‘I do art because I have to’
Gilroy High School’s recent production of the beloved musical “Annie” deserves accolades. Director Ethan Stocks created a tight, fresh production enhanced with choreography by Hilary Little, an outstanding orchestra prepared by Greg Grant, and a cast of talented actors.
Giants defenders respect, not fear 49ers quarterback Smith
You won't see him pitching insurance in TV ads and he's not in the running for NFL MVP, but Alex Smith certainly has the Giants' attention.
Merit Pay Deserves Our Attention This Election Season
Merit's stock is the rise. Merit is an important topic in the
Mosque opponents target the evils of Islam
After months of arguing over county building codes in an effort to keep the proposed Cordoba Center Islamic mosque and cemetery out of San Martin, the Morgan Hill/Gilroy Patriots are turning the debate to the threat of Islamic presence in the South County with a public event this Saturday.
Rehab for baby bobcats
WERC, the Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation Center of Morgan Hill, is celebrating 20 years of successfully raising and releasing orphaned or injured bobcat kittens back to their native habitat using innovative and life-saving techniques.
Preventing Heart Worm Disease Worth it in the End
Editor's note: Morgan Hill resident and veterinarian Dr. John Quick is joining South Valley Newspapers as a new columnist. His column, discussing pet care, will appear biweekly, alternating with columns from San Martin veterinarian Dr. Pete Keesling.
Solstice has held meaning for people through the ages
When I visit the Chitactac-Adams County Park a few miles west of

















