Golf: Augusta, home of the Masters golf tournament, admits first women
A decade after former Augusta National Golf Club chairman Hootie Johnson swore that the home of the Masters golf tournament would not admit women "at the point of a bayonet," the club has quietly invited two prominent women to join.
Historical Society to reschedule ‘Raise the Roof’ fundraiser
The San Benito County Historical Society members decided to cancel the second Annual "Raise the Roof" fundraiser that was set for this last Wednesday due to low ticket sales. The event was intended to raise money to rebuild the Dunneville Dance Hall at the County's Historical Park. It will likely be rescheduled for next Spring.
Ramey: Baseball needs to take a stronger stand on steroids
After more than 20 years of professional baseball players cheating the system and injecting themselves with anything that can enhance their ability, Major League Baseball finally realized its mistake and instituted the Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program in 2006.
Boxing: Stepping out of the Ghost’s shadow
It has already been a busy boxing summer for the Guerrero family. From Gilroy to Lake Tahoe to San Jose's HP Pavilion where Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero dazzled in a 12-round unanimous decision victory over Selcuk Aydin for the WBC Interim Welterweight championship of the world.
Angela Young: Mt. Madonna run kicks off autumn
The summer is more than halfway over and school is in session. That means the autumn foot racing season draws nigh. The 37th Annual Bill Flodberg Mt. Madonna Challenge, a Gilroy tradition, beckons hardy racers to toe the line in the dirt on Aug. 25.
Deep childcare cuts hit home at local agencies
Change can be hard, especially when you're 4 years old.
Questions to ask when drafting an estate plan
Because you've worked hard to create a secure and comfortable lifestyle for your family, you'll want to ensure that you have a sound financial plan that includes trust and estate planning. With some forethought, you may be able to minimize gift and estate taxes and preserve more of your assets for those you care about.
Bruce Lewis: Aim for the green, not the hole
A logical way to make more birdies is to simply have more birdie attempts. And the key to more attempts is to hit more greens in regulation.
Gavilan: Tonascia named Gavilan’s Student-Athlete of the Year
Being named Student-Athlete of the Year was never a goal Emily Tonascia outwardly expressed during her two years at Gavilan College. But it certainly was something she wanted.
Weaver: Melky’s mistake sours more than his season
Melky “The Melkman” Cabrera kind of spoiled his stay in San Francisco didn't he?
















