Cura Contemporary celebrates grand opening in downtown Morgan Hill
Hundreds of people attended the long anticipated grand opening of the Cura Contemporary art center in downtown Morgan Hill on Nov. 16.
Featuring two floors of exhibition space—currently displaying works from dozens of artists—as well as areas for workshops and demonstrations, a ground floor wine...
Local Scene: Panthers improve to 2-0; election results certified
Mortensen named to president’s list
Jared Mortensen, of Morgan Hill, has been named to the 2023-24 winter term president's list at Oregon Institute of Technology. Mortensen studies Environmental Science. Recipients of the honor achieved a 3.70 grade-point average and above.
Panthers improve to 2-0
Shane Simpson scored...
Federal monitor moves county from ‘Severe’ to ‘Moderate’ drought
With seemingly constant rain storms pummeling the South Bay so far this winter, a federal drought monitoring program recently downgraded most of Santa Clara County from “Severe” to “Moderate” drought. But local water supply authorities warn that residents and property owners should continue to...
Film, panel celebrate diversity, self expression
A short animated film featuring the final performance of Paul Reubens, best known for his role as Pee-wee Herman, screened April 14 during the Poppy Jasper International Film Festival in Morgan Hill as part of the festival’s LGBTQ+ day of programming.
“The Crown with a...
South County farmers, local officials discuss ag policy at historic Miller Red Barn
Local and county officials met with agricultural leaders at the restored Miller Red Barn to discuss policy changes aimed at supporting South County farmers, emphasizing a desire to collaborate closely to craft rules that update the county’s aging ordinances while reflecting the modern reality...
Floral fulfillment
Jerry Ayala, owner of The Flower Cottage on First Street in downtown Morgan Hill, said the top selling items in his store for Valentine’s Day, by far, are long-stem roses, teddy bears and chocolate.
It’s clear that Ayala has learned this pattern from owning the...
Report identifies ‘significant’ impacts from proposed Sargent Mine
Santa Clara County planning officials have released the draft Environmental Impact Report for the 403-acre Sargent Ranch quarry project that is proposed south of Gilroy.
The public comment period on the EIR began July 25 and will continue until Sept. 26, according to county staff.
Representatives...
PG&E offers free gas safety inspections at local homes
To help customers prepare their gas appliances for safe use during the cold months ahead, Pacific Gas and Electric Company is offering free in-home gas safety checks, the utility company said in a press release. During the gas safety checks, PG&E also will re-light...
Krista Rupp transitions from Visit Morgan Hill role
Visit Morgan Hill Executive Director Krista Rupp will depart from her local role to lead Visit Morro Bay, returning to her hometown where her career in tourism began.
Since March 2020, Rupp has led Visit Morgan Hill from a concept to a fully operational organization,...
Food Truck Fly-In is Nov. 1 at San Martin Airport
The fifth annual San Martin Airport Food Truck Fly-In returns Nov. 1 with a Halloween “Scareport” theme.
For the first time, Food Truck Fly-In attendees are invited to this year’s event to go trick-or-treating. The free community event will also continue to feature its usual...

















