Ranch dreams of hay for rescue horses
The San Juan Bautista-based Dreamor Ranch Foundation took in six of several dozen emaciated and neglected horses, but the organization soon expects more since four of the equines arrived pregnant.
Adopt Gracey
Gracey is a 6-year-old German shepherd who is sweet, well-behaved and good on a leash. She loves attention and like give hugs and kisses. She has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since December and would love to find a forever home. If you are interested in adopting an animal, please call (408) 686-3900.
Miss California Rodeo Salinas contest opens
The California Rodeo Salinas, which runs July 18-21 at the Salinas Sports Complex, seeks candidates for Miss California Rodeo Salinas.
Former interim president to say on at Gavilan for special project
After earning $20,000 for serving as Gavilan College’s interim president for one month earlier this year, Dr. Victor Krimsley is rejoining the community college staff as the new interim Vice President for Special Projects, a position the Board created specifically for him.
Owlivia teaching owlets everything they need to know
“Are you my mother?” the two downy little owlets appear to be asking Owlivia (left). Alas, Owlivia, WERC's non-releasable educational screech owl, can only be a surrogate to the babies who were orphaned last month and will never see their real mommies again.
Groundwater report: County remains flush in 2011
Report: Groundwater was at or near record levels in 2011
POTW: Chester
Chester is a 2-year-old Chihuahua mix who is very sweet and easy going, doesn't bark and is great on walks. He is also good with other dogs. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since March. If you are interested in adopting an animal at the shelter, please call (408) 686-3900.
FEMA to conduct emergency test
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) said that on the morning of Nov. 9, people across the state will hear tones, or see a test message across their screens, saying "this is a test."
A bundle of expenses
Expecting a baby? You'll be giving birth to some major home-decorating costs as well. Estimates are that outfitting a nursery costs anywhere from $2,000 and $6,000, and that's just the start.















