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Fun run helps feed hungry area families
Nutrition naturally would be necessary for a group of more than a hundred runners planning to cover just over 3.1 miles.
BMX park work day
After a rainy winter, it's almost time to shape up Turlock's BMX Bike Park.
Heart Health Month: Know your risk; get healthy; learn CPR
Gilbert Mora has always led an active life. He rides his bike every chance he gets, practices martial arts and, at 71 years of age, still goes to work five days a week.
Bees-iest time of the year
In the coming weeks millions of honey bees will be hard at work in Turlock area almond orchards, that is if Mother Nature cooperates with sunshine and mild temperatures. Earlier this month a week-long warm streak got some varieties of almond trees beginning to bloom, only to be halted again by a winter storm.
County island residents look at lighting tax
A dark county island in the heart of Turlock, rife with crime and safety issues, could soon be home to a new system of streetlights.
Relay for Life teams get a head start on fundraising
Turlock Relay for Life teams won't be walking for a cure until April, but fundraising for the event is in full swing. Teams are independently fundraising for the walk and Lisa Vorse, 2011 Relay chairperson, said the total fundraising goal is $200,000 this year.
USDA Farm Forecast predicts strong 2011
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) predicted the nation's net farm income will increase by about 20 percent in 2011.
Photographers capture precious memories in midst of sorrow
One of the most miraculous events on earth is the creation and birth of a human life. Nearly everyone has pictures or video of when their children were born and those precious moments are celebrated with wonder, happiness and hope for the future.
More Californians could be eligible for health insurance under reform, study finds
An estimated 4.7 million uninsured Californians will become eligible for insurance coverage when health care reform expansion laws take effect in 2014, according to a new report from the UCLA Center for Health
Foreclosures effect downtown owners’ association funding
Since its inception in 2003, the Turlock Downtown Property Owner's Association has facilitated programs geared toward revitalizing and improving the downtown area that have helped bring in new businesses and customers. But, with an uncertain economic future on the horizon, property and business owners alike will have to consider if they can continue to fund the association that has helped them grow.
Community discusses return of Hughson Chamber of Commerce, Fruit and Nut Festival
In 2008 the Hughson Chamber of Commerce held their last Fruit and Nut Festival, and shortly after they shut their doors. The chamber has been completely inactive since that time.
Freeway crash injures Turlock woman
A Turlock woman was seriously injured in a multiple vehicle collision on Highway 99 in Ceres on Thursday afternoon.
Celebrating Indian dance, culture
A kaleidoscope of color and movement filled the Main Stage Theatre at California State University, Stanislaus on Saturday during the Indian Student Association's (ISA) Culture Show.
TID to pay over $38,000 for damaged train
It was a train wreck of a happy ending for the Turlock Irrigation District on Tuesday.
A new face for Henry
The day after his eighth birthday, Henry Johnson was in surgery. This was not just the latest of a lifetime of reconstructive facial surgery, but a surgery that would give him a whole new face.
Articles by Section - Local
Lemonade Day sweet success
The weather was perfect for selling lemonade on Saturday, and helping local youth understand the importance of giving back while learning business principles. Among the dozens of young entrepreneurs who set up shop at locations around Turlock and the county for National Lemonade Day on Saturday, were Samantha Robison and Norah Frank. Frank and Robison, both first graders at Medeiros Elementary School, offered traditional lemonade and berry-flavored at their booth at Paramount ...
West Nile season around the corner
With the peak of summer just around the corner, the threat of West Nile virus in Turlock could become a serious reality, experts say. Although there hasn't been a reported case this year, there is a "definite chance" of possible incidents this summer, said Monica Patterson, vector biologist at the Turlock Mosquito Abatement District. WNV is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, and can infect people, horses, many types of ...
Road Work Report
Caltrans has construction and closures planned for the following areas this week:
Insurance agency turns 100, continues to give back to community
Name of business: Winton-Ireland Strom & Green
Cancer center serves up sundaes for National Survivors Day Celebration
Emanuel Cancer Center will be celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day on May 30 with a day-long ice cream social for cancer survivors. "More people than ever before are surviving the disease as a result of advances in prevention, early detection, treatment and follow-up care," said Michael Iltis, executive director of Emanuel Cancer Center. "In America alone, there are nearly 14 million people living with a history of cancer, and we want to celebrate that." ...
COMMUNITY: SYTTENDE MAI
The Garborg and Solheim lodges of the Sons of Norway held their annual Syttende Mai (May 17) celebration on Saturday at Donnelly Park in honor of the Norwegian Constitution Day. The two Central Valley lodges marked the National Day by flying the Norwegian flag, eating traditional dishes like lefse (a flatbread made of potato, cream and flour) and playing kubb. "Kubb is an old viking game that goes back 1,000 years. It's ...
Hundreds attend Safety Saturday event
Hilmar resident Jamie Carmona was one of the hundreds of parents who left the 3rd annual Safety Saturday event feeling a little more secure about the safety of her children. "This event is very important because it gives parents the essential tools in safety and child protection," said Carmona. "I learned how to properly install seat belts for my two younger children. I definitely plan on attending next year." Over 800 people ...
Toaster sparks fire
An unattended toaster is to blame for a house fire that caused an estimated $10,000 in damage, according to the Turlock Fire Department. The TFD said the fire could have been much worse if not for the quick actions of a neighbor. The fire was reported around 12:30 p.m. Friday in the 4600 block of McKenna Drive. The fire department said the toaster sparked a fire that set the counter and ...
Gusty winds prompt health caution
Local air pollution officials are issuing a health cautionary statement effective through Wednesday night, because of blowing dust resulting from gusty winds. The health caution is in effect for San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Madera, Tulare, Kings, Fresno, and the valley portion of Kern counties. Winds may produce areas of localized dust, which can result in unhealthy concentrations of particulate matter 10 microns and smaller. Exposure to particulate pollution can cause serious health problems, ...
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 ...
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.
County sees new low in unemployment
The ranks of unemployed people in Stanislaus County continue to dwindle as the area recorded a new low in the unemployment rate.
Crossroads senior pastor retires after 33 years at pulpit
The members of Crossroads church are praying for a new pastor, someone who can fill the shoes of the man who has guided their congregation for 33 years. Senior Pastor John Stensether was instrumental in the creation of Crossroads when he began his career. After 33 years, during which time he oversaw the beginnings of the church from the ground up, married generations of families and became an integral part of the community, ...
Wildlife center invites public to baby animal shower
The Stanislaus Wildlife Care Center is inviting the public to celebrate the birth of hundreds of wild animals with its annual Baby Animal Shower fundraiser on Saturday. The center cares for orphaned animals until they are old enough to be released back into the wild. The baby animal shower is one of the center's biggest fundraisers, and it is a way for the center to collect much-needed supplies. Summer ...
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