Religion: The gift of love
‘Tis the season for gift giving! Why do you suppose most every religion expressed in the United States of America in the 21st century—and there are countless religions—all have a season set-aside for “gift giving”?
Could it be that all who frame their lives around...
Constantine to deliver ‘State of the City’ speech March 9
Morgan Hill Mayor Rich Constantine will deliver his 2022 State of the City address from 7-8pm March 9. The mayor will reflect on the prior year’s challenges and accomplishments, and set the stage for what is to come in Morgan Hill in 2022, according...
South County unemployment rate grows slightly
Silicon Valley's unemployment rate increased by 3.2% in January due in part to a drop in seasonal employment and a significant spike in Covid-19 cases that occurred before the holidays.
Gilroy’s unemployment rate grew to 5.2% in January, according to statistics released by the California...
2021 Taste of Morgan Hill canceled
The local chamber of commerce has canceled the 2021 Taste of Morgan Hill and Car Show due to rising numbers of Covid-19 cases in the area and a shortage of vendor interest, among other factors.
The two-day street festival had been tentatively scheduled for Sept....
The Haunt resumes
The homes are decorated for Halloween and judging has begun, and the City of Morgan Hill will soon post the results of its annual Morgan Hill Haunt competition.
Over the past several weeks, residents and homeowners have been getting creative in their efforts to decorate...
Letter: School board’s trustee choice must support students
In response to the South County Democratic Club’s open letter (Aug. 9 Morgan Hill Times), and as a registered Democrat myself who values common sense, it’s essential to set the record straight and ensure our community gets the accurate and transparent information they deserve....
Sports Roundup: Live Oak spring sports on fire
Live Oak HS baseball (5-6 overall, 5-1 BVAL Santa Teresa East)
Recent results: Won 9-0 at Piedmont Hills; won 5-3 vs. Piedmont Hills; won 5-3 at Evergreen Valley
Upcoming games:4pm April 3 at Lincoln
NOTES: Thomas Guenet tossed seven innings against PH, allowing just four hits and...
‘Little Mermaid’ debuts, continues run through Aug. 13
The massive boat that anchors the opening number in “The Little Mermaid” showcases a scale that audiences likely have never seen before in a South County production.
With an advanced projection and sound system complementing the large set pieces, elaborate costumes and cast of 70,...
Newsom vetoes Anderson Dam bill
Valley Water this week began draining Anderson Reservoir in preparation for a seismic retrofit of the body’s dam in east Morgan Hill, but Gov. Gavin Newsom also vetoed a state assembly bill that would have expedited the project that the water district has been planning for more than 10 years.
Town hall informs public on dangers of fentanyl
Youth Alliance and the California Youth Empowerment Network will hold a virtual town hall on May 18 to educate the community about the dangers of the fentanyl drug.
The youth-led event will discuss the impacts on mental health and the consequences of fentanyl poisoning in...

















