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Fun run helps feed hungry area families
Nutrition naturally would be necessary for a group of more than a hundred runners planning to cover just over 3.1 miles.
BMX park work day
After a rainy winter, it's almost time to shape up Turlock's BMX Bike Park.
Heart Health Month: Know your risk; get healthy; learn CPR
Gilbert Mora has always led an active life. He rides his bike every chance he gets, practices martial arts and, at 71 years of age, still goes to work five days a week.
Bees-iest time of the year
In the coming weeks millions of honey bees will be hard at work in Turlock area almond orchards, that is if Mother Nature cooperates with sunshine and mild temperatures. Earlier this month a week-long warm streak got some varieties of almond trees beginning to bloom, only to be halted again by a winter storm.
County island residents look at lighting tax
A dark county island in the heart of Turlock, rife with crime and safety issues, could soon be home to a new system of streetlights.
Relay for Life teams get a head start on fundraising
Turlock Relay for Life teams won't be walking for a cure until April, but fundraising for the event is in full swing. Teams are independently fundraising for the walk and Lisa Vorse, 2011 Relay chairperson, said the total fundraising goal is $200,000 this year.
USDA Farm Forecast predicts strong 2011
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) predicted the nation's net farm income will increase by about 20 percent in 2011.
Photographers capture precious memories in midst of sorrow
One of the most miraculous events on earth is the creation and birth of a human life. Nearly everyone has pictures or video of when their children were born and those precious moments are celebrated with wonder, happiness and hope for the future.
More Californians could be eligible for health insurance under reform, study finds
An estimated 4.7 million uninsured Californians will become eligible for insurance coverage when health care reform expansion laws take effect in 2014, according to a new report from the UCLA Center for Health
Foreclosures effect downtown owners’ association funding
Since its inception in 2003, the Turlock Downtown Property Owner's Association has facilitated programs geared toward revitalizing and improving the downtown area that have helped bring in new businesses and customers. But, with an uncertain economic future on the horizon, property and business owners alike will have to consider if they can continue to fund the association that has helped them grow.
Community discusses return of Hughson Chamber of Commerce, Fruit and Nut Festival
In 2008 the Hughson Chamber of Commerce held their last Fruit and Nut Festival, and shortly after they shut their doors. The chamber has been completely inactive since that time.
Freeway crash injures Turlock woman
A Turlock woman was seriously injured in a multiple vehicle collision on Highway 99 in Ceres on Thursday afternoon.
Celebrating Indian dance, culture
A kaleidoscope of color and movement filled the Main Stage Theatre at California State University, Stanislaus on Saturday during the Indian Student Association's (ISA) Culture Show.
TID to pay over $38,000 for damaged train
It was a train wreck of a happy ending for the Turlock Irrigation District on Tuesday.
A new face for Henry
The day after his eighth birthday, Henry Johnson was in surgery. This was not just the latest of a lifetime of reconstructive facial surgery, but a surgery that would give him a whole new face.
Articles by Section - Local
WANTED: A few good candidates
Loren R. Holt, a decade-long member of the Turlock Unified School District Board of Trustees, announced Tuesday he will not seek reelection in the Nov. 8 election.
Hilmar grad in coma after crash
A recent graduate and wrestling standout at Hilmar High School was critically injured Monday morning in a crash on Highway 99.
Driver strikes, kills 9-year-old Delhi girl
Three children walking along a dark country road in Delhi were struck by a vehicle, resulting in fatal injuries for a young girl.
Heating up the night
A group of people gathered at the Red Brick Café Thursday night to celebrate a victory. Their favorite downtown Turlock night spot had just received approval from the Planning Commission to extend their hours of business from a closing time of 12 midnight, to 1:30 a.m.
Hilmar library patrons voice anger over cuts
More than 20 residents gathered at the Hilmar Library on Friday and voiced their concerns with the sharply reduced operational hours and the realistic potential of the library's closure in the next six months.
Farmers’ markets growing locally, nationally
The practice of loading up on vegetables, fruits, nuts, and other homemade edibles at farmers' markets is gaining momentum both locally and nationally, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Salmonella outbreak leads to ground turkey recall
A salmonella outbreak linked to an Arkansas meat processing firm has prompted a massive voluntary recall effort of ground turkey products.
Disaster assistance available for small businesses
Small, nonfarm businesses in Stanislaus County are now eligible to apply for low-interest Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the U. S. Small Business Administration.
The Fire Lane
The Turlock Fire Department responded to a total of 460 incidents during the month of July. These included a total of 281 emergency medical service calls.
Local gardener grows big surprise
Chester Chimel might be 84 years old, but he can grow cucumbers as well as any young gardener. Chimel's Asian cucumber plant recently yielded several vegetables over 2 feet in length. The largest of the cucumbers was 26 inches long.
Assyrian Martyr’s Day event to be held Sunday
Assyrians across the country will recognize Assyrian Martyr's Day on Sunday. Locally, there will be an event held at Turlock Memorial Park to recognize and celebrate Assyrians who have been martyred over the centuries.
Construction biggest obstacle to Central Valley recovery, finds report
California's economic outlook is still grim, but remains stable according to the University of the Pacific Business Forecasting Center.
County sees decrease in mortality rate
The Stanislaus County Health Services Agency released its annual public health report in April, and the diagnosis is good for the county.
Diving into summer fitness
Central Valley Aquatics opened its extended season on Monday evening with a practice at Pitman High School. The extended season runs until Oct. 31 and it opens CVA participation to Turlock Marlins members and swimmers from neighboring communities like Hilmar, Ceres and Delhi.
Local homebrewer wins big at national competition
Local homebrewer Mark Ranes enjoys sharing his love for beer with friends and family. At any one time he has eight of his homemade beers on tap, including his award-winning Mark's Bigfoot Barleywine. Ranes took home a bronze medal and bragging rights for his barleywine at the 33rd annual American Homebrewers Association National Homebrew Competition on June 18.
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