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October 12, 2025

Ribbon cutting at The Dollar Stop

A ribbon cutting was held Nov. 18 at The Dollar Stop, 144 Cochrane Plaza in Morgan Hill. Joining owner La’Shone Booker were her family, customers and members, ambassadors and staff of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce, along with Mayor Steve Tate. Details: (408) 779-2209. 

Ribbon cutting at BookSmart

BookSmart, 80 E. Second St., held a ribbon cutting Oct. 22 to showcase the new community conference room.  Joining owners Brad Jones and Cindy Meister were members, ambassadors and staff of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call (408) 778-6467.

Ellington recognized as a top advisor

Kristi Ellington was recognized as a top financial advisor and named to the LPL Financial Director’s Club. This distinction is based on an annual production ranking of the approximately 13,100 registered advisors nationwide who are supported by LPL Financial LLC (“LPL Financial”). Ellington provides independent financial planning services, investment advice and asset management services to more than 250 households in the Morgan Hill, Gilroy and Hollister area.

Station 55 celebrates new owners

On Oct. 12, the community welcomed Station 55’s new owners, Shauna and Charles Davis, to downtown Gilroy. Their restaurant is located at 55 Fifth Street. They received enthusiastic support from the fire department, friends, family and the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce.

Golden Eagle ribbon cutting

Golden Eagle Mortgage Group, 17500 Depot St., Morgan Hill, held a ribbon cutting Nov. 7. Joining owner Pauline Amstutz were many Golden Eagle staff, members, ambassadors and staff of the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce and the Gilroy Chamber of Commerce. The ribbon cutting was catered by another Chamber of Commerce member, Odeum restaurant. For information on joining the Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce call (408) 779-9444. 

Morgan Hill Athletic Club joins Chamber of Commerce

The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce ambassadors welcome the new Morgan Hill Athletic Club into the Chamber. The MHAC is located in the Walmart Center at 126 Cochrane Plaza. They are a very modern gym with all of the latest equipment.

Gilroy mural repainted and restored

Artist Gianni Martino, a resident of Italy who first painted the Fifth Street mural 20 years ago, returned to Gilroy in October to restore his original work of art. Gianni and his assistant, Mauro, completed the work Oct. 18. The Gilroy Downtown Business Association invited the community to join in celebrating the refurbishment of this downtown icon and to give thanks to the artists for their efforts.

Sakata Seeds celebrates grand opening

Sakata Seeds, 18095 Serene Drive in Morgan Hill, had a ribbon cutting Oct. 16. Sakata was celebrating both their return to the Chamber of Commerce and their new solar power throughout their facility.  In attendance were Sakata employees, various members of the Chamber of Commerce and many more.

Arline Silva awarded

Allstate agency owner Arline Silva received the Agency Hands in the Community Award for Silva’s commitment to helping others. With this award came a $1,000 grant from The Allstate Foundation for Advent Group Ministries Inc., where Silva volunteers.

Edward Jones ranks No. 1 in survey

For the 19th time, the financial services firm Edward Jones ranked No. 1 in WealthManagement

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