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Disaster assistance available for small businesses
Small, non-farm businesses in San Joaquin County and the neighboring counties of Alameda, Amador, Calaveras, Contra Costa, Sacramento and Stanislaus are now eligible to apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U. S. Small Business Administration. "These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by freezing temperatures that occurred in San Joaquin <span ...
County bus agency to hold public meeting about fare increases
The Stanislaus County Public Works Transit Division, administrators for the county's intercity bus system, Stanislaus Regional Transit or StaRT, will be holding a series of public information meetings to discuss a proposed fare increase to be effective Aug. 1.
Water group looks to build synergy
Local agencies are banding together to form a regional water management group in Stanislaus County – one of California's only populated areas not to have such a group – in hopes of obtaining millions in state water funds for local projects.
Egg farmers ask to join JS West in lawsuit
The Association of California Egg Farmers (ACEF), an industry association that represents 70 percent of California's egg farmers, filed an application to join JS West, a Modesto-based egg farming company, in a lawsuit against the State of California and the Humane Society of the United States.
Local business makes community service a priority
Every year Lancaster Painting donates labor and supplies to a family or nonprofit organization in need. They have done multiple projects for both the Stanislaus County Society for Handicapped Children and Adults and Westside Ministries.
Hashimoto takes helm at TID
After a six-month, international search for a new Turlock Irrigation District general manager, the Board of Directors decided the best candidate already had the job.
HEALTH: CPR SATURDAY
The American Red Cross held their 28th annual CPR Saturday this weekend, and the Stanislaus County office offered two-year certification classes for only $10. One certification location was California State University, Stanislaus, where Red Cross volunteers, including Turlock City Council member Amy Bublak, taught three-hour classes on CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED.) More than 150 people attended the Turlock classes, where they received two-year certifications in CPR ...
Local juniors win scholarships
The Distinguished Young Women of Turlock competition was held Saturday at the Turlock Community Auditorium and two local teens won top honors. Ashley Gomez was named North Turlock's Distinguished Young Woman of 2011 and Madison Patino won South Turlock's Distinguished Young Woman title.
Pedretti Field draws tourism dollars
Turlock will host a major softball tournament in August 2012, and the economic benefits for the town could be significant.
Japan quake shakes local man
A Central Valley man feels "good to be alive" today after witnessing firsthand the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that rocked Japan at 9:46 p.m. Pacific Standard Time on Thursday.
Gas prices on the rise
California gasoline prices have risen by 32 cents per gallon in the last 14 days and 15.5 cents per gallon in the past week alone, averaging $3.87 per gallon – 82.8 cents higher than a year ago – according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
Turlockers campaign for cancer screenings
Three Turlock community leaders have partnered with Emanuel Medical Center to encourage people to get colorectal screenings.
New fire chief sworn in
Tim Lohman officially became Turlock's newest fire chief during a ceremony at the City Council meeting Tuesday night.
Turlock Fire Department Fire Call Summary
Turlock Fire Department Fire Call Summary
County fair announces changes to livestock rules
The Stanislaus County Fair announced changes to livestock rules for the 2011 fair.
Articles by Section - Local
TID to purchase water from MID
Turlock farmers who are looking to finish out their 2013 crops but are worrying about the necessary water to do so, may be in luck. In a historic 4-1 decision, the Turlock Irrigation District Board of Directors approved a resolution that would authorize the purchase of up to 7,000 acre feet of surface water from neighboring Modesto Irrigation District. The purchased water will be available for interested farmers at $100 per acre ...
Hundreds mourn loss of P.E. teacher, track coach with memorial walk
Over 300 community members showed their love and support for the Howze family on Sunday with a mile and a half long candlelit memorial walk in honor of Sharon Howze. Howze, wife of former Turlock City Councilman Ted Howze, died on Saturday after she collapsed near the end of the Udder Run 5K event in Hilmar. The memorial walk began at the house of a family friend and ended at the Howze ...
Dominique Germann crowned District 6 Dairy Princess
Dominique Germann of Ceres was selected as the 2013-14 Dairy Princess for the California Milk Advisory Board's District 6. The crowning took place before a crowd of approximately 300 dairy industry members and their families and friends on June 1 at Our Lady of the Assumption Hall in Turlock. Retiring Dairy Princess Katie Migliazzo ended her reign by turning over the title to Dominique, and wished her well as she represents the California ...
Turlock farm to add seasonal ice skating rink
Wintertime in Turlock will bring with it cold weather, Christmas parades, grandma's hot apple pie and, an ice rink? On Thursday night, the Turlock Planning commission approved a permit by owner of R.A.M farms and director of the Turlock Irrigation District, Ron Macedo, to operate a seasonal produce stand, pumpkin patch and Christmas tree lot complete with a lighted 60 by 80 foot ice skating rink. <p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-pagination: ...
Local donut lovers celebrate national holiday
Whether it's glazed, jelly-filled, powdered, or frosted with sprinkles, donuts are one of the country's favorite sweet treats. On Friday, donuts lovers across America - and right here in Turlock - celebrated National Donut Day by partaking of the fried dough treats. Village Donuts owners Sien and Song Tan had their hands full on Friday as they prepared 50 dozen of the sugary treats. "We started baking our donuts since midnight. We ...
Merced County opens cooling centers
With temperatures expected to reach 107 degrees Saturday, several cooling centers will be open to help Merced County residents cope with the heat. The following locations will be available Saturday to be used as cooling centers if needed:
California dairies expect grim future
While the national economy seems to be on the road to recovery, dairy farmers in California are still on the decline. According to milk-production data released by the California Department of Food and Agriculture, the state's dairy farms lost $882 million in 2012. To put the numbers in perspective, a 1,000-cow dairy with an average per-cow annual production of 23,457 pounds lost ...
Air District offers help with lawn mower trade-ins
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District's well-received electric lawn mower program is back for another round.
TID 'gets serious' about water theft
Those who steal irrigation water will now face harsher fines, after the Turlock Irrigation District Board of Trustees on Tuesday approved a new resolution on unauthorized use of water. The resolution is an attempt to "put more teeth" into action taken against customers misusing water, said Mike Kavarian, TID water distribution manager. "We're taking this very seriously," said Kavarian. "It is a short water year and we don't want people taking advantage ...
Road Work Report
Caltrans has construction and closures planned for the following areas this week:
A fresh take on gyros
Type of business: Restaurant Location: 3160 Countryside Dr., Turlock Hours of operation: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday Contact info: 668-7200 History of business: Owner Solomon Sarhadi started Gyros & More back in 2008, after spending 21 years working for the fast food giant Carl's Jr. After over two decades of ...
Local dentist offers free care on Saturday
A smile is worth a million bucks. Well, for local dentist Robert A. McCulla and his clinic, a beautiful smile is on the house. On Saturday, McCulla and his staff will be hosting the inaugural "Dentistry From the Heart," where licensed dental professionals will be offering complimentary dental services to 75 members of the community. The treatments will include free cleaning, whitening, extraction and filling for any community member in need ...
Wanted: Memories of dad
Do you and your dad share a love of classic cars or Adam Sandler movies? Is your dad the best - or worst - cook in your family? Share your favorite memory of dad and a photo in the Turlock Journal's Father's Day edition. Email memories and photos to khacker@turlockjournal.com by June 12.
June marks rise in temps
Summer began with the year's first heat wave this week - and it's only going to get hotter as the month goes on.
Witnesses relive shock of freight train derailing
Train service has resumed through Denair and a massive construction effort is quickly picking up the pieces of a multi-car freight train derailment that occurred Sunday evening - however, for witnesses, the event is still emblazoned in their memories. Alan Bernikoff and a friend were stopped in a car at the railroad crossing gates on Main Street in Denair when they saw the train come "barreling through." Bernikoff said he witnessed the train ...
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