🌱 Manteca daycare operator sentenced after infant’s death—what parents need to know

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In today's newsletter:

• Manteca daycare operator sentenced after infant’s death—what parents need to know
• Where can Manteca families find the best nearby river beach days?
• Which Papa John’s in Manteca just shut its doors?

Also on today's calendar: Manteca Guild Meeting – June 25, 2026 and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Friday: Very hot, with a high of 105 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Hot with sunshine, temps: high: 102, low: 59.
• Sunday: Hot with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 99 and low of 58 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

1. Manteca day care operator, who was drunk on the job, pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter in infant's death (abc10.com) — A Manteca daycare operator has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and felony child abuse after a 5‑month‑old in her care suffered a fatal medical emergency while she was intoxicated. Prosecutors say her drinking, including before driving children to school, delayed critical care for the infant. She faces six years in state prison, with sentencing set for July 17.
   

2. Access points to Stanislaus, San Joaquin rivers within a short drive (oakdaleleader.com) — If you live in Manteca, you’re surrounded by underused river escapes just minutes away, from Turtle Beach on the San Joaquin to Caswell State Park on the Stanislaus. This guide breaks down nearby access points, camping options, day-use fees, and how to reserve popular spots before they sell out. It’s a practical roadmap for cooling off close to home.
   

3. Major Pizza Chain Shutters Locations Nationwide, Including In CA (patch.com) — Papa John’s has closed a location in Manteca this year, part of more than 40 shutdowns nationwide as the chain trims underperforming stores. The company plans hundreds more closures through 2027, which could further affect pizza options and local jobs. Rival Pizza Hut is also cutting locations across the country.
   

4. The Record's 2026 All-San Joaquin County Softball Selections (recordnet.com) — San Joaquin County’s 2026 high school softball season is over, and Manteca programs are highlighted among a powerhouse group that sent 20 teams to the section playoffs. The Record’s All-County selections spotlight standout players from Manteca, Oakdale, Tracy, Escalon and more, celebrating historic runs, dominant pitchers, and big bats that defined this spring’s action.
   

5. Massive fire destroys Tracy medical supply warehouse (eastbaytimes.com) — Manteca firefighters were among several agencies battling a massive fire Thursday at a Medline medical supply warehouse in Tracy that destroyed much of the million‑square‑foot facility. Everyone inside escaped safely, but nearby warehouses were evacuated as thick smoke spread over the Central Valley. Officials are still investigating what sparked the blaze and any potential health impacts.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Manteca

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday June 13

• Adam Tiller →
  Deaf Puppy Comedy Club/Bar and Grill, 127 N Main St, Manteca
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Monday June 15

• Student Break
  Manteca Unified Manteca, CA 95337

Thursday June 25

• Manteca Guild Meeting – June 25, 2026 →
  Manteca Senior Center, 295 Cherry Ln, Manteca
  6:30 pm

Friday July 3

• Saul Trujillo →
  Deaf Puppy Comedy Club/Bar and Grill, 127 N Main St, Manteca
  7:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Friday June 12

• Women Veteran & Military Service Member Summit →
  San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S Airport Way, Stockton
  9:00 am
• JV & V Football
  Edison High Stockton, CA 95202
  4:00 pm
• Friday Paint Night →
  Binge Vietnamese Fusion, 5779 Pacific Ave, Stockton
  6:30 pm
• Comedy Night At The Post!🎤 — The Post Restaurant... →
  The Post Restaurant & Bar, 5801 Stoddard Rd, Modesto
  7:00 pm
• Concerts in the Park
  Lathrop City 390 Towne Centre Dr, Lathrop, CA 95330
  7:00 pm

Saturday June 13

• PRAYER BREAKFAST 2026
  NAACP Stockton Branch HILTON, 2323 GRAND CANAL BLVD., STOCKTON
  8:00 am
• Paint and Sip at the Bookshop →
  Mr. Otto's Bookstore, 2310 Pacific Ave, Stockton
  10:00 am
• Father's Day Printmaking Cards - Youth Art Program →
  Stockton Art League Goodwin Gallery, 1902 Pacific Ave, Stockton
  12:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• found her running on a main st.
  anyone missing a female dog? she’s up at the manteca animal shelter on south main st and wetmore, she has plenty of food and water and a blanket. (Nextdoor Union/Yosemite/Wawona/Seq)
• Finished this portrait of my dog Bonnie!
  It’s done in oil pastels and is 8x10. If you are interested in a pet portrait from me, take a look at my commission gallery on my website… (Nextdoor North Yosemite Ave)

• Goodwill Industries of San Joaquin Valley, Inc. posted a job opening for Donated Goods Lead Processor in Manteca. Apply here.
• Paychex, Inc. posted a job opening for Channel Sales Associate - CPA in Manteca. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manteca here.

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