Religion: When God takes you off the map
Do you remember the road atlas? For many of us, it was a staple of every family road trip, tucked into the glove compartment or wedged between seats. If construction popped up ahead, there was no warning. If traffic was backed up for miles,...
Morgan Hill siblings form unbreakable bond through wrestling
My relationship with my brother is so meaningful. I started wrestling because of him—he needed a consistent training partner.
Over time, what began as support turned into something much deeper. We grew through the sport together, often dedicating our wins to one another.
No one understood...
New trial is set for Sierra LaMar’s murder suspect
The Santa Clara County District Attorney’s Office is preparing for another trial for Antolin Garcia Torres, after an appeals court overturned his conviction for murdering Morgan Hill teen Sierra LaMar.
Garcia Torres will again be tried on a charge of first degree murder, and the...
Gavilan Foundation appoints Bhandal, Rosso to board
The Gavilan College Educational Foundation has appointed two new members to its board of directors. Longtime community leaders Manny Bhandal and Evelia Morales Rosso will serve on the nonprofit board for the next three years starting on July 1.
“On behalf of the Gavilan College...
Marchers protest detention center in Gilroy
Several hundred protesters marched in Gilroy on Sunday to voice their disapproval of a federal plan to build an immigration detention facility on agricultural land just outside the city limits.
Community organizers and residents gathered June 14 at Arroyo Circle near Gilman Road at Highway...
Guest View: Small businesses offer something different
Fast food chains are fixed in our day-to-day lives. Whether it is a morning iced coffee or an afternoon craving for a burger, these options are convenient, familiar and often the easiest choice for a quick meal.
But while these large chains are a key...
Morgan Hill teen’s volunteering produces valuable wildlife data
When Jasper Jonnalagadda spotted what he believed were American badger burrows in a Coyote Creek canyon in December 2023, the then-15-year-old photographer was determined to find a way to capture the elusive native carnivore.
His pursuit would encounter multiple obstacles including expensive permits, technical problems,...
Theater group produces ‘Groundhog Day’ for South Valley stage
South Valley Civic Theatre will bring “Groundhog Day the Musical” to the Morgan Hill Community Playhouse later this month, with performances running June 20-July 12.
The production is based on the 1993 Bill Murray film and follows Phil Connors, a self-absorbed TV weatherman who finds...
New boat inspection rules take effect June 15 in Santa Clara County
New vessel inspection and quarantine rules aimed at preventing the spread of invasive mussels will take effect June 15 at all Santa Clara County reservoirs open to recreational boating, county officials announced.
Under the updated program, boats will no longer be able to use inspection...
Morgan Hill marks a decade hoisting Pride flag
The City of Morgan Hill marked a decade of celebrating LGBTQ+ inclusion June 3 as community members, elected officials and city staff gathered at Civic Center Plaza for the 10th annual Pride flag raising ceremony.
The Progress Pride Flag was raised in front of the...

















