The Hero of Allemand Raceway
It was a young guy from Hollister, Johnny Lomanto, who dominated our area’s roadster races. Many “hot rods” used Ford’s flat-head V-8, but Johnny raced a cut-down pickup with a hopped up GMC Six.
Rams are champions once again
For the first time in 49 years, the Gavilan College men’s basketball team can call itself champions. The Rams defeated San Jose City College 75-57 last Friday, clinching just their second conference title in program history (the only other title came in 1969).
The Rams...
Home Depot volunteers help DreamPower
The Home Depot Foundation has partnered with nonprofit DreamPower Horses for Warriors of Gilroy to transform the local facility that provides therapy using horses.
More than 55 members of Team Depot, The Home Depot's associate-led volunteer force worked on the project on their day off.
DreamPower...
‘Mighty Wind’ funniest film this year
Continuing in the hilarious vein that started way back with Rob
Kirigin Cellars
Founded in 1916, Kirigin Cellars is one of California's oldest wineries and is located in the hills west of Gilroy. Kirigin Cellars is home to fine wines, hand-crafted in small batches.
Sikhism is often a misunderstood religion
After the tragic shootings at a Sikh temple in Illinois earlier this month, many people seem to have questions about this religion. Sikh men are often confused with Muslims because they both often have facial hair and wear turbans. Although Sikhism is a major world faith (20 million members, at least 250,000 in California, including more than 50,000 in the Bay Area), most people may not know much about this faith.
Downtown ‘good neighbor’ policy moves forward
The Gilroy Planning Commission is recommending an ordinance that aims to promote a “good neighbor” policy for businesses and residents downtown.
The commission voted 6-1 for the new ordinance April 4, with Commissioner Casey Estorga dissenting. The ordinance will now head to the city council...















