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Blake Lebeck constructed the controversial political display outside his east Morgan Hill home not to offend minorities or promote racism as some passersby have suggested, but to draw attention to the perils the country faces if President Barack Obama wins re-election in the Nov. 6 election.

HONOR: Scott Sandler: Scott Sandler was named Gavilan College's Employee of the Month for September 2012.

Turner is a 1-year-old Queensland heeler mix who is very affectionate and loves attention. He is good with dogs and children, is housetrained and good on a leash. He has been at the San Martin Animal Shelter since August. If you are interested, please call (408) 686-3900.

George is an Australian shepherd missing from Terracina Apartments in Morgan Hill. He can be skittish if scared. If you see him, call Stephanie at 408-679-6029 or the San Martin Animal Shelter at 408-686-3900.

Like an autumn leaf gliding on a breeze, a male kestrel gracefully floats over the bare field, waiting for a glimpse of an appetizing field mouse. His chestnut-colored back and tail and silvery-gray wings make him one of the most colorful of the raptors, a beautiful sight against a dreary October sky.

Medicare funding for South County’s only hospital is no longer in jeopardy of being cut off, since Saint Louise Regional Hospital received a green light from the organization that oversees compliance with health and safety standards for patients.

The suspect in the homicide of 25-year-old Hollister woman Heather Carroll been convicted on three drunken driving-related charges in San Benito County and previously served 649 days in jail since 2001 for those and other related traffic charges.

David J. Quiroz, 30, of Hollister was arraigned Tuesday afternoon on charges alleging murder and kidnapping for ransom with bodily harm in the death of Heather Carroll, 25, who was found in his Cerra Vista home by law enforcement authorities on Saturday.