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Located in Morgan Hill on East Main Avenue, Guglielmo Winery has perfected the fine art of winemaking for three generations. Established by family patriarch, Emilio Guglielmo, the Guglielmo (Gool-yell-mo) family has produced wines in the Santa Clara Valley since 1925. Today, third-generation brothers, George, Gene and Gary Guglielmo, offer a family of award-winning private reserve varietals, the TRE value line, Emile's Heritage red and white, as well as sparkling and dessert wines. Our “signature” wine is our Estate Petite Sirah, which recently received 90 points from “Wine Enthusiast” magazine. Visit the tasting room and gift shop daily, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Located on the grounds is the Villa Emile Event Center, the perfect setting for weddings and corporate events.

Mary Julia Ward passed away in her home at the age of 84 on May 13, 2009. She was born to Ralph and Bennie Scurry, February 8, 1925 in Saluda, SC. She is survived by her children Margene, husband Rhon Martin of Loomis, Gregg Ward of Gilroy and Mina Ward of Morgan Hill. She was the grandmother of Stefanie, husband David Pinheiro, Kevin and Lauren Bertero, Alex Benavides and Thomas Mangano; great-grandmother of Britney Gitmed and Donavyn and Natalia Pinheiro. She is the sister-in-law of Esther Scurry of Columbia, SC and Ruth Burk of Riverside, CA and the aunt of Ralph and Grace Scurry of Irmo, SC.

Passed away in Rodeo, CA. He is survived by his wife Barbara M. Arias of Rodeo, children Joseph L. Arias of Gilroy, Jeanette M. Arias and Charles Arias both of Rodeo, grandfather of 10, great-grandfather of 12. He is also survived by his sister Dorothy Arias of Gilroy and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his siblings Jess Arias, Sally Arias, Mary Aria, Ida Luna, Fred Arias and Richard Arias. Raised in Gilroy, Mr. Arias moved to Rodeo in 1955 where he worked as a Refiner at C & H Sugar.

GILROY —The goal of the Gavilan football program isn’t to win games—though it likes it when that happens, too. Head coach Spencer Gilford said the goal is to help his young student-athletes to the next level and achieve their goals of playing at a four-year institution. On Friday, two more players were able to do that.

The Santa Clara County Open Space Authority is planning for the 348-acre Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, one of its newest acquisitions. The preserve is located at the west end of Kalana Avenue with spectacular views, rural character and large acreages of private agricultural and range lands surrounding it.

Gilroy Police arrested a man July 7 for reportedly setting fire to a business on First Street, but say they are still searching for another suspect who ignited multiple dumpsters throughout the city. Chase Harlow, 26, of Gilroy, was arrested at about 4pm after investigators...

Morgan Hill Wine and Cigar Shop recently celebrated its newly remodeled shop that now features more than 22 South Valley wineries, plus a wide selection of cigars. The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Christine Giusiana, board members, ambassadors, friends and staff joined Jeff Burrus in celebration. Morgan Hill Wine and Cigar Shop is located at 17430 Monterey Road in Morgan Hill. For more information, call (408) 776-7667 or visit www.MorganHIllCigar.com.