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Storms bring an abundance of water
Despite all the rain recently, there is no need to build an ark just yet. Turlock Irrigation District representatives have said the dam will hold and even though there is a huge supply of water, there is no fear of flooding.
Turlock boy born with multiple heart defects
James and Monica Woods were faced with a parents' worst nightmare. Their beautiful baby boy was born with health problems - and not just one or two problems, but a list of abnormalities that affect his ability to pump blood through his body.
Red Cross hosts military resource fair
Everyone knows the American Red Cross responds to disasters, providing emergency shelter, food and medical services to those in need. But few know the Red Cross is also a key support organization for America's servicemen and women and their families.
City water customers on metered billing as of Jan. 1
Beginning in January, all City of Turlock utility customers will be billed for water based on actual water consumption, as indicated by their water meter.
Fair prepares for centennial celebration
Since 1911, the Stanislaus County Fair, formerly known as the Turlock Melon Carnival, has highlighted the county's agricultural heritage while providing traditional family fun throughout its 10-day run. In July, the fair will not only bring sweet summer relief with its cornucopia of events, but also a special celebration in honor of the fair's 100-year anniversary.
Shoppers flock to stores day after Christmas
Nary a parking space was to be found near Turlock's Target, Wal-Mart, or Kohl's on Sunday. Some visitors to Modesto's Vintage Faire Mall found themselves driving in circles for 10 or 20 minutes, waiting with bated breath for an already-packed SUV to back away from a coveted spot.
Saving animals second nature to Turlock angel
Brenda Sherwood said it all started when she was five years old. She was with her family when she noticed a 10-week-old kitten with a severe eye injury. She begged her family to help the kitten but they could not take the kitten in.
Turlockers give more this holiday season
Despite the down economy - or maybe because of it - Turlockers seemed to find a couple of extra dollars this holiday season to give to those in need.
AAA offers free ride home on New Year’s Eve
AAA will offer its Tipsy Tow service to drinking drivers from 6 p.m. on New Year's Eve until 6 a.m. on New Year's Day in Northern California, Nevada and Utah. Drivers, potential passengers, party hosts, bartenders and restaurant managers can call (800) 222-4357 (AAA-HELP) for a free tow home of up to ten miles. Just tell the AAA operator, "I need a Tipsy Tow," and a truck will be on its ...
Local soldier receives ‘Quilt of Honor’
Army Sgt. Brian Evans, 25, knew something was afoot when his parents told him to put on his uniform Thursday morning.
17-month-old joins family at home in Turlock for first time
When Christmas morning dawns at the Lairson's home, the greatest gift won't be nestled under the tree. Instead he'll be sleeping in a crib in a room down the hallway with a ventilator rhythmically rising and falling and a nurse watching over him.
NORAD tracks Santa’s Christmas Eve journey
The wait is over. Santa has begun his journey delivering presents to children around the world. His one-day trek across the globe started at midnight and will continue through to the wee hours of the morning.
Road closed due to sink hole
A sink hole has caused the temporary closing of Jennings Road between Monte Vista and West Main Street.
Libraries offer free theater shows for children
Stanislaus County Libraries are looking to help parents keep children busy during the - sometimes too long - winter break. There will be three free events held next week in Modesto, Turlock and Salida.
Almond Board seeks director nominations
The Almond Board of California is looking to fill two positions on their board of directors.
Articles by Section - Local
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 ...
Local woman wins Boy Scout Honor Award
The Boy Scouts of America is known to be one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based organizations for young boys over the course of a century, and has helped build education and humility through their participants by combining hand-on activities with responsibility. And though the Boy Scouts of America is about helping to form the next generation of young men, it is often the women who play an active role in ...
Almonds voted top nut in state
Almond Board representatives recently announced the results of an online contest in which KGO radio broadcast proclaimed almonds as the winner of the nut category in the State of California. California is the country's leading producer of tree nuts, and has produced nearly 27 million tons of nuts in 2012 alone, increasing its production by 4 percent since 2011. According to the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center, nearly 90 percent of each year's nut ...
Glitz: Boutique fashion at affordable prices
Name of business: Glitz Fine Clothing Type of business: Clothing store Location: 306 E. Main St. Contact info: 664-9737 Hours of operation: Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. History of business: When Lisa Espinola bought Glitz from a family member in 2011, her goal was to change the way people shop - without having to spend an arm ...
Road Work Report
Caltrans has construction and closures planned for the following areas this week:
Turlock readies for mosquito season
As spring turns to summer, members of the Turlock community are being told to gear up for mosquito season. As of last week, the Turlock Mosquito Abatement District has observed increased activity in adult mosquitoes near the Turlock community. Though mosquito season has just begun, District officials are wary of the current activity following last year's devastating outbreak, which soared across Stanislaus County, reaching record infection levels, according to the Centers for ...
Marine unit delivers burgers, smiles to Japanese orphans
NAGOMI ORPHANAGE, OKINAWA, Japan - As part of the Marine Corps' force in readiness for the Asia-Pacific region, the Marines and Sailors of Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, are expected to be ready for anything. For this occasion, they were ready to play. Twenty-one service members and a few family members donated part of their Saturday to play with local orphans and provide an American-style barbecue on Saturday. For a variety ...
Remote race to benefit victims of Boston bombings
Tracy Crane has organized memorial races, uniting the heavy-hearted in a common cause. She also completed 100 miles in February to commemorate the 100th month of her daughter's diagnosis with diabetes, raising money and awareness with each footfall. When life gets tough and overwhelming, Crane, a certified run coach and burgeoning race coordinator, does what she knows best. She runs. Not away from the problem, but directly at it. "Fortunately I have a way of ...
Homeless shelters close for season
Warmer weather has finally arrived in the Valley - just in time for those who now have no option left but to sleep on the streets. The Turlock Gospel Mission's winter relief ministry for women and children and the We Care cold weather shelter for men both closed for the season last week. TGM's winter relief gave shelter to 1,580 (99 individual women and children) over its five month season from mid-November to ...
Drug take back on Saturday
The Turlock Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host a drug drop off event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, as part of National Take Back Day. Individuals can drop off potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs at the Turlock Police Department, located at 900 N. Palm St. The service is free and anonymous, and no questions will be asked. Last September, Americans turned in 244 tons of ...
Turlock prepares to feel the love
A Valley-wide demonstration of love is set for Saturday as hundreds of volunteers will take to their city streets and neighborhoods to clean, paint, rebuild and repair. The second annual Love Turlock event is expected to draw at least 1,200 volunteers, said organizer Craig Brooks. While volunteers will be working on projects for a few nonprofit organizations, the focus this year is on helping individuals and families. "We want people connecting with ...
Premo’s proposal: Pit salmon welfare against land-based endangered species
Ever since the State Water Resources Control Board weighed a proposal that would negatively impact the region's water supply, agriculture operations and economy, members of the Central Valley have rallied together to protect the precious resource. According to the SWRCB's Substitute Environmental Document, the proposal attempts to take 35 percent of unimpaired flows along the Merced, Tuolumne and Stanislaus Rivers from Feb. 1 to June 30 annually in order to benefit endangered fish ...
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