WEAVER: Timeout to point a few things out
The 38th annual Charlie Wedemeyer Silicon Valley Youth Classic All-Star football game is approaching - July 18 at 7:30 p.m. from Westmont High School, to be exact.
Red Phone: What are the rules on fireworks?
“Dear Red Phone, You know what really chaps my hide? My neighbors launching fireworks at all hours of the night this Fourth of July (and often the next day, too!) Can you remind people the rules about lighting fireworks at your home and how to dispose of them? I sincerely appreciate it.”
U.S. trials a preview of Olympic drama
If what happened at the U.S. Olympic trials is any indication, the London Olympics will be pulsing with splendid drama.
Grace knows no barriers
As I come home from our church after checking that everything is locked up and cleaned up for the night, I have this feeling of happiness in my heart.
Tarmoh withdraws from runoff with Felix and from Olympic berth
EUGENE, Ore. – Sprinter Jeneba Tarmoh withdrew from consideration for a 100-meter-dash berth on the U.S. Olympic team, canceling the runoff race she and Allyson Felix had been scheduled to contest Monday evening at Hayward Field.
Phelps won’t race in 200-meter freestyle at London Olympics
BALTIMORE – Michael Phelps will not chase eight gold medals at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London. His coach Bob Bowman tweeted late Monday morning that the Olympian will not race in the 200-meter freestyle, giving him a slate of seven events in London.
Whether pit bulls or health care, it’s about personal responsibility
Two pit bulls killed a horse in in Morgan Hill last month.
MLB: Late push lifts Giants’ all-star delegation
SAN FRANCISCO - Giants fans have long shown their passion at the turnstiles, and Sunday their frenzy was revealed at the All-Star game ballot box.
Some Interesting Stats
The August issue of Runners World Magazine has an interesting article on changes to the half-marathon running scene here in the USA. A couple of tidbits caught my eye.
Parents, Alzheimer’s and money: Easing into a difficult conversation
Every eighth American aged 65 and older has Alzheimer's disease, and 43 percent of Americans aged 85 and older have it, according to the Alzheimer's Association. Consider those percentages in light of the Social Security Administration's estimate that about 25 percent of today's 65 year olds will live past age 90. These shocking statistics have serious implications for family wealth.

















