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Public Life Comes to a Halt Under Threat of Coronavirus

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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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Coronavirus Impact: San Francisco Bars, Restaurants Feel Effects from COVID-19 Concerns

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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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Stanislaus County Opens ‘Books for Keeps’ Library in Lobby of Hackett Road Facility

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Two-year-old Aiden Jones from Turlock wasn’t interested in the county leaders’ speeches at The Book Club Opening Day on Wednesday.

Instead, he was enthralled with all the books in the new children’s library in the lobby of the Stanislaus County Health Services Agency on Hackett Road.

The goal of the library is to put a book in the hands of every child who visits county facilities. Parents and caregivers can read the books to their children while waiting for an appointment, and then they may take the books home.

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Dust Bowl Brewing Adds Peace, Love & Haze to Year-Round Lineup

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(Turlock, CA) – Dust Bowl Brewing Co. expands its year-round portfolio with the introduction of Peace, Love & Haze. The new Hazy IPA was first released in draft-only in December with the planned launch of 6-pack/12oz. cans in February. The move to a year-round hazy follows a variety of specialty hazy releases over the past two years.

“The growth in hazy beer has been remarkable,” shares Don Oliver, Brewmaster. “We are proud to offer a Hazy IPA that uses a unique mix of hops to provide the juiciness and fruit flavors that hazy fans appreciate.”

Peace, Love & Haze is a tropical delight crafted with Cashmere, Idaho Gem and Mosaic hops resulting in flavors of pineapple, guava and orange. The flavorful hazy offers consumers a smooth 6.3% ABV and 28 IBU.

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L.a. & California Economy Strong, but Might Take Small Hit from Coronavirus

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California and Los Angeles County are forecasted to enjoy moderate yet sustained growth throughout the next two years, according to a Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation forecast released on Feb. 19. Production slowdowns over the coronavirus outbreak, as well as entrenched issues such as housing and the cost of living in Los Angeles, are threatening growth.

California’s gross domestic product is forecasted to grow 2.0 percent in 2020 and 1.6 percent in 2021, according to the forecast. Los Angeles County’s gross domestic product is forecasted to grow 1.8 percent in 2020 and slow down to 1.6 percent in 2021. The 10-county Southern California region is forecasted to grow at 1.8 percent over the next two years.

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San Diego County Gas Prices Rise Slightly

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SAN DIEGO — The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County rose four-tenths of a cent Monday to $3.561, one day after falling three-tenths of a cent.

The average price is four-tenths of a cent less than one week ago and 2 cents lower than one month ago, but 26.9 cents more than one year ago, according to figures from the AAA and Oil Price Information Service.

“Southern California gasoline average prices continue to be the most expensive in the country, and recent declines in oil prices worldwide have not yet made much of an impact locally,” said Jeffrey Spring, the Automobile Club of Southern California’s corporate communications manager.

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California Wine Prices May Drop to Lowest in 20 Years

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LODI, Calif. — The price of wine is at an all-time low because of an abundance of grapes, according to a new report from the Silicon Valley Bank Financial Group.

The State of U.S. Wine Industry 2020 report said wine prices could reach the lowest in 20 years. Some are calling it good news for wine drinkers.

“That’s always good news to us — lower prices on alcohol, yay,” said Priscilla Kumar, who was wine tasting in Lodi on Monday.

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Turlock Native Realizes Artistic Dreams

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Morgan Andre has always had a knack for art, but she never dreamed it would blossom into the career she’s built for herself today. The Turlock native has turned her artistic ability into a successful business with a substantial following, and she shares her talent with the community through not only her artwork, but as an educator as well.

“I love that I get to express myself. It’s so fun that a passion of mine has become something I get to make into a career,” Andre said. “I never really thought that could be a possibility and it’s been fantastic to have support from people in the community and from my family and friends.”

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Success Is ‘Just Being Welcomed by the Community’ for New Turlock-Bound Marijuana Dispensary

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TURLOCK, Calif. — In a town that previously banned marijuana, success won’t necessarily be measured by dollars and cents. For some dispensaries, it might be more about turning heads for the right reasons than turning a profit.

At least two of Turlock’s first-ever marijuana dispensaries aren’t far from breaking ground. There are even plans for some shops to open up this year.

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How Coronavirus Is Hurting Some Northern California Businesses

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BRENTWOOD, Calif. — The coronavirus is hurting some Northern California businesses as shipments are being held up at ports in China.

Central Valley businesswoman Ann Kibby owns American Container Sales. The company offers units for everything from construction goods to medical supplies to firefighting equipment.

“Because of the coronavirus, there may be a delay getting the containers loaded onto the ships,” Kibby said.

Kibby shared pictures of about 100 containers still in China.

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