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After a series of power failures in 2012 that left Turlock Irrigation District's working relationship with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers in an impaired state, both sides were able to come to an official Memorandum of Understanding on Tuesday.
December 26, 2014
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Alysson
Aredas
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Local
Every Christmas, a miracle takes place right here in Turlock. Hundreds of community members from all walks of life put their combined efforts into providing a better holiday to those struggling to make ends meet.
December 26, 2014
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Kristina
Hacker
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Local
The Turlock Police Department sought to bring a little bit of holiday cheer to a Turlock family rocked by a tragic loss earlier this year with donations and a special visit from the department's Blue Santa.
December 23, 2014
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Sabra
Stafford
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Local
It's a holiday tradition for Maci Williams to make her way to Christmas Tree Lane in Turlock, but this year was one for the books as her boyfriend Nick Smith got down on one knee to propose Sunday evening.
December 23, 2014
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has granted a 24-hour permit clearing all brand inspection and health requirements for nine reindeer scheduled to visit California on the evening of Dec. 24 and in the early morning hours of Dec. 25.
December 23, 2014
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
The holiday season is the time to appreciate those near and dear, but it is also the time of year for the Stanislaus County Commission for Women to accept nominations to honor females in the community for their year-round exemplary service.
December 23, 2014
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
For children who want to track Santa Claus and his reindeer as they make their way across the world to every rooftop on Christmas Eve, the North American Aerospace Defense Command has them covered with their NORAD Tracks Santa program.
December 23, 2014
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Alysson
Aredas
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Local
For the second month in a row the unemployment rate in Stanislaus County rose slightly in November, reaching back into double digits.
December 19, 2014
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Kristina
Hacker
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Local
Monday will mark a historic anniversary for Turlock. On Dec. 22, 1871, the town was founded by John William Mitchell, a prominent grain farmer who owned 100,000 acres of land from Keyes to Atwater (encompassing what is now the City of Turlock), with the placement of the first flag station (train stop) at Henderson's crossing (Golden State Boulevard and Berkeley Avenue).
December 19, 2014
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STAFF REPORTS
Turlock Journal
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Local
After the successful revival of the Keyes Fall Festival Parade-a tradition the town has not seen in 30 years-back in October, it only seems natural for the Keyes community to host a nighttime Christmas parade for the first time.
December 19, 2014
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Alysson
Aredas
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Local
For many people, Christmas lists usually hold wishes for new iPhones, clothes and toys. However, for Jody Jorge, her only wish was to see her daughter Hannah Pointon for the holidays.
December 19, 2014
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Alysson
Aredas
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Local
Jack in the Box will remain the reigning fast food option in downtown Turlock as McDonald's has decided not to open a location at the corner of Marshall and South Center Streets, the site of the present Bonander Buick GMC car lot.
December 19, 2014
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Altamont Corridor Express trains could be stopping in downtown Turlock within the next 10 years if Stanislaus County voters approve their own version of San Joaquin County's half cent Measure K transportation sales tax during the next election cycle.
December 18, 2014
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BY DENNIS WYATT
Turlock Journal
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Local
Name of Business: Matt Anderson Electric and Solar
December 18, 2014
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
Stanislaus County nonprofits looking for additional funds to continue their good work can now apply for a grant through the Women's Leadership Council, an affinity group through the United Way of Stanislaus County.
December 18, 2014
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Elizabeth
Arakelian
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Local
