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Turlockers still waiting for Ten Pin opening

Turlock may soon be home to the Central Valley's premiere bowling destination, but the definition of "soon" remains uncertain. The planned Ten Pin Fun Center, a development to include bowling, laser tag, and a sports bar, was originally intended to open in September 2011. Jim Theis, co-owner of the development, said Friday that developers are still working toward breaking ground on the mammoth entertainment development. "It's been lots of hard work ...

Riverdance Farms cherries, blueberries ripe for the picking

The big Hilmar Cheese

You can go to the grocery store anywhere in the United States and if you buy a dairy product, namely cheese, there is a one-in-five chance the product you buy came from the Hilmar Cheese Company. The dairy manufacturing company, based in the small rural town of Hilmar in Merced County was founded in 1984 by a group of 12 Jersey cow dairy families. By 1996 the facility became the largest single-site cheese processor ...

Turlock lakes offer relaxing views, lively wildlife

There's no need to waste a loaf of bread - stale or not. Next time a day-old loaf of bread makes its way to your kitchen counter, plan a trip to Turlock's Donnelly Park. Donnelly Park is Turlock's most popular park by far. It's located in the middle of town and sits on 40 acres of cool, green grass, and is speckled with just the right amount of shade ...

Local farmers markets highlight produce, offer other unique items

California produces nearly half of all U.S. grown fruits, nuts and vegetables - the majority of which is grown right here in the Central Valley. Valley residents don't have to go far to get their hands on the best the Valley has to offer, as farmers' markets have opened for another season. Two southern Stanislaus County markets that offer fresh local produce, along with tasty baked goods and unique crafted items every week ...

Splashing good times

The heat is coming and residents and visitors of Turlock have a few options on cooling down. The city has two water parks for children to enjoy wet play. The Broadway Park water feature is located at 501 N. Broadway in Turlock, a couple blocks away from the Stanislaus County Fairgrounds. The park is an unsupervised facility and is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. April through Sept. 30. Along with ...

Gun show returns to Turlock fairgrounds

First time visitors to the Turlock Gun Show might be surprised at what they see, said the event's organizer, Peggy Smith of Code of the West Promotions. "There are mainly hunters, but also a lot of families, along with guys that are collectors," Smith said. "Some guys go to every show just for the camaraderie; they just like to talk guns. Some parents bring in young sons or daughters to learn about gun ...

Newman Swamp Rats keep trapshooting tradition alive

Trapshooting - which began in the early 1790s as a sporting event where gunmen would shoot passenger pigeons - is one of the country's oldest sports. Today trap shooting remains similar to its original form, however, clay target birds are released from a trap house and competitors use a 12-guage single-barreled shotgun to hit them. In the 209 one of the largest trapshooting clubs is the Newman Swamp Rats, with a membership of ...

Turlock church brings Easter story to life

Enclave Community Church in Turlock doesn't want to just preach the Easter story - the congregation believes to really understand Jesus' last days walking among men and women, a multi-sensory experience is needed. For the sixth year, Enclave is turning its Canal Drive building into a self-guided audio venture displaying the week leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus. "It was really a way to communicate the events of Easter that wasn't ...

Groveland tea cottage serves up English tradition, with foothills flare

It was summertime and the peak of the tourist season for the Sierra foothills town of Groveland. Two men dressed in shorts and hiking boots, and carrying serious backpacks, entered Dori's Tea Cottage causing co-owner Greg Jones to be a little apprehensive. It turned out that the two men had just hiked part of the Pacific Crest Trail - and were looking for some refreshment. Despite their rugged looks, they were tea enthusiasts ...

A closer look at NJROTC

Q: What is the role of NJROTC at Turlock High School?