school student he worked part time at Kahl Photography Studio assisting in wedding assignments and was a charter member of the Manteca Rotary Interact Club.
Following in the footsteps of Pat O’Leary
Hello, Manteca. . . The Bulletin has given me the honor and privilege of writing a weekly "Man About Town" column. Born and raised in this town, I carry all the pride (and at times sadness), that comes with being a Mantecan. . . Sentiments such as "I miss the old Manteca" or "There's nothing to do here" or "I have to get outta here!" have become standard water cooler talk. And though I love being nostalgic and often want to get out these sentiments have grown trite and pervasive. This column will tout the merits, and showcase the people and places that ...
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Song in my heart: I Got 5 on Jesus
"I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone." – 1 Tim. 2:1
Pensions & driving spike into the public
Justice and the law are not interchangeable.
Shrimp feed & fish fry to Civil War re-enactment
Manteca's Every 15 Minutes Program's 6th annual Shrimp Feed will take place on Saturday, March 22, at the MRPS Hall, 133 N. Grant Street in Manteca. Social hour starts at 5 p.m., while an all-you-can-eat-shrimp dinner with pasta, salad and dessert will be served at 6:30 followed by a raffle at 8 and DJ playing until midnight. Don't worry about driving home though, a safe and sober ride home will be available. Tickets are $35 each. For more info about the event go to http://community.mantecabulletin.com/events/detail/12758/
Take me out of the ball game, please
"You throw like a girl."
Reacting to the shakes in California no laughing matter
Freaking funny.
Barely making it: Manteca’s working poor
"Tony" - not his real name - likes his bosses and his jobs. He doesn't want his name used because he doesn't want to sound like he's complaining. He says he knows he has it better than a lot of people but still he's frustrated. Plus he's also not too sure if it is a good thing that employers know that he's actively looking for another job.
Freethinkers, Christians, atheists & civil discourse
Civil discourse – an American tradition that seems to have suffered as society has become more impersonal – is back. Well, kind of back.
It’s time for everyone to celebrate everything Irish
Crab feeds are almost over; it's time to get your grub on with corned beef and cabbage! The Manteca Council #88 Young Men Institute is hosting a corned beef and cabbage dinner at the St. Anthonys Cafeteria today. The cost is $10 for adults and $6 for children, and you don't have to buy a ticket – simply pay at the door. Takeout dinner is available from 4:30 p.m., sit-down dinner is at 5.
San Jose: California’s city in a world class of its own
Twenty miles from the heart of San Jose you will find two things that contrast sharply with its image as the Capital of the Silicon Valley.
Restore fish habitat on the LA River
Cold water salmon and the Delta smelt.
Darwinism & Manteca’s dining options
Willie Weatherford is not the Great Wizard of Restaurants.
Being in God’s presence isn’t complicated
Have you ever sat down to spend time with God and found yourself struggling because you don't feel "spiritual" enough? Your mind is cluttered. The external noises around you are distracting. You make every effort to sound sincere in your prayers, yet your feelings don't line up. And soon, your thoughts drift to wondering how you will ever be able to sense His presence.
It’s time for NorCal cities to offer cash for grass
Southern Californians have a tendency to have a smug attitude toward water.
Finger guns, school safety and ‘Lord of The Flies’
Ron Burns did not grow up to become a mass murderer.
Fish fry, gourmet sampler Celtic Faire & much more
If you want to eat out, support your community while doing so. Start your weekend right with the St. Anthony's Young Men Institute's fish fry on Friday, March 7, with takeout from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and sit-down dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the St. Anthony's School cafeteria. Tickets are only $12 for adults and $6 for children 12 and under!
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