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April 5, 2026

Publisher resigns; CEO steps in to lead newspapers

The Free Lance will say farewell Friday to its publisher, the chief operating officer and senior vice president of eight years who is resigning from his current position but will continue to work as a consultant for the company.

Business Buzz: Ridgemark to host unveiling of Wisteria Courtyard

The Kehriotis family is hosting a gala unveiling to share the newly remodeled restaurants, bar, lounge and pro shop at the Ridgemark Golf and Country Club. The event will also reveal the newly created Wisteria Courtyard.

Ribbon cutting for photography business

The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce arrived for LMP's formal ribbon cutting, to coincide with her art exhibit reception on May 31 at the Morgan Hill Cultural & Community Center. The wonderful staff of MHCC brought giant scissors to cut the ribbon and had it signed by all 50 guests. Lots of support in the community to help Lori celebrate her photography business in the South Bay Area focusing on pets & families in a timeless classic tradition with flair. A slideshow presentation was provided for everyone of Lori's work, a video with her dad and mentor, who has been a photographer for 63 years, as well as storytelling on how photography can have so much meaning for those we love.

Kim Gaxiola attends summit in Chicago

Kim Gaxiola, of Gaxiola Financial Group in Morgan Hill, recently participated in the Cambridge Retirement Plan Summit in Chicago, Ill. Kim was invited by her broker-dealer, Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., to attend this event focused on helping rep-advisors build their retirement plan practice. Nearly 50 rep-advisors from across the country gathered together to share best practice ideas with their peers, gain insight from industry experts and engage with sponsors. This event is just one example of Cambridge's dedication to helping advisors learn and grow by providing opportunities for financial professionals to continually enhance their knowledge in the retirement industry in order to provide disclosure and education to their existing clients and help acquire new business.

New board at Gilroy Sunrise Rotary

Gilroy Sunrise Rotary introduces the 2012-13 Board of Directors: president Joanie Lewis; secretary, Sue Thurman; treasurer, Laurie Cecaci; past-president, Ronald Welten; president-elect, Tony Marandos; foundation chair, Joan Buckley; membership chair, Jennifer Del Bono; new generations chair, Ben Fuller and scholarship chair, Tim Fortino. Gilroy Sunrise Rotary meets Tuesday mornings, 7 a.m. at the Westside Grill, 8080 Santa Teresa Blvd. Suite 100. To learn more about joining this group of community-supportive Rotarians, visit gilroysunriserotary.org or call President Lewis at (408) 202-2204.

Weston Miles Architects named Cool California Small Business of the Year

Weston Miles Architects, Inc. has been named a California Air Resources Board, Cool California Small Business of the Year. Weston Miles Architects earned this honor for its ongoing practice of integrating energy efficiency and education into its own offices and operations – as well as for its efforts on behalf of clients.

Business Buzz: Off the Chain Bikes moving to new location

Off the Chain Bikes will be moving to a new location in town at the end of the month. The local bicycle shop will be relocated to McCray Street in the Save Mart shopping center. The new address is 101 McCray St., Ste. 101 and is located in the north end of the shopping center near Focus on Health and San Benito Dance Academy.

Vince Camuto Store celebrates first year

On June 23, ambassadors of the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce, store manager Gabe Betancourt and employees at the Vince Camuto Store in the Gilroy Premium Outlets, 8155 Arroyo Circle, Suite A016 to congratulate them on their first anniversary.

New gymnastics location in Morgan Hill

California Sports Center (CSC) celebrates its 25th anniversary with the grand opening of a new gymnastics facility in Morgan Hill, its seventh facility in San Clara County. The facility 16959 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill, will be completely renovated and equipped with all new state-of-the-art equipment. The 6,000 square foot gym will be home to both boys and girls ages from 18 months to 18 years old. CSC will provide preschool, recreational and team classes for the children and families in Morgan Hill and surrounding areas. The programs will teach how to perform level appropriate routines, just like a competitive gymnast where students enjoy a “Gold Medal Day” graduation every eight weeks where they earn the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned in front of a live audience of friends, family and staff.

The Barn at Hoey Ranch grand opening

On June 21, the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce helped celebrate the opening of The Barn at Hoey Ranch with owners, Jim and Debbie Hoey. Known to rise before daylight and travel to remote parts of the state, the Hoey’s have stocked their barn with unique and one-of-a-kind indoor and outdoor treasures they have discovered on their trips. Visit the Barn, 2480 Hecker Pass Road in Gilroy, Friday, Saturday and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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