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Lawsuit forces changes in indigent healthcare program
A revision to the county's medically indigent adult healthcare program, forced by a lawsuit, will make free or low-cost healthcare available to more county adults, affect payment schedules for many existing participants, and raise county costs.
Task force to consider supervisor redistricting
A new citizens' advisory task force will help with a mandated redistricting of the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors' districts, following board action Tuesday morning.
Winter showers bring hungry mosquitoes
A mild, wet winter could translate into a buzzy, bitey, mosquito-filled summer.
TID looks at rate increases for 2012
The Turlock Irrigation District may need to raise rates an effective 9 percent for 2012 primarily to meet debt obligations associated with the Tuolumne Wind Project, district Trustees learned in a financial forecasting workshop on Tuesday.
Local legislators lobby for Florida high-speed rail money
Local political leaders are hailing the California High-Speed Rail Authority's unanimous decision on Wednesday to pursue a further $2.43 billion in federal funding recently made available – and urging the federal government to allocate those funds to California.
University hosts César Chávez Day celebration
Cries of "Si, se puede" rang across California State University, Stanislaus Wednesday night as the college hosted its 16th annual César E. Chávez Memorial Celebration.
Local businesses take top awards in Entrepreneur Challenge
When the dust settled on the San Joaquin Entrepreneur Challenge, two groups of Denair-based entrepreneurs stood atop the field of 65 entrants from across the Valley.
Council considers return of bingo at Assyrian American club
After an eight year gap, bingo could return to Turlock – should the City of Turlock and the Assyrian American Civic Club reach common ground on rules and regulations for the game.The Turlock City Council discussed changes the current bingo ordinance on March 23, but didn't come to any solutions which would be mutually agreeable.The Assyrian American Civic Club hosted ...
Northwest growth still an option
Residential growth to the northwest of Highway 99 is still on the table for the City of Turlock, following a split Turlock City Council decision Tuesday night.
Hilmar residents can clean-up for reduced prices
Hilmar will host a clean-up day from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, offering residents the opportunity to dispose of tires, appliances, and other residential waste at a reduced rate.
No comment from public on bus fare increases
A proposed Stanislaus Regional Transit fare increase would raise the cost of most rides by $0.25, to $1.50 for a general fare bus ride. Senior or disabled fixed route bus riders would be exempted from the increase, with a ride remaining flat at $1.
Central Valley Project farmers to receive 55 percent of water allocation
The Federal Bureau of Reclamation announced this week that Central Valley Project water users will receive 100 percent of their annual allocation – except for south of the Delta, where agricultural contractors will receive just 55 percent of their annual allocation, and municipal and industrial users will receive 80 percent of the allocation.
New resolution promotes eating locally grown food
Eating locally isn't just a trendy, healthy way too cook – it's also California's newest strategy to bolster the State budget.
Local funeral directors gather supplies for Japanese colleagues
The earthquake and tsunami which ravaged Japan have now, officially, killed more than 10,000 people, according to the Japanese National Police Agency. As the search through rubble and wreckage continues, that number is likely to double or triple, as more than 17,000 remain listed as missing.
State budget to cut funding to colleges, prisons, welfare
Facing a $26.6 billion deficit, both houses of the California Legislature approved the main budget bill last week, but will not send the legislation to Gov. Jerry Brown until a remaining $12.6 billion deficit can be broached.
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City to swear in new council members Tuesday
Turlock's two newest council members will be sworn in at 7 p.m. on Dec. 11. Incumbent Amy Bublak, a Modesto Police Officer, will be sworn in alongside council newcomer Steven Nascimento, a former Parks, Recreation, and Community Commissioner and District Director for State Sen. Anthony Cannella (R – Ceres). The two earned the most votes of four competitors in the Nov. 6 election. Also being sworn in will be incumbent City Treasurer ...
Turlock, county records big turnout for election
The ballots have been counted, the results certified, and it's official. The Nov. 6 Presidential Election saw one of the biggest turnouts in the history of Stanislaus County. Stanislaus County voter turnout reached 67.39 percent for the Nov. 6 election. That's just below the 2004 Presidential Election's turnout – 67.72 percent – and the record 71 percent turnout for the 2008 Presidential Election. This year's turnout surpassed that in 2000 and 1996, ...
Local man fights to save dog; Alaskan malamute accused of biting two women
A beloved family pet is now slated to be euthanized, over disputed allegations that it bit two women in the face. Dan Mendonca's dog "Bolt," an Alaskan malamute, was taken into Turlock Animal Services custody on Nov. 7 after friends McKenzie Leedom and Macie Gilstrap said Bolt bit them. A Turlock Animal Services investigation agreed with Leedom and Gilstrap's claims, and Bolt was recommended for euthanization following an administrative hearing overseen by ...
Toy train show delivers Christmas spirit
After the tree is trimmed, the lights strewn, and the ornaments hung, a Christmas tree just isn't complete. At least, not if you ask Bill McLimands, a member of the non-profit San Joaquin Valley Toy Train Operators. "A train around a Christmas tree, that's what says Christmas," McLimands said. For many SJVTTO members, childhood Christmases were marked by ogling the intricate toy train displays at department stores. That intimate connection ...
State snubs healthcare meeting
A briefing intended to collect testimony and share information on healthcare challenges in rural California was overshadowed by the absence of state representatives. The meeting, helmed by Assemblymember Kristin Olsen (R – Modesto), who chairs the California Legislative Rural Caucus, welcomed speakers from non-profits, health clinics, and hospitals – but not the State of California. "The state decided not to show up," Olsen said. Representatives from the State Department of Health ...
Inauguration tickets available
A limited number of tickets for President Barack Obama's upcoming inauguration ceremony will be made available through the office of U.S. Rep. Jeff Denham (R – Turlock). Constituents from across the newly redrawn 10th Congressional District of California have until 5 p.m. Dec. 19 to request tickets to the 57th Presidential Inauguration Ceremony on Jan. 21, 2013, which will be held at the U.S. Capitol. Such standing-room tickets to the inauguration are ...
City development fees records first increase in three years
After three straight years of decline, the City of Turlock's Capital Facility Fees posted revenue growth last year for the first time since 2007-08. Turlock posted $1.3 million in CFF revenues in 2011-12, a 16 percent improvement from fiscal year 2010-11 and the highest such figure since 2007-08. "The trend does show that, maybe, we are finally coming out of this recession," said City Engineer Mike Pitcock. Revenues still greatly lagged ...
Council passes visitors bureau budget
The Turlock City Council unanimously approved the Turlock Convention and Visitors Bureau 2013 budget Tuesday night, which will see the CVB begin to offer services on weekend days. But approval of the CVB budget was almost postponed, as Councilwoman Amy Bublak requested the measure be delayed until after newly elected councilmember Steve Nascimento is seated in December. The council postponed approving a study of city water rates on Nov. 13 for the ...
Turlock loses bid for Amgen Tour
The Amgen Tour of California bicycle race will not pay a visit to the Central Valley in 2013, organizer AEG announced Tuesday. The news came as a disappointment to Turlock leaders, who had been asked by race organizers to submit an application to host the start or finish of a race leg for the first time this year. "We try to change the course up every year," said AEG spokesman Michael Roth. ...
DIGS: 'Life is short; decorate well'
Name of business: DIGS Type of business: Upcycled, vintage, and artisan goods Location: 310 E. Main St., Ste. C-2 in Shopper's Eden, behind La Mo Hours of operation: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special open house from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday. Contact info: 484-0335, Facebook page coming soon History of business: Friends and neighbors Debra Volk and Diane Parker have long had a ...
TID, lineworkers continue contract talks
Turlock Irrigation District labor negotiations, which have stretched on for more than a year and a half – and have been blamed for a lengthy electrical outage in September – will resume Wednesday. The TID Board of Directors will meet with the local International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, which represents TID linemen, in a special, closed-session meeting at 3 p.m. Wednesday. TID announced the meeting Tuesday; the directors were not scheduled to meet ...
Visitors bureau to give annual report
The Turlock Convention and Visitors Bureau will give its annual report for 2012 and announce goals for 2013 at Tuesday's Turlock City Council meeting.
Black Friday (Thursday): Report from inside the lines
As I pulled into the Walmart parking lot on Thanksgiving night, one overwhelming thought entered my mind. This was a horrible, no good, absolutely terrible idea. Black Friday shopping has always seemed a touch romantic to me. I pictured the shoppers like noble hunters, braving the wilds to bring home a fresh meal. Or 60-inch TV, as it were. So, at 10 p.m. on Thursday, I set off for Walmart, determined ...
Small businesses seek support from holiday shoppers
Turlock's annual Festival of Lights Christmas tree lighting ceremony isn't just a time to eat, drink, and be merry. It's also the prelude to Shop Local Saturday, the one day of the year when shoppers are encouraged to support their local vendors. "We want you to remember to shop local, and come back the following day for the nationwide shop local promotion," said Dana McGarry, head of the Turlock Downtown Property Owners ...
Emporium takes advantage of downtown resurgence
Name of business: Emporium Type of business: Vintage style for modern life Location: 228 E. Main St., Turlock Hours of operation: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Closed Sundays. Contact info: 250-0540, www.emporium228.com, facebook.com/emporium228, emporium228@gmail.com History of business: For nearly a year, Dana McGarry has headed the Turlock Downtown Property Owners' Association. But now, with the opening of her new vintage boutique Emporium, McGarry isn't just ...
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