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Graphic by Kimberly Horne.

Turlock City Council Meets to Discuss Roads, Water Waste and More

Selena Estrada April 18, 2022

A Turlock City Council Meeting was held on April 12, where council members met to discuss the roads project, public concerns over water waste and city funding concerning the reopening of positions once...

Graphic by Angela Gonzalez.

Phi Sigma Sigma’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt to Make Long Awaited Return

CaitIin Cox and Alexia Garcia March 25, 2022

Phi Sigma Sigma is putting on their annual Easter Egg Hunt for the first time since 2019 due to COVID-19. The Easter Egg Hunt has been a huge success in the past for Phi Sigma Sigma, and the members are...

Community Garden entrance. (Signal Photo, Matthew Bonzi)

Turlock Community Garden Offers Helpful Tips and Beautiful Scenery

Matthew James Bonzi February 15, 2022

Earning an official status in October 2020, the Turlock Community Garden has been a great place for local residents to enjoy a little slice of nature while also getting their hands dirty learning the ins...

Beekeeper Peter Baur in front of some of his hives in a small town in Bavaria, Germany. (Photo by Julia Lorenz)

The life of a bee, the work of a beekeeper, and the big business of honey

Peter Baur, a hobby beekeeper from Bavaria, Germany, has been producing certified organic honey for 8 years now. Because dealing with animals always accompanied him, especially in his youth, he discovered...

Yesterday’s Books in Modesto offers a wide variety of book genres, DVDs, and the opportunity to trade in books. (Signal Photo/Kimberly Horne)

Yesterday’s Books in Modesto Provides Vast Selection to Students and Greater Stanislaus Community

Kimberly R. Horne December 2, 2021

Yesterday’s Books in Modesto is providing a wide selection of used, out-of-print and new books for people to enjoy. Opened since 1980, it provides a great way for students at Stanislaus State as...

Turlock Nerf Group hosted a human vs. zombie themed event on October 31 with a variety of games being played including tag, yeet ball, and capture the flag. (Photo courtesy of Michelle Khalar)

Turlock Nerf Group Looks to Combine Fitness and Hobby in Local Community

Anthony Perkins November 15, 2021

A local group formed on Facebook has given community members an opportunity to discover a new way to have fun while exercising with friends. Turlock Nerf Group organizes monthly events consisting of multiple...

Chicago Houdek in his office at the Student Veterans Center at Stanisluas State. (Signal Photo/Rob Van Tuinen)

What Veterans Day Means to Stanislaus State Veterans

Rob Van Tuinen and Shakeea T. Smith November 10, 2021

While Veterans Day is on a Thursday this year, the impact of COVID-19 is continuing to put a damper on possible on-campus festivities. However, veterans at Stanislaus State should not feel left out by...

Vintage books for sale. (Signal Photo/Katherine Walls)

Modesto’s Vintage at the Yard Offers Variety of Antique and Homemade Goods

Katherine E. Walls November 8, 2021

Vintage at the Yard at The Fruit Yard located on Yosemite Blvd. in East Modesto provided an interesting mix of craft and antique vendors during the seasonal event. The event...

The front entrance to the St. George hotel. (Signal Photo/Angela Gonzalez)

The Haunted Hidden Gem of the Central Valley

Angela Gonzalez and Katherine E. Walls October 31, 2021

Within a charming Stanislaus County town is a haunted hidden gem that is sure to set the mood for a spooky night out. The St. George Club is a restaurant and office space rental complex in Newman, California...

The schedule of events for Free RPG Day at BlackRowan Games. (Image courtesy of BlackRowan Games)

Free RPG Day at Blackrowan Games Serves Customers Throughout the Valley

Rob Van Tuinen October 28, 2021

Despite the lack of game stores in Turlock, there are game stores in Modesto and Tracy. Utopia Games and Collectibles in Modesto may provide gamers with a closer outlet for their interests but...

The Modesto Certified Farmers Market offers a variety of produce, food and handmade goods. (Signal Photo/Kimberly Horne)

Fresh Food, Live Music, Homemade Goods and More: Exploring the Modesto Certified Farmers Market

Kimberly R. Horne October 25, 2021

The Modesto Certified Farmers Market is a local, weekly, event that promotes farmers and local businesses. The market takes place every Thursday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m.  to 1:00 p.m. between H...

Vintage cars at Dutch Hollow Farms 

The Signal’s Guide to Local Corn Mazes and Pumpkin Patches

Katherine E. Walls October 13, 2021

With Halloween and Thanksgiving drawing nearer, a common activity for the season is to attend a corn maze or a pumpkin patch. However, it could be difficult to decide which maze or patch provides the best...

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