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Carnegie bid $2.4 million less than expected
The proposed reconstruction of the Carnegie Arts Center now looks like it will cost less than the Turlock City Council ever imagined, as the lowest bid submitted tallied just $5.3 million, more than $2 million less than the $7.7 million in funding identified for the project in October 2007.
Youth football league investigation continues
The investigation into the embezzlement charges against two former Turlock Youth Football officials is still ongoing and police say it could be a significant time before any determination of wrongdoing, if any, is made.
TID offers cool way to save energy
Turlock Irrigation District customers with the sort of outdated heating and cooling systems that make electricity meters spin and budget-conscious homeowners cringe are now eligible for rebates that could make purchasing a new air conditioner a bit more palatable.
Former mayors get bestowed with namesake parks
Anyone who wants a park in the city of Turlock to bare their name might have to wait a while for the honor. At the Turlock Parks, Recreation and Community Commission meeting on June 10 the name "Dale Pinkney Park" was suggested for the last un-named park in Turlock.
First confirmed case of H1N1 influenza reported in Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County Public Health officials received confirmation on Friday from the state laboratory of a positive novel H1N1 case in the county. The affected county resident is a 22-year-old female who did not require hospitalization.
Hilmar Eagle Scout works on play park
Anthony Sarment, 14, recently achieved the highest rank possible in Boy Scouts of America, the rank of Eagle Scout. Sarment completed a project of re-finishing and painting the children's play park at Donnelly Park. The project took 35 people over 127 man hours to complete.
Year’s first case of West Nile virus in Stanislaus County
A dead American crow, found in Modesto, has tested positive for the mosquito-borne West Nile virus.
Tuesday flea market a bargain shopper’s paradise
Why is a flea market called a flea market? That might sound like the beginning of a bad joke, but it is a valid question. The Turlock Tuesday Flea Market features everything from live bunny rabbits to used gardening tools, but there is not a single flea for sale.
Thieves steal priceless mementos from cancer-stricken child
It's a sad fact of life that Dylan Givargiznia has come accustomed to bad news. When he was 6-years-old Dylan was hit with the life-altering news that he had a rare form of leukemia. Since then he has been on a roller coaster of remissions and reoccurrences that have taken him in and out of the hospital. Now, the 10-year-old boy is dealing with the news that his prognosis has worsened and his odds of ...
Unions call for changes in wake of prison guard’s death
As the one year anniversary of Jose Rivera's death approaches, prison guard unions are stepping up the pressure for reforms within the Bureau of Prisons and for new safety regulations.
Program helps teens realize their leadership potential
Toni Deguire has been a member of the Teen Advisory Council since fall of 2004, when she was in eighth grade. Deguire graduated from Pitman High School earlier this month and ended her five year membership with the council. She said that being a member of the Teen Advisory Council helped her to realize her leadership potential and become more involved.
H1N1 cases reported in Stanislaus and Merced counties
Stanislaus and Merced counties have reported two probable cases each of the H1N1 virus, while the global community prepares for a pandemic.
Irrigation water lessened by federal decision
California's farmers could be hard hit by a biological opinion issued by the National Marine Fisheries Service on Thursday, which calls for pumping operations in the Central Valley Project and the California State Water Project to be changed.
Lawsuit filed over guard’s fatal stabbing
The family of Jose Rivera, the prison guard stabbed to death by two inmates, has filed a lawsuit against the Bureau of Prisons alleging poor management and unsafe working conditions contributed to his death.
Free meals available to students through summer
Low-income students in the Turlock Unified School District can continue to receive free lunch even when school is out for summer break. TUSD offers the Summer Food Service Program to any child under the age of 18 during the months of June and July at select school locations.
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Multiple factors in bee colony decline, finds report
A U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency report released Thursday states there are multiple factors playing a role in honey bee colony declines, including parasites and disease, genetics, poor nutrition and pesticide exposure.
Hilmar rallies for cancer society
The second annual Hilmar Relay for Life attracted 709 participants to McSweeney Field on Saturday and raised $158,990 for cancer research through team fundraising and the sale of raffle tickets and food items during the event. Combined with last year's efforts, Hilmar's Relay for Life events have pulled in more than $340,000 in two years. In its inaugural year, the Hilmar event won four awards and received special recognition from the American Cancer ...
Veterans focus of job fair
An upcoming job fair is hoping to put more veterans to work. Of the nearly 2 million California veterans, about 200,000 of them are unemployed, according to the California Employment Development Department. The unemployment rate among younger veterans was particularly high last year. In veterans age 20 to 24, the unemployment rate was 37.1 percent in 2011, more than double the 17.6 percent rate of comparably aged nonveterans. The EDD is hosting ...
TID stretches energy efficiency with rebate programs
Last year, the Turlock Irrigation District had little success attaining greater levels of energy efficiency through its rebate programs. The district fell short of its proposed goal - to attain 12 gigawatt hours in savings - due to a lack of customer participation. This year, TID isn't backing down, and is generating or upgrading new programs that are intended to meet the district's new energy efficiency goals of 9,285 megawatt hours. "We've ...
Frantz: Helping Valley gardens grow
Name of business: Frantz Garden Center Type of business: Nursery Location: 12879 Riverview Rd., Hickman Hours of operation: Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. History of business: A family's love for gardening has evolved into one of the most successful nurseries in Stanislaus County. The Frantz family began their wholesale nursery in 1979 with only 1.5 acres of ...
Denham honors next generation of military leaders
As high school seniors prepare to tackle the next phase in their lives, four area students were honored for making service to their country at the highest level their next challenge. U.S. Representative Jeff Denham (R-Turlock) held a reception for the U.S. Service Academy appointees from the 10th District on Tuesday, including Turlock High School senior Adam Groesbeck. Groesbeck will have short summer, and is expected to begin his boot camp training ...
Gusty winds prompt health caution
Local air pollution officials are issued a health cautionary statement effective through Wednesday morning because of localized blowing dust associated with gusty winds throughout the Valley. This includes the counties of San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare and the Valley portion of Kern counties, with winds especially strong in the northern and western portions of the Valley. Blowing dust can result in unhealthy concentrations of particulate matter 10 microns and smaller. Exposure ...
Farmers market turns over a new leaf
Since it was revived in 2010, the Turlock Certified Farmers' Market has continued to grow, adding new vendors, features - and for the 2013 season, a new location and manager. In March 2013, the market requested to move its operation to S. Broadway between A and W. Main streets, just one block away from its previous position on Broadway from W. Olive Avenue to Market Street. The new spot will alleviate traffic and ...
Walmart, United Samaritans team up to fight hunger
Every day, across the country, people are struggling to put food on their tables. That's why Walmart and the United Samaritans Foundation are giving back to the community by partnering up to fight hunger together.
City, students branch out to honor Arbor Day
Where would Turlock be without trees? According to the City of Turlock's Parks and Recreation Department, the answer is a desolate wasteland. Trees control climate changes, preserve warmth, and supply two of life's greatest necessities, food and oxygen. In honor of National Arbor Day, the City of Turlock planted trees at a local park to maintain a green presence and uphold its 22-year designation as a "Tree City USA." On Friday morning, ...
The best the county has to offer
One of the best things about the Stanislaus County Fair is the opportunity to see the varied talents of county residents on display. While the fair is still four months away, Exhibitor Handbooks are now available and offer information on how to enter items for judging. Exhibits include: homemade beer and wine, horticulture, floriculture, home arts, photography, and many more. Exhibitors can download a copy of the exhibitor handbook, which lists exhibits ...
Neon Night Run brings disco to 5k race
Demetrius Snaer has memories that live among the afro puffs and big-collared shirts of the disco era, but he swears that wasn't his motivation. He and business partner Dale Hancock simply wanted to liven up a 5-kilometer race in such a way that it was fresh and fun for the entire family. "Dale will say that I came up with that idea," Snaer said with a chuckle, "because I'm the old one ...
Hughson woman earns Senior Award
Hughson resident Judy Ledermann was named the 2013 Senior Award Winner for Supervisorial District 2, announced the Stanislaus County Commission on Aging. Ledermann was nominated for the award for her community service, humanitarianism and leadership. She is a "good neighbor" who visits folks who are ill or home-bound and generates warmth and caring to all she comes into contact with. Ledermann is a member of the Samaritan Village Residents Council, a liaison ...
FEASTIVAL OF FUN
The 8th Annual Taste of Turlock FEASTival brought local eateries, live entertainment and kids activities together for downtown fun on Saturday.
Work slated for Sante Fe intersection
Commuters who travel through the Santa Fe Avenue intersection off of Hatch Road may find something other than the railway to slow their trip within the next couple months. Stanislaus County is preparing to make improvements to the intersection in an attempt to ease traffic flow for the busy intersection, as well as install new medians. "That road is pretty rough," said County Survey and Right-of-Way Manager Brian Borum. "We are hopeful ...
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