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Texas Cabin restoration celebrated with ribbon-cutting
Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs celebrated the restoration and dedication of the newly restored Texas Cabin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 18.The Texas Cabin was built in the early 1920s utilizing elements from an earlier building on the same site. Built during the period in which Gilroy Hot Springs was owned and operated by the William J. McDonald family, the cabin provided four separate accommodations with two bathrooms. Later it housed Japanese families recovering from their time in internments camps during World War II.The Texas Cabin is one of the largest remaining cabins at Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs. The restoration was jointly funded by California State Parks and private donations with work completed by Southwest Construction and overseen by state parks staff.Gilroy Yamato Hot Springs can be toured by reservation only by calling (408) 314-7185 or e-mailing info@GilroyYamatoHotSprings.org.
FD officials ask revelers to play safe this July 4
Morgan Hill Fire Marshal Dwight Good first became attracted to fire work when he joined the Mariposa County Volunteer Fire Department in 1991. At first it was just a fun hobby, but that hobby eventually turned into a passion for keeping people safe from fire.
Hundreds of new jobs for Gilroy
Hundreds of new jobs and truckloads of natural and organic foods are coming to Gilroy.
UPDATED: Identity of man in fatal Hecker Pass accident released
A Santa Cruz man died early Saturday morning in a solo vehicle accident near 1750 Hecker Pass Highway, according to a press release from the Gilroy Police Department.
Running: Mt. Madonna Challenge to test runners for 38th year
If you’re ready to elevate your running, the Mt. Madonna Challenge may be for you.
Garlic and friendship: A perfect combination
You’ll find me at the Garlic Festival almost every year. If I’m not meandering around with friends, I at least take a quick break from work Friday to swing by and grab a peppersteak sandwich and some garlic bread.
Saying hello
I’ve been the sports editor here at the Dispatch for two weeks now, so it’s probably time I said hello.
Prep Football: Mustangs optimistic despite low numbers
Gilroy’s spring football session revealed a low turnout for the program -- but the Mustangs aren’t worried.
Youth Alliance honors two community heroes
The Youth Alliance will be honoring two community heroes at its “White Nights – a benefit for peace” fundraiser on May 18, at San Juan Oaks Golf Club, 3825 Union Road, in Hollister
South County Democrats to meet Saturday in Gilroy
The South County Democratic Club will meet Saturday, Feb. 16 at the Gilroy Library, 350 Sixth Street, from 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. The meeting agenda includes committee reports and planning for the club’s summer BBQ. For more information contact Club President Eleanor Villarreal at eleanorvill@charter.net.
