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Women’s History Month: Celebrating and remembering what still needs to change

in People

In 1987 the U.S Congress designated March as National Women’s History Month to recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of women in America.  This special designation provides an opportunity for the nation to celebrate women as leaders, visionaries, mothers, teachers, nurses, doctors and more.

In Turlock and across the Central Valley, we are surrounded by exceptional women who have redefined struggles and success.  Some were the genesis of transformational change; others celebrate life every day being able to contribute not for recognition but because of their faith and spirituality.  Each of us has a roster of heroes.  Mine grows every day.

Some have raised families on their own. Some struggled to overcome addiction. Some had a vision for what could be and made it happen.  The women I honor below are incredible, humble people.  They do not seek recognition, but they certainly deserve it.  In their own way, each fights against discrimination, neglect and the status quo every day.  Each underscores what can be when determination mixed with passion and sprinkled with unwavering faith come together.

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Coronavirus leads to suspension of traffic court, closure of police lobbies

in Health/People

Traffic Court in Stanislaus was suspended Wednesday through Friday, April 17 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

Anyone scheduled for traffic court during that time period will, over the next few weeks, receive a written notice by mail with the date and time of their continued hearing, according to an announcement on the court’s website.

Law enforcement officers who write traffic tickets during this time are being instructed to schedule court dates 90 to 120 days out instead of the normal 60, according to Modesto Police spokeswoman Sharon Bear.

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Lawmakers tour Stanislaus County Emergency Operations amid COVID-19 pandemic

in Health

STANISLAUS COUNTY, Calif. (KTXL) — As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to grow, Rep. Josh Harder, D-Turlock, toured the Stanislaus Emergency Operations Center Wednesday and got a glimpse at how local crews are tackling the pandemic.

“The best that we could be doing in Washington is help them do their job,” Harder told FOX40. “Making sure that our nurses, our doctors, our law enforcement, are kept safe, because they’re gonna be our first responders to this.”

The Assistant Director of the Office of Emergency Services Richard Murdock told FOX40 one of the challenges they face is the lack of direct communication from national and state leaders.

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Public life comes to a halt under threat of coronavirus

in Economy/Health

In just a matter of days life in Turlock and the rest of the country changed dramatically because of COVID-19.

Schools, government offices, churches, movie theaters, bars, restaurants, shops, and other businesses have either closed or drastically changed their operations in a collective effort to keep COVID-19 cases from spiking to a level that could overwhelm the healthcare system.

People over 65 and those with underlying medical conditions have been advised to shelter at home, but health officials have stressed that it will take a combined effort from everyone to slow the spread of the virus.

“We are asking every single American, no matter what your generation from Z to X and millennials in between to really ensure that you are following these guidelines,” said Dr. Deborah Birx with the U.S. coronavirus task force during a press briefing at the White House. “We hear every night of people who are not in work moving that time into bars and other areas of large gatherings. If we continue with that process, we will fail at containing this virus. Every single generation has a role to play.”

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Turlock song receives professional treatment

in Entertainment/People

Turlock is a special place for many of its residents, but for the first time in its 112-year history the city’s virtues have been extolled in song.

When Turlock Mayor Amy Bublak approached U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Jeremy Levens several months ago about using his musical talents to create a song for her State of the City address, Levens said the project sounded like fun.

Levens sings and plays guitar at his local church and this wasn’t the first time he’s written a song. He started the Turlock song project by finding the perfect rhythm. Once he had the sound he was looking for, he started writing lyrics about the different aspects that make up Turlock, including:

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Sacramento-Area Substitute Teacher Dies From Coronavirus Complications

in Around California/Health/People

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) — A substitute teacher for Sacramento City Unified School District has died from complications of the coronavirus, district officials confirmed Monday.

The identity of the teacher has not yet been released. This is the second death in Sacramento County. Public Health officials said both individuals who died from complications of COVID-19 were older than 70 and had underlying health conditions.

The instructor, who also was a temporary volunteer, worked at Sutterville Elementary School in February.

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Turlock USD To Close Schools Thursday, Meals Will Be Provided To Kids

in Education/Food

TURLOCK (CBS13)- It’s an uncommon sight during the coronavirus pandemic:  Turlock schools staying open with students still in class while millions across the state aren’t.

The district’s superintendent sent a letter to parents stating with two-thirds of its students rely on school meals and parents who don’t have options for child care, schools would stay open until Thursday giving parents time to figure out their plans.

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All Stockton city offices closed to the public during coronavirus outbreak

in Around California/Health

STOCKTON — Numerous changes affecting daily life for thousands of area residents were announced Sunday in a massive effort to stem the spread of COVID-19, the new coronavirus.

Critical among the announcements were decisions by the city of Stockton to close all its sites to the public. Despite the disruption, city staffers still will be working and business can be conducted by phone, email and online resources. Also, all schools in Calaveras and Stanislaus counties will join all San Joaquin County schools in closing.

And, the highly popular Khmer New Year’s celebration in Stockton was canceled while the county’s largest medical center implemented new rules for those seeking to visit patients.

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Coronavirus impact: San Francisco bars, restaurants feel effects from COVID-19 concerns

in Economy/Health

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — Concerns over the novel coronavirus, paired with San Francisco’s new public health orders, are affecting bars and restaurants across the city.

Some people are celebrating the St. Patrick’s Day holiday this weekend.

Turlock resident Vans Codrington goes to San Francisco on St. Patrick’s Day Parade every year with his friends. Since it was canceled, they still decided to head out for a day in the city.

“Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with my friends — people I love — and we do it every year, so we decided to it anyway,” Codrington said.

There was no hesitation or concern from his group of friends. “We’re smart, we’re adults, we know what we’re supposed to do. As long as you’re cautious and understand what’s happening, it shouldn’t be a deterrent to do anything else,” Codrington said.

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Karoun Dairies Cheese Wins Gold at World Cheese Championships

in Around California/Food

TURLOCK, Calif.,—The first cheese made by Karoun Dairies, the iconic Hand-braided String Cheese, was awarded 1st Place in the String Cheese, Flavored Category at World Championship Cheese Contest 2020. Dairy experts from around the world gathered at the Monona Terrace in Madison Wisconsin, judging a record-breaking 3,600 cheese, yogurts, butters, and other dairy products from 26 countries.

Karoun Marinated String Cheese, the company’s original, classic-style String, marinated to perfection with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and herbs, was one of 16 entries for String Cheese, Flavored and scored an impressive 99.70 Best of Class. The Karoun Cheese line of handcrafted braided string cheeses are made with Real California Fresh Milk.

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