Young cast prepares for ‘Moana Jr.’ in Morgan Hill
South Valley Civic Theatre is kicking off its new season with “Moana Jr.,” a coming-of-age story featuring an all-youth cast that discovers the value of family and friendships.
Disney’s “Moana Jr.” follows Moana, a teenage girl who sets sail across the Pacific Ocean to save...
Gilroy schools distribute free meals to students
By Juan Reyes
Solorsano Middle School seventh-grader Jason Kern took a stroll inside the cafeteria last week to pick up his lunch.
He went with a bean and cheese burrito, a salad and some chocolate milk, a good choice any day of the week.
But the only...
Locals in the spotlight at Poppy Jasper International Film Festival
When the Poppy Jasper International Film Festival rolls into South Valley next week, audiences will be treated to a diverse lineup of films, many created by local talent with deep roots in the host communities.
Named one of the “25 Coolest Film Festivals in the...
Art center hosts group show, prepares for first-ever gala
6th Street Studios & Art Center is showcasing the work of 12 local artists in “Rising as a Community.”
The exhibit runs through July 31 at 64 West Sixth St. in downtown Gilroy.
Artists working in oil, acrylic, photography and other media have come together to...
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center hopeful feds will reverse Medicare termination
On Aug. 12, 2022, a man arrived at the trauma unit of the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in San Jose bleeding from multiple stab wounds to his wrist and abdomen. Doctors determined that he had stabbed himself with a four-inch knife.
After emergency surgery...
Gilroy High wrestlers to compete in college
Five Gilroy High wrestlers—Micah Doug Porter, Valerie Glenn, Daniel Glenn, Oscar Alfaro and Zack Fierro—had an honorary signing ceremony on campus April 25 signifying their intent to compete in college.
Porter (King University, Tennessee), Valerie Glenn (Colorado Mesa University), Daniel Glenn (Oklahoma Wesleyan), Alfaro (University...
Covid-19 testing continues in Gilroy
Santa Clara County is continuing to offer free Covid-19 diagnostic testing Aug. 11-14 in Gilroy.
These walk-up testing sites provide Covid-19 viral detection tests free of charge without an appointment, symptoms, insurance or a doctor’s note, and regardless of immigration status.
The testing site is located...
County creates guide for children’s issues
With nearly 438,000 children living in Santa Clara County, it is important elected officials and voters understand how funding and policy decisions impact children’s lives, according to an Oct. 11 announcement from the County Office of Education.
In partnership with the Local Early Education Planning...
Santa Clara County animal shelter urges public to adopt dogs
Nova the Bulldog mix is a playful 7-year-old girl who loves to roll around on the grass and explore her surroundings.
But she’s been homeless for six months, and despite the regular walks around town, Nova spends most of her time in a corner room...
Stay loyal: Organizations launch outreach campaign to support businesses
Lapels Dry Cleaning was one of the select businesses deemed “essential” during the early days of the shelter-in-place order, and with such a designation was not required to close its doors.
As owner Anita Bedoya points out, the business provides needed uniform services for police...