Some clouds this evening will give way to mainly clear skies overnight An image from above of the Woodlake Dam site taken Nov The dirt "coffer dam" keep the water at bay while room is made for the concrete dam to be built It will be another year or more before Woodlake’s central water feature The dam reconstruction project is seeing significant setbacks in construction following damage sustained during the last hurricane season A media release sent late Friday afternoon from Atlantic National Capital (ANC) — the company that owns Woodlake — states that due to last August’s Tropical Storm Debby nearly all construction that had been completed on the dam up to that point was erased Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content To have a revival means to improve the condition but the progress made on the Maples Course at Woodlake Country Club in Vass is a notch beyon… Email notifications are only sent once a day Please purchase a subscription to continue reading Subscribe today and support local community journalism Physical Address: 145 W Pennsylvania Avenue Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account Deadline to register is March 21 – event is Saturday Everyone is reminded to come out for a fun day as Woodlake Baptist hosts its second annual Leaving a Legacy Car Show Saturday  this year’s event will feature a silent auction with handcrafted items The bench below is just one of the items that will be available on the silent auction There will also be inflatables for children which will be held on the Woodlake campus at 3940 Georgia Highway 138 in the Walnut Grove community Last year’s inaugural car show brought out hundreds of people who enjoyed looking at the cars and having an afternoon of family fun makes and models and tractors and motorcycles are also welcome Registration is now open for vehicles of all makes and models as well as vendors and sponsors for the upcoming Woodlake Baptist Church 2nd Annual Leaving a Legacy Car Show at the church located at 3940 Georgia Highway 138 in the Walnut Grove community Last year’s inaugural car show brought out hundreds of people who enjoyed an afternoon filled with cars Vehicle and vendor registration is available online at www.woodlakebaptistchurch.org There will be inflatables for children, along with vendors, crafts and food at the show, which will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds go to the Woodlake Baptist Church Gym Fund. For more information, call 678-425-5386, or visit woodlakecarshow@gmail.com You must be logged in to post a comment (FOX26) — UPDATE: The Woodlake Police Department says Roberto Gonzalez was found safe A 93-year-old at-risk man has been reported missing in Woodlake The Woodlake Police Department says 93-year-old Roberto Gonzalez was last seen near Cypress Street and Whitney Avenue on Sunday announced his candidacy for Tulare County Supervisor The District 4 seat is currently held by Supervisor Eddie Valero The district includes the unincorporated communities of Badger The cities represented in District 4 include Dinuba Mendoza took time from his campaign and other duties to answer Visalia Times-Delta's questions about his candidacy Tulare County needs strong experienced leadership to tackle our critical issues and I have deep roots in the community combined with decades of public service experience Q: How would Supervisor Rudy Mendoza be different than Supervisor Eddie Valero but I'm here to tell you my qualifications and experience I've been on the (Woodlake) City Council now for 16 years and mayor for 12 of those 16 years I have worked on just about every committee on the county and regional level Having been the longest tenured representative on LAFCO I've served on transportation for all of my career I've also served the county on the small business development and economic development front I served as district director for Congressman Devin Nunes for seven years and that gave me firsthand experience working with local and federal agencies bringing resources to Tulare County Currently as the chairman of Tulare County Association of Governments I played a key role in delivering critical transportation projects across the region as chief executive officer of a small ag business for a number of years I have first and foremost understood and faced the challenges that affect our small business it's a long laundry list of experience and strong qualifications Q: What accomplishments are you proudest of A: I can tell you there's another long list of accomplishments I've helped to deliver over $130 million worth of infrastructure projects to the community of Woodlake we have gone from a city of stagnation to a city of steady progressive growth we will be delivering approximately another 365 units having gone from stagnation when I first got elected to where we are today we've received numerous awards and recognitions for our projects that I mentioned Our multi-faced downtown improvement projects have delivered on a number of economic development additions things such as Kaweah Delta's expansion in the community we've been the leaders in the cannabis industry here in the valley We've also achieved one of the strongest and most viable parks and recreation departments anywhere in the county that has seen remarkable growth but we also cater to the needs of children and families from across the county we have cities that are coming to us and bringing their children to participate in our very successful parks and recreation programs We continue to be the safest community in the County of Tulare to live in going after the things that we felt we needed to achieve and having the leadership and experience to go after those resources and building relationships that have fostered those accomplishments in the community Q: What are the main issues or challenges facing Tulare County I will continue to support our public safety efforts I think that a community that has a strong law enforcement presence and public safety first responders is critical to catering to the needs of our community I have long been a supporter of law enforcement I've been endorsed by the Tulare County Deputy Sheriff's Association in the past for my city council races I've also been a graduate of the FBI Citizens Academy I have a strong and long-standing relationship with law enforcement and public safety I also feel strongly about continuing my work with regard to economic developments and job creation I am a strong proponent of finding ways to limit regulations and red tape but also finding ways to attract new business and industry to our region that will continue to supply us with available jobs into the next several decades One of the things that we've been very successful in is attracting new business and providing an opportunity for growth where we almost do things on a handshake basis and so it's easier for us to be able to attract business That's the leadership that I wish to bring to the County of Tulare on that front but there are other issues that are also equally important including strengthening our water resiliency and building additional water infrastructure projects I know we talk about that at the state level and Woodlake is a great example of building water infrastructure projects We've been working on a number of resiliency projects in the city of Woodlake and at some point I look forward to introducing the rest of the county to those projects We can continue to talk about issues like transportation and transportation infrastructure I've worked nearly all of my career on the (Tulare County) Transportation Committee and currently serve as chairman of the board I have one of the strongest relationships of an elected official anywhere in the county with the real estate and development industries I've been the creator of something as simple as what we call the Tour of Woodlake where we have invited the real estate industry and developers into our community now we are on step to deliver almost a thousand units of housing over the next several years you criticized Supervisor Valero for joining a picket line he should resign from his position on the transportation authority Do you think that's going to affect the tone of the election but the responsibility to question our elected leaders when things are indeed questionable I made a statement simply stating that if those accounts were true then Supervisor Valero needed to take a step back from his position on the transportation authority My statement was based on quite simply that Mr Valero needs to remember that he represents all segments of the population and in this case it seemed like he was simply out there representing one segment of the population and therefore then he would have been doing a disservice and I am doing my best to acquaint the citizens of Tulare County with my experience and I will leave it up to the voters to decide who would make a good representative of their concerns Get the latest news, sports and more: Accessing local journalism is even easier with the Visalia Times-Delta app Q: Would you be willing to debate Supervisor Valero Q: You ran against State Assemblyman Devon Mathis in 2016 Why did you oppose an incumbent Republican A: I have a number of years of experience in public life as well as in business and so I feel strongly that if I have something to offer the voters I don't have an issue with taking on the party if I feel strongly about my qualifications that was no different from everything else I've done in life and that is to make a decision based on the facts based on what I feel are strong qualifications and abilities It was a decision based on qualifications and experience For somebody that just turned 50 years of age you're asking because I had some health issues in the past but I have been under the care of my doctors and quite frankly have done quite a few things to strengthen my health I am in probably the best shape physically and emotionally that I have been in years Q: Is there anything else you would like to add about your candidacy A: This is this is going to be an exciting race It's an opportunity again for folks to get to see what my vision is My background and my roots are deep within the county not only from a public service standpoint but also from my work in the community as a business owner and I'm excited to just get out there and campaign and hopefully engage the public Hopefully people are willing to invite me into their homes and ask me where I stand on the issues I'm just looking forward to that personal interaction with the rest of the county Mark Oltz San Antonio police responded to shots fired at a home shortly after 2 a.m Saturday in the 7000 block of Woodlake Parkway The department released information that a suspect opened fire at a home within Woodlake Estates identified as 25-year-old Jennifer Rodriguez inside the home with multiple gunshot wounds Residents of Woodlake Estates said this could have been prevented “They should have fixed that gate a long time ago,” Donna Emerson said referencing a broken gate that would typically enclose their neighborhood Another resident claims she heard several gunshots at the time of the shooting “I just heard the gun like six or five times,” Sandra said “I just thought in my mind that somebody could kill us or kill somebody else.” During a Bexar County Sheriff’s Office news conference Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said a deputy on patrol heard gunshots and saw a vehicle speeding BCSO said the deputy attempted to make a traffic stop hit a pole and the driver was ejected from the vehicle The driver, identified as 43-year-old Priscilla Gaiton allegedly got out of the vehicle and began running away he attempted to run again and was tased and taken back into custody including evading arrest detention and escape from custody it is unclear if he will face a charge with the deadly shooting that started the entire incident Salazar said an “AK-style rifle” with a live round in the weapon was found inside Gaiton’s vehicle at the crash scene The sheriff did not disclose who the weapon belonged to KSAT reached out to Woodlake Estates regarding the broken gate the mobile home park office did not answer Copyright 2025 by KSAT - All rights reserved Email Newsletters KSAT RSS Feeds Contests and Rules Contact Us KSAT Internships Careers at KSAT Closed Captioning / Audio Description Public File Current EEO Report Terms of Use Privacy Policy Do Not Sell My Info FCC Applications Copyright © 2025 KSAT.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group Workers at Woodlake Nursing Home in New Hope are starting a five-day strike on Friday More than 180 union members at the nursing home walked off the job after filing a 10-day notice to the company to start picketing in the bitter cold Workers say their key issue is the employer not keeping promises on pay and benefits during a change in ownership this year along with other issues such as rising workloads and short staffing it is difficult to give proper care to the patients at Woodlake Nursing Home The union says there have been a dozen meetings with Woodlake since August “We are the ones that take care of the residents without us there would be no business the resident wouldn’t be taken care of I believe we deserve everything we’re asking for,” said Monyou Taye Woodlake issued the following statement on Friday afternoon: we are committed to creating a great workplace for our employees We are proud of the steps we have taken as an organization to support our incredible team In the few months since the transition of ownership or seniority and we have negotiated in good faith to reach a fair contract To prepare for the strike we have taken steps to ensure that we have the appropriate staffing to ensure that our residents will continue to receive the safe We respect the employees’ right to organize and remain committed to fostering a positive relationship with the union and look forward to reaching an agreement on the contract.” Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public File may contact KSTP via our online form or call 651-646-5555 The Los Angeles City Planning Commission has upheld the approval of a proposed Executive Directive 1 affordable housing development in West Hills rejecting an appeal brought by three neighboring residents who sought to block the project's construction.  Project approvals included density bonus incentives to permit a larger structure than would otherwise be permitted by zoning as well as the removal of any restrictions on residential density.  JZA Architecture is designing the proposed project which is shown in renderings with a Mediterranean style design all listed as homeowners in the abutting neighborhood to the south argued that the covenants and restrictions applied to the neighborhood restrict construction on the project site to single-family homes no more than one story in height They also contended that any changes to the tract's covenants and restrictions requires approval of two thirds of property owners the applicant argued that the condition regarding single-family homes only applied to lots 1-207 of the tract The applicant also pointed to language indicating that the condition imposing this limitation expired in 1916 A staff presentation also pointed out that the covenants and restrictions included a provision prohibiting sale of land to any person of African Racial covenants have not been legally unenforceable since 1947 and are required to be removed from the books by a state law passed in 2022 Twitter / Facebook / LinkedIn / Threads / Instagram / Bluesky Looking for affordable housing? Visit lahousing.lacity.org/aahr and housing.lacounty.gov California's 2024 state income limits Click here for additional affordable housing resources We use cookies to analyze user behavior in order to constantly improve the website for you. Learn more a family-owned developer and operator of senior housing is proud to announce the acquisition of The Woodlake a 137-unit assisted living and memory care community in Sacramento a vibrant community officially became part of ONELIFE's growing portfolio on December 1 This acquisition marks ONELIFE's 14th property and its fourth senior living community in California resulting in more than doubling its properties under management in just six months "The Woodlake Senior Living will be our fourth senior care community in California," said Dan Williams "We are invested in expanding our California portfolio because nearly 13 million residents there are over the age of 50 California has a constant and growing need for senior living options and ONELIFE has made it a goal to meet that demand." Living Options and CareThe Woodlake Senior Living offers a comprehensive range of services The community provides personalized care plans tailored to meet residents' unique needs Apartments are thoughtfully designed with kitchenettes wheelchair- accessible bathrooms featuring ADA walk-in showers and grab bars The Memory Care program supports residents living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia through specialized daily activities and programs ONELIFE's expertise in Alzheimer's and dementia care ensures that residents receive compassionate and effective support Resident Safety and StaffThe Woodlake prioritizes resident safety and independence with caregivers available 24/7 and a licensed nurse overseeing care daily Wearable and in-room call systems provide added security while weekly housekeeping and personal laundry services enhance convenience for residents Amenities and ActivitiesThe Woodlake provides full-service amenities Residents can enjoy full-service dining prepared by an on-site chef as well as a calendar of engaging activities and excursions facilitated by an accessible van To contact ONELIFE or schedule a tour at The Woodlake Senior Living, visit www.thewoodlake.com The Woodlake Senior Living in Sacramento To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/11392/240238_8e2990ad54d63954_004full.jpg The Woodlake Senior Living in Sacramento To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/11392/240238_8e2990ad54d63954_005full.jpg Denver-based ONELIFE Senior Living is a family-owned developer and operator of a growing collection of independent assisted living and memory care communities designed to provide seniors the care support and encouragement they need to live healthy Media Contact:Lesley Yanaklesley@onelifeseniorliving.com(206) 499-9898 To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/240238 SOURCE: ONELIFE Senior Living Sign Up Company Profile Healthcare and Hospitals Pharmaceuticals Copyright 2025 Newsfile Corp. All rights reserved. The state Department of Justice investigated the December 2022 shooting under Assembly Bill 1506 which requires the state to review officer-involved shootings of unarmed civilians Related Story: Ex-Tulare County Teacher Gets 13 Years for Child Sex Crimes Investigators determined there was insufficient evidence to prove officers heard a radio dispatch around 10:50 a.m that the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office was searching for a suspect who was reportedly armed with a 9mm firearm a Woodlake officer spotted Marquez’s vehicle sparking a pursuit that involved multiple agencies Related Story: Tulare County Shooting Leaves Man Hospitalized, Investigation Ongoing The chase ended when Marquez crashed into two other vehicles Police later said Marquez raised a small black bag authorities found no firearm in the bag or the vehicle Related Story: Tulare County At-Risk Child Missing, Authorities Seek Public’s Help “We recognize the considerable challenges and difficulties faced by all those impacted “The California Department of Justice aims to partner with law enforcement to build a just and equitable legal environment The DOJ recommended policy changes for the Woodlake Police Department and revising pursuit and de-escalation policies Read the report at this link. US Seeks to Weaken Global Development Finance Efforts a 137-unit assisted living and memory care community located in Sacramento closed the transaction on behalf of the seller The Woodlake is located just north of the shores of the American River and just south of Highway 160 The community offers residents access to an on-site theater Berkadia Seniors Housing & Healthcare leads the industry in innovative and comprehensive solutions for active adult memory care and skilled nursing projects across the country loan origination services and products including FHA a joint venture of Berkshire Hathaway and Jefferies Financial Group is a leader in the commercial real estate industry offering a robust suite of services to our multifamily and commercial property clients Berkadia delivers comprehensive real estate solutions for the entire life cycle of our clients’ assets is a growing senior housing owner and operator with a proven track record of success ONELIFE is committed to delivering exceptional homes for residents creating fulfilling work environments for employees and offering high-quality investments for partners With a focus on purposeful and strategic growth ONELIFE is expanding its footprint across the western United States to redefine senior living and make a lasting impact on those we serve This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page You must be logged in to post a comment. The hospital networks plans to have the facility open by the end of the month will mark the third clinic for the city of 7,846 The growing need for services prompted the opening of the Kaweah Health Valencia Clinic The hospital network’s other clinic at 180 E could not accommodate all the patients and physicians using the space While limited to primary care for the time being The older clinic will focused on pediatrics according to a spokesperson with Kaweah Health “Our rural clinics allow us to bridge the gap between distance and care ensuring patients receive the continuous medical attention they need and deserve,” said Gary Herbst “From preventative screenings to chronic disease management these clinics provide essential services that help keep our communities healthy.” and behavioral health therapy specialties to the Valencia clinic the only medical care in Woodlake was a mobile trailer in an empty lot where a Rite-Aid now stands Family HealthCare Network also operates a clinic in the town northeast of Visalia “I have witnessed a lot of change,” Mendoza said “It is great to see Kaweah Health make this investment in the community.” Trump Orders the Reopening of Alcatraz Prison ELY — A wildfire burning in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness grew to 17 acres and remains 0% contained "Fire acreage increased (Thursday) along the southeast perimeter due to firing operations aimed at strengthening the fire’s edge," the Forest Service said "Firefighters continue to suppress the fire strengthen fire holding lines and use natural fire breaks such as wetlands when possible." but "increased fire weather remains elevated statewide and aerial resources may be limited," the Forest Service said Resources are also stretched thin at the national level as the National Preparedness Level for wildfire is at a 5 — the highest level possible Several large fires are prompting evacuations in the western United States Firefighters are trying to strengthen the Wood Lake Fire's containment line — or perimeter — with pumps natural features and hand ignition backfiring to reduce spotting near the perimeter The Forest Service said it's "planning for a potentially active fire day from forecasted increased winds and continued drying weather." The island on Wood Lake where the fire started is approximately 14 miles northeast of Ely and 2 miles north of Fernberg Road in Lake County The Forest Service has previously said the area is full of thick vegetation and spruce-budworm-infested balsam fir and that humans may have ignited the fire Readers voted Woodlake football player Brenden Doyle as the Visalia Times-Delta Tulare County high school athlete of the week Doyle ran for 133 yards and scored a touchdown in a 40-0 rout of Farmersville Here's a look at this school year's past winners: Original story: Visalia Times-Delta/Tulare Advance-Register readers can now vote for their favorite high school athletes at the newspaper's website, visaliatimesdelta.com There are no restrictions so vote now and vote often Nominations are based on information available to the Times-Delta All high school varsity players from Tulare County can be on the ballot Nominations must be received by Monday morning following that week's games for consideration Anyone can nominate an athlete of the week for every sport Readers can email nominations to sports reporter Vongni Yang at vyang2@visaliatimesdelta.com Please include a player’s statistics and a photo if possible WOOD LAKE — Several area fire departments were called to the site of a turkey barn fire east of the city of Wood Lake on Monday “The barn is a total loss,” Torke said “There were no turkeys in the barn.” Smoke and fire at were reported Monday afternoon at a farm on 590th Street Torke said responders from Wood Lake were first on the scene and by that time the turkey barn was fully engulfed by flames Cottonwood and Granite Falls Fire Departments worked to put out the fire There were no injuries reported in the fire Torke said the fire is still under investigation Monica and Mike Seifert became the first quadruplets .. MARSHALL — Marshall resident Aditya Harsono will remain in U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody .. Copyright © 2025 Ogden Newspapers of Minnesota | https://www.marshallindependent.com | 508 W Readers voted Woodlake football player Xavier Contreras as the Visalia Times-Delta Tulare County high school athlete of the week Contreras scored three touchdowns (two rushing receiving) as the Tigers topped Orosi 43-3 HOUSTON – (Realty News Report) – CBRE facilitated the sale of Woodlake Square a 157,465-SF shopping center in the Westchase District in Houston Jim Batjer and Harrison Tye with CBRE National Retail Partners represented the seller The shopping center was purchased by Houston-based Wu Properties Located at 9600 Westheimer Road at Gessner Road Woodlake Square is located at the entrance to the Westchase District and serves established neighborhoods including the Memorial Villages and Briargrove Park the center has been anchored by Randalls and Walgreens since the 1970s Woodlake Square was 80% occupied by 21 tenants at the time of the sale combined with the established presence of its food and drug anchor tenants presents a unique opportunity for new ownership to capitalize on the center’s cosmetic upgrades and re-tenant recent shop vacancies,” said Mark Witcher AmREIT acquired Woodlake Square Shopping Center The seller in the 2013 deal was  AEW Value Investors II a value-added real estate fund managed by AEW Capital Management The AmREIT company was acquired by Edens in 2015 In 2022,  Wu Properties, a firm led by Steve Wu, acquired a 231,000-SF retail center at 12972 Willowchase Drive in Northwest Houston, near Texas 249 and FM 1960. 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the game-winner as the Rangers edged Clovis East 1-0 A holiday tradition: 73rd annual Polly Wilhelmsen Preview: 15 players to watch, schedule More: Roundup: CVC's Caden Lloyd scores 34 points in tournament victory Residents of Woodlake experienced unexpected delays in traffic on Friday afternoon after two vehicles collided at the Riverbirch Drive and Greenbriar Drive intersection According to Chief Cameron of Cypress Pointe Fire and Rescue when a passenger car and an SUV collided in the roadway No injuries were reported as a result of the wreck The roadway was blocked until debris could be cleared and Cypress Pointe Fire and Rescue responding to the scene The collision is under investigation by the North Carolina Highway Patrol ~Article by Sandhills Sentinel reporter Tia Parsons-Abel Photo courtesy Cypress Pointe Fire & Rescue To sign up for the free Sandhills Sentinel breaking news e-newsletter, please click here Calif (FOX26) — A Woodlake man is now in jail after Tulare County Sheriff's Office says he wrecked a car and shot at law enforcement Just before 10 Thursday night TCSO deputies with the help of local agencieswere called to the 23800 Block of Avenue 324 in Woodlake for a traffic accident Deputies were told that someone was ejected from the car during the accident but had left the location of the accident TCSO says that while law enforcement officers and TCSO deputies were investigating the accident someone began shooting at them The suspect also fired at a sheriff's Office drone according to TCSO Officers were able to use the drone to find the home where the gunfire was coming from The TCSO SWAT team was called to the location and the suspect TCSO urges anyone with information about this investigation to contact their office at559-733-6218or anonymously at tcso@tipnow.com or by text or voicemail at 559-725-4194 TCSo says you can also download the Tip Now app to leave a tip A family is safe after their home was severely damaged in a fire on Wednesday The incident happened at a home in the 700 block of Loblolly Drive in the Woodlake community near Vass Multiple agencies were dispatched to the blaze around 11:30 p.m. and some responding units reported seeing the fire’s glow in the night sky from a mile or more away Firefighters had to lay over 400’ of large-diameter hose to the nearest hydrant and then begin an attack on the fire with only the exterior walls left standing The home also sustained extensive damage from fire and smoke Sandhills Sentinel spoke with Cypress Pointe Fire Chief Mike Cameron “Operational smoke detectors are the main reason this family is safe right now They alarmed and woke the family up early enough for them to get to safety.” Firefighters were on the scene for several hours wetting down hot spots and checking for extension of fire into other areas of the home Moore County Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire The American Red Cross was contacted and is assisting the family A GoFundMe page has been created and video by Sandhills Sentinel reporter Daniel Gwyn Daniel has been reporting breaking news for Sandhills Sentinel since 2020 Woodlake football player David Flores was voted by readers as the Visalia Times-Delta Tulare County high school athlete of the week Flores registered six catches for 146 yards and three touchdowns in a 55-7 rout of Orange Cove VOTE HERE:Anyone can nominate an athlete of the week for next week's poll All high school varsity players from Tulare County can be on the ballot Nominations must be received for consideration by Monday morning following that week's games This story has been updated to include this week's winner The Wood Lake wildfire continues to burn in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness The Superior National Forest provided an update on Monday Officials say the fire has burned 27 acres and is 25% contained The area received very little precipitation overnight Sunday The Forest Service says there was minimal fire activity on Monday the Wind Lake travel corridor lakes and portages will be lifted off the closure An updated Exhibit A-List of Closed Areas and Exhibit B-Closure map will be released for the closure adjustments no drones are allowed near the fire area and are illegal in federally designated wilderness areas Firefighters made progress Saturday with the higher humidity levels and are continuing to reinforce the fire’s containment line strengthen the holding lines with low intensity burning and using natural features The National Preparedness Level remains at a 5 “A Suppression Module of firefighters from Connecticut have arrived to assist with the fire Resources will continue to scout for the best containment lines while strengthening existing lines on the west side and hold eastern lines Using minimum impact strategies and tactics firefighters continue to analyze contingency planning around the Moose Lake area planning that wider perimeter area around the fire.“ Overnight Friday and Saturday crews continued to work to strengthen holding lines The Forest Service says fire activity included group tree torching Aircraft are working the fire to prevent more intense crown and running fire behavior The report says firefighters continue to analyze contingency planning around the Moose Lake area planning that wider perimeter area around the fire.  at FirstHealth Hospice House in Pinehurst with family by his side A Celebration of Life with Military Honors will be held on Friday at 12:15PM at Cox Memorial Funeral Home in Vass with Rev A time of visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 11:00-12:00PM at 10:00AM at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery in Spring Lake Linda Corbin Foster (Randy) of Kill Devil Hills; sons Leo Corbin (Mary Beth) of Greenville and Chip Corbin (Dieu) of Pinehurst; grandchildren Carey Vaughan Foster and Mae Margaret Corbin Charles proudly served his country during World War II as a Corporal in the US Army he was the recipient of a Bronze Star and a Purple Heart he continued his career working in Civil Service donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice Condolences may be sent to www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com The family has entrusted services to Cox Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory of Vass Is this the year Woodlake enjoys a breakthrough league championship season The Tigers have not won an East Sequoia League title since 2019 but third-year head coach Manny Martinez believes his team might be on the cusp of a memorable year The Tigers advanced to the 2023 Central Section Division VI quarterfinals before falling by just six points to eventual section and state champion Strathmore Redwood and Tulare Western have zero combined postseason victories in that same span That postseason experience has fueled the Tigers all off-season especially its six-point loss to Tulare County rival Strathmore they seem to be very excited and have been working hard," Martinez said that’s (Strathmore) been their talk since day one in February These kids have been dedicated in the weight room and they know that’s our goliath basically We definitely have the team this year to do it More: Former COS runner Quincy Hall wins gold medal in men’s 400 meters with spectacular finish The hype surrounding Woodlake as it heads into the 2024 season has been the emergence of junior quarterback Aldo Rodriguez Rodriguez won the quarterback competition at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Football Challenge at Golden West More than 20 teams competed in the day-long event Rodriguez earned some snaps last season during his sophomore year throwing for 98 yards and a touchdown after being elevated late in the season to the varsity squad Rodriguez's arm talent and ability to spin the football will likely give Woodlake a viable passing attack in 2024 I think we ran the heck out of the football and this year I'm very excited that we'll basically be able to do both I'm gonna be confident in throwing the football this year so we'll get into some spread but we won't get away from running the football A multi-sport athlete who is also a member of Woodlake's baseball and wrestling teams Rodriguez brings athleticism and versatility to the quarterback position he's got a very strong arm," Martinez said Woodlake returns 15 players from last year's six-win team receiver/defensive lineman Guillermo Rosales lineman/linebacker Dayr Salazar and linebacker/running back Cayden Wallace Those players led the Tigers in the offseason and have been constant workers in the weight room Woodlake hired a father-and-son strength and conditioning coach duo who worked exclusively with the Tigers in preparation for this season "They have just been hitting their weights," Martinez said "They have just been working on their speed and agility as well." Avilez anchors an offensive line that helped pave the way for nearly 2,000 yards rushing last season Rosales is the team's top returning wideout after leading Woodlake with 18 catches for 188 yards and a touchdown as a sophomore Lang tied for the team lead with a pair of touchdown receptions last season and senior Brendan Doyle will start in the backfield in the Tiger's pro-style offense Woodlake opens the 2024 season at Sierra Pacific on Aug they feel that maybe sometimes they're overlooked but they don’t want to be overlooked," Martinez said I have several baseball players on my team More: 'Our kids love football': State champion Strathmore primed for big season Coaching staff: Adam Cain (offensive coordinator) 2023 win-loss record: 6-5 (lost 27-21 to Strathmore in the Central Section Division VI quarterfinals) Two vehicles collided in a crash just outside of the Woodlake community on Thursday afternoon on Lobelia Road at the intersection of McLauchlin Road According to Highway Patrol investigating the collision a Ford Escape in the eastbound lane of Lobelia Road attempted to turn left onto McLauchlin Road but failed to yield to a Honda CRV traveling westbound toward Vass blocking the westbound lane on Lobelia Road Both vehicles sustained heavy damage in the crash were not transported by ambulance to the hospital at the time of this report One lane of Lobelia Road was shut down for about an hour causing significant traffic delays through the area Responding units were Cypress Pointe Fire Department Feature photo: A Honda CRV flips in a two-vehicle crash on Oct ~Article and photos by Sandhills Sentinel reporter Daniel Gwyn The Woodlake Country Club near Vass officially announced its grand reopening highlighted by the upcoming debut of The Maples Grill on June 11 and a recent open house on May 30 Woodlake has been described as “the best kept secret of the North Carolina Sandhills for more than 54 years” and has been continuously upgrading its amenities including views of a 1,200-acre private lake and two championship golf courses off Highway 690 and debut of The Maples Grill — have been in the works for years and were publicly announced in the fall of 2023 The grand reopening marks a new era of “convenience and luxury” for the community “We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who have supported [our] redevelopment efforts in so many meaningful ways,” said Atlantic National Capital on Woodlake’s website “Your unwavering support and belief in our vision have been the driving force behind our progress and success.” Members can now enjoy the 18-hole Maples Golf Course which allows guests to “indulge in delicious cuisine and outdoor dining with stunning views.” and a busy calendar of social activities to bring the community together The recent open house event invited everyone to explore the club’s offerings before the official grand reopening “With the grand opening of Woodlake Country Club we are embarking on a new chapter of growth and success,” declared Atlantic National Capital we are ensuring that Woodlake will continue to thrive leaving behind the challenges of the past and embracing a future filled with promise and prosperity.” including financial issues under previous management and a dam breach during Hurricane Matthew longtime property owner Keith Allison and his family stepped in to help restore the community that they loved and began efforts to repair the dam and restore the lake a project aimed at further improving the community and restoring the lake The marina will include docks and storage for boats and trailers Club members will soon be able to reserve spaces as these plans take shape This marina project is part of a larger master plan being developed with a “renowned architectural firm,” expected to be completed by late summer 2024 “To those who have joined the Club under our soft opening your commitment is especially vital,” wrote Atlantic National Capital “Your participation and enthusiasm are the lifeblood that will sustain our continued development and growth within the community Your belief in our mission has been an incredible encouragement and we are profoundly grateful for your support.” ~Written by Sandhills Sentinel Assistant Editor Abegail Murphy To sign up for the free Sandhills Sentinel weekly e-newsletter, please click here WOOD LAKE — A fire destroyed a turkey barn east of Wood Lake on Monday afternoon The blaze was reported at a farm on 590th Street in Yellow Medicine County and Granite Falls Fire Departments responded to the scene and worked to extinguish the fire The cause of the fire remains under investigation though authorities have stated that foul play is not suspected KKCK - Today's Hit Music Employment Opportunities A view of the clubhouse at sunset at Woodlake Country Club A view of the golf course from the outdoor dinning area at Woodlake Country Club A look at the renovated Woodlake Country Club The indoor dining at The Maples Grill at Woodlake Country Club Woodlake Country Club is set to host a long-awaited celebration for residents in early June with the opening of its restaurant 18-hole golf course and driving range fully functional and ready for the summer season The changes mark a significant turnaround for the eastern Moore County community located off N.C Beset with problems that included a ruptured dam the draining of its signature lake and insufficient funds to maintain two golf courses and other amenities Woodlake found itself on the auction block just a few years ago