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Seris, Brennan Plan March Wedding

Seris, Brennan Plan March Wedding
David Michael Seris and Caryl Lyn Davis Brennan have announced their plans to unite as husband and wife later this month.
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Carden, Henley Announce June Nuptials

Carden, Henley Announce June Nuptials
Brian Carden of Manteca and Dawn M. Henley of Oakdale have announced their plans to wed. The couple became engaged in October of 2009 and has planned a garden ceremony to be held on Saturday, June 12, 2010.
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Wild Blue Yonder – Oakdale Woman Recalls WWII WASP Work

Wild Blue Yonder – Oakdale Woman Recalls WWII WASP Work
When Doris (Boothe) Wanty was 20 years old, she was living in Modesto and like most people her age, wondering about the state of the world.
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Rafferty, Lang Announce June Wedding

Rafferty, Lang Announce June Wedding
James Rafferty and April Jeannine Lang have announced their plans to wed in mid June.
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Millers Celebrate Golden Anniversary

Millers Celebrate Golden Anniversary
Robert C. Miller and Sharon L. (McGee) Miller celebrated 50 years of marriage on February 21, 2010. The couple became high school sweethearts, while attending Oakdale High School. They currently reside in Peoria, Oklahoma. Mr. Miller is retired and Mrs. Miller owns an H&R Block franchise in Baxter Springs, Kansas. They are the ...
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Lights, Camera, Action - What Is The Best Movie Ever?
The red carpet has been delivered and giant size gold statues will once again be the accessories of choice as set crews prepare the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood for the 82nd Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 7.

Not An Every Day Cake - Local Teen Creates His Own Multi-Layer Wonders

Not An Every Day Cake - Local Teen Creates His Own Multi-Layer Wonders
Baking pans, fondant, powdered sugar and gum paste are not typical topics one might consider discussing with a 16-year-old boy. For Oakdale High School junior Jonathan “JT” Vizenor, however, they are not only topics of interest, but pertain to a hobby he is passionate about — baking.
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Exploring Disease
The Alzheimer’s Association reports that a new case of dementia is diagnosed somewhere in the world every seven seconds. By the age of 85, 50 percent of the senior community will have the disease.

Best And Brightest - Part 2

Best And Brightest - Part 2
Just a little more than a week away, the Oakdale Junior Miss Scholarship Program is scheduled on Saturday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m.
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Best And Brightest

Best And Brightest
Soroptimist International of Oakdale will once again host the Oakdale Junior Miss Scholarship Program on Saturday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. The event will be hosted at the Magnolia School Auditorium. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children and students. Tickets will be available at the door.
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Silvas Celebrate Golden Anniversary
Roy and Judy Silva of Escalon celebrated 50 years of marriage on January 16, 2010.




Bradford, Hauselmann Plan Summer Nuptials
Jon Nicholas Bradford and Brittany Ann Hauselmann have announced their plans for a summer wedding at Yosemite National Park.

Kennedy, Foster Announce Engagement

Kennedy, Foster Announce Engagement
Martin and Stacey Foster of Oakdale are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Riley Foster, to Second Lieutenant Sean Kennedy, son of Stephen and Deborah Kennedy of Arlington, Virginia.
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Cayden Isaiah Boyle
A boy, Cayden Isaiah Boyle, was born January 7, 2010 to expectant parents Billy and Kimberly Boyle. The newborn weighed nine pounds, four ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




ViviAnn Ray Johnson
Richard Ray Johnson and Jessica Nichole Marquez of Escalon welcomed the arrival of their daughter, ViviAnn Ray Johnson on January 11, 2010. The newborn weighed eight pounds, seven ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Rylee Michelle Smith
A girl, Rylee Michelle Smith, was born January 11, 2010 to expectant mother Kayla Smith. The newborn weighed seven pounds, six ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.

Hitting The Right Notes: Music Man Shares Knowledge, Talent With Kids

Hitting The Right Notes: Music Man Shares Knowledge, Talent With Kids
Lifelong Oakdale resident Will Taylor — also known as Willy Tea — lives and breathes music. He describes its importance and influence in his life, like a scuba diver might refer to their oxygen tank. Simply stated, music is what fuels the Oakdale High School alum.
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Brenna Mari Franca

Brenna Mari Franca
A girl, Brenna Mari Franca, was born December 7, 2009 to expectant parents Brad and Melissa Franca of Oakdale. The newborn weighed seven pounds, 14 ounces upon arrival at Kaiser Hospital in Modesto.
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Homeward Bound: Chihuahua Returns To Oakdale By Way Of Ripon

Homeward Bound: Chihuahua Returns To Oakdale By Way Of Ripon
It’s fair to say that an animal returning to its home of six years following a six-month disappearance is not an every day occurrence. Add to this, that same animal being abducted 25 miles north of this home and finding its way back in the dead of winter— that would be unheard of.
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Community Sharing Program Needed More Than Ever

Community Sharing Program Needed More Than Ever
In a less than desirable economy, with an end to the downtown still yet to be seen, one might find themselves faced with questions they’d once never even considered.
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Treasures Found: Local Boutique Showcases Area Talent

Treasures Found: Local Boutique Showcases Area Talent
One truly never knows what they might find at TAGS Consignment Boutique on East F Street in Oakdale.
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Maria Del Carmen Cerda
Francisco and Virginia Cerda of Oakdale welcomed the arrival of their daughter, Maria Del Carmen Cerda, on December 25, 2009. The newborn weighed six pounds, 11 ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Melanie Escoto
A girl, Melanie Escoto, was born December 7, 2009 to expectant parents Javier Escoto and Aracely Esquer of Oakdale. The newborn weighed five pounds, 11 ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Ivan Godinez
Juan Luis Godinez and Blanca C. Becerra of Oakdale welcomed the arrival of their son, Ivan Godinez, on December 10, 2009. The newborn weighed six pounds, one ounce upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Madison America Leal
A girl, Madison America Leal, was born December 22, 2009 to expectant parents Hugo Leal and Laci Parker of Oakdale. The newborn weighed eight pounds, eight ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Jacqueline Molina
Salvador Molina and Adriana Perez of Waterford welcomed the arrival of their daughter, Jacqueline Molina, on December 14, 2009. The newborn weighed eight pounds, nine ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Emily Rose Ramirez
A girl, Emily Rose Ramirez, was born December 22, 2009 to expectant parents Omar and Rosalba Ramirez of Riverbank. The newborn weighed eight pounds, 10 ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.

Air Force Airman Miguel A. Rivera Zamudio

Air Force Airman Miguel A. Rivera Zamudio
Air Force Airman Miguel A. Rivera Zamudio graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
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Navy Seaman Recruit Michael W. Zervos, II
Navy Seaman Recruit Michael W. Zervos, II, son of Lisa M. Frasier of Gresham, Oregon and Michael W. Zervos of Oakdale, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

Lions Club Continues To Spread Christmas Cheer

Lions Club Continues To Spread Christmas Cheer
As children uncover their holiday treasures, the sounds of gift wrap tearing and tissue paper rustling has already begun in some Oakdale homes. For others, those sounds may not be so apparent. As families continue to struggle to stay in their homes and feed their families, volunteer gift programs are perhaps more valuable to families now than ever before.
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Navy Seaman Apprentice Stephen L. Garcia

Navy Seaman Apprentice Stephen L. Garcia
Navy Seaman Apprentice Stephen L. Garcia, son of Steve L. Garcia and the late Karen Garcia of Oakdale, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.
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U. S. Army Specialist David Little

U. S. Army Specialist David Little

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Air Force Airman Gabriel J. Mar

Air Force Airman Gabriel J. Mar
Air Force Airman Gabriel J. Mar graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
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Holiday Shopping Needs Met At Home

Holiday Shopping Needs Met At Home
The holiday season is once again in full swing in the City of Oakdale. From flat screens to foot creams, gift cards to gadgets, area shoppers need not spend their shopping money on gas in search of the perfect gift, when it can all be found right here in the city limits.
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Jocelyn Luna Gutierrez
A girl, Jocelyn Luna Gutierrez, was born December 3, 2009 to expectant parents Jose Reyes Luna Garcia and Elia Leticia Gutierrez of Jalisco, Mexico. The newborn weighed six pounds, nine ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Scarlett Eve Kelsey
A girl, Scarlett Eve Kelsey, was born November 17, 2009 to expectant parents Bill and Renee Kelsey of Oakdale. The newborn weighed seven pounds, 14 ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Sydney Nickole Peregoy
Jonathan and Rebecca Peregoy welcomed the arrival of their daughter, Sydney Nickole Peregoy, on December 2, 2009. The newborn weighed eight pounds, seven ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.

A Christmas Tradition

A Christmas Tradition

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Big Valley Grace Offers Christmas Program
A special holiday offering, ‘Behold the Lamb of God’ is planned at Big Valley Grace Community Church later this month.




Who Would You Choose?
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Porter, Lilly Unite In Summer Ceremony

Porter, Lilly Unite In Summer Ceremony
Marshall Cody Porter of Hickman and Kristin Michelle Lilly of Oakdale united as husband and wife on August 8, 2009.
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Ribeiro, Blom Plan Late Summer Nuptials

Ribeiro, Blom Plan Late Summer Nuptials
Christopher Ribeiro and Ashley Blom have announced their plans to unite as husband and wife.
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Woman Veteran Honored For Service

Woman Veteran Honored For Service
When Grace Russell moved to Oakdale in the mid 1950s, she settled into the rural life that the city was known for during those times.
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Ethan Joshua Ackenhiel

Ethan Joshua Ackenhiel
A boy, Ethan Joshua Ackenhiel was born July 20, 2009 to expectant parents Joshua Blair Ackenhiel and Nicole Mari Shoemaker. The newborn weighed four pounds, one ounce upon arrival at Doctors Hospital in Manteca.
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Daisy Olivia Castro
Carmen and Miguel Castro welcomed the arrival of their daughter, Daisy Olivia Castro on November 11, 2009. The newborn weighed four pounds, 11 ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Alexis Marie Chavez
A girl, Alexis Marie Chavez, was born November 8, 2009 to expectant parents Jamie and Amy Chavez of Oakdale. The newborn weighed eight pounds, 11 ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Honey Jarvis
Amanda Jarvis of Oakdale welcomed the arrival of her daughter, Honey Jarvis, on November 4, 2009. The newborn weighed six-and-a-half pounds upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Dallin Joseph Loosli
A boy, Dallin Joseph Loosli, was born November 12, 2009 to expectant parents Kyle and Melissa Loosli of Oakdale. The newborn weighed seven pounds, six ounces upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.




Ximena Sanchez
A girl, Ximena Sanchez, was born November 7, 2009 to expectant parents Isaias and Dulce Sanchez of Oakdale. The newborn weighed eight pounds, one ounce upon arrival at Oak Valley Hospital.

Counting Blessings

Counting Blessings
On the surface, 19-year old Lauren Knell appears to be like every other young college student. The Stanislaus State sophomore student juggles a full load of college courses, two part-time jobs and still manages to shine a bright smile at all who cross her path.
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