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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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Foster families provide safe haven when parents can’t
Erik and Anne Hansen's home has the chaotic atmosphere that comes with having three small children. On a recent evening, Leif and Austin (both 5) were busy playing with the toy train under the family's Christmas tree, while Emma (14 months) was learning how to walk for the very first time under the watchful eyes of Erik and Anne. After the train lost its appeal, the boys ran into the playroom to start ...
Clean air innovations get funding boost
An emission-reducing raisin tray burning system, a natural gas conversion kit for locomotive engines, and an all-electric agricultural sprayer are just a few of the new technologies being developed with the goal of improving air quality in the Central Valley.
NORAD to track Santa’s trip from North Pole
The Continental Air Defense Command will be keeping a close eye on Santa's sleigh tonight and so can you.
Almond Board announces filing deadline for several positions
The Almond Board of California announced Jan. 20 as the deadline for filing nomination petitions for one independent grower member and alternate position on the board of directors for the Almond Board of California. Each candidate must be a grower and must submit a petition signed by at least 15 independent growers of almonds (verified by the Almond Board) in order to be considered for the position. The petition must state the position for which ...
Report finds graduated driver licensing could save lives
The "Allstate Foundation License to Save Report," developed in conjunction with the National Safety Council, shows that if California implemented comprehensive graduated driver licensing laws an estimated 133 lives and $910 million could be saved annually. Nationally, if all states implemented comprehensive GDL laws, an estimated 2,000 lives and $13.6 billion could be saved per year.
A special delivery
Santa and his elves visited Elness Convalescent Center last week to deliver handmade afghans to all of the residents. The 99 afghans took Kiwanis Club of Turlock member Donna Oppelt a total of 990 hours to make. This is the third year the Kiwanis Club donated handmade items to local long-term care residents.
Light up our temple, dad
My two kids Sonny and Sonia woke up one morning and told me they wanted to ask me to do something and said they would help if I agreed. They asked me if I would put lights up at our new temple so it would brighten up the temple for the holidays. I told them it was a great idea as long as they helped. Sonny would go help me with the lights for ...
Tied with love
Young members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Turlock First Ward spread Christmas cheer at the Emanuel Medical Center Mary Stuart Rogers Birthing Center on Tuesday. The girls, ages 8 to 11, quilted a blanket to give to the first baby born on Christmas Day. The blanket included a card that said "tied with loving hands and bound with tender care." Their blanket was part of a service project for their ...
Turlock sees increase in business visitors
The Turlock Convention and Visitors Bureau took a look back at a year of programs at the Dec. 13 City Council meeting, and announced its goals for 2012. The CVB is responsible for tourism and marketing in the City of Turlock with the goal of enhancing the economy by bringing more visitors to Turlock. It works in conjunction with the Turlock Chamber of Commerce and the City of Turlock. The Turlock general fund ...
Library, recreation department offer activities for kids during winter break
The sounds of children taking advantage of the mild December weather can be heard throughout Turlock, as school is out for winter break. While this two-week vacation is the highlight of many youths' winter, parents are often left trying to figure out how to keep kids busy - and out of their hair - for the short academic break. The Stanislaus County Library system is offering several free, local opportunities to get ...
Yes, Turlock, there is a Santa Claus
If I ever had any doubt of the continued existence of Christmas spirit, it was finally put to rest on Saturday night. This weekend I was fortunate enough to ride along with Santa and his elves on a vintage 1955 fire engine spreading holiday cheer through the neighborhoods of Turlock. What I learned on my very cold, but enlightening ride with St. Nick was that Turlock truly does still have that small-town feel ...
Local food program serves 8,000 this holiday season
More than 2,000 low-income local families will not have to worry about food for the holiday season thanks to the generosity of the community and Turlock Together program. Hundreds of volunteers from area organizations donated their time and good will Tuesday during the holiday food giveaway held at the Turlock Fruit Company. Families received enough perishable and boxed food to last two weeks and about 6,000 toys were given to needy children. <p ...
Karate in Keyes teaches disciplines that aids in class
KEYES - Evening karate lessons held three times a week in Keyes have inspired about 100 students to aspire to better discipline and motivation. "It's taken off like wildfire," said Ed Persike, a black belt instructor from Ceres who started the program in an effort to reduce crime in the county. "We're growing. The PAL people have reported that it's the most successful PAL program that they've ever had." About three months ...
Hughson's Valley Glen enjoying brisk sales
Remember new home construction and model homes? A thing of the past in today's economy? Not in Hughson where the sound of hammers is echoing behind two model homes of Florsheim Home's Valley Glen subdivision. The models opened in April and of the 41 lots available, 25 are sold. "We're doing really good," said Ruby Ruvalcaba, a sales agent for the models located at 1901 Tully Rd., opposite Rolland Starn Park. <p ...
Healthy holiday travel tips
Here are some tips to make sure you reach your destination this holiday season without contracting a nasty cold or the flu.
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