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California is home to more than 45,000 women producers, with women making up nearly 38% of all producers and operating o...
01/10/2026

California is home to more than 45,000 women producers, with women making up nearly 38% of all producers and operating on 63% of farms statewide, more than any other major agricultural state.

The California Department of Food and Agriculture is participating in the International Year of the Woman Farmer, declared by the United Nations for 2026.

On Dec. 17, the Turlock Police Department conducted a multi-agency operation addressing smoke shops operating within the...
01/10/2026

On Dec. 17, the Turlock Police Department conducted a multi-agency operation addressing smoke shops operating within the city of Turlock. The three shops that were inspected were found to be in major violation of several state laws.

Expect more road construction and detour signs to be popping up around town in the coming months, as the Turlock City Council is expected to approve a number of roads projects at their next meeting on Tuesday.

The campus community and the public at large are invited to attend the AAEC from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 6 in the Mary ...
01/10/2026

The campus community and the public at large are invited to attend the AAEC from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 6 in the Mary Stuart Rogers Building on the MJC West Campus.

For over 30 years, Modesto Junior College has hosted the African American Education Conference (AAEC), a conference that aims to empower students in their journey toward higher education while honoring rich culture and history.

California’s statewide snowpack had been lacking in early December with above-average temperatures and very little storm...
01/10/2026

California’s statewide snowpack had been lacking in early December with above-average temperatures and very little storm activity. Recent storms have turned that around and provided a significant boost to the snowpack and the state’s water supply.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Department of Water Resources conducted the first snow survey of the season at Phillips Station on Dec. 30.

Spurred by unsettling stories about substandard care and spotty customer service at the Stanislaus Animal Services Agenc...
01/10/2026

Spurred by unsettling stories about substandard care and spotty customer service at the Stanislaus Animal Services Agency (SASA) shelter, a small army of pet owners and advocates is demanding major reform.

Saving more dogs and cats – and easing frustrations of people passionate about them – is the ultimate goal of a new effort to improve how animal services are managed in Modesto and much of Stanislaus County.

The closest match of the day came on the campus of Pitman High School, as the Pride edged Enochs by a 3-2 score.
01/10/2026

The closest match of the day came on the campus of Pitman High School, as the Pride edged Enochs by a 3-2 score.

The first games of the Central California Athletic League soccer season took place on Thursday, with varsity programs from Turlock and Pitman high schools stringing together a perfect 4-0 record.

The 45-year-old Swalwell, who attended elementary school in Modesto, announced his entry into the race on the Nov. 20 ep...
01/09/2026

The 45-year-old Swalwell, who attended elementary school in Modesto, announced his entry into the race on the Nov. 20 episode of “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” In the seven weeks since his entry, the seven-term Congressman has raised more than $3 million.

Rep. Adam Gray (D-Merced), whose 13th Congressional District includes a portion of Turlock, has been named co-chair of Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell’s campaign to become the next governor of California.

Backed by a 32-point, 14-rebound outburst from star senior Koby Cervantes — one of the most prolific scorers in the stat...
01/07/2026

Backed by a 32-point, 14-rebound outburst from star senior Koby Cervantes — one of the most prolific scorers in the state — Denair overcame a 16-point performance from Turlock Christian's Michael Miller to secure a 78-57 victory Monday night.

Neighboring programs Denair High and Turlock Christian High came together on Monday night for a highly-anticipated non-conference varsity basketball matchup, a clash in which the stars on each team were shining bright.

COLLEGE ROUNDUP:- Gabriel Bolton closes chapter at Stan State after two decades of success- Pitman's Avery Sanchez makin...
01/07/2026

COLLEGE ROUNDUP:

- Gabriel Bolton closes chapter at Stan State after two decades of success
- Pitman's Avery Sanchez making impact at Hope College
- Warriors men's basketball start 2026 strong
- Pitman's Juan Mora climbs national wrestling rankings at Oklahoma

Stanislaus State women's soccer head coach Gabriel Bolton is departing the university after 21 seasons to accept the head coaching position at Fresno State. The University said Saturday that the national search for its next women's soccer head coach will begin immediately.

Fair board cancels junior horse events
01/07/2026

Fair board cancels junior horse events

The start of the new year is usually when local 4-H and independent horse exhibitors start gearing up for the Stanislaus County Fair show in July. This year, however, there will be no show as the Stanislaus County Fair Board of Directors voted to cancel all junior horse events for 2026.

Kelle Anne Brassart was convicted of second-degree murder and felony child endangerment in the death of Daniellé Pires, ...
01/07/2026

Kelle Anne Brassart was convicted of second-degree murder and felony child endangerment in the death of Daniellé Pires, who drowned in the pool of the family’s Fireside Drive home on Sept. 12.

MODESTO — A jury on Tuesday returned guilty verdicts against a Turlock woman charged with murder in the drowning death of her 2-year-old daughter last year.

Volunteers are needed to conduct surveys and hand out comfort kits. Those interested in helping must register by Jan. 18...
01/07/2026

Volunteers are needed to conduct surveys and hand out comfort kits. Those interested in helping must register by Jan. 18.
The PIT count will take place on Jan. 29, beginning shortly after 8 a.m.

Volunteers still are needed for the Stanislaus County’s Point-in-Time Count — a one-day, unduplicated count of sheltered and unsheltered individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

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