DA considers re-trying Hoyt in roadside beating

Michael Hoyt says he is ready to get back to regular life now that the murder charge that had shadowed him for three years has been cleared away. But his wait may be a bit longer as the Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office considers re-trying him on a charge of involuntary manslaughter and assault likely to inflict great bodily injury, with an enhancement that great bodily injury resulted Hoyt, 53, was acquitted ...

Pitman takes Beyer to advance

The Central California Conference is making waves in this year's Sac-Joaquin Section Division I playoffs. Pitman High is one of three CCC teams advancing to the final four, after the Pride defeated Beyer, 7-4, at Klein Field at University of Pacific on Thursday. Pitman joins crosstown rivals Turlock and Buhach Colony in the semi-finals. "It just goes to show that you work hard throughout the year and don't give up, and you get ...

Turlock eliminates Enochs in 26th win

Twenty-six consecutive wins is enough to give any baseball team a heaping dose of confidence. Add two tournament titles, an undefeated league championship campaign, and a talent pool that includes at least six players with college commitments into the mix and it's easy to understand how Turlock High might be feeling at the moment. Which came first-the confidence or the success-can be debated, but what can't be denied is the fact that the ...

Hawks advance to semi-finals

In their first postseason appearance in over a decade, Delhi High's softball team will advance to the semi-finals and are now just two wins away from the Division VI Sac-Joaquin Section Softball Tournament title. Delhi took down Golden Sierra High, 3-0, at the Lodi Softball Complex on Wednesday. The Hawks have now won four of their last five games. They sit at 19-7 overall and have averaged over 6.5 runs per game. The ...

Hilmar falls, 3-1, in D-V semi-finals

It's a wrap for Hilmar High's girls soccer team after Wednesday's semi-final loss to Liberty Ranch High in this season's Division V Sac-Joaquin Section playoff tournament. The reigning Trans Valley League champion Yellowjackets and reigning Sierra Valley League champion Hawks played it tight during the first half of the match, but a pair of mental lapses in the second half spelled doom for Hilmar as its girls fell 3-1 and watched their season end abruptly.

Small school athletes shine in track finals

A combined total of 25 athletes from Delhi, Denair, Hilmar and Turlock Christian competed in the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Track and Field Division IV-V finals at Sierra High School in Manteca on Thursday. Although local athletes fell short of the gold, many notched respectable finishes. "It does not matter if you win, but if you compete that is the biggest thing," Delhi track coach Matt Cabral said. "I am really proud for one ...

Jones, Demery win Stanislaus Outstanding Athlete Awards

Karenee Demery and Reggie Jones were honored Wednesday night by The Sportsmen of Stanislaus as they were named the top female and male athletes at the annual Outstanding Athlete Awards.

11 Warriors receive All-Region honors

The USTFCCCA announced the All-Region teams on Friday and 11 Warriors collectively received 13 awards in men's and women's track and field.

Council splits on water rate study

The move to revamp the city's collection rates for water services gained momentum Tuesday night when the Turlock City Council approved by a narrow margin to hire a consulting firm to conduct a water rate study.

Anglicans find new church home

The Grace Anglican Church, formerly the St. Francis Anglican Church, is moving into their new home Sunday at First Christian Church. St. Francis Anglican Church had called the quaint church at 915 E. Main Street their home since 1948, but a split with the national church led them to surrender their claim on the property. The new parish will meet at the old church at 2:45 p.m. Sunday and then lead a ...

Turlocker competes in 2013 Warrior Games

Retired Navy Aviation Electrician's Mate Steven Davis, from Turlock, hit the court with his Navy basketball team in the 2013 Warrior Games. The Navy took the bronze medal with a 49-18 loss to the Marine Corps in Clune Arena at the United States Air Force Academy. The Marines advanced to the gold medal game against Army. More than 200 wounded, ill and injured service members and veterans, as well as an international team representing the ...

Hughson hires new city manager

Raul L. Mendez, a former county administrator, has been hired as Hughson's new city manager by the Hughson City Council. Mendez will start June 17 at an annual salary of $113,175. He will be introduced to the public at the Hughson City Council meeting at 7 p.m. on May 28. Hughson has been without a permanent city manager since Feb. 4 when Bryan Whitemyer left to become Oakdale's city manager. Retired Modesto ...

Congress shall make no law...

And I wondered why people don't trust the government.

Fireworks to light up Turlock night sky

In a little over a month's time, Americans all around the country will sink their toes in summer grass and look up into a night sky illuminated by fireworks. Turlockers will be doing no different at this year's free community fireworks show, scheduled to be held on July 4 at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds.

Local students get Ag Edventure

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.

Pentathlon athletes bring home top honors

Denair Middle School seventh-grade students were big winners at The Stanislaus County Academic Pentathlon, held last Saturday in Modesto. The Pentathlon is a one-day, five-event competition for county seventh and eighth grade students. After weeks of coaching, studying and preparation, students gather and are tested on their knowledge in literature, math, science, social science, speech and essay writing. Other local seventh grade winners included Sarah Reedy (TJHS- silver ...

Nosy neighbor earns accolades for thwarting theft

The Turlock Police Department has awarded a commendation to a citizen for his pivotal role in apprehending three burglars.

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.

Cancer patients gear up for Relay for Life with Monkey Business

Local cancer survivors and their supporters are gearing up for Relay for Life. Emanuel Cancer Center kicked off Turlock's Relay for Life 2011 with "Take Two," a survivor reception and a special concert by their Monkey Business children's group.

Spring storms cause tree damage; sunny skies on their way

A spring storm ripped through the Central Valley this week, downing trees and causing temporary flooding in city streets.

Disrespect impetus for shooting, says DA investigator

The prosecution rested their case this week against two Turlock men standing accused of killing an aspiring rapper at a memorial barbecue, by presenting testimony to the two men's extensive gang history and the suspected motive behind the murder.

Unemployment remains high in Valley

The unemployment rate in Stanislaus County remained unchanged for the month of February, but more employers are looking for workers according to new data from the Economic Development Department.

Arlene Marie Lindskoog

Arlene Marie Johnson Lindskoog was born in May 1919 to Arthur and Lillie (Gustafson) Johnson in Albert City, Iowa and went to be with her Lord on March 15, 2011 at Emanuel Medical Center. Growing up on a farm in those years meant everyone was expected to share with the variety of jobs to be done, and Arlene was part of the team. She received her education in the local schools, graduating from Albert ...

Jeannine Price

Jeannine Price, 68, of Turlock passed away on March 15 at Emanuel Medical Center.

John Vincent Jurevich

John Jurevich, 54, of Turlock, died tragically in San Leandro. He was born in San Jose to Ivan and Jeannette Jurevich. He attended schools in Patterson and graduated from Patterson High School. Afterward, John attended Modesto Junior College. After completing his studies, he met and married his sweetheart and life partner, Toni Azevedo. They moved to Turlock in 1991. John and Toni were married for 26 years before his tragic death. John drove ...

Alberta M. Silva

Alberta Silva was born at home in Turlock on Sept. 25, 1922, to parents John and Mary Goularte. She passed away peacefully on March 15, 2011, at Turlock Nursing and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by love and prayer.

Manuel Dutra

Manuel Dutra, 92, of Hickman, passed away on March 18. He was born on Oct. 1, 1918 in Cedros, Faial, Azores. He was a dairyman for 60 years and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Our Lady of Fatima in Turlock. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Maria de Lourdes Dutra of Hickman; daughters, Irma Alexandina Maria Dutra of Porto, Portugual, Irma Maria de Lourdes Dutra of ...

Alberto M. Espinola

Alberto M. Espinola, 64, of Hilmar, passed away on March 19 in Hughson.