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Local pet store accused of animal cruelty
A long-time pet store in Turlock is being investigated on allegations of animal cruelty. "There is an open investigation on an animal complaint at The Pet Shop," said Turlock Police spokesperson Sgt. Nino Amirfar. "There have been allegations of animal cruelty." Brian Trask, a local dog owner, said he gave a statement to a Turlock Animal Control officer about his experiences with The Pet Shop in May. Trask said he was called by a groomer ...
Six days to digital TV
Turlockers who make use of analog broadcast television were granted a four-month reprieve when the transition to digital TV was postponed from Feb. 17 to June 12, but the new cutoff date for analog broadcast television is now just six days away.
School’s out for summer but kids can find activities at camp
School is out for many elementary school students around Turlock, and parents are looking for something fun and safe for their children to do for the summer. The City of Turlock Recreation Division is offering summer camps for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade.
Passports now needed to return from Mexico, Canada
Americans planning a summer vacation to the Caribbean islands, Bermuda, Canada, or Mexico now might need to make a stop at their local passport office before hitting the road.
Program brings fresh food to seniors
Low-income senior citizens in Stanislaus county can get free produce from local farmers' markets through a program sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Chamber a champ at political advocacy
The Turlock Chamber of Commerce garnered statewide recognition earlier this month, as the California Chamber of Commerce bestowed the President's Circle award on the local chamber.
Canal Drive roadwork kicks off
Canal Drive, long known as Turlock's bumpiest road, is getting a much-needed makeover this year, which should result in a newly paved, easy to drive, east-west thoroughfare.
Lawsuit filed against city, ex-cop for half million
The Turlock teenager who claimed she was sexually assaulted by former Turlock police officer Jorge Cruz has filed a lawsuit against the city and is seeking $500,000 for pain and suffering.
Mosquito districts bitten by court decision, reduced tax dollars
Just as California enters the most dangerous time of the year for mosquito and West Nile virus outbreaks, mosquito abatement districts around the state are finding their ability to fight the pests hampered by new restrictions on mosquito sprays and reduced funding from the state.
Turlock company wins small business award
Jack Wilkey doesn't like to talk about his own achievements. When asked about his community involvement he can rattle off an impressive list - with a little help from the memory of his wife, Pat - of organizations that he has contributed to or been involved in over the years. But when he describes those organizations he talks about the good that they do, and not the good that he has done for them.
Country blaze burns hay, vehicles
A fire sparked by a welding torch burned through several junk cars and hay bales before firefighters were able to contain it.
Local autistic children try their hands at ranching
"Look mom, I'm really holding him!" said Connor Smith as he snuggled a rabbit. The 12-year-old Ceres boy was one of 22 area children with Autism that took part in A Day on the Farm, a one-day camp sponsored by the Society for Handicapped Children and Adults to introduce young people to activities typically seen on a horse ranch.
New beginnings for Turlock Poker Room
An era will come to an end at 7 a.m. Monday when the Turlock Poker Room will forever shutter the doors of its West Main and Locust streets card house, where it has continuously operated since opening on June 1, 2004.
Local poker players ante up with the big gals
As 1,060 of the best female poker players in the world gathered at the Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Sunday to kick off the Ladies World Championship - event 17 of the World Series of Poker - six patrons of the Turlock Poker Room were counted among their ranks.
Public transportation hub rolls forward
The Turlock Planning Commission kept plans moving to construct a new public transportation hub during their Thursday night meeting, voting 6-1 in favor of the $1.75 million development.
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State records first flu death of season
News of the first influenza related death in California this year is prompting public health officials to urge residents to get a flu shot. The victim is an adult male in his late 30s from Kern County. "This death is a somber reminder that the flu can be a serious and even deadly disease," said Dr. Ron Chapman, director of the California Department of Public Health and state public health officer. "I encourage ...
Realtors to learn self-defense for on-the-job safety
Foreclosed homes aren't just enticing to homebuyers. The vacant properties make easy targets – and makeshift homes – for vandals, vagrants, and lawbreakers. Those house guests represent a real threat to realtors around the nation, murdering, robbing, and raping tens each year. "Walking in on someone unexpectedly is scary and dangerous," said Kris Klair, broker/owner of EXIT Realty Consultants in Turlock. It's not just foreclosed homes which draw criminals; open houses ...
Atwater couple’s ‘gift of God’ is Turlock’s first birth of 2012
Yarely Contreras and Rogelio Rodriguez of Atwater rang in the New Year by welcoming their first child - and the first baby born in 2012 in Turlock. Matthew Rodriguez was born at 6:48 a.m. on Sunday. He weighed in at 7 pounds, 8 ounces and was 20.7 inches long. The New Year's birth was somewhat of a surprise to the couple. Contreras' due date was Dec. 29. "I thought it was ...
Local cyclist makes it to China in worldwide trip
One Turlocker's quest to complete a bike ride around the world has taken her all the way to China in just a little over a year, she told the Journal Monday. Erin Nelson, an 18-year-old Turlocker at the time of her Nov. 6, 2010 departure, said she has now biked 12,000 miles in the past year and two months. During that time, she has visited "about" 21 countries, she said, trekking through ...
'Three Little Pigs' delight local kids
Dozens of children and families gathered at the Turlock Library on Wednesday for presentations from the Sacramento-based Puppet Art Theatre. Puppeteer Rachel Malin performed "Three Little Pigs" at two separate shows. The shows were sponsored by Friends of Turlock Library.
Merced Sheriff’s Posse pays homage to Roy Rogers in Rose Parade
The Merced County Sheriff's Posse will be prancing down the streets of Pasadena come Monday as they take part in the 123rd annual Rose Parade. The 13 riders and their palomino horses will be part of a larger group paying homage to one of the most famous cowboys - Roy Rogers, in recognition of his 100th birthday. The Merced County Sheriff's Posse was formed in 1948 and consists of all volunteer riders. ...
Year in review
New beginnings Six years of planning, fundraising, lobbying and hoping came to fruition in September when the Carnegie Arts Center reopened with a grand affair. The newly rebuilt Carnegie features gallery and retail spaces, a multi-use facility, classrooms, an open-air plaza, patio and stage. The design also incorporates some of the salvaged material from the original structure. The original Carnegie building was opened in 1916 and served for decades as ...
Accident claims life of sheriff’s crime scene tech
A Stanislaus County Sheriff's crime scene investigator was killed Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle while collecting evidence at the scene of a drive-by shooting in Hughson. Mary Donahou, 46, of Ceres was rushed to a nearby hospital following the accident, but the head injuries she sustained proved fatal and she was pronounced dead shortly after the early morning collision. Stanislaus County Sheriff Adam Christianson made the sad announcement of ...
Turlocker’s rare skills bring shine to jewelry design
Everyone knows diamonds are extremely rare, but exactly how rare are they? To find a single one-carat diamond you would have to sift through 100 to 250 one-ton dump trucks full of earth. In the world of fine jewelry design there is something just as rare - a true "jeweler." Turlock's Vail Creek Fine Jewelry Designs is home to one of these elusive gems - Don Fernandes. The lifelong Turlocker is the ...
First Day Hikes offers free entrance to state parks
Looking for a good reason to take it easy on New Year's Eve? For the first time, state parks across the nation are hosting free, guided First Day Hikes on New Year's Day, offering hikers an up-close and personal look at the country's natural and historic treasures. The tradition of First Day Hikes originated at a state park in Milton, Mass. 20 years ago, when a park ranger wanted to promote year-round healthy ...
Traditions abound in celebrating the new year
In the dark, first minutes of each Jan. 1, the new year is welcomed with the explosions of fireworks in many cities around the country. The noisemaking stems from an ancient belief that scaring away evil spirits is necessary for a happy new year. A relatively recent tradition adopted by many cities is "First Night" community festivities on Dec. 31. Designed to be less rowdy and more family-friendly, the focus is on local culture, ...
Board games family-friendly holiday fun
Drinking and Dick Clark aren't the only two ways to pass time until that glistering ball drops in New York City. This New Year's Eve, why not while away the hours playing a board game? If you've been stuck on Monopoly and Clue, you'll be amazed at how far board games have come in the last 20 years. European influences have crept into mainstream American board gaming, creating games which somehow offer ...
Ringing in the New Year in Turlock
New Year's Eve comes just once a year – and maybe just once more period, if you believe in Mayan prophecies. For those Turlockers looking to celebrate the end of 2011 with a bang, several local bars and restaurants will be offering special celebrations on New Year's Eve. Two Guys' Red Brick Cafe will host a New Year's Bash, opening at 7 p.m. with drink specials and appetizers. A ticket – $10 ...
Creating a viable, long-term plan for TID
TID Board of Director President Michael Frantz shares his views on 2011, 2012: Journal: What successes did TID have in 2011? Frantz: We hired a new general manager with extensive knowledge of district operations; we were blessed with a great water year; and we have made substantial progress on building our power plant expansion, Almond Plant #2. This large project has been ongoing for several years, and is on budget and on schedule. ...
Satisfaction often lacking in gift giving, says professor
Buying the perfect gift isn't just a challenge to holiday shoppers across the country – it's also an intriguing question for economists. When shoppers buy gifts for others, they oftentimes buy the wrong thing, leading to a $14 billion annual hit in "wasted" money, according to Joel Waldfogel, University of Minnesota, Carlson School professor of economics and author of the book "Scroogenomics." "The problem, generically, is that when one is compelled to ...
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