Good morning, Stockton. 🌞
Do you need a little island time? You don’t have to go far.
Shaylee Navarro explains how a 5.6-acre triangular plot of land situated in White Slough off west Eight Mile Road is the hottest piece of real estate in Stockton.
There’s already a bidding war for the private island, which is listed for sale at about the cost of a new car.
And if you want even more adventure in your life, we’ve got you covered.
Andrea Baltodano previews Festa Italiana, which returns Sunday to the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds.
And Daniel Garza highlights other things to do in and around Stockton this weekend, including a free admission day at the Haggin Museum.
Finally, Aaron Leathley details the latest results in ballot counts from Tuesday’s primary election. District 1 Councilmember Michele Padilla has dropped below 50% of the vote, likely setting up a runoff in the November general election. Read about her standing, as well as that of Councilmembers Michael Blower and Brando Villapudua below.
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A private island for $39,000? It’s for sale in Stockton
By Shaylee Navarro • Stocktonia
The site, 20 miles from downtown Stockton in the Delta waterways, has already attracted bids “well over” the asking price.
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