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‘Appalling’: Disgraced horseback riding firm could face charges after animal dies
A horseback riding company that was kicked out of Golden Gate Park in May is under investigation by Santa Clara County officials for animal neglect following the death this month of a horse at a ranch in Milpitas. The Chaparral Corporation, whose permit with San Francisco’s parks was revoked after...
Monterey Bay Returns to Lynn Family Stadium for Fixture with Louisville City FC
LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (Friday, July 26, 2024) – Monterey Bay F.C. (7-8-5, 26 points) travels to Kentucky for a 5:00 p.m. PT showdown on Saturday against Eastern Conference side Louisville City FC (13-4-2, 41 points) at Lynn Family Stadium in Week 21 of the 2024 USL Championship regular season. Live streaming of the match will be available on ESPN+.
Soledad Historical Society’s ‘History of Women’s Fashion’ exhibit opens Saturday
SOLEDAD — Soledad Historical Society has announced a new display at the museum, located at 137 Soledad St., in Soledad. The exhibit, titled “The History of Women’s Fashion,” features more than 50 vintage dresses and showcases the evolution of women’s fashion through the decades, including from the California Rancho period and the Roaring Twenties.
Community Spotlight: Delaney McGraw & ‘Hank’
Delaney McGraw & ‘Hank’ won their Hampshire Weight Class at the CMSF! Delaney is a 3rd year member of Ranchita Canyon 4H, and Hank was bred by WD Swine out of Turlock, Ca. To submit your community spotlight, send a high resolution (300 dpi) jpeg photo by email to editor@13starsmedia.com, along with a caption up to 85 words.
Central Coast organizations join global movement for plastic-free July
MONTEREY, Calif. — July is a month dedicated to plastic-free usage, a global initiative aimed at educating the public about the negative impacts of plastic on our environment. An estimated 12 million tons of plastic enter the ocean each year. That's equivalent to one garbage truck every 45 seconds.
California Governor Gavin Newsom Asks Oakland to Allow Police to Pursue Criminals
Gov. Newsom urges Oakland to change strict policy on police pursuits. California Governor Gavin Newsom is asking the city of Oakland to revise its decade-old police pursuit policy that dramatically limits police chases. Newsom said criminals are fleeing without fear because they know police won’t chase them. El gobernador...
VMware Silicon Valley: Shaping Tech and Innovation Ecosystems
VMware, a global leader in multi-cloud services and digital innovation, plays a pivotal role in Silicon Valley’s dynamic tech ecosystem. As a hub for digital innovation and entrepreneurship, Silicon Valley has long been synonymous with cutting-edge technology and disruptive startups. VMware’s presence in this vibrant landscape has significantly impacted the San Francisco Bay Area’s technology sector, driving growth and fostering collaboration among industry players.
Sacred Heart in need of donations for students ahead of annual San Jose backpack giveaway
A new school year is around the corner, meaning parents are out in earnest getting supplies for their children. But there are many families who cannot afford items kids need for school. The directors at Sacred Heart Community Services in San Jose said they are once again low on donated...
List of possible Morgan Hill election candidates grows
With more than two weeks left to go for the official nomination period for candidates for local offices in the Nov. 5 general election, the list of potentially interested names on the ballot is growing. As of July 23, local business owner and former planning commissioner Michael Orosco has pulled...
Seven pull papers to run for Gilroy offices
With more than two weeks to go in the nomination period for local candidates for the Nov. 5 general election, a total of seven people have pulled papers to run for mayor and three city council seats, according to Gilroy City Clerk Beth Minor. The mayor’s seat as well as...
SCU Joins Global Chiropractic Advocacy At WCCS Meeting
Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is proud to announce the return of its Chiropractic students from the World Congress of Chiropractic Students (WCCS) Annual General Meeting held in Veracruz, Mexico. This event was not only a platform for discussing common and uncommon issues faced by Chiropractic students worldwide but also a noteworthy moment for SCU as it became an official chapter in the WCCS.
Dozens of San Jose murals define its heritage
San Jose may be widely known as a tech hub, but it’s also a city defined by its public art. With a city of nearly 1 million people, San Jose is also home to hundreds of murals. In a multi-year effort to revitalize public spaces, beautify the city and make it more pedestrian-friendly, officials have focused arts... The post Dozens of San Jose murals define its heritage appeared first on San José Spotlight.
In season at Andy’s Orchard
Fans of fresh, ripe and local fruit will want to venture to Andy’s Orchard in east Morgan Hill before the short stone fruit harvest is complete in a few weeks. Owned and operated by renowned grower Andy Mariani, the orchard off Half Road features many unique, rare and boutique varieties—many developed by Mariani himself—of plums, peaches, nectarines and pluots. Earlier this summer, Mariani’s tree-ripened cherries and apricots flew off the shelves at the farm’s fruit stand at 1615 Half Road.
Community Briefs: Hope’s Corner fundraiser, National Night Out and a library book sale
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Tour de Hope raises over $15K for Mountain View nonprofit Hope’s Corner. Mountain View nonprofit Hope’s Corner raised over $15,000 from its Tour de Hope 2024 fundraising event last week, according to the organization. During the annual event, teams race to see...
San Jose homicide suspect who fled to El Salvador back in Bay Area after Texas arrest
The suspect in a 2022 fatal shooting in San Jose who fled to El Salvador was returned to the Bay Area after his arrest in Texas in May, police said Friday.The shooting happened on the afternoon of November 18, 2022 on the 600 block of River Oaks Parkway in North San Jose. San Jose police said officers found a man who had been shot and he was treated at the scene before being taken to a hospital where he later died of his injuries.During the investigation, detectives identified 30-year-old Carlos Hernandez Monroy as the suspect. Police said it was also determined that Hernandez Monroy had fled to El Salvador after the shooting.On May 27, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers arrested Hernandez Monroy in McAllen, Texas. He was brought back to San Jose on Monday and booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail for murder.Police said the motive and circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting were still under investigation. The victim was not identified.Anyone with information about the homicide was asked to contact Detective Sergeant Barragan #4106, or Detective Van Brande #4542 of the San José Police Department's Homicide Unit via email: 4106@sanjoseca.gov and/or 4542@sanjoseca.gov or at 408-277-5283.
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