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October 7, 2025

POTW: Brittany

Hi there everyone! I'm Brittany and I'm a fun little fuzzball looking for a great place to call home! I'm still learning what this big world is all about, so I hope to find a home with a nice person who can give me lots of affection and play time. I'll be sure to put a smile on your face with my silly antics! If you're ready for a summer of kitten fun, ask to meet me today! Visit the Humane Society Silicon Valley, 901 Ames Ave., Milpitas, or call (408) 262-2133.

From Gilroy to greatness: Where are they now?

Maybe it wasn’t all due to the fact they lived in Gilroy that made them a magnet for success, but these Mustangs have made us proud. Read more in our “Where Are They Now?” feature.

GPS Flea Market and Carnival

The big scissors and red ribbon were brought to the Gilroy Prep School Flea Market and Carnival event on April 28. Surrounded by students, Principal James Dent cuts the ribbon. The school provides a world-class education to students of Gilroy. Beginning with kindergarten through second grades, GPS will expand to K-8 over the next six years. For information, visit gilroyprep.com.

Chris Hoch joins EverBank

EverBank announced that Chris Hoch has joined the retail lending division as a mortgage loan officer. Hoch will work out of EverBank’s Santa Clara and San Benito offices. He will offer residential mortgage solutions to local customers and build awareness of EverBank’s products and programs in the local community. Hoch has more than 23 years of experience in the mortgage industry. He belongs to the Santa Clara County Association of Realtors, the Women’s Council of Realtors and is a board member of Community Media Access Partnership.

Cyclonix celebrates sixth anniversary

Cyclonix Inc. recently celebrated its sixth anniversary and its best first quarter ever. Warren Lopez, vice president of Cyclonix, shared the news at the company’s annual team dinner and awards ceremony. In addition, Cyclonix named Julie Budde and Adam Lopez its Employees of the Year. Greg Bailey won the Murphy Award for symbolizing the spirit of Cyclonix and Billy Flick was named rookie of the year.

Brad Ledwith attends MASTERS Conference

Brad Ledwith, from Ledwith Financial Wealth Management recently attended the MASTERS Conference, an event for top advisors hosted in Washington, D.C., by LPL Financial, the nation’s number one independent broker-dealer. “Attending the MASTERS Conference helps demonstrate our firm’s commitment to continuing education,” Ledwith said. “Through this event, I gained insight into many of the latest financial strategies and trends that will allow me to continue putting my clients’ best interests first.” 

Police arrests: May 14 – May 22

Gilroy police arrests: For your daily police blotter, visit www.gilroydispatch.com

BASKETBALL: Gavilan hires new women’s basketball head coach

For the first time since the 2004-05 season, Gavilan College will have a women's basketball team. And Erik Nelson has been hired as the Rams' head coach to begin the ground-up resurrection of the program.

Red Phone: Grunt. Tennis nets hang too low

“Dear Red Phone, I play tennis for recreation – and I so appreciate the city's free facilities – but I've noticed some nets are hanging low. How often does the city check on these and who should I call if I see a low net? Thanks a lot.”

Forum on future charter school scheduled in Hollister

A Gilroy-based charter school with plans to open a similar charter school in Hollister is hosting an educational forum June 13 at Paine's Restaurant.

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