Opinion

I am delighted at the success of Ron Erskine's group hike to Clouds Rest. It has been my great privilege to hike to Clouds Rest twice. I never attempted Half Dome, and have no regrets. Looking down on Half Dome and Yosemite Valley was unforgettable. I can think of no single vista in my 75 years that surpassed this one. I remember wandering through a marshy area (this was spring) and thinking we would never find the trail. GPS has probably solved that issue.

I am writing this letter to announce that after 36 years of crossing children at Tres Pinos school, I am retiring. I want to thank all the principals, teachers, school board members, parents, and students for all the kindness and waves of support during my many years as crossing guard!

The health and prosperity of San Benito County has always depended on a reliable source of water. As a former member of the San Benito County Water District and a lifelong resident of this area, I know that developing a reliable water supply requires vision and commitment.

Is anyone else getting sick and tired of these club cards at all the stores? Club cards that you have to swipe every time you go through the register in order to get the sale price. Club cards that you have to give your personal information so that you can be bombarded with not only emails from the stores themselves, but any and all of the companies they sell your names and personal information to. Oh yes, they all say WE don't sell your personal information or your email address! Yet every time you sign up for one of these club cards you get bombarded with emails from companies that you've never heard of or purchased anything from. NOT buying it!

Most people living in the greater Hollister community would agree with that statement. A solution is being proposed that will provide reliable, high-quality drinking water and support a better quality of life for everyone in our community.