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County budget shows signs of growth, future concernThe Stanislaus County proposed 2013-2014 budget sees an increase in both state and federal funding for county projects and revenue. The budget, which is set to be finalized in September, totals $1 billion in appropriations and $990 million in revenue - an increase over last year's budget of $984 million in appropriations and $930 million in revenue. According to county officials, year over year growth in discretionary spending is ...
June 04, 2013
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Jay
Bhatia
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Government
Bar fight ends with homicideThe Merced County Sheriff's Department is investigating a homicide that is believed to be linked to a fight at a Stevinson bar. The name of the deceased has not been released at this time. He was 30 years old. Shortly before 12:30 a.m. Tuesday sheriff's deputies were summoned to the Stevinson Bar and Grill at 20104 3rd Ave., in Stevinson for a report of a fight. Bar patrons told the deputies ...
June 04, 2013
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Sabra
Stafford
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Crime
Acquitted cop shooter behind bars againFor retired Turlock Police Sgt. Dan Gray justice has been served up too late and light for his liking. Twelve years ago Gray was swept into the nightmarish situation of staring up at a gun barrel with a known criminal at the other end. Gray walked away from the encounter with a gunshot injury to his right arm and his shooter, while Bailey Carlton Groves Jr. walked out of a courtroom two ...
June 04, 2013
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Sabra
Stafford
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Crime
Nancy tries...making a Kaep DogSometimes people take pride in their town through statues. Sometimes they decide to build a monument or a park. And sometimes, just sometimes, they decided to put every ounce of pride into a hot dog. In the second video segment of my "Nancy Tries…" series I took a shot at making Turlock's most famous hot dog - the Kaep Dog. In December 2012, Turlock landmark hot dog restaurant, Main Street Footers, announced ...
June 04, 2013
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Nancy
Angel
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Local
Pamela “Pam” ReadPam was born in San Mateo, CA in 1958 to Lee and Kay Tanner. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed her monthly gathering with friends to play bunko. Pam was an avid racing and NASCAR fan and also enjoyed football, baseball and RV camping. She was a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her husband Mike Read; parents Lee (Mary) Tanner and Kay Tanner; children ...
June 04, 2013
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OBITS
Births May 22 to May 29• Amy Garibay of Atwater is the mother of a 7-pound-6-ounce girl born on May 22 at Emanuel Medical Center.
May 31, 2013
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Births
Thank you for supporting vets through poppies campaignThank you citizens of Turlock and outlying areas for your generous contributions during our poppies for donations campaign May 1 through 31. As usual, your generosity was outstanding. It is only through your help that we are able to use this money exclusively for the benefit of veterans and their families. Be assured that this money will be spend wisely. We thank Mayor Lazar for his seal of approval, Doug Lejune and Scout ...
May 31, 2013
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Letters to the Editor
A whole new worldI am guilty. Lock me up. Take my sideways photographs and ship me off to Siberia. Okay, maybe not Siberia. I couldn't handle the cold. But jokes aside, I truly am guilty of what I consider a horrendous crime. No, it's not something you'll read in next week's crime report. It is however, pretty saddening to say the least. So what's the crime? ...
May 31, 2013
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Jay
Bhatia
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Editorial
Graduates: You have not arrivedStudents graduating from college this year overestimate their chances of getting well-paying, full-time jobs in their field of study, according to the results of a new survey by Accenture that compared their views with those of recent graduates.
May 31, 2013
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BY JEFF BENZIGER
Turlock Journal
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Editorial
Council approves Carnegie refundThe Carnegie Arts Foundation will be getting a financial boost soon, now that the Turlock City Council has agreed to refund the majority of its security deposit.
May 31, 2013
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Sabra
Stafford
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Government
Turlock to host inaugural Central Valley BrewfestEveryone loves a new tradition, but when there is finely crafted beer involved, that tradition gets a little more love than others. Today, the Stanislaus County fairgrounds will host the first annual Central Valley Brewfest. The inaugural event is a chance for community members and beer connoisseurs to come together to enjoy a selection of over 27 breweries offering 50 different styles of beer. Veronica Camp, ...
May 31, 2013
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Jay
Bhatia
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Local
Stanislaus graduates hit the ground runningEveryone in the 2013 graduating class from California State University, Stanislaus had a long journey before they crossed the platform to accept their diplomas on Friday.
May 31, 2013
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Nancy
Angel
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Education
Graduates 'optimistic' about future, finds surveyHundreds of graduates from Turlock, Pitman, Turlock Christian and Denair high schools donned traditional cap and gowns to receive their diplomas this week, joining their classmates in commencement ceremonies that have been held throughout the week and will continue into early June. While these graduates face drastic cuts in higher education and cutthroat competition for the few jobs available, a recent survey suggests they are not worried at what lies ahead. In ...
May 31, 2013
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Nancy
Angel
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Education
Twins defeat top seeded TigersIt was 1-1 until the final inning, when the mighty Twins did all they could and forced the Tigers pitching to walk five and allow eight unanswered runs to take the 9-1 victory in the first round of the American Little League Majors playoffs on Thursday. "These kids have battled all year, basically in the second half because the first half we lost a lot of one run games, and I am proud ...
May 31, 2013
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Eddie
Ruiz
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Youth
Dodgers dominate MarlinsThe Dodgers of the Turlock National Little League Majors have another shot at the top seeded Rockies, after defeating the Marlins, 12-5, in the semi-finals. The Dodgers nailed Thursday's win after a hot fifth inning rally that saw five runs scored. "It was a do or die and we had to win to play on Saturday and I just told them to go out there and give it 110 percent effort. Marlins are ...
May 31, 2013
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Eddie
Ruiz
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Youth
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Archive site resultsGarcia gets redemption at nationalsAfter his bittersweet fifth-place showing at last month's CIF State Championships, it looked like Turlock High wrestler Fabian Garcia could no longer wrestle. His voice was low, his head was down. He couldn't hide his sadness and dissatisfaction in his post-match interviews.
April 05, 2011
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Chhun
Sun
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High School Sports
Saavedra survives, becomes national champFor his trip to Ohio, Pitman High freshman Emilio Saavedra carried with him more than just his clothes and wrestling gear. Metaphorically speaking, he had a giant monkey on his back.
April 05, 2011
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Chhun
Sun
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High School Sports
Clearing the airIn order for Alycia Wagner to describe the initial feeling she had during her first time pole vaulting, the Cal State Stanislaus senior traveled back to her childhood, when life seemed to be a little bit more carefree.
April 05, 2011
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Chhun
Sun
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NCAA Track & Field
TC student-athlete receives scholarship awardCheyenne Perry, a four-year volleyball and softball player at Turlock Christian High, has been awarded scholarship money as one of 49 winners of the A. Dale Lacky/CSEA Scholarships for outstanding performances in athletics, community service and academics during high school.
April 05, 2011
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Chhun
Sun
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High School Sports
University drama production chosen for national festivalThe California State University, Stanislaus staging of "Debris," an unflinching drama dealing with the consequences of lifelong abuse, has been selected for a performance in the national spotlight.
April 05, 2011
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Sabra
Stafford
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Theatre
New CEO for Merced courtThe new Chief Executive Officer of Merced County Superior Court is Linda Romero Soles, a former Turlock resident.
April 05, 2011
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Sabra
Stafford
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Crime
Suspect flees, copper recoveredThe Merced County Sheriff's Department is searching for the man who tried to steal copper wiring from a Ballico farm.
April 05, 2011
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Sabra
Stafford
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Crime
Rape Aggression defense classThe Turlock Police Department and Stanislaus State University Police are providing Rape Aggression Defense training to women in Turlock. The training is offered at no cost to the public. The 12-hour course is broken up into two sessions over a period of two weeks.
April 05, 2011
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Sabra
Stafford
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Crime
Pipe band takes firstThe Turlock Police and Fire Pipe Band won first place at the recently held Bakersfield Highland Games Band competition.
April 05, 2011
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Sabra
Stafford
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Music
Collisions injure one on highwayA chain-reaction of crashes on Highway 99 in Turlock injured one and slowed traffic down for a short time Tuesday afternoon.
April 05, 2011
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Sabra
Stafford
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Crime
General Electric and the death of American outrageIf there was a funeral notice, I missed it. No obituary appeared in any of my daily papers. But make no mistake about it: In the spring of 2011 in the United States of America, our collective sense of moral outrage must now be officially dead.
April 05, 2011
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BY MARK SHIELDS
Creators Syndicate
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Editorial
McDonald’s to hire 50,000 in single dayNow all those people who say "I'll flip burgers if it comes down to it," can put their money where their mouth is. McDonald's is hiring 50,000 new full and part-time people during a national hiring event on April 19.
April 05, 2011
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Jonathan
McCorkell
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Local
Keep Your Home California program expanded to allow more homeowners to qualifyThe California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) expanded eligibility criteria for several of the Keep Your Home California programs, making them available to a larger number of families at risk of losing their home.
April 05, 2011
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Government
Local business gives teachers money through grant programTwo years ago GDI president Grant Davis started the "Adopt-A-Teacher" grant program. But in two years Davis said he has only received a grand total of two requests for funds.
April 05, 2011
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Jonathan
McCorkell
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Education
Swarm surprises downtown workersRosemary Hughes is used to dealing with bees. A large jasmine bush located just outside of her downtown office building is a popular place for bees to congregate come warm weather. On Tuesday, however, the flying visitors were more than just a temporary nuisance.
April 05, 2011
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Kristina
Hacker
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Local
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