Open Space Authority founders recall its vision
Virginia Holtz grew up in Washington State and at a young age lived in a log house in a state park not far from Seattle. Her father was the caretaker of the park and her grandparents were farmers. Holtz’s childhood was spent outdoors; she recalls seeing the local Native Americans fishing for eels and watching tadpoles grow legs and become frogs. When she married and moved to Santa Clara County in 1979, she was shocked at the rapid, unplanned development going on all around her. In contrast, people in Washington seemed to place a high priority on open space, parks, lakes and farmland.
Michele Campbell Insurance Services celebrates grand opening
There was a grand opening and ribbon-cutting at Michele Campbell Insurance Services, located at 60 Fourth St., Suite 102, Aug. 21. Michele has more than 25 years experience in the insurance industry and specializes in the Medicare health insurance arena and is a managing general agent for United Healthcare, offering the AARP products. Contact her office at (408) 848-2271.
Alleged stalker leads authorities in cross-town car chase
A Los Banos man and suspect in a pending stalking case led police officers in a cross-town pursuit Aug. 27 that ultimately ended in his arrest, according to Gilroy Police Department Sgt. Pedro Espinoza.
Prep Volleyball: Cougars out to prove dominance in their division
GILROY—The Christopher volleyball team made the move to the Monterey Bay League’s tough Gabilan Division last season, joining powerhouse teams such as Salinas, San Benito and Notre Dame. The perennial favorites took the top three spots, but the Cougars proved they deserved to be there, too and finished fourth in the division with a 14-18 overall record. Now that it has a year of experience under its belt, Christopher is looking to infiltrate the top three.
Youth Wrestling: Aguilar claims two national titles in Fargo
FARGO, N.D.—The Gilroy High wrestling program has a storied history of producing elite athletes. The Mustangs have sent several wrestlers to the Asics/Vaughan Cadet and Junior Nationals tournament in Fargo, N.D. before, but none have ever won it—until now.
