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A unique women's clothing store
Name of business: Cindy's DooDads
Hilmar woman on a roll with sweepstakes winnings
Mariah Vitoria doesn't consider herself lucky.
Grants help Turlock non-profits provide health care, lunch program
The United Samaritans Foundation's Daily Bread lunch truck program is starting out the new year with a much-needed financial boost, thanks to Kaiser Permanente.
IRS offers tips for year-end giving
Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind some key tax provisions that have taken effect in recent years, especially those affecting donations of clothing and household items and monetary donations.
Blankets off to storm victims
A truckload of donated blankets is making its way to Hurricane Sandy devastated New York residents from Stanislaus County thanks in part to area churches and Casey Moving Systems of Ceres.
Eastern Star returns to Turlock
After 20 years of being in the midst of obscurity, one of Turlock's original clubs is ready to make a triumphant return to its community.
State Parks offer First Day Hikes
Looking for an outdoor getaway for New Year's? America's state park systems across the nation will sponsor over 500 guided First Day Hikes on New Year's Day 2013, offering hikers an up-close and personal look at the country's natural beauty.
Economic growth, gun violence, new leaders top news of 2012
A long-awaited economic recovery began to take shape in 2012, with major businesses breaking ground throughout the year.
Local coin collector cashes out $4,000 penny
Four thousand dollars may not be pocket change for most Turlock residents, but for one lucky local man and coin collector, this was just the case. A rare 1992-D MS62RB NGC close "AM" Lincoln Memorial penny was sold recently on eBay for $4,051.99.
Fatal wreck claims life of 9-year-old
A 9-year-old Turlock boy travelling with family for the holidays was killed in a solo vehicle crash along Interstate 15 in San Bernardino County.
Steven Ames new Alliance VP of Economic Development
Steven Ames, a marketing and economic development expert from Iowa, has been named the new Senior Vice President and Director of Economic Development at the Stanislaus Economic and Workforce Alliance.
International grocery store best kept café secret
Name of business: Blansh International Wholesale Foods
Arbor Day Foundation offers free trees for the New Year
Residents of California can ring in the New Year with five free crape myrtle trees by joining the Arbor Day Foundation any time during January 2013.
Music to give by
Salvation Army bell ringer Burt Gilpin got a little help from his grandson and a few musical friends to make spirits brighter on Christmas Eve in front of the Raley's supermarket.
Livingston church comes together for Mochi Tsuki
Every December for the past 36 years, members of the Livingston United Methodist Church spend a day recreating a Japanese New Year's tradition - Mochi Tsuki, or rice pounding.
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Carnegie thrives in revived Turlock arts scene
When Lisa McDermott looks around the Carnegie Arts Center, she can't help but smile and feel slightly justified.
Colors of kindness
While the Lancaster Painting team is well versed in catering to customers' needs year-round, there is one special client each year that the company especially looks forward to: the Paint it Forward winner.
Pesticide manufacturer makes buzz worthy donation to California bees
In the heart of the state that dominates the global production of almonds, the Central Valley is known to welcome an influx of honeybee colonies just in time for almond orchard bloom each year.
Modesto job fair aims to connect unemployed with companies looking to hire
Central Valley residents looking for jobs need not look far as HIREvent will be hosting a job fair in Modesto in March with a host of employers and opportunities available including full-time, part-time, and seasonable positions.
Gospel mission, neighbors talk over concerns
Poet Robert Frost said good fences make good neighbors. For the residents of S. Boardway, First, D and C streets, they would be pleased if people quit urinating and defecating in their yards.
Girl Scouts prepare for cookie season
It's that time of year where local Girl Scout troops across the nation will post up in front of storefronts to sell their most precious products: cookies.
County awarded grant for at-risk youth
Local law enforcement and youth-oriented service groups are getting a major financial boost in keeping kids off drugs and out of gangs, with a newly awarded federal grant.
CALIFORNIA FRUIT & NUT REVIEW
Pruning and shredding were the month's main reported activities, as well as application of pre-emergence herbicides on nut trees, and fumigating for replanting. The export of stored table grapes had mostly ended. Kiwifruit continued to be packed and exported for domestic and foreign markets. Avocados were harvested. Persimmons continued to be harvested and sold at roadside stands. Minimal damage from mid-month cold temperatures was reported in a few isolated spots. The sale of stored nuts continued to be dominated by domestic markets.
Her Royal Highness offers romantic twist on antiques
Name of Business: Her Royal Highness – Vintage Chic
Prodigal Sons and Daughters partners with TUSD, Carnegie for positive projects for youth
Where can local students go when they are suspended for using drugs or alcohol? Now, they can head to the Prodigal Sons and Daughters teen center due to a new partnership with the Turlock Unified School District.
Guest helps battle Turlock motel fire
A fire at a Turlock motel was kept from spreading to adjoining rooms by the quick reactions of a guest and a garden hose.
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