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The Modesto Bee & ModBee.com

The Modesto Bee & ModBee.com

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3.8 Popularity

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Updated
August 19, 2025
Age Rating
Everyone 10+
Developer
Android
Android 8.0++
Package Name
com.modbee.android

So here's my honest take on The Modesto Bee & ModBee.com. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty solid. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, and there's a good amount of content - local news, sports, opinion pieces, and more. The digital edition is a nice touch too. But it's not without its issues - the ads can get a little intrusive, and the app feels a bit sluggish at times. Still, if you're looking for a reliable way to stay up-to-date on what's happening in Modesto, this is a pretty good option.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of local news and content to browse
  • Digital edition gives you the newspaper experience on your phone
  • Free to download and use
  • Clean, easy-to-navigate interface
  • Alerts you to breaking news

Cons

  • Ads can be a bit annoying at times
  • App feels a little sluggish and slow to load
  • Some features can be hard to find at first
GOOGLE PLAY SCORE
3.8 /5
based on 292 reviews
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Been using The Modesto Bee & ModBee.com for a couple months now. It’s basically a local news app where you can keep up with the latest from Modesto and the Central Valley. Pretty solid if you’re into that kinda thing.

Here’s what you do: you can browse the latest news stories, check the weather, and even read columns and opinions. And there’s also a cool digital edition that’s kind of like the printed newspaper, but on your phone. Took me a while to figure that part out, but it’s actually really useful.

Look, if you’re into local news and want to stay connected to what’s happening in your area, you’ll probably like this app. It’s not perfect – the ads can get a little annoying sometimes – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out if you’re looking for a good local news source.

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