Angela Rodriguez

1 week ago | modbee.com | Angela Rodriguez |Angela Rodriguez

With strong winds and dry conditions in the weather forecast increasing wildfire risks, communities across California could lose electricity in coming days, according to Pacific Gas and Electric. Public power shut offs are planned in a total of 15 California counties, including Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Merced and Fresno counties, PG&E said. PG&E’s public safety power shutoffs could begin as early as Thursday, June 19, and continue through the weekend, the utility company said.

Dec 18, 2024 | sanluisobispo.com | Joan Lynch |Lia Russell |Angela Rodriguez

Though California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday in response to rising cases of bird flu, San Luis Obispo County appears to be clear of the disease for now. California was the first to declare a statewide emergency, though Colorado Gov. Jared Polis issued a targeted “disaster” alert in July after officials there detected an outbreak at a Weld County egg plant. There have been 61 human H5N1 cases of avian flu nationwide since April, according to CDC data.

Nov 29, 2024 | fresnobee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Getting ready for Christmas? If you’re looking for a live, cut Christmas tree, several major retailers across California have you covered. Here’s where you can pick up one:Whole Foods MarketWhole Foods Market offers fresh cut Christmas trees at select California locations, but only while supplies last, according to an emailed statement from the company. “Customers can contact their local store for information and to purchase,” the company said.

Nov 29, 2024 | modbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Does Modesto’s recent streak of rainy weather have you dreaming of sunnier skies? The Modesto region has seen above-normal precipitation levels so far in November, inspiring some local travelers to plan last-minute holiday getaways to tropical or desert destinations. Wet November.....so far.

Nov 27, 2024 | modbee.com | Angela Rodriguez

Considering a career change in Stanislaus County? The state of California is hiring for full-time positions across a variety of fields, from legal services to landscaping. State jobs are known for offering competitive benefits and enrollment in the nation’s largest state public pension plan. Many of the following jobs have specific requirements, which are linked. As of Tuesday, Nov.