Investors work to resolve fate of Sargent Ranch
The core dispute surrounding 6,400 pristine acres just south of Gilroy – a magnet for real estate developers, a Holy Grail to nature conservationists and “most sacred grounds” to a local Native American tribe – could unravel in court this month if the property’s dozens of investors find common ground.
A new center for arts, culture
The Blak Sage Gallery is undergoing a rebirth of sorts as it opens its doors for an artists' reception Friday from 5 to 7 p.m., 727 San Benito St., that will feature the work of nine local women artists.
Should you prepare for ‘fiscal cliff?’
As an investor, you can sometimes still feel you’re at the mercy of forces beyond your control. This may be especially true today, when the Federal Reserve has warned of an approaching “fiscal cliff.” What can you do in the face of such a dire prediction?
Lewis: Taking a off a little pressure
A very common problem with beginning golfers is that they have too much pressure on their grip. There are two very good drills that help develop good grip pressure.
Golf: Locals take a swing at the PGA
More than 80 local golfers took to the links Wednesday, in the first step to earning a spot in the 2012 Frys.com Open, which kicks off next week.
Morgan Hill youth serve others in Tennessee
In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus commands his followers to serve others: feed the hungry, welcome strangers, clothe the naked, care for the sick, visit prisoners. That remains perhaps the central message of Christianity: to reach out and help others in need.
Blended families, blended wines age well
When my husband and I met and married some 27 years ago, we brought our young daughters from previous marriages - his one, Sarah, and my two, Tara and Lindsey - and became a blended family. Mark and Sarah’s personalities are robust and structured while my girls and I are a little more fruity and complex. (Note: Mark especially agrees with the fruity description.) Our differences cause the usual squabbles but in the end, we are a great balance for each other. Our girls are all grown up now and it’s such fun when we all get together. Like a fine wine, our blended family has aged well.
Turkey dinners walk the streets
I know it’s fall. Oh, not because of the weather - which has been hotter than blazes the past week or so. No, I know it’s fall because the wild turkeys are out in full force.
