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November 21, 2025

GETTING OUT: Discovering a Harvey Bear Ranch gem

I found a gem. There it was in plain sight, a new trail but far enough out of the way that I only recently stumbled upon it.

A Splash of Wine and Butter Makes for a Delicious Grilled Crab

Crab. Just mention the word and a spontaneous association of

Make sure you have a PLAN

How many times have you completed play, only to realize that, if only you had played just a little bit differently, you might have taken an extra trick or two? I know I have. Over the years, the bridge gurus have developed a number of concepts and proven techniques that maximize your total trick count. The first concept, and to me, the most important, is the PLAN where each letter of the word PLAN has a specific meaning.

Governor’s Williamson Act axing a huge blow to a “greener” state

It may not be the unkindest cut and it may also not be the most

BASKETBALL: Warriors acquire Jefferson from Spurs, trade Jackson

The Golden State Warriors' recompense for trading guard Monta Ellis – who returns to Oracle Arena on Friday night as a Milwaukee Buck – is now a little sweeter.

Grill Mom a Special Meal to Show Your Appreciation

Next week marks another Mother's Day. Honoring mothers includes

New mobile app alerts local CPR-trained bystanders of nearby cardiac emergencies

According to the American Heart Association, every day nearly 1,000 Americans are killed by sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Once SCA strikes, time is critical.  For every minute that passes without a patient receiving resuscitation, the chances of that person surviving decreases by 10 percent. Unfortunately, 60 percent of SCA victims don't get CPR until professional help arrives and often, it's too late. That is why the City of Morgan Hill has teamed up with Fire Departments within Santa Clara County and El Camino Hospital to launch the PulsePoint mobile app to all of Santa Clara County, according to a press release from the City of Morgan Hill.  PulsePoint is a location-based app that alerts CPR-trained citizen bystanders that a person nearby requires help, allowing them to start CPR before the ambulance arrives, and save valuable time. When 911 is called to report a SCA, the 911 operator sends a PulsePoint alert, which is received by nearby app users who are provided the location of the SCA emergency. The app can also help locate the nearest Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to use in resuscitation efforts. PulsePoint, when combined with CPR and AED training, is a powerful combination to potentially saving a life, according to the press release. Today's Good Samaritan laws are designed to protect those who decide to come to the aid of someone in need. If you live in Morgan Hill and have an Apple or Android smartphone, visit the Apple App Store or Android Apps on Google Play to download the PulsePoint app.  If you aren't CPR trained, sign up for training today by visiting the American Heart Association website at www.heart.org or the American Red Cross website at www.redcross.org/CPR-trainingFor more information on the PulsePoint mobile app visit www.pulsepoint.org

Using local Realtors

Shopping local is a mantra you usually hear from downtown associations and others pushing us to spend where we live and help make our community stronger by supporting small businesses.The idea of shopping local is just as applicable when choosing a real estate agent. There is no substitute for local expertise, networking and market experience. Sometimes the choice for a Realtor is a family member or friend who has a passing interest in real estate, and may be from out of the immediate area. This may help make social gatherings easier, but could hurt when it comes to competing for a home in a local market.Local agents enjoy the power of networking with fellow agents, hearing about new listings in real time, moving quickly to show property and really knowing the market they serve. When you make an offer with a local agent who is known by their peers, it brings credibility to the offer immediately, as opposed to someone from out of area who may be working the market part-time or for the first time.Real estate agents are like any other local businesspeople. Call around, find a few to interview and when you sell or buy your next home, shop locally.Jayson Stebbins is a 23-year veteran of the mortgage banking industry. He grew up in Morgan Hill and currently lives in Gilroy. He is the local branch manager of Guild Mortgage. Contact Jayson and his team at (408) 825-0220 or at stebbinsmortgageteam.com. 

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