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Venture to the Southern Golden Country in the Sierra foothills for a rewarding stay in one of the charming historic towns along scenic Highway 49.
June 06, 2014
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By CARY ORDWAY
CalfiforniaWeekend.com
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LIVING IN 209
It's a city with a small-town charm. And that's just scratching the surface when it comes to the mining of all the visual and historical – among many other things – attractions that draw visitors in droves to the city of Jackson nestled in the heart of the Mother Lode. The proof is in the numbers. While this quaint and quiet city in Amador County is home to just 4,300 residents, the number swells up to more than 15,000 on the weekends when the tourist traffic is at its busiest.
June 06, 2014
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By ROSE ALBANO RISSO
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
Columbia State Park just outside of Sonora is a gem of a tourist attraction with its stage plays in the Fallon House Theatre in addition to its Main Street "City Hotel" and restaurant, gold panning and an occasional stage coach ride.
June 06, 2014
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By GLENN KAHL
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
The cruising excitement of past years continues to be an integral part of Manteca's history as three longtime members of the community recalled where they were in the 1940s to the 1960s and what they were doing.
May 30, 2014
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By GLENN KAHL
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
MODESTO - The spirit of vintage cars and cruising is eternally captured in Modesto: the hometown of George Lucas and location where famous film American Graffitti was shot just over 40 years ago. While Lucas' famed film may not be in theaters anymore, locals keep the spirit of American Graffiti alive through the annual summertime American Graffiti Festival presented by the North Modesto Kiwanis Club.
May 30, 2014
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By ELIZABETH ARAKELIAN
209 Staff Reporter
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LIVING IN 209
If you squint your eyes you can see a little bit of Al Nunes in Paul Le Mat's character from American Graffiti.
May 30, 2014
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By JASON CAMPBELL
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
RIPON – Commander Ernie Tyhurst of the Clinton McCausland Post 190 of the American Legion has a history of service to his community and to his country during his colorful lifetime. He joined the Legion four years ago and is in his second year in its leadership. He is now a life member.
May 23, 2014
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By GLENN KAHL
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
RIPON – Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars' Post 1051 in Ripon, John Franscella, has served three tours aboard the U.S.S. Hancock assigned to the F-8 Fighter Squadron in the Gulf of Tonkin between 1968 and 1970.
May 23, 2014
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By GLENN KAHL
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
While Memorial Day allows locals to take a moment to thank veterans for their service and sacrifice, several veteran organizations continue to contribute year-round to the community. From supporting sober graduate nights to hosting flag retirement ceremonies, veteran societies such as the American Legion support and further the goals of the community through their financial contributions.
May 23, 2014
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By ELIZABETH ARAKELIAN
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
LATHROP – Charles McGonegal is looking to boost membership at the Sharpe General Depot American Legion Post 632.
May 23, 2014
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By VINCE REMBULAT
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
MANTECA – The briefcase sits on a ledge near the front window of the Village Sandwich Shoppe, open and overflowing with folders and paperwork.
May 23, 2014
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By JAMES BURNS
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
The impact the American Legion has had on the lives of veterans – even those who don't know that the organization exists – is unquestioned.
May 23, 2014
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By JASON CAMPBELL
209 staff reporter
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LIVING IN 209
When you visit the famous wine-growing region of Napa, perhaps there is no local attraction that captures the spirit of your journey better than a ride on the Napa Valley Wine Train. Hop on board this historic train and you'll chug your way through scenic vineyards to wine-lover's heaven.
May 17, 2014
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Story by Cary Ordway
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LIVING IN 209
Zombies are on the horizon for the Sierra Dinner train chugging out of its Oakdale station this summer. Also new to the long established attraction that featured a Murder Mystery and a Christmas Train is a Beer Train that is coming in mid-August.
May 17, 2014
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Glenn
Kahl
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LIVING IN 209
The last time I rode aboard the ACE train was five years ago.
May 17, 2014
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Vince
Rembulat
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LIVING IN 209
