Three Turlock Holiday Markets to Shop This November
Browse more than 80 vendors at the fairgrounds on November 7, shop downtown before the November 27 tree lighting, or visit Pageo Lavender Farm on November 28. Keep Reading
Turlock News and Local Guides
Plan a visit, settle into town or find something to do this week. Start with a local guide, then catch up on the latest Turlock stories below.
Things to DoBuild a first visit around downtown, parks, art and local attractions.Moving to TurlockCompare areas, plan a household budget and set up local services.Shopping & DiningChoose a meal, a shopping center or a short downtown outing.Family ActivitiesCompare indoor play, library programs, parks and seasonal trips.Nearby Day TripsChoose a nearby town or a longer day out with time to explore.Upcoming EventsFind dated concerts, community gatherings and family outings.
Latest Turlock News
Turlock Election Results: Amy Bublak Leads by 651 Votes
Amy Bublak leads Jim Reape by 651 votes, while Cassandra Abram and Ryan Taylor are separated by just 31. Our election roundup explains the mayoral count, council and school-board races, statewide winners and full-district returns. It also shows why 100% of precincts reporting does not mean every ballot has been counted. Keep Reading
Bowling, Soccer and Saunas: Inside Turlock’s $200,000 Opioid Plan
Turlock approved $200,000 in opioid settlement spending, including youth programs at Westside Ministries, Ten Pin and Turlock Indoor Soccer. The packet explains the separate sauna budget, insurance allowances and conditions for payment. Here's what residents can track next. Keep Reading
Dot-Marie Jones Stars in ‘Breeder,’ a Thriller with Turlock Ties
Dot-Marie Jones grew up in Hilmar. Executive producer Trenton Waterson grew up in Turlock. Their new thriller, Breeder, is playing locally this week. Here's the story behind those connections, an earlier film that brought Trenton home and what to know before buying a ticket. Keep Reading
20,000-Pound Donation Supports Three Turlock Food Programs
A 20,000-pound shipment will support United Samaritans, Turlock Gospel Mission and Stan State's Warrior Food Pantry. Here is how their services differ, what to bring for a household food box and when current students can pick up food in November. Keep Reading
November Stargazing From Turlock: Meteors, the Moon and a Museum Night
November brings two Taurid meteor windows, the Pleiades star cluster and a full Moon on the 24th. Here is how to start watching from Turlock, what binoculars can actually show, and what to know before MJC's November 6 Science Night in Modesto. Keep Reading
Turlock Leaf Pickup Starts Monday: Find Your Zone and Get Ready
Turlock's seasonal leaf pickup begins Monday, November 2, but the first visit depends on your zone. Find the opening dates for all 12 zones, the official season map, how to place loose leaves and why your regular trash route is a separate schedule. Keep Reading
Turlock Library’s November Lineup: Coding, Reading Dogs and Fruit Trees
Read to a Dog returns November 7, beginner Scratch coding follows November 14, and Master Gardeners explain small backyard fruit trees November 18. Here are the free programs worth planning around, which ones require registration, and the library's November hours and holiday closures. Keep Reading
Turlock Sidewalk Repairs: What City Help Can Cover
Turlock can help eligible property owners pay for sidewalk repairs, but percentage limits and dollar caps both apply. See the two assistance tiers, a $4,000 cost example, what to ask before hiring a contractor, and how to report an accessibility barrier. Keep Reading
Shop the Blocks Returns November 1: A Downtown Turlock Shopping Guide
Shop the Blocks returns to downtown Turlock on Sunday, November 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Here's how to plan the day, including Center Street Grill's separately ticketed breakfast, two longtime Main Street shops and useful questions to ask before checkout. Keep Reading
