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As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting a greener planet and clearer driving, AAA Northern California is offering its popular battery recycling program "AAA Battery Roundup" year-round. AAA members and the public can drop off their old automotive, motorcycle, RV and marine batteries at select locations at any time throughout the year.
April 21, 2015
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
While cars and trains are no unique site in Turlock, locals may be surprised to know that Turlock also has its own functioning airport. President of the Turlock Regional Aviation Association Todd Smith took time to answer questions about the airport which plays host to private flights, nonprofit events, sheep grazing and more.
April 21, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Black jerseys, face paint and an ocean of enthusiasm. These are the calling cards of the Raider Nation, which were on full display when Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr visited Monte Vita Chapel on Monday to share his testimony of faith.
April 21, 2015
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Frankie
Tovar
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Local
The first time Charles Walker ever took to the skies it was in a Boeing Stearman biplane as a young military pilot preparing to be shipped over to Europe to join the Allied forces fight in World War II.
April 21, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
For several years now the golden trophy from the annual Turlock Education Foundation sponsored Iron Chef competition has adorned the kitchen of the Turlock High School culinary class. Now it's Pitman's turn.
April 17, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
Many adults have fond childhood memories of melting ice cream cones and sticky fingers during the summertime, including Greg Raynes. The local teacher turned ice cream aficionado is now providing this memorable experience to children in Turlock by opening his first ice cream parlor, Oak Barrel Ice and Creamery.
April 17, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
In what might be a sign of recovering times in Turlock, two new businesses are joining the strip of stores along heavily trafficked Monte Vista Avenue: The Cottonwood and Turlock's New Vision Pharmacy.
April 17, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Stanislaus County recorded an unemployment rate for March that is the lowest it's been for the month since before the Great Recession began.
April 17, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
A planned protest outside Turlock City Hall Thursday night to raise awareness for the seasonal closure of Turlock's homeless shelter ended with the arrest of one man for a charge of illegal camping.
April 17, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
One man has brought new life to Emanuel Cancer Center and another is literally saving lives in the emergency room, and now both are being touted for their exemplary service to the patients served by Emanuel Medical Center.
April 16, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
Name of Business: Suddenly Perfect
April 16, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Locals looking to relive their high school glory days will have the opportunity to as the Active 20-30 Club of Turlock is hosting a Casino Royale Prom event complete with gowns, corsages, photos, and more.
April 16, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
GDI Insurance will once again help families learn how to keep their children safe during a free community event on May 16. The 5th Annual CIG Insurance Community Safety Saturday event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at GDI Insurance Agency's Turlock office at 801 Geer Road, Turlock.
April 16, 2015
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Kristina
Hacker
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Local
Ten-year-old Turlock resident Kenley Montes is ready to take a walk.
April 16, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
The Stanislaus County Sheriff's Department has named Lt. Jeff Dirkse as the new Patterson Police Services Chief.
April 14, 2015
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Local
