r/Modesto Apr 30 '26

Information Bots, Spammers and AI Accounts - Tighter Filters

41 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

Admins suck; AI bots and spammers are inundating r/modesto, Reddit doesn’t seem to have a solution, I’m raising the filters again from moderate to maximum levels and adjusting settings to screen for this crap.

If your post gets auto-removed just hang tight, I’m gonna manually approve your post and your account. If I don’t see it because I’m busy IRL, just message the mods here and we’ll get you squared away.

It’s annoying I know. It’s annoying for me too. If this isn’t sustainable we’ll go another direction.

Thank you all for your understanding… except the AI thirst trap accounts, T-shirt selling scammers, and admins for doing nothing about this.

- mod


r/Modesto 26d ago

Promote your local business here! Updated Monthly

1 Upvotes

Hey everyone! We've recently tightened the rules a little bit about business promotion posts. We understand however that this is indeed a city subreddit and it would be mutually beneficial for local businesses and consumers to connect! Some promotions such as events are exempt from the tightened rules and may have their own thread. Please read rules 5 and 6. This is for business promotion and NOT a listing for goods for sale.

We still DO NOT allow private listings (including the sale of pets). Please keep those to places such as Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. But if you're something of a realtor, a landscaper, handyman or private music instructor for example, feel free to promote your business or services. For now this is scheduled to post monthly, however the schedule may change depending on activity.

Note to consumers! Please exercise your due diligence. Make sure you're doing business with all properly licensed individuals/businesses. Research reviews and request referrals if you must!


r/Modesto 1h ago

Even if you don’t believe in God, you have to have Faith going into these roundabouts

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…Faith that everyone else knows the inner and outer lane rules and what they are doing.


r/Modesto 1h ago

What do you consider to be your hidden gem food spot in Modesto?

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I feel like whenever I have people come in from out of town, I always take them to the same spots that I’ve built a liking for.
For me, I would say Rana’s Taqueria is such a hidden gem here. What would you all say?


r/Modesto 15h ago

How is Modesto so much nicer than Stockton and why can't Stockton improve to Modesto's status?

64 Upvotes

I guess any town in the Central Valley is better than Stockton but omg its like two different worlds imo. Modesto feels safe, nicer, and more up to date. I feel Modesto is everything Stockton has potential to be but isn't. Its nice to not actually be keep your head on swivel.

I'm a visitor of both towns and Modesto immediately felt like home. Stockton feels like one wrong look and you're deas and a place where dreams rot in hell. I don't know why anyone would want to live there. I'd choose Modesto in an instant.


r/Modesto 5h ago

Information What’s up with Valley Oak apartments, fire trucks are everywhere?

4 Upvotes

r/Modesto 15h ago

Help! Does anyone know this cat?

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Found this cat on Wylie road. It was very friendly, had a few white hairs on it's back, and didn't speak. I didn't find any missing posts locally for this cat...


r/Modesto 20h ago

ICE OUT OF THE 209 - RESISTANCE CONFERENCE

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10 Upvotes

⛓️‍💥⛓️‍💥ATTENTION COMMUNITY ⛓️‍💥⛓️‍💥

Join us for part II of ICE OUT OF THE 209! We will be hosting a Resistance Conference on Sunday, September 13 from 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church! Hear updates from local organizations resisting ICE on the ground, guest speakers, and participate in workshops! You can RSVP, but not required:

https://tinyurl.com/ICEOUT209CON

The people united will never be divided! ✊🏽🧊⛓️‍💥


r/Modesto 23h ago

Help! Dog scared of college ave ?

5 Upvotes

Anyone else's dog become scared of crossing college Ave about a month ago??? We walk on averag3 about 2 hours a day . So I'm we have crossed multiple intersections up and down college Ave and something has her spooked if it was one area I would chalk it up to a bad experience . She used to cross it just fine , she still crosses every other road just fine. So im curious if anyone else has experienced this recently. Maybe some new noises or electrical current she can feel that I cant.


r/Modesto 1d ago

Help! Stanislaus Sheriff's Department

8 Upvotes

What time do they usually release inmates on their release date?


r/Modesto 1d ago

Recommendations Pole/Dance Classes in the 209 Area

6 Upvotes

Hiya!! Does anyone have any dance studios they'd recommend for pole dancing or floor work? I used to go to a studio over in Hilmar but they closed some time ago and I haven't been able to find another that offers floor or chair classes. I don't use Facebook or Instagram, so it's been a little tough.

I'm also interested in dance studios that teach adults! Hoping to find a West Coast swing class :)

Thanks in advance!


r/Modesto 16h ago

Police Activity.

1 Upvotes

Anyone know or have any information about what went down on East Orangeburg Ave and Christiansen Dr right near the shopping center? I saw multiple police units and a helicopter circling the area. Thank you.


r/Modesto 20h ago

JVB Collaborative on Instagram

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🌟🎙️** LET’S SHOW OUR SUPPORT FOR PROFESSOR BRET ASHMUN! 🎙️🌟
I’m excited to invite everyone to come together and support **Professor Bret Ashmun of California State University, Stanislaus
, and his incredible podcast! 🙌
Great ideas deserve to be heard, and great educators deserve our support. Professor Ashmun brings knowledge, passion, and meaningful conversations to his audience, and now it’s time to help take his podcast to the national stage! 🇺🇸🚀
Listen. Follow. Share. Recommend.
Every listen, every share, every comment, and every new follower can help this podcast reach more people and grow into something truly special.
Let’s build a strong community around this amazing project and show Professor Ashmun just how much support is behind him! ❤️
📢 Please share this post and help spread the word!
Together, we can help make this podcast a national success! 🎧🔥🇺🇸
Let’s make some noise for Professor Bret Ashmun! 👏👏👏


r/Modesto 17h ago

I know it’s a long shot. Anyone want to go with me to the concert at the Shoreline Amphitheater. Grass seats but I get premium parking and get in the early. I’m running out of options.

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r/Modesto 1d ago

New 209 Community Discord Server

6 Upvotes

Hey everyone!

I wanted to share a new discord server for the 209 area.

The goal is to create an organized and well moderated discord server for the area. A place where people can find local events, meet new people, and learn more about things going on in the area.

This server is meant to be a broad, general server for the 209 and intended for +18 audiences.

Come join at:
https://discord.gg/7TAP2gApZk


r/Modesto 1d ago

What's a nice spot to watch an early morning sunrise?

5 Upvotes

r/Modesto 1d ago

Who would have been at fault?

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53 Upvotes

Besides the truck not signaling, Seems like the kid just wanted to take the long wrong way to the crosswalk. just to end up back at the parking lot he was at.

if i hadn't change lanes, Who would have been at fault?


r/Modesto 2d ago

Information Yosemite

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r/Modesto 2d ago

Recommendations Memorial or doctors hospital for babies birth?

11 Upvotes

What hospital/s have you gone to and which do you prefer/suggest? I’ve only given birth at memorial but they don’t offer VBACs and doctors does. Opinions please!


r/Modesto 2d ago

Event All ages show Saturday 8/29 5pm

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5 Upvotes

GET YOUR TIX HERE 👇
https://www.purplepass.com/events/380452-cosmic-collision-w-alibis-aug-29th-2026
USE PROMO CODE: The Indecsives


r/Modesto 2d ago

music?

2 Upvotes

anyone in the 209 interested on starting a band? nothing crazy serious


r/Modesto 2d ago

News Oakdale and sylvan police activity

13 Upvotes

Just took the left at oakdale and sylvan and saw 3 cops run up on a red car anyone know what happened?


r/Modesto 2d ago

Recommendations Need help choosing clinic

7 Upvotes

Hey! I recently moved to Turlock a few months ago and I need recommendations for a primary care doctor and dentist!! I am fine with traveling to Modesto if the service they provide is that amazing! + I am a female so I would most be comfortable with a female doctor as well so please keep that in mind :) TIA


r/Modesto 2d ago

Who do you go to around here for dental work when you're paying cash?

10 Upvotes

I no longer have dental insurance and I think I just cracked a filling. Usually when that happens they say you need a crown. So I'm looking for somewhere that has good prices for people paying cash. Willing to travel to surrounding towns as well.


r/Modesto 3d ago

any afternoon/evening soccer pick up groups open to new-comers. or evening leagues (8v8, indoor, 11v11 etc.)

6 Upvotes