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An idea over five years in the making is coming to fruition as crews continue to work towards completion of the Oakdale Community Park. The project was made possible through a state grant award received by the City and earmarked specifically for a park of this nature.
June 28, 2017
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Teresa
Hammond
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Local News
Stanislaus County Parks and Recreation's annual fireworks display over the waters at Woodward Reservoir is scheduled for Saturday, July 1 this year.
June 28, 2017
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The lengthy string of triple-digit days over the past couple of weeks saw local residents step up to assist the Oakdale Library, 151 S. First Ave., which is a designated Stanislaus County Cooling Center. Library staffer Jana Ciccarelli shows the donations of cases of water, some fresh fruit and granola bars and other snacks that were brought in by residents. Library officials said they were buoyed by the generosity of the community. Anytime the temperatures soar, locals are reminded to stop in at the library for a quiet place to cool down. The library is open Monday and Wednesday, 10 ...
June 28, 2017
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Stanislaus County Clerk Recorder, Lee Lundrigan, announced effective July 1, 2017 the real property copy fee to obtain the first page of a recorded property document has been set at $6.75 for the first page and $3.00 for each subsequent page. The new fee for producing copies of official records is authorized under Government Code Section 27366 and Stanislaus County Ordinance C.S. 1191.
June 28, 2017
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The water dangers in the rivers, lakes and pools should be taken very seriously this summer and with several fatal incidents already occurring in the vicinity, the time for a Water Safety Education and Life Jacket Giveaway could not have come at a better time for families.
June 28, 2017
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Virginia
Still
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Local News
For those who like their half marathons with plenty of scenery, and elevation, not to mention some outstanding wine tasting afterwards, be sure to put Sunday, July 2 down on your calendar for the 30th annual Hernia Hill Half Marathon at Twisted Oak Winery. Produced by On Your Mark Events, this exciting race, as well as its popular post-race lunch, has become a mid-Sierra area Fourth of July holiday weekend tradition – for both the locals and those who travel in from throughout California and Nevada.
June 28, 2017
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The East Side and Turlock Mosquito Abatement Districts (MADs) confirmed the detection of West Nile Virus (WNV) in six mosquito samples from Stanislaus County. This is the first detection of WNV for both Districts in 2017. As of June 22, WNV has been detected in 14 California counties with the WNV activity confirmed in two humans, 25 dead birds, and 157 mosquito samples. There have been no WNV human cases or dead birds from Stanislaus County.
June 28, 2017
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The City of Oakdale received 14 business proposals by the Monday, June 19 deadline for marijuana purposes, raking in $70,000 in application fees for the City's newest business opportunity.
June 28, 2017
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By KIM VAN METER
Leader Correspondent
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Local News
Next up at Hutton's Hamlet will be a performance of "Night at the Wax Museum" on Friday and Saturday, July 7 and 8. Six students who have flunked history retake the class in summer school, and set up a new wax museum as a class project. A mysterious incantation from the back of Cleopatra's bracelet by one of the students brings the wax figures to life.
June 28, 2017
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This past Thursday, nearly 50 kids packed the Oakdale Library for a craft activity, Design Your Fun. While the temperature outside climbed into the triple digits, the Oakdale Library, which serves as a designated cooling center, was the perfect spot for kids to come to and enjoy an afternoon of fun crafts.
June 28, 2017
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The Snow Queen staged a successful weekend run at Hutton's Hamlet in Oakdale on June 23 and 24. Top photo, as Gerda – portrayed by Rachel Swift, right – goes on a quest to find her cursed friend Kay, she runs into a witch named Beatrix, played by Michael Medlin, who can never seem to get any 'witching' spells right. At side, The Snow Queen's plans begin to play out as villager Kay's heart starts to grow ugly. The sinister scene plays out after Kay is struck by a bewitched piece of glass. Hannah Swope played The Snow Queen ...
June 28, 2017
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Bunco Night Set
June 28, 2017
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A new organization is available in Oakdale for girls and boys ages 12 to 18: the Leo Club.
June 28, 2017
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By AUTUMN NEAL
Leader Correspondent
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Local News
Crews were on scene at what Cal Fire listed as the #OrangeFire off Sonora and Orange Blossom roads on Wednesday for several hours, containing the blaze at 65 acres. It was a good outcome for what could have been a much more serious situation, said officials, as the triple digit heat and breezy conditions on June 21 set the stage for a lengthy and much more destructive fire.
June 28, 2017
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Marg
Jackson
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Local News
The concept seemed simple enough in a setting perhaps not foreign to a number of men. Two guys sitting in the garage, shooting the breeze and drinking a beer. Simple, right?
June 28, 2017
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Teresa
Hammond
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Local News
