Editorial: Support independent bookstores
Independent bookstores can often be the hub of a community. They play a crucial editorial role in the literary world, offering a level of curatorial expertise, cultural influence and community engagement that larger chains and online retailers often lack.
Morgan Hill’s BookSmart, the passion of...
Cheers for Kiss a pig; jeers for the fires
What received a thumbs up and thumbs down from the Free Lance
Endorsement: Thompson has right character, experience for sheriff’s seat
Darren Thompson is a born professional.
It’s time for the return of the ‘Wild Ones’
With the Saddle Show and Rodeo back in the fold for another
Editorial: Lowering education standard underscores willingness to settle
When the board hired interim County Administrative Officer Ray Espinosa 11 months ago, he had a glaring absence on his résumé. He didn't have a bachelor's degree and, therefore, lacked the county's own minimum qualifications for the CAO job. The code required at least a bachelor's degree in public administration, business or a related field.
Editorial: Results are encouraging at Hollister-bound charter
While the Gilroy education community can celebrate the astonishing achievement of its second-year charter school, the news also lends itself to vast encouragement for Hollister.






