Monthly Archives: December 2014
Gilroy’s Dickson competes for Miss California USA
Gilroy’s Rebecca Dickson has been selected to represent the Garlic Capital in the 2015 Miss California USA contest.
Alejo proposes to ban ‘Redskins’ as school mascot in Calif.
Assemblyman Luis Alejo has proposed a bill aiming to ban the use of "Redskins" as a mascot in California public schools.
Prep Basketball: Mustangs look to surprise opponents with speed, IQ
GILROY—On paper, there are a lot question marks surrounding Gilroy’s squad heading into the season. It graduated seven seniors and really only has one big man on the roster. It’s a young team, made up of mostly juniors and sophomores. But there’s an abundance of things you don't see on paper—and the Mustangs are more than happy to surprise their opponents.
Police blotter: Rape by force or violence
The Gilroy Police Department made arrests for a variety of crimes this past week, including rape by force or violence, grand theft, assault with a deadly weapon and driving under the influence. All arrests were recorded in the GPD blotter between Nov. 23 and 30. All suspects remain innocent until proven guilty, and an appearance in the arrest log does not signify guilt for the listed crime/s.
Youth Cheerleading: Browns sending two squads to Nationals
GILROY—The Gilroy Browns cheerleaders are headed to Florida.
$36,000 award for Jewish teen leaders
Know a socially-minded teen with a passion for repairing the world? The Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards is seeking nominations of Jewish teens with exceptional community service/social change projects that embody the value of tikkun olam, repairing the world. Nominations for the awards present an opportunity for educators, civic leaders and teen mentors to acknowledge Jewish teens whose thoughtful approach to making a difference is creating meaningful change, whether locally, nationally or globally. The Helen Diller Family Foundation will recognize up to 15 recipients for its 2015 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards with $36,000 each.
Gavilan Roundup: Dec. 1
Gavilan took Fresno City College to four sets Tuesday, but unfortunately for the Rams, their season would end there.
Ida Lazzerini July 27, 1933 – November 27, 2014
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorials be directed to The American Cancer Society c/o Grunnagle-Ament-Nelson Funeral Home. Services will be private. See www.grunnagle.com for condolences.
Harvey Robert Johnson 1945 – November 28, 2014
Harvey Robert Johnson 1945 - November 28, 2014 At Harvey’s request, no official services will be held. However, relatives and friends are welcome at his home on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at 2:00 P.M., to honor him with a Bud Light toast to his life.
