Why our community retains that small-town essence
French philosopher Alexis de Tocqueville visited America in 1835
After many failed attempts, it’s time to take a real vacation
Personally, I've never been a big fan of vacations. For me,
Differentiated Diplomas Would be Fair to All High School Students
There was a massive sigh of relief last month from about 25,000
Amazed at What Gets a Rise Out of Readers
Sometimes I am amazed at what gets a rise out of Dispatch readers. In recent weeks, huge scandalous incidents have been reported.
Learning to Appreciate Growing up in Gilroy
It seems like perhaps the most pivotal time of the year has arrived for Gilroy High seniors.
Garlic Festival Should be All About Promoting Local Business
Gilroy's local brewery should be allowed in to sell beer at the
Cheers and Jeers: Police Union Takes a Clear Stand
The following organizations and individuals deserve either CHEERS or JEERS this week:
End-of-the-Year Clean Up before Christmas
We bought our Christmas tree last Friday. We drove to San Martin
The Answers Aren’t Algebra, It’s Just Common Sense
Often during my two-month hiatus from writing this column, I had












