Amanda Rose

Youths from Kindergarten through 12th grade auditioned on Monday and have been hard at work rehearsing this year’s production of “Sleeping Beauty."

Adult Lap Swims are open on Mondays and Wednesdays to the public aged 18 and over at this time. With one lifeguard currently on duty, only 25 spots can be offered at this time. The cost is $4 for adults and $3 for seniors.

After a week filled with rehearsals learning songs, dances, lines, and stage cues - the 44 youth performers took to the stage Saturday evening at the West Side Theatre.

On September 25, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it had charged 23 entities and individuals for failure to timely file Schedules 13D and 13G reports and Forms 3, 4, and 5. The SEC also charged two public companies for contributing to filing failures by their directors and officers and failing to report their filing delinquencies as required. Without admitting or denying the findings, all of the entities and individuals agreed to pay civil penalties totaling more than $3.8 million.

Orestimba High School and Gustine High School started their seasons strong as their respective bands competed for trophies.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 219, which amends the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act and the Climate-Related Financial Risk Act.

Even though the weather is procrastinating the usual fall cooldown, families are still making their way to enjoy fall fun at local pumpkin patches. In its 22nd season, Fantozzi Farms offers a variety of fall fun at their pumpkin patch and corn maze in Patterson.

The West Side Players have entertained audiences for decades bringing live theater to Newman and surrounding communities.

Harvest carnivals brought copious amounts of fall fun last week at the elementary schools in Newman. Hunt Elementary held a family pumpkin decorating contest in addition to games and raffle prizes. Barry the Eagle was "thrilled" to dance with 5th Grader MK Rath at Barrington’s carnival on Friday evening. The Halloween buzz was palpable as families prepare for the upcoming holiday, getting an early taste of the fun at Bonita Elementary.

The Annual Stanislaus County Spelling Bee Competition showcases the linguistic prowess and academic dedication of elementary students in the region. As young spellers prepare vigorously with the support of teachers and parents, the competition unfolds through preliminary rounds filled with anticipation and excitement. Newman Crows Landing Unified School District held its annual District Spelling Bee recently and winners have emerged to move on to the county competition.