PGA TOUR: Compton receives inaugural Courage Award
SAN MARTIN — The Frys.com Open just became a little more special for Erik Compton.
Junior College Football: Gav’s Ellis named NCFA Offensive Player of the Week
Northern California Football Association has named Gavilan quarterback Nate Ellis its Offensive Player of the Week.
Marty: Here’s to Government Shutdown Week
I’m proposing a new public observance by presidential proclamation – Government Shutdown Week. It would be in addition to 51 special days, 23 special weeks and 46 special months already on the books including National Dairy Goat Awareness Week. Every year about the start of the fall season, the U.S. government should be required to shut down for a whole week as if they were dealing with a budget impasse. The last few shutdowns have revealed some advantages, so much so that we should institutionalize the practice and reap the benefits annually.
Former San Benito baseball star finds new path
It’s the spring of 2008, and Jason Sims is trying to revive his baseball career.
International Gift Faire marks 25 years
The holiday season is quickly approaching, as is witnessed by the many displays already appearing in stores. One of the features of the fall season is a multiplicity of craft fairs, bazaars, boutiques or similar events. Worthy of special note is one held annually at a church in San Jose's Willow Glen neighborhood.
Volunteers pick and learn about harvest
What's better than sleeping in on the weekend? For me, it's helping one of our local wineries during their annual harvest. On an early Saturday morning in September, I was lucky enough to be a part of the Satori Cellars Volunteers - an enthusiastic group of friends, family and wine club members who join together to pick and sort grapes out in the vineyard.
Don’t leave dogs in parked cars
Peg and I had a great time at the taste of Morgan Hill. Thanks to so many of you that stopped to talk cars and pets with me at the car show. Yes, that was our 1956 VW truck that was there Saturday. We had so much fun with everyone and we’re already looking forward to the next “Taste.” Maybe we’ll see you there next year. Now let’s get down to business.
Women’s Center open house set for Saturday
The Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital Women's Center is finished and ready to be seen by the public.
NHL: Hertl’s four goals lead Sharks past New York 9-2
SAN JOSE – Stepping outside of the Pacific Division for the first time this season did little to deter the streaking San Jose Sharks Tuesday night.
