Worthy to Print Column | My Little Part of Heaven
Iām sure I have told you, probably more than once, how happy I am to live in Gonzales. The people here are just a little nicer than any other town I have ever lived in. Iām sure you agree that you canāt really run...
Window on the World Column | Photographs and Memories
The best-made plans, as they say, are invariably subject to change. I had lots of projects in mind for the weekend ahead. Since I am working on a new book, I like to squeeze in some āme hoursā in my free time, stolen minutes...
Window on the World Column | The Mysterious Tale of Two Chains
I can only attribute it to wedding brain or, perhaps, the sad story of the lost memory. The last few weeks running up to my daughterās wedding were borderline insane ā the details, followed by more details, checks and rechecks, lists made and lost....
Guest Column | Monterey County Free Librariesā 5 Things to Celebrate in January 2026
Happy New Year! January is such a hopeful month because it represents a new beginning. What are you resolving to do this new year?
1. The Winter Reading Club continues through January, so you still have time to sign up and get a free book....
Worthy to Print Column | Life Lessons Passed On
I woke up this morning feeling a little down. It seems like that happens a little more often than it did in the past. Donāt feel bad for me, I have no excuse. I have a loving wife and children who say they love...
Letters to the Editor for Week of July 26
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 | The Lone Ranger
It seems I missed the deadline for last weekās paper. I could go on and tell you about how I was captured by some of the folks swimming across the Rio Grande and held until Prez Biden paid for my release. Of course, you...
Guest Column | 5 Things for June from Monterey County Free Libraries
Happy June! At Monterey County Free Libraries (MCFL), we are really excited because itās time for the Summer Reading Club. Summer is the best time of year at the library since we have so many fun programs and prizes.
When you sign up for the...
Worthy to Print Column | Love Me Tender
Have you ever met a hero? I havenāt met many, but I have had my heroes. The first one that I can think of was a little older than me, but he was for sure my hero. I can even remember the first time...
Letter to the Editor | Give Women More Control Over Their Lives
To the Editor:
Here is what my beliefs are about birth control. If youāve never been someone who thought they were pregnant when they didnāt want to be, you probably donāt understand the feelings of someone in that situation.
Iāll start by saying, Iāve never been a...





















