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🌱 What will change when the new SR-108 and Claus Road signal starts?

Riverbank, California Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Riverbank! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will change when the new SR-108 and Claus Road signal starts?
  • How does Jacob Myers Park compare to other Stanislaus River escapes?
  • What recent fire and rescue calls affected the Riverbank coverage area?

Also on today's calendar: Laugh Lounge Comedy and 2 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 103 and low of 61 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Sunny and toasty conditions, temps: high: 99, low: 60.
  • Sunday: Sunny and toasty conditions, with a high of 96 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New Traffic Signal On SR-108 At Claus Road To Improve Safety In Stanislaus County (ca.gov) — Drivers in Riverbank will soon see a new traffic signal at State Route 108 and Claus Road, going live Thursday, June 11, with a week of flashing-red, three-way-stop operation to help everyone adjust. Caltrans has rebuilt the intersection with new pavement, drainage, and a dedicated eastbound right-turn lane to cut down on dangerous broadside crashes and improve traffic flow through this busy corridor.
   

• Access points to Stanislaus, San Joaquin rivers within a short drive (theriverbanknews.com) — If you’re looking to enjoy the Stanislaus River close to home, Jacob Myers Park in Riverbank offers river access, playgrounds, camping, and a wooded loop trail right along the north bank. The story also spotlights other nearby river parks, campgrounds, and swimming beaches from Knights Ferry to Caswell and Manteca, with details on fees, reservations, and what each spot offers.
   

• Oakdale-Riverbank Fire Calls 6-10-26 (oakdaleleader.com) — Fire crews serving the Riverbank area handled a mix of water rescues, vehicle crashes, and training exercises during the June 2–8 period, though no major incidents were reported in town. Units from Modesto and Stanislaus Consolidated Fire worked across the region, including river rescues near Salida and Ripon and structure or vegetation fires in nearby communities.
   

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  • Hola vecinos, estoy emprendiendo mi negosio de jardineria, solo tengo 2 an̈os de experiencia, lo suficiente para saber como aser un buen trabajo y ke el cliente kede satisfecho, no hablo mucho ingles solo lo basico, pero mi hijo si, si tienes algo
    para mi espero un texto o una yamada, precio razonable, gracias, (Nextdoor Howard)
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service/Sales in Riverbank. Apply here.
  • Les Schwab Tire Centers posted a job opening for Tire Technician - Riverbank #664 in Riverbank. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Riverbank here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Modesto City Schools adds traveling farmers market to summer free lunch program (modbee.com)

Ok Riverbank! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Riverbank

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Riverbank

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.