Author: Janet Miller

Since the shutdown, beauty care specialists have been working tirelessly to increase business. The economic situation delayed careers, so now valiant (mostly) women work energetically for financial recovery. Patzy Crisol is a...

The Westside is fortunate to have a young enthusiastic baker who specializes in cupcakes. Martha Gonzalez of Dos Palos traded her job in a commercial bakery to start her own business. An example of how someone can be inspired by...

The Northern Hemisphere experiences the hottest days of the year from mid-July into August. Beginning in Roman times, this is called the Dog Days of summer. Roman astronomers observed the brightest star, the Dog Star called...

J G Hardware, 1634 Elgin Avenue, Dos Palos, is conveniently located on the main route connecting Dos Palos with  Firebaugh and Mendota. The inviting banner announces “Hardware.” Jose and Irma Garcia opened their family...

Granja Rivas (Rivas Farm) is a local provider of Boer goat meat. Tony Rivas and his father Jorge provide what they confidently call “The best meat in America.” Boer goats are known for the quality of their meat. The Boer breed,...