Lodi looks to expand: City takes first step toward annexing 95 acres west of Lower Sacramento Road Lodi News-Sentinel | August 15, 2026 The Lodi Planning Commission voted 5-0 to advance a request to annex 95.3 acres west of Lower Sacramento Road, a step toward future commercial and residential growth on the city's west side. The area includes land planned for both commercial use and low-density housing.
Taryn Jones tapped to become Lodi city attorney Lodi News-Sentinel | August 13, 2026 The Lodi City Council is expected to appoint Taryn Jones, a Lodi resident with more than a decade of municipal law experience, as the city's next city attorney. Jones currently serves as Stockton's acting city attorney and will bring that experience to one of Lodi's top administrative positions.
Salvation Army to host Toast to Hope in September Lodi News-Sentinel | August 12, 2026 The Salvation Army of Lodi will launch its inaugural Toast to Hope fundraiser on September 4 at Block 21 Winery, featuring wine tasting and community connection. Proceeds will benefit the organization's Adopt a Family and Angel Tree programs, which support local families during the holiday season.
Race Communications broke ground on a fiber-optic network expected to connect 17,000 Lodi homes and businesses to gigabit internet service, crediting the city's Public Works department as an essential partner in getting the project underway. Read Full News Story HERE
Five Star Bank opened a new full-service branch at the Reynolds Building on Reynolds Ranch Parkway, expanding its Central Valley presence with a focus on serving local entrepreneurs, small businesses and agribusiness customers. Read Full News Story HERE
The Foundation opened its 2026 Lodi Legacy Fund grant cycle, inviting Lodi-area nonprofits and public schools to apply for grants ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 from a $200,000 pool. Read the Full Story HERE
Visit Lodi's executive director says a proposed 100-room hotel and convention center at the World of Wonders Science Museum could draw more business travelers downtown and spur further investment along the Sacramento Street corridor. Read Full Story HERE
The Lodi Community Foundation awarded a $25,000 grant toward restoration of the future Lodi Historical Museum, helping push fundraising for the project to just over $50,000 of its $100,000 goal. Read Full Story HERE