May 5, 2020
When you are out enjoying the beautiful nature trail that starts on the shores of the San Joaquin River, take a moment to think about the remarkable couple for whom the trail is named: Bennie and Joyce Gatto. Since the 1950s, the Gattos have dedicated their lives to the service of the community of Lathrop….
Read moreMarch 31, 2020
When Governor Newsom shuttered California schools in mid-March, he told reporters that it was “unlikely that they would re-open” for the rest of the academic year. Six million public school students and their families will now remain home for an unprecedented length of time with school districts responding with their own versions of online learning….
Read moreMarch 27, 2020
Something wonderful is in the works for the parents and students of our schools at River Islands: in an extraordinary act of cooperation and visionary planning for the good of ALL the students, the Banta Elementary School District (BESD) board of directors have voted unanimously to approve a new charter organization, “River Islands Academies”. What…
Read moreFebruary 10, 2020
Coming soon! Pulte Homes is making its grand debut with their FIRST neighborhood at River Islands! The Grand Opening of Daybreak is set for Saturday, February 22nd, from 11:00 A.M. to 3 P.M. A taco truck will be serving up quesadillas, tacos, and burritos to guests. We will also be giving away tickets to Islanders…
Read moreFebruary 10, 2020
January 24, 2020
By Matt Schwab of Matt Schwab Media San Francisco Giants third base coach Ron Wotus has stood on baseball’s grandest stages and provided Little League coaching clinics for 25 years. So, who better to turn to than “Wo” for perspective about Islanders Field, a newly minted showcase ballpark for amateur players? When Islanders Field was…
Read moreJanuary 24, 2020