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Reading of faith-based children’s books at Salida Library responds to ‘Woke agenda’

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As part of the first nationwide See You at the Library Day on Saturday, families at the Salida Library were read “books of godly virtue,” according to the Escalon church that hosted the event.

Such story times reportedly were held across the nation Saturday in response to actor and filmmaker Kirk Cameron being denied story-hour slots at some public libraries for the reading of faith-based children’s books.

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Grocery Outlet to open 2 new California locations

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California-based Grocery Outlet is adding two more stores to its home state.

The fast-growing Emeryville, California-based discount grocer will first open on Thursday in Patterson at 2900 Sperry Avenue.

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Two drivers killed in separate Merced County accidents over the weekend, CHP says

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The California Highway Patrol is investigating two separate fatal accidents that occurred in Merced County over the weekend.

At about 11:59 p.m. Saturday, officers responded to a rollover crash in the area of Highway 99 and Plainsburg Road, according to CHP Officer Eric Zuniga. Authorities said a 65-year-old man from San Ysidro was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado north on Highway 99.

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Successful 13th Modstock Music Festival Showcases Exciting Mix of Music Talents in Modesto

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The 13th Modstock Music Festival took place in Gracietta Park, Modesto. Both up-and-coming and established music acts performed in this year's event, mixing education and performance. The event, sponsored by Robert's Auto Sales and organized by the Valley Music Institute, featured over 77 bands on three stages. It includes more than 50 student bands and local popular talents.

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Fatal Vehicle Versus Bicycle Accident on Snyder Avenue in Modesto

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Fatal Bicycle Collision on Synder Avenue

The Modesto Police Department reported a fatal vehicle versus bicycle collision in the area of Prescott Road and Synder Avenue on the morning of August 2, 2023. The crash occurred at approximately 8:30 a.m. and involved a bicyclist and a 2012 Dodge Ram pickup truck, officials reported.

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New discount grocery store to open in Stanislaus County with deals and a $1,000 raffle

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Patterson will welcome a new bargain market on Sperry Avenue next week, in the same parking lot where the town’s first Dutch Bros is set to open.

Grocery Outlet will hold its grand opening Thursday, Aug. 10, where owner-and-operator duo Sarah Kumar and Frank Quiroga will do a ribbon cutting and offer giveaways.

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The gas price ranges from $4.47 to $5.09 in Turlock as of 2023-08-06. Find the cheapest station near you.

in Community/Economy/News

For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices.

The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Sunday is $3.829, a week ago the price is $3.752 , according to AAA.

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Library System Offers Expanded Service Hours

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Stanislaus County Library officials have announced changes to its business hours, a move designed to enhance customer convenience and provide increased access to library services.

Effective Saturday, Aug. 5, 2023, library branches will expand operating hours to better align with the needs of the community. Highlights include the addition of morning hours at smaller libraries, and Friday hours at Turlock and Salida Libraries.

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Solar Energy Market Volumes to Reach 2.12 gigawatt by 2028 – Market Size, Share, Forecasts, & Trends Analysis Report by Mordor Intelligence

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Hyderabad, Aug. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a new market research report titled "Solar Energy Market Report (2023-2028)," the market is estimated at USD 1.17 gigawatt in 2023. It is expected to register a CAGR of 12.72% during the forecast period.

Solar energy, as the name suggests, is the energy that is obtained from the radiation of the sun. The sun, as a source of energy, is limitless, and the energy derived from it is renewable and can be converted into multiple usable forms, such as electricity and heat.

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Summer heat staying at a simmer

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While the rest of the nation seemingly is burning up — more than two-thirds of the U.S. is under an extreme-heat warning — Central California has mostly been spared.

The five-day forecast for the area shows temperatures topping out in the mid-90s and, at first glance, that seems pretty hot.

But it’s not nearly as hot as it could be.

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