Fabric retailer Joann announces Morgan Hill store closure
Joann, the faltering national fabric and craft retailer, announced plans to shut its location at 225 Tennant Station Way in Morgan Hill. The closure is one of approximately 500 across the United States, which will cut the number of stores by more than half.
At...
Study: Human-caused climate change blamed for uptick in wildfires
Human-caused climate change may be playing a significant role in fueling the surge of devastating wildfires in California, according to a new study from a Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory scientist and other collaborators.
The research, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences,...
Calera celebrates 50 years of winemaking
Most true lovers of pinot noir have made a pilgrimage to Calera Winery in Hollister, the place that firmly established North America’s ability to produce “the heartbreak grape.”
Calera Wine Company, established in 1975 in the remote hills of San Benito County, was the beautiful...
Sea of color for Valentine’s Day
With Americans expected to spend billions of dollars on Valentine’s Day this year, local shops are looking to reap some of the profits.
One such shop is Flower Cottage of Morgan Hill, located on East First Street in Morgan Hill. Owner Jerry Ayala said Valentine’s...
Panthers look for new ‘long-term home’ after successful year in Morgan Hill
After being stationed in Morgan Hill for less than a year—and winning a national championship during that time—the Bay Area Panthers are searching for a new “long-term home starting in 2024,” according to team staff.
The Panthers earlier this year posted a “Request For Proposals”...
County installs solar panel array at San Martin animal center
The goats at the Santa Clara County Animal Services Center in San Martin have a new source of shade: an array of solar panels that generate power for the 37,000-square-foot shelter.
The county Facilities and Fleet Department completed the project last fall. It’s one of...
Local Scene: Bat Fest, Tarantula Fest, Book Sale
Symposium addresses shortage of educator housing
As a lack of affordable housing exacerbates the teacher shortage, school district leaders and school board members gathered at the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) on Sept. 21 to learn about a variety of housing resources and...
Federal funds advance transportation projects in Morgan Hill
Morgan Hill is set to receive more than $2 million from the federal government to help with local projects that are intended to improve transportation efficiency and safety in the coming years.
The money is part of a $50 million package of federal funds for...
Volunteers pick up tons of garbage on Coastal Cleanup Day
Events at 52 local sites on Coastal Cleanup Day, Sept. 23, resulted in the removal of a number of unusual discarded items, including an ATM machine, iMac computer, a counterfeit $100 bill, a sign declaring “Not a Through Street,” a Statue of Liberty figurine,...
ADU plan galleries help ease process for cities, builders
The Santa Clara County Planning Collaborative recently launched online galleries sharing pre-approved design plans for accessory dwelling units in local cities, including Gilroy and Morgan Hill.
The launch includes an online design and planning tool, making it easier for homeowners to add ADUs to their...

















