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Are Prop. 47, other laws to blame for fentanyl crisis? Here’s what Stanislaus officials say

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Modesto police Officer Mark Ulrich first noticed fentanyl during an arrest in 2019. He’d been used to finding heroin and identifying it by its tarry viscosity and strong vinegar smell. But this substance was different.

“I did what we always did, took a little whiff, and boom. I got immediately dizzy and was like, ‘Whoa, whoa, whoa, OK, that’s weird. What the heck is that?’” Ulrich said. “Well, what they were doing at the time was they were mixing fentanyl into the heroin. So you couldn’t tell the difference.”

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This-place-in Merced, CA offers delicious food specially their fresh fish must try

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Rainbird in Merced is a secret treasure with a cozy atmosphere that combines trendy style with old-fashioned charm. The menu features delicious dishes made with fresh, seasonal vegetables, along with carefully chosen meats and seafood. Executive Chef Quentin Garcia oversees the creation of these tasty meals. Every dish on their five-course tasting menu is a journey through different flavors and textures.

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Murder suspect arrested following chase up to 100 MPH

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The pursuit of homicide suspect Vicente Jasso started Monday morning in Madera and quickly moved north.

Jasso is accused of murdering his former girlfriend, Melanie Camacho, of Firebaugh who had been missing since Friday.

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Is Black Friday still a thing?

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It’s 4:46 in the morning … and what the heck am I doing awake at 4:46 in the blessed A.M.?

Oh, right. I’ve been assigned by my editor to do a Black Friday story. So here I am, on the pre-dawn streets of Turlock while she undoubtedly is snug in her bed.

Actually, I’ve been awake since 3:59 a.m., which is a minor miracle since I spent most of the Thanksgiving holiday in a food coma.

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Turlock Together preps for busy holiday season

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Community members and local organizations are once again joining forces to bring holiday joy to those across the city.

Turlock Together, a volunteer cooperation of ministries, businesses, non-profits, schools, service clubs and community members working together to collect and distribute food and toys to families in need during the holidays, is in the process of sorting and packaging food boxes ahead of their scheduled Dec. 16 distribution day.

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Look-into-this restaurant menu and their special dish in Merced, CA

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"Toni's Courtyard Café is a pleasant dining experience that is hidden gem located in the middle of Merced, CA. There are many of options on the menu, making it ideal for any brunch lover:

  • Eggs Benedict
  • Fluffy Giant Pancakes
  • Gourmet Sandwiches
  • Mediterranean Chicken Salad
  • Crustless Quiche with Grilled Veggies

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As cartels distribute killer drug, clinic workers aim to reduce demand in Stanislaus County

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About 90% percent of new admits at the Aegis drug treatment clinic in Modesto test positive for fentanyl, a drug that’s driving a fatal overdose crisis in the United States. That’s a dramatic shift since the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinic spokesman said.

The office on McHenry Avenue once was commonly known as “the methadone clinic,” where adults hooked on heroin or prescription painkillers received medication assistance to reduce cravings for the drugs.

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Worth trying donut of this place in Gustine, CA

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It's not your normal donut shop. It's tucked away on the corner of 3rd Avenue, across from Parreira's auto repair shop in Gustine. This hidden gem in the area has become a favorite very quickly. It has a wide range of sweet and spicy foods. On their menu, you can find a tasty mix of:

  • Donut Variety: Classic glazed, chocolate frosted, and unique flavors like maple bacon.

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Teamsters, CSU locked in negotiations amid impasse

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More than 20 members of the Teamsters union and their supporters huddled at the busy corner of Turlock’s university circle for a one-day strike last Tuesday.

As part of a statewide strike of over 1,000 union members, they held up picket signs and banged sticks onto buckets as passing cars honked.

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Your guide to the numerous Christmas parades, tree lightings and more across Modesto region

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Goodbye Thanksgiving, hello Christmas — and by that, we mean pretty much immediately.

Communities across the Modesto and Mother Lode regions begin celebrating the yuletide season the day right after many of us stuff ourselves with turkey and dressing.

There are a pair of events set for that Friday, with plenty more festivals, parades, tree lightings and other events planned through the rest of November and well into December.

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