Window on the World Column | Tomorrow Is Not Promised
The last time I saw him he was sitting in his favorite bar in Las Vegas with a large cold one beside him and a game of Keno in front. He was comfortable in his space. No matter that he still could hardly eat...
Letter to the Editor | Kudos to King City Youth
To the Editor:
I just want to sing the praises of the young people that live in the King City community and its surrounding areas.
My family and I attend and volunteer to help at many activities in King City. The most recent was the Wreaths...
Worthy to Print Column | Presidents Day
So today is Presidents Day. Well, it is as I am writing this. I can remember when I started to understand what a President does in the four years, or more, that he serves. I remember some Presidents that were older than me and...
Guest Column | King City Rotaryās 99th Year Showcases Strong Leadership and Star Speakers
It is said that people join Rotary for the connections, but they stay for the programs.
As King City Rotary enters its 100th year, looking back at its 99th year, itās clear that both more people are joining Rotary and staying in the club for...
Funny Papers Again Column | No Specific Theme Column; Volume I, Number (Unknown)
The following words are by no means indicative of my attitude toward those readers who often, and with good cause, suggest themes for this column; I appreciate the interest and the input, but the problem of time constraints often dictate the amount of time...
Guest Column | Take Steps to Achieve Fitness Resolutions
Statistics show that nearly 3 in 10 Americans actually make New Yearās resolutions in an effort to hold themselves accountable. Such a practice is not new. Some 4,000 years ago, the ancient Babylonias made annual promises to the gods to pay their debts and...
Guest Column | Bridging the Path to Equity in Monterey Bay Amid National Uncertainty
In Californiaās Monterey Bay region, residents face overlapping challenges that are crucial to creating an inclusive, prosperous community. Good jobs, health, education, broadband, affordable housing, accessible transportation, and climate resilience are interconnected needs that must be addressed with urgency and purpose.
In the wake of...
Worthy to Print Column | Itās About Time
Thatās what I told the guys working on my pickup. Itās about time you guys finished putting all the parts on my old Ford. I might have told you that I am in the middle of re-doing my truck. It was hard to let...
Letter to the Editor: Us vs. Them
Editor's Note: We welcome Letters to the Editor of local and general interest to our readers. Letters should be typed and include the writerās first and last name, home address and phone number for verification. No anonymous letters will be printed. Letters may be edited...
Worthy to Print Column | Take Your Shot
Big day today! Itās my favorite mother-in-lawās birthday. Nelda has reached a milestone and my favorite bride has, along with some favorite friends, taken her over to the Peninsula to slam down a couple of milkshakes to celebrate the fact that she can still...





















