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April 9, 2026

MMA: ‘AntDawg’ to fight for 125-pound title in Arizona

Gilroy professional mixed martial artist Anthony “AntDawg” Figueroa is scheduled to fight for the 125-pound title at the Coalition of Combat's Pound 4 Pound event Sept. 15 in Arizona.

Courage under fire

As summer winds down, fall leaves begin their descent from green to gold, and many people in Gilroy are taking the opportunity to go on one last trip. Some are enjoying Bay Area backroads treks for the weekend, and some, like my friend Lisa, journeyed to Maui with her two children for respite after a year in which they suffered the loss of husband and father.

What is a trail?

Having just run the Mount Madonna Challenge last weekend I got to thinking about trail running and why runners like it  even though it is harder and sometimes more injury prone than other kinds of running.  In spite of the drawbacks trail running is very popular and becoming more so every year.

Can we avoid the approaching ‘fiscal cliff’?

Recently, you may have heard about the “looming fiscal cliff,” the “coming fiscal cliff” and so forth. What exactly is it?

NHL labor negotiations stall

LOS ANGELES – They were reduced to quibbling over who decided to call a recess. That pretty much explains how matters transpired Friday in what was a relatively brief negotiating session between the NHL and the NHL Players' Association in New York.

$18k down, First 5 fumble, a wide hobby world and a sapphire-special casino night

Drum roll, please, for this statement from the Garlic Festival Board of Directors regarding missing revenue: “Since the discovery of missing funds from a ticket booth, the 2012 Garlic Festival Board of Directors has chosen to address this incident as a criminal matter and defer comment to the Gilroy Police Department. This incident will in no way impact the total revenue distribution to participating non-profit organizations.” Batten down the hatches. So, GPD, how many interviews have been conducted? In the department’s view, is there clear evidence of a theft? Have the suspect(s) been contacted? Is the District Attorney’s office reviewing the facts? What are the facts thus far? If answers to these basic questions would “compromise” the investigation, please explain how that’s the case. and they should be given as much information as possible as soon as it’s available.

Bull riders to return to Hollister on Sept. 8

For the sixth-consecutive year, professional bull riders will make their way to San Benito County on Sept. 8, but this year’s Hollister bull ridding festivities will be slightly different.

Staph infections and Methicillin Resistance in Companion Animals

Staphylococcus (staph) bacteria are all around us in an intimate way since it normally lives on the skin and mucous membranes of both people and animals alike. It usually is not of a concern to the individual if the skin is functioning normally and there is not a risk for infection (e.g., systemic illness and immune compromise). When infection is present, usually of the skin, most staph bacteria are susceptible to commonly prescribed antibiotics. Although many individuals walk around every day with staph bacteria, not all staph are alike. Indeed, Staphylococcus aureus prefers people (as well as pigs and some horses) over dogs and cats, Staphylococcus pseudintermedius likes the skin of companion animals over man.

Glaciers, fjords, eagles: A glorious peek at Alaska

Starting in Sitka, “The Historic America Bus Tour” visits all of the historical highlights of this former “Russian Capitol.”

Interfaith Council created in Morgan Hill

Morgan Hill seems to be a great place to live. The community has lots of upscale housing, and much of the population commutes to high-paying jobs in Silicon Valley. The taxpayers have provided many public amenities, like a modern soccer complex, indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities, and a community and cultural center.  

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