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Food insecurity is a growing crisis that affects millions of people across the world. It is not just a problem of developing nations; even in wealthy countries, many individuals and families struggle to access enough nutritious food. This issue is exacerbated by economic instability,...

Locale, a food delivery company with a focus on local restaurants and farms, has expanded its service to Gilroy. Locale is the brainchild of Los Gatos natives and recent college graduates Chris Clark and Jonathan Friedland, who have seen their company grow from just 20...

Henry Miller’s big red barn has never looked this good, or been this sturdy, since it was built in 1891. The old mudsill foundation was replaced with concrete throughout. More rafters have been constructed to brace the structure. In addition, the rotted siding has been...

A woman who was hit by a vehicle while crossing a street in Gilroy last week has died from injuries she suffered in the collision. Her husband was struck by the same vehicle, and he was pronounced dead at the scene near Las Animas...

Selecting students for the Gilroy Dispatch’s annual senior spotlight honor is no enviable task. That’s why we make the principals, school counselors and staff sort it out. These students have navigated the labyrinth of high school hurdles, and we are inspired by their optimistic...

For years, I have been railing against the so-called jobs/housing imbalance, believing that the underlying construction of the logic that forms this seemingly simple premise is fundamentally flawed. While there are several flaws in the jobs/housing imbalance premise, this discussion will be limited to...

After celebrating the holidays with her family and recovering from a bout of Covid, Zoe Lofgren flew back to Washington, DC on Jan. 2 to begin her new term representing California’s 18th Congressional District in the US Congress. The district follows Highway 101 from...

Tom Burt, educator and legendary football coach of Los Altos and Gilroy High Schools passed away on Oct. 16 from stroke complications at the age of 94. Tom inspired generations of students and athletes to value teamwork and perseverance, pursue their passions and fulfill their...

Welcome to April! Before we discuss the upcoming month’s tremendous two, let’s quickly check my 2024 New Year’s weight loss resolution. As of mid-March, my loss was 10.6 pounds. I’m working hard, and so are you! Longtime cyclists all know that the fourth month is...

Gilroy Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Mark Turner announced Aug. 26 that he will step down from his position at the end of the year after nearly a decade at the helm. Turner, who is currently running for mayor of Morgan Hill, said that although the...