Accident snarls traffic
Gilroy – A big rig crash on U.S. 101 just south of Monterey Road Tuesday morning left one man complaining of pain and slowed traffic for a short period.
The accident occurred about 9:30am when a big rig and pick up truck with a trailer nearly collided sending the pick-up truck into the center divider where it hit the guardrail. The driver of the pick-up complained of pain, but neither driver sustained serious injuries, police said.
Alcohol is not a factor and the crash is under investigation, California Highway Patrol officials said.
Golf tournament
Gilroy – Advance registration is under way for the annual Special Friends Golf Tournament (formerly the Gavilan Special Olympics Tournament). The four-person scramble is scheduled for Friday, with a 12pm shotgun start at Gilroy Golf Course, 2695 Hecker Pass Highway. The $100 donation includes refreshments, green fees, tee prizes, golf cart and dinner. Proceeds benefit Gilroy Community Services, Adaptive Recreation for the Developmentally Disabled. Participants must be at least 21 years old.
Details: John Garcia at 846-0460.
Help protect wildlife
San Martin – The Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center is having a barbecue and auction Saturday, June 10, from noon to 3pm at the San Martin Country Park, 13865 Monterey Road. Adults $35, children 4 to 12 $10, and children 3 and younger free. Advance ticket purchases are required; deadline to purchase tickets is Friday. Tickets available at W.E.R.C. or the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce.
Details: www.werc-ca.org or 779-WERC.
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