Letter to the Editor | Black History
To the Editor:
February is Black History Month, and the following are three African-Americans who had the character and courage to push ahead and made our country a better place for our families.
Bass Reeves (1838-1910) was born a slave. When he turned 26, he became...
Worthy to Print Column | Bad to the Bone
Arenāt emotions the weirdest things? They can make you feel so good or bad depending on the situation. If you read my scribbling last week, you might remember that my two sons were going to take me out for a night on the town...
Guest Column | Strong Mind, Strong Body: Why Menās 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. Menās Health Month, observed each June, aims to break down those barriers ā fostering honest dialogue, healthier habits, and proactive steps...
Funny Papers Again Column | Me, Sir Richard and the Third Time Charm Rule
According to English language experts, the phrase āThird time the charmā dates back to the 1800s in Old Britain when the number 3 was thought to be fortuitous, and whenever it appeared at a significant time in a personās life, it would bring good...
Letters to the Editor for Week of May 3
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Worthy to Print Column | Special Times
What a week in the Salinas Valley! First, I want to mention the service for Francis Rubbo held last week at Eden Valley in Soledad. I bring this up first as it was a very sweet and solemn ceremony. As Commander of the American...
Guest Column | Letās Remain Vigilant, But Donāt Neglect Your Health
Even as Covid-19 vaccinations roll out across the country, the daily threat from this virus remains ā especially in rural areas such as South Monterey County.
We all need to remain vigilant, with a strict adherence to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
Window on the World Column | Health Is Wealth
It seemed to take blooming ages to get back to my life after my surgery. They say that the older you are, the slower you heal, and they are not kidding! Unfortunately for me, I had previously enquired before the surgery about the general...
Guest Column | Embracing Vitality: Essential Tips for Lifelong Health and Wellness
September is Healthy Aging Month, an ideal time to celebrate the positive aspects of aging and focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle that allows us to thrive at every age and stage of life.
Healthy aging isnāt just about living longer; it's about fully enjoying...
Guest Column | National Doctorsā Day Recognizes Modern-Day Heroes
Many people view doctors as experts in the science of medicine, but there is an art to the practice as well. Underlying this art are the therapeutic, human-to-human relationships that doctors build with their patients.
On March 30, Mee Memorial Healthcare System takes the time...
Local News
Gonzales man arrested on suspicion of murder after 911 call
GONZALES ā A 66-year-old Gonzales man was arrested on suspicion of murder Friday night after calling 911 to report that his wife was bleeding,...























