‘Superior Donuts’: A superior evening at the theatre
Tracy Letts is definitely in the building. The prolific
Why do outlet stores leave doors open with AC running?
We were just at the outlets in Gilroy and went into a store. The air conditioner was blasting and they had all four doors open at the business. Why would they leave the doors open when it was in the high-80s?
This just in: News that’s out of our world
With relentless reports about government shutdowns, congressional showdowns and elected officials who put the “fun” in dysfunctional, I’m hard pressed to add anything new to what’s been said 11 bazillion times already.
Thanks for Your Help in Making This Possible
It's hard to believe, but this month marks the end of my fourth
Prescription to save an ailing California
Only a fool, or perhaps a politician or media pundit, would say California is not in trouble, despite some modest recent improvements in employment and a decline in migration out of the state. Yet the patient, if still very sick, is curable, if the right medicine is taken, followed by the proper change in lifestyle regimen.
Lessons from Mom: Make lemonade out of lemons
I'm often-asked what inspired me to become a veterinarian. I chose this profession after hearing an enthusiastic vet talk about his typical day's work. It was exciting and anything but routine. But my love for animals and for helping people was first inspired by my parents, both very kind individuals. Dad was tough. He taught me important survival skills. And together, we developed a love for fixing things, including some old cars.
Red Phone: Why clean only for company?
"Why does Gilroy only clean up for company? I have lived in Gilroy for 20+ years. I own a business in Gilroy, and it seems the only time any cleanup or weed cutting is done is when the Garlic Festival is happening. Maybe they should put aside money for diesel tractors so the vegetation can be cut more than once a year. Why is it only cleaned for visitors and not the residents whose taxes pay for these services and live here year-round, not just one weekend?"