Letters to the Editor for Week of April 19
South County Newspapers welcome Letters to the Editor of fewer than 400 words. Submit all letters with the writer's name and contact information to [email protected].
Worthy to Print Column | Remember to Slow Down
“Hi honey, how is it going?” My bride and the lady that makes life worthwhile for me walked over from the front door and gave me a peck on the cheek as she headed on into the kitchen. I could feel my heart skip...
Letter to the Editor | Supervisor’s Support Critical in Advancing Broadband Infrastructure
To the Editor:
The California State Association of Counties (CSAC) — the voice of California’s 58 Counties — would like to thank Monterey County Supervisor Luis Alejo for his strong leadership in supporting Broadband for All in the California State Budget.
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed...
Window on the World Column | Love Is All That Matters
I’ve never got hung up on Fathers, Mothers, Sisters, Brothers … if we grew up together, then you are mine, and sometimes you are mine if we didn’t. Most of my family are bits and pieces from all over the place and I think...
Worthy to Print Column | How the Land Lies
Well, hello! Did you miss me last week? Yeah, I know that you need my column so you can have something to put on the bottom of your birdcage.
I could lie to you with some far-fetched excuse about why I missed the deadline, but...
Window on the World Column | The Marvel of a Vaccine
It was 2020 and, like a champ, I had the flu and the pneumonia vaccination in one foul swoop. It was recommended for us folks of a certain age. We weathered mild side effects from both shots, and I didn’t get either virus. Result…...
Worthy to Print Column | Sweet Tooth
Do you have a favorite candy bar? I know that doesn’t open up conversation that is important. I mean, it’s important, but probably just to me. I love candy, all kinds of candy. The other reason I ask is that I’m really wondering if...
Guest Column | Strong Mind, Strong Body: Why Men’s Health Deserves Attention
While conversations around health are becoming more inclusive, many men still face social and internal pressures that discourage them from prioritizing their well-being. Men’s Health Month, observed each June, aims to break down those barriers — fostering honest dialogue, healthier habits, and proactive steps...
Window on the World Column | Habitual Early Mornings
I was under the, apparent, misunderstanding that it takes three weeks to form a habit. (Some bad habits maybe sooner, but a life-changing habit, that is!) Come to find out in a study published by the European Journal of Social Psychology (I guess they...
Local News
Greenfield pursuit ends in man’s arrest after domestic disturbance call
GREENFIELD — A Soledad man was arrested on multiple charges after leading officers on a pursuit through Greenfield following a domestic disturbance call, according...
