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In recognition of the urgency of upcoming policy changes, Santa Clara Family Health Plan (SCFHP) is partnering with community-based organizations in Santa Clara County to encourage residents to enroll in Medi-Cal, keep their coverage by completing annual renewals and use their benefits before new...

The National Weather Service is forecasting a heat wave coming to the Bay Area this week, with the hottest day being Wednesday.  A heat advisory is in effect from Tuesday to Thursday. The East Bay is predicted to have the highest temperatures, reaching the mid...

Acrobats, knife throwers, jugglers and daring aerialists will gather under the big top tent for a memorable performance of the Flynn Creek Circus, which is suitable for all ages, July 21-24 in Morgan Hill.The all-human circus out of Mendocino County is set to return for its second consecutive year at the Outdoor Sports Complex.The Flynn Creek Circus features top performers from the international stage, according to a July 12 press release. This year’s show will feature the Bogino Family of world-famous jugglers from Italy, as well as Terry Crane, aerial stunt artist and founder of the Acrobatic Conundrum.Furthermore, the Acrosanct acrobats are sure to be an audience favorite with their high precision flips and enormous personalities.The Flynn Creek Circus performances at the Outdoor Sports Center, 16500 Condit Road, are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. July 21, 7 p.m July 22, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. July 23, and 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday, July 24.Tickets can be purchased in advance for $12/child, $17/seniors and students, and $25/adult. Advance tickets can be purchased online at flynncreekcircus.com.Tickets will also be available at the door for a higher price. VIP front row seating is available for $50 per seat.

Four veteran Santa Clara County office holders offered unique insight into their experiences as women in politics at an April 23 panel discussion in Morgan Hill.The forum featured Morgan Hill Councilwoman Marilyn Librers, Santa Clara County Board of Education member Claudia Rossi, former Morgan Hill Unified School District Trustee Kathy Sullivan and San Jose Vice Mayor Rose Herrera.The event was organized by the American Association of University Women Morgan Hill chapter, and was held at the Community and Cultural Center.A key goal of the forum was to encourage women to run for office and support those who are already serving their communities in office, according to AAUW members.“Don’t be afraid to try it,” Herrera offered as advice for any woman who is thinking about running for an elected position. “Or support a woman who wants to run. We have to realize that women are great political leaders.”The panelists answered questions about their reasons for running, their accomplishments in office and challenges they have faced in politics.Rossi, who sat on the MHUSD board of education before being elected to the county board in November 2014, said she was inspired to run by longtime Morgan Hill educator, volunteer and community activist Loritta Bonfante Johnson.“She recognized a potential in me I didn’t see in myself,” Rossi said. “There are people in our community serving very quietly.”Rossi added her advice to potential candidates is to “think beyond the election” and “know your role.” As an example, she referred to her “dismay” at reports of recent MHUSD board meetings in which tensions have flared among trustees and staff.“There are certain board members who do not know their role. That can be disruptive and demoralizing,” Rossi said. She did not name these board members at the April 23 forum.Librers said while she served as an appointed city commissioner before running for office, she heard frequent “mumbling and grumbling” in the community about government decisions.“I thought, ‘I’m not going to just grumble. I’m going to step up,’” Librers said.

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