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January 22, 2026

Thomas Andrews was tragic hero on Titanic

As the world marks the centennial of the sinking of the RMS Titanic, my own thoughts recall an ordinary object – a toothbrush salvaged from the debris field surrounding the rusting hull of the great oceanliner that found its final resting place two miles below the Atlantic’s surface.

Posed family portraits

The other day I realized that the last time my family had a formal portrait taken was 2005.

Vote against transparency helps explain GOP plight

Despite persistent delusions that it retains plenty of influence, the California Republican Party is in increasing danger of descending into third place among party registration choices of California voters.

Middle class beware – new taxes will be aimed at you

Middle class beware – new taxes will be aimed at you

Survey reveals interest in alternative education

Sometimes, due to the nature of an issue or a limited amount of time in which to make a decision, we are unable to seek input from our community. As we continue our efforts to improve achievement for all students, we are also committed to building a school district that better meets the needs of our community. To this end, the Morgan Hill Unified School District conducted a community survey last month to ascertain levels of interest in alternative grade configurations and program variation while generating new, innovative ideas. The survey results have been tallied so it is time to share the data.

Using annuities to generate retirement income

An annuity is a contract between an investor and an insurance company in which the insurance company promises to make payments to the investor either immediately or at a future time. 

Your Office Coach: Get a grip on your own emotional reactions

Q: Ever since I came to work here a year ago, I have gotten nothing but attitude from the woman in the next cubicle.  I keep trying to be nice to “Mandy”, but she refuses to develop any kind of relationship with me. Sometimes she doesn’t speak to me at all. 

March rains give boost to local water supply

Do we have enough water? As a board member for the Santa Clara Valley Water District, I can tell you the answer is complicated. The bad news is that this year is shaping up to be one of the driest to date. The good news is that thanks to last year’s heavy rains, our groundwater storage levels are normal. So, it is unlikely that the board will need to call for any mandatory water use reductions.

Saint Louise is an example of why regulators are needed

Saint Louise is an example of why regulators are needed

Volunteerism anyone?

Are you someone who enjoys contributing to large efforts? Are you looking for an easy, low-commitment opportunity to improve Morgan Hill? If so, come one, come all because May 19 is City Beautification Day. This is your opportunity to beautify our town.

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