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Beating the summer heat
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Since its opening in May, the new water feature at Columbia Park has been a popular Turlock attraction. On Monday, temperatures reached 103 degrees, making the water park a welcome relief for Westside residents.

On Tuesday, the water park was full of kids of all ages having a splashing good time.