NOT YOUR AVERAGE DOGS In 1979, Diane Phillips opened D.A.D.’s Hot Dogs, originally named Dok Shoons at the time. Diane and her business partner Denise are the names and faces of D.A.D.’s (Diane and Denise) Hot Dogs. Celebrating now 40 years later, Diane proclaims that “to make a business work you need a great product,...Read More

The holidays can be such a joyful time — there are parties to attend, food to be eaten, drinks to be drank. But they can also be stressful. Financial stress, emotional stress and of course, physical stress on those soon-to-be expanding waistlines. There’s more in the Center than delicious food and great shopping — treat...Read More

Your store… for all occasions! Best Wishes truly is the store for all occasions. Over the years, Lincoln Center shoppers have witnessed the evolution of Best Wishes, as it’s grown to carry clothing, kitchen necessities, baby gifts, jewelry, and of course, its number one selling category: greeting cards. In an age where we’re bombarded with...Read More

Each holiday season, Lincoln Center transforms from a shopping center into Stockton’s winter wonderland. Several members of our community come together to make this happen, with a common goal of providing a family-friendly location and spreading a bit of holiday cheer. Two of them are Jeri Hyske and her husband, Herb Gottschalk. The pair are...Read More

Men & Children’s Fall Fashion There’s nothing quite like hitting the park with a football in hand after a delicious fall meal, and this year — do it in style! These comfortable, warm pieces from McCaulou’s, Sassy Pants and Zuesters are perfect for keeping you on trend and for layering, especially when running back and forth...Read More

A look into what our veteran’s are doing in the community. Team Red, White, and Blue Recent years have seen the emergence of several new veteran-based organizations that are dedicated to combating some of the unique obstacles that veterans face. One obstacle in particular is the isolation that many vets feel during what can be an...Read More

SO FRESH! SO CLEAN! SO GREEN! Lincoln Center’s newest addition opens to record-breaking numbers…Making Stockton’s own franchise, number 1 nationwide! It seems like “tasty” and “healthy” are two qualities that have long been at odds when it comes to food.  Thankfully, Lincoln Center’s newest merchant, Nékter Juice Bar, is here to change that significantly. Owner...Read More

The names on the big warehouses that have sprouted up in San Joaquin County over the years are some of the biggest – UPS, Safeway, Tesla and more. The boom is excellent news for Ryan McShane, an industrial real estate broker with Colliers International. “Everyone is very bullish on the Valley right now,” McShane said....Read More

Micke Grove Zoo has delighted families for 60 years, and it needs our support to remain an iconic Stockton staple. “We’re a strong group, and we work with what we have,” Mallapur said. “But, we would be so happy for our community to help.” Nestled on 258 acres, located between Stockton and Lodi, Micke Grove...Read More

Braving the Battle While a 40th birthday is a milestone moment in many women’s lives, Karin Heath couldn’t prepare herself for what hers would bring—a diagnosis of breast cancer. With quick action and a round of radiation Karin found herself cancer free, but exactly fifteen years later, she would come face to face with her second...Read More