Graniterock sought seismic study at quarry
Graniterock Co. appears to have played a larger role than first disclosed in a seismic survey that could detect oil and gas deposits in this rural community that straddles San Benito, Santa Cruz and Monterey county lines.
Safeway ends gas promotion after losing Dixon case
Safeway Inc. has ended a discount promotion at its gas stations nationwide, apparently in response to a legal dispute over a single station in Dixon.
Jazz Under the Stars is on the horizon
If you’re looking to enjoy a night of relaxing music, food and wine – while giving back to the needy – the seventh annual Jazz Under the Stars event is around the corner.
Historic church embraces diversity
The Morgan Hill United Methodist Church has a long history of serving the community ever since its earliest beginnings. Built in 1893, the following year it housed the town’s public school until Machado School was constructed.
Corps of Engineers to hold scoping meetings on solar project
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is set to hold scoping meetings for the Panoche Valley Solar Project and the preparation of an environmental impact statement.
South Valley conspiracy in Marilyn Monroe’s death?
If you attended the Morgan Hill Independence Day parade, you might have got a glimpse of screen goddess Marilyn Monroe. She wore a sensuous pink dress, sat in a convertible and waved with movie star poise. She might have even blown you a kiss. The 1950s-era actress is often impersonated by Morgan Hill resident Laurren Cowan. But our South Valley region has a true Marilyn Monroe connection, one involving a conspiratorial tale with no happy Hollywood ending.
Bluetooth in car is more trouble than it’s worth
My Bluetooth is out to get me. Oh, sure, I’ve always had a problem with this technology. First with the original Bluetooth - the one where everyone wore what appeared to be ginormous, ugly earrings in one ear? I hated those things and not just because of the ugly earring aspect.
Olympics: Jordyn Wieber next to last on floor exercises, would have sat if not Olympics
She didn't want it to end this way. No one did.
Relay in Hollister paces for another six figures
At least 50 teams of local residents showed up Aug. 4 to spend 24 hours at Andy Hardin Stadium at San Benito High School for the annual Hollister Relay For Life.
Football: Local high school alumni fill Rams’ roster
A pair of returning Gavilan College football players sauntered into head coach Spencer Gilford's office Friday afternoon after a volunteer weightlifting session. Sweating profusely, the duo took an empty seat and stared straight ahead at some summer practice film.
