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Stanislaus County human trafficking operation arrests 77 people, Sheriff’s Office says

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A human trafficking operation conducted by the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office resulted in the arrests of 77 people throughout a six-day effort, the office announced Wednesday.

The operation, part of a statewide effort called “Operation Reclaim and Rebuild,” raided four massage parlors: two in Modesto, one in Ceres and another in Turlock. Evidence collected during the raids was used as a basis to search further locations, according to the Sheriff’s Office’s statement.

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Arrest made in fatal Turlock hit-and-run after months-long investigation by police

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An arrest was made on Tuesday in a fatal November hit-and-run that happened in Turlock, police announced.

Jose Gutierrez-Cruz was arrested near the intersection of Fulkerth and Tully roads during an investigation done by Turlock Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team.

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Rough winds ahead

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Did you enjoy the spring-like weather over the past couple of days? Hope so, because it’s going to look a lot like winter again as not one but two atmospheric rivers are expected to broadside California in the coming week.

Monday reached a high of 73 degrees — two degrees off the all-time high for the month of January in Turlock — and Tuesday topped out at 71 degrees.

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Discounts for a good cause at the Redemption Global Wholesale Outlet

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The racks and shelves at the former home of the iconic Bilson’s Sports Shop at 201 Lander Ave. in Turlock are once again full thanks to a non-profit organization and its new overstock department store.

Redemption Global was founded just over a year ago by Jennifer Sweet and her family, with the mission of helping organizations provide relief and assistance to folks in need. The store raises funds for different projects, which includes partnerships with Gateway Community Church in Merced’s child care program as well as adopting families at the Haven’s Women’s Center.

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Modesto’s Finest: An Insider’s Guide to the Top 3 Pool Halls

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This article presents a guide to three notable Pool Halls located in Modesto. Have you had the chance to visit any of these places yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your experiences and thoughts in the comments section below.

1. Diamond Billiards

  • Address: 3320 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95350
  • Phone: (209) 577-1447
  • Desc: Pool hall, Billiards supply store

Discover a vibrant haven of entertainment where the clink of pool balls, the buzz of a lively crowd, and the aroma of delicious food blend into a symphony of enjoyment. 

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Hidden homeless caves found dug into Tuolumne River bank in Modesto

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Hidden homeless caves tucked along the Tuolumne River were cleared out by volunteer groups and the Modesto Police Department over the weekend.

Volunteers from Operation 9-2-99 and the Tuolumne River Trust partnered with the Modesto Police Department to clear out 7,600 pounds of trash. They also had two truckloads and a trailer of garbage that were removed from the area.

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Local artists shine in ‘Light Motifs’ exhibit

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In a new Lobby Gallery exhibition, Light Motifs, the Carnegie Arts Center shares works created by 36 artists from 16 Northern California communities.

Jurors for the exhibition are two esteemed artists whose expertise in the use of light is well known. Carolyn Lord is a Bay Area painter and a signature member of the California Art Club, the National Watercolor Society, and the California Watercolor Association.  G. Dan Mitchell is a photographer based in San Jose; he was the 2018 Yosemite Renaissance Artist in Residence at Yosemite National Park and is the author of “California’s Fall Color: A Photographer’s Guide to Autumn in the Sierras.”

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Turlock nursing home to close citing costs, workforce challenges

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Dozens of seniors are now looking for a new place stay as their nursing home in Turlock prepares to close.

Brandel Manor is a 145-bed facility providing post-acute, long-term care and assisted living. The facility notified residents and families about their upcoming closure on Jan. 15.

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Stanislaus has redone some streets to aid pedestrians and cyclists. Here is a sampling

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Streets are not just for motor vehicles, advocates for walkers and bicyclists have argued in Stanislaus County and beyond.

The county has several recent and current projects aimed at slowing cars and trucks near schools and other busy spots.

Pedestrians at some crosswalks now can press a button that triggers flashing warning lights for drivers. Some corners have “bulb-outs,” where the sidewalk extends into the parking lane to make people on foot more visible.

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Area police agencies cooperate in fraud case

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Following an investigation of several days, a New York man was taken into custody on fraud charges by the Oakdale Police Department.

In a post on the department’s Facebook page, Oakdale Police reminded residents to “Beware of skimming devices that can steal your personal information.”

The post also indicated that, with the help of the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office and City of Turlock - Turlock Police Department, the 55-year-old man was arrested for placing skimming devices on several area ATMs.

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