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The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is hoping area residents can help avoid a spike in ozone levels by refraining from idling vehicles while transporting kids to and from schools.
August 16, 2016
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Local
For any five-year-old, reading 1,000 books before they begin school may seem like a daunting task. Thanks to a program provided by the Stanislaus County library system, the seemingly-impossible feat has become a reality for children in the area, allowing them to enhance their literacy skills and develop lifelong reading habits.
August 16, 2016
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Angelina
Martin
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Local
A rise in a bacterial infection that is causing residents to become ill, particularly with diarrhea is prompting Stanislaus County health officials to remind the community of basic hygiene habits.
August 16, 2016
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
Just over a year after beginning its brewing journey, Blaker Brewing of Lucas Dairy is preparing to rewrite its microbrewery plans.
August 16, 2016
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Angelina
Martin
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Local
Firefighters were able to battle back a blaze that had ignited in a backyard shed before it caused too much damage to a residence.
August 15, 2016
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
The Assyrian community has a rich history in the Central Valley and their religion, traditions and culinary delicacies will be celebrated at the 2nd annual Assyrian Festival, Aug. 27-28, at the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds in Turlock.
August 12, 2016
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BY RYAN MCLAUGHLIN
Turlock Journal
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Local
Officials with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District have issued a health advisory for area residents because of smoke from two wildfires.
August 12, 2016
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
After 30 years and 12,000 chimneys, Rob Thompson of Turlock Chimney Sweeps is hanging up his chimney brush.
August 12, 2016
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Angelina
Martin
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Local
New homes may soon be built in Denair, as the Stanislaus County Planning Commission recently approved an application to build a subdivision near Sante Fe Avenue.
August 12, 2016
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Angelina
Martin
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Local
The gas leak that prompted a neighborhood evacuation was caused by a resident operating a bucket loader, according to the Turlock Fire Department.
August 12, 2016
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
The R.A.M. Farms pumpkin patch and Fields of Ice skating rink will once again be open for business this fall and winter seasons, following a decision by the Turlock City Council on Tuesday to extend water service to the east Turlock farm that lies just outside of the city limits.
August 11, 2016
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Kristina
Hacker
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Local
After weeks of planning and deliberation, the Turlock City Council unanimously voted Tuesday to adopt the Downtown Parking Management Plan, which contains a number of measures meant to ensure adequate parking in downtown Turlock.
August 11, 2016
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Angelina
Martin
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Local
Some Turlock residents were evacuated from their homes while others were told to shelter in place by the Turlock Fire Department as they investigated a gas leak.
August 11, 2016
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
Type of business: Salon/boutique
August 11, 2016
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Angelina
Martin
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Local
Tom Hillsamer was honored for his service in the U.S. Navy during World War II with a pinning ceremony on Monday at Turlock Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The Turlock resident was part of the gun crew of the Albert P. Ryder liberty ship that delivered cargo to troops in Europe and South America.
August 11, 2016
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Candy
Padilla
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Local
