Celebrating Mom
Whether she’s “Mama,” “Madre” or something else altogether, one thing is clear: South Valley adores its moms—and as such, we want to celebrate each and every one of them.
SVGives raises $8 million for nonprofits
Inaugural fundraiser Silicon Valley Gives generated close to $8 million for nonprofit organizations within Santa Clara, San Mateo and San Benito counties.
Gavilan College announces President’s Honor Roll for Fall 2013
Eighty-seven Gavilan College students earned a place on the President's Honor Roll for Fall Semester 2013. To be placed on the President's Honor roll, a student must earn a 3.5 or higher grade point average in at least 15 units during a single semester. This honor is noted on students' transcripts.
Prep Lacrosse: Crosse-ing over
As a teenager, Christopher’s Athletic Director Darren Yafai dreamed of playing lacrosse. He knew the game inside and out, learning all the skills from his father, who had played in Canada. He frequently talked lacrosse with Gary Podesta—the head coach of the Santa Clara University team at the time—during his shift at Nob Hill where he bagged groceries. There was only one thing stopping Yafai from playing—Gilroy didn’t have a team.
GVA cafe organizes May 17 car show in downtown MH
The Grinds, Vines & Automobilia Cafe wants to celebrate its second anniversary with the community it serves, so owner Renee Carrillo has organized an inaugural car show scheduled from noon to 5 p.m. May 17 in downtown Morgan Hill.
Prep Diving: Cougars take two 1st, one second place finish in Pacific Division
GILROY—The Christopher diving team proved it’s the best the in Pacific Division.
Authorities to step up seat belt enforcement on May 19
The Gilroy Police Department, Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office and California Highway Patrol will be cracking down on motorists who don’t wear seat belts beginning May 19.
Peggy Guina
My mom is truly a strong, beautiful woman, and I never realized how strong she really was until now.