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Stanislaus County law enforcement and area officials gathered at Lakewood Memorial Wednesday for a somber and reflective tribute to the area's 14 peace officers who were killed in the line of duty.
May 07, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
The California almond industry is becoming familiar with receiving good news. Just this year, it was revealed that the industry has created over 100,000 jobs, more than $21 billion gross revenue, and the nut was even revealed to be the top commodity in Stanislaus County.
May 05, 2015
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
Over 1,000 volunteers participated in this year's Love Turlock event, according to Planning Team Leader Craig Brooks . More than 60 projects were undertaken on Saturday, including delivering 200 boxes of food to homes of people in need, nursing home visitations, yard clean ups, house painting , trash removal and work for nonprofits, such as Jessica's House, Prodigal Sons and Daughters and the Turlock Gospel Mission.
May 05, 2015
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Alysson
Aredas
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Local
Come Saturday night thousands of people will make their way to the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds to fete the return of Fava Bean Day. It is a celebration that is truly unique to Turlock alone, because, well it doesn't actually exist.
May 05, 2015
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
Water Awareness Month began during California's drought from 1987-1992. It was developed by the State Department of Water Resources and the Association of California Water Agencies to educate the public on the importance of efficient water use and conservation habits.
May 01, 2015
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Local
Congressman Jeff Denham (R – Turlock) is hoping to put residents back to work by hosting a Central Valley Job Fair and Veterans Summit.
May 01, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Elias Ruiz is a teacher at Dutcher Middle School during the week, but on the weekends he can be found plunging into the Tuolumne River in full scuba gear.
May 01, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Summer is almost here and so is the arrival of several new additions to the Monte Vista Crossings shopping center.
May 01, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Name of Business: Perrien Farms
April 30, 2015
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Rather than making headlines for a salmonella outbreak, senior vice president of technical services at Foster Farms and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Robert O'Connor is making headlines for the complete opposite.
April 30, 2015
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Local
Although the Turlock Certified Farmers' Market has moved to a new location and a new day before its kick-off Saturday, one thing will remain the same: the market itself as a venue of quality produce, unique handcrafted items, and live entertainment.
April 30, 2015
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Alysson
Aredas
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Local
Star Wars, superheroes and butterflies will all make an appearance at local branches of the Stanislaus County Library in May.
April 30, 2015
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Local
World War II veteran and Pearl Harbor attack survivor Herb Miller was presented a commendation by Stanislaus County Supervisor Terry Withrow for his service to the country during a Veterans Advisory Commission meeting held Monday in Turlock.
April 28, 2015
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Kristina
Hacker
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Local
Due to declines in gas prices and finance charges, the annual cost to own and operate a vehicle has fallen to $8,698, a nearly two percent drop from last year, according to AAA's 2015 Your Driving Costs study.
April 28, 2015
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
With nearly 100 percent of the state considered to be in a severe drought, the California State Board of Food and Agriculture will host a drought forum on Tuesday to both unite and elicit comments from all farmers, ranchers and stakeholders throughout the state.
April 28, 2015
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
