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Kristi Ellington attends conference

Kristi Ellington from Ellington Financial recently attended focus13, a financial services industry conference. Held in San Diego, Aug. 18-21, focus13 was one of the industry's premier sales and education events for financial professionals. More than 5,700 total attendees from around the country assembled to learn new strategies and skills, expand knowledge in numerous product areas and network with peers and industry experts. “Attending focus13 provided an exceptional opportunity for me to attend a number of business sessions, technology training sessions and continuing education classes to stay well-informed of financial trends and industry best practices,” Ellington said. “Most importantly, I also discovered strategies to continually improve my communication and engagement with my clients.”

Popular taqueria rolls into new home

Hollister–After feeding hungry locals for six years out of a taco truck on San Benito Street, popular El Gruellense has opened a permanent location in Hollister. The restaurant, located at 900 Fourth St., opened last Friday, featuring the usual selection of tacos, burritos and quesadillas.

Local mother on a mission to prevent child drownings

After Morgan Hill resident Kristina Andrews lost her daughter, Kourtney, to a drowning accident about six years ago, the local mother knew she wanted to do something to help prevent other families from suffering similar tragedies.  The desire to make a difference continued to grow...

County launches grant program to help extend childcare options

Santa Clara County is steering $15 million into expanding childcare services in the county, officially launching last week a grant program that was approved in February.  Funds can be used by recipients for facility improvements and operating costs, including rent and wages.  The county Board of...

Bea’s Flowers and Gifts

Location: 411-B First St.

New law allows more farmworker housing development in Santa Clara County

Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signed a new state law that could lead to more farmworker housing development in Santa Clara County.  Assembly Bill 3035 was authored by Assemblymember Gail Pellerin and was inspired by Santa Clara County Supervisor Sylvia Arenas’ Agricultural Worker Housing Initiative, says...

Grass Farm celebrates 10-year anniversary

Grass Farm’s Garden Accents recently celebrated their 10-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting. Stop by and see their expansive selection of garden art, plants and landscaped designs throughout the property. Grass Farm’s Garden Accents is located at 11155 Lena Ave.

No Place Like Home-Made for Local Taco Shop

Juan Diaz, 34, started selling tacos four years ago from a truck in a parking lot at Farrell Avenue and Monterey Road, when he found the secret to growing his business was giving people what they would get in Mexico.

New RV Business Cruises Into Town

Adventuresome families chugging along U.S. 101 in their

Business Profile: Feelin’ Festive!

location: Home based at 2425

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