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February 27, 2026

Bookstore prepares for final chapter

The final chapter of BookSmart may soon be written. Citing mounting debt following a move from downtown Morgan Hill to East Dunne Avenue, BookSmart owners Brad Jones and Cinda Meister face the imminent closure of their Morgan Hill mainstay. “It’s heartbreaking,” Meister said. “This is our...

Gilroy Chamber president/CEO announces departure

The Gilroy Chamber of Commerce announced today that President & CEO Michelle Carlen has stepped down from her role and will return to Southern California to be closer to family and friends while focusing on new personal priorities. Carlen’s resignation is effective Nov. 14.  Although saddened...

Briefs: New VP at Pinnacle Bank

Pinnacle Bank, located in Gilroy, announced that Jeffrey D.

Alara Cellars brings top-quality wines to downtown Morgan Hill

I would like to say hello again to those that have read my columns in the past and wondered what happened to the columns. I apologize for taking some time away due to life changes. I lost my precious little buddy, Sonny, who was...

Downtown Live returns with music, culture and community

Gilroy is turning up the volume this summer as Downtown Live returns for another unforgettable concert season. Every Thursday from 5-9pm through Aug. 14, the streets of downtown Gilroy will come alive with music, food and community connections.  This free, family friendly series is a...

SolarCity offers solar power at Best Buy

SolarCity, the nation’s largest residential solar power provider, is teaming with Best Buy, the world’s largest multi-channel consumer electronics retailer, to make residential solar electricity service available to customers through select Best Buy stores, including Gilroy. To celebrate the new offering, SolarCity will give every customer a $100 Best Buy gift card if they sign up for solar service through Best Buy before April 22. Details: bestbuysolarcity.com.

San Martin ‘treasure’ Kenneth Ludewig dies

Lifelong San Martin resident Kenneth Ludewig, a local “treasure” who brought joy to countless South Valley residents as the creator and operator of the former San Martin Country Park & Pumpkin Patch, died unexpectedly on Nov. 7, according to family members. He was 74...

Sweet fix: Sugarland Candy Haven

Location: 6955 Camino Arroyo, Suite 20

Gilroy Rodeo tickets on sale

Now that the Garlic Festival has come and gone, it's about time for Gilroy's next weekend event. The Gilroy Rodeo is returning after a 62-year hiatus. Tickets are now on sale for the Aug. 11 and 12 rodeo at gilroyrodeo.com. By keeping ticket prices low,...

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