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Diane Rakes, at far right, sits on the steps of Family Services of Tulare County with her daughter, Stephanie Owen, and her granddaughter, Rhiannon. Family Services, which runs a battered women’s shelter, rape crisis center and other victims’ programs, is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Celebrating 25 years: Family Services of Tulare County VISALIA -- Domestic-abuse victim Diane Rakes says she doesn't know where she would be without the help she received from Family Services of Tulare County.


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